‹ Back to L.L.Bean Women's Insect Shield Pro Knit Hoodie With UPF 30+ SunSmart
Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Women's Insect Shield Pro Knit Hoodie With UPF 30+ SunSmart
View Product DetailsCustomer Reviews
What customers say:
Customers overwhelmingly praise this hoodie for exceptional insect protection, with many reporting zero bites in high-risk environments like Maine and Belize, even outperforming chemical sprays. The soft, lightweight, breathable fabric is described as buttery and silky, with a stretchy fit featuring thumb holes and a 1/4 zip for temperature control. The generous hood and long hem provide practical coverage, while the flattering design comes in vibrant colors. A few note fabric cling or thinness, but these minor concerns are vastly outweighed by enthusiastic repeat purchases and strong overall satisfaction.
AI Generated from customer reviews. Filter:
63 Reviews
Sort:
Verified Purchase
July 20, 2026
Light and easy to carry
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I bought this for my trip to Europe and it was perfect
PA
Was this helpful?
00
Verified Purchase
July 10, 2026
Very happy with this purchase, they fit well, look good and very comfortable
Was this helpful?
00
Verified Purchase
July 9, 2026
Love this hoodie!
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Hiking
I've owned several pieces of insect repellant clothing and this is hands down the softest and nicest.
Will definitely be buying it in other colors.
Wisconsin
Was this helpful?
00
Verified Purchase
June 30, 2026
Light weight, stretchy shirt
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Fishing
I thought this was a good shirt, but it was a bit clingy, and I didn't know if the fabric would truly protect me from mosquito stings when I am night fishing so I returned the shir
Was this helpful?
00
Verified Purchase
June 30, 2026
Many uses
I bought this kayaking on a lake and now I use it for hiking and biking too. Perfect weight and I love the tangerine color for visibility and it looks nice.
Was this helpful?
00
Verified Purchase
June 28, 2026
Insect proof
Weight: 200-210 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Relaxing, Hiking
This hoodie enhanced my collection of insect proof clothes. They are ideal for protection from all insects. I used them on a mission trip to Belize. While all the other travelers
Dumont NJ
Was this helpful?
00
Verified Purchase
June 24, 2026
Great Summer Hoodie
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'9"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
The weight is perfect for summer wear. Fits beautifully and I usually wear a tall but this is a regular. I haven't tested it around bugs so I can't give it 5 stars
Harrisburg PA
Was this helpful?
00
Verified Purchase
June 21, 2026
Feels great
I love the fit and style. I like the fact that the bottom hem is open without ribbing. The length is nice cover to the lower hip. the fabric is so soft and it hardly feels like
Was this helpful?
00
Verified Purchase
May 21, 2026
Perfect for anything outdoors.
Weight: 190-200 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: 2X
Used for: Travel, Cycling, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Hiking
Perfect for anything outdoors. I wear this gardening, walking/hiking. sitting on park benches - just about anywhere outside where I am worried about bugs - especially ticks. The th
Rhode Island, Vermont, and CT
Was this helpful?
60
Verified Purchase
February 7, 2026
Great buy
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I have purchased three of these and would buy more if other colors were available.
Was this helpful?
52
October 20, 2025
Not quite as protective as I needed !
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Medium
I bought this shirt in June for a Safari in Africa. It is packable and a nice shirt for travel. I liked the fit and color, and it may repel mosquitos, but the tse tse flies bit/s
PA
Was this helpful?
101
Verified Purchase
September 16, 2025
Insect Shield Knit Hoodie
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Travel, Running or Fitness, Hiking
This is the perfect hoodie to wear during the mosquito season. I don't have to spray myself with mosquito repellant when outside when wearing this hoodie.
Atlanta, GA
Was this helpful?
90
Verified Purchase
September 11, 2025
Great piece of clothing for comfort and bug protec
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'9"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Paddling, Hiking
I have two. I find the light weight and their effectiveness keeping bugs away to be a terrific combination.
Massachusetts
Was this helpful?
61
Verified Purchase
September 4, 2025
Solid choice
Solid choice. Looks good on. Just know it’s very lightweight.
Was this helpful?
60
Verified Purchase
August 18, 2025
Demagnatized!!!
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'1"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
This shirt s Great!! I'm a mosquito magnet and I didn't get one bite!!! It fits well and zi love the color!
Illinois
Was this helpful?
60
Verified Purchase
August 18, 2025
Great protection against summer bugs!
Height: 5'9"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
This top is great for when I have to be out in the garden, which is a lot. Lightweight, stretchy and nice not to get eaten alive with mosquitoes. Purchased an XL because I want to
upper Wisconsin
Was this helpful?
60
Verified Purchase
August 12, 2025
Returning
sticky and too large, returning, could not wear, chemical smell very toxic and overwhelming
Response from L.L.Bean
September 1, 2025
By L.L. Bean Customer Service Team
We're sorry the Hoodie was not what you were expecting. You can return or exchange within 1 year with proof of purchase. A member of our team will be reaching out to you.
Was this helpful?
34
Verified Purchase
July 28, 2025
Great quality & comfort
Very comfortable and I love the material! It also does fairly well repelling insects.
Was this helpful?
20
Verified Purchase
July 27, 2025
Bug Protection That Works… a bit Thin/Clingy
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Fishing, Hiking
I need to exchange the medium for a large. The last one I purchased a medium fit fine (quality control). It’s thin/clingy and shows every roll (lol) and a bit see-through in orange
Rochester, NY
Was this helpful?
100
Verified Purchase
July 12, 2025
Excellent Hoodie
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Hiking
I bought this hoodie because it fit great, was comfortable and I loved the color. When I chose it from the rack I did not realize it was an insect shield. A very nice customer serv
Massachusetts
Was this helpful?
51
Viewing 1 - 20 of 63
‹ Back to L.L.Bean Women's Insect Shield Pro Knit Hoodie With UPF 30+ SunSmart