Does the Seasalt Janelle offer good value for money?
At £180, the Seasalt Janelle delivers solid everyday rain protection with its 5000 mm waterproofing and taped seams, a fully recycled nylon shell, a roomy knee-length cut and practical details like an adjustable/detachable hood and cosy fleece and quilted lining - attributes that make it genuinely capable in wet British weather while feeling reasonably stylish for town and country alike.
Compared with another warm, waterproof Mumsnetter favourite, the Lands’ End Squall Coat (often retailing above £200 and built as a more technical winter piece with fully waterproof/windproof shell and thicker insulation), the Janelle is less about heavy winter insulation and more about balance between rain protection, comfort and everyday wearability.
If you look at cheaper waterproof coats, for example basic waterproof parkas and jackets from brands like Regatta, Peter Storm or budget lines on sites like MandM Direct — you can easily find waterproof options under £100 that will keep you dry in light to moderate rain, though they use simpler fabrics, minimal insulation, and basic hoods without taped seams or substantial linings.
Value for money comes down to what you want from the coat: the Janelle is more robust and thoughtfully built than cheaper waterproof jackets, with better material quality, better coverage and more everyday versatility, so it feels like good value if you need a reliable wet-weather coat you’ll wear regularly for many years. It doesn’t quite match the technical weather-defence and insulation of something like the Lands' End Squall, but it’s also significantly cheaper than high-end waterproof parkas and warmer than many budget options, making it a solid middle ground choice for UK conditions.