KOTIS PICKS / QUARTER ZIPS
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Top pick
Mercer+Mettle® Soft Spacer 1/4-Zip
As low as
$45
Perfect for layering
We immediately knew this one was the winner as soon as we put it on. It has an incredibly soft feel, a great shape that looks polished without feeling too tailored, and a color range that makes it easy to find a favorite. It’s a perfect layering piece that’s not too hot and not too chilly. We wish there were a few more colors, but ultimately, it’s got everything you need at an accessible price.
Also great
Marine Layer Re-Spun Sport Quarter Zip
As low as
$84
Soft and polished
This one is basically pajamas without looking like pajamas. It’s incredibly soft and comfortable, with just enough stretch to make it easy to move in. We love that it has a polished, put-together look while still feeling like something you could wear all day and never want to take off. It’s the ultimate combination of comfort and performance.
Brand pick
The Normal Brand Puremeso Weekend Quarter Zip
As low as
$91
Lightweight, warm, and ready for any adventure.
If you have a little extra room in the budget, this is where we’d spend it. The Normal Brand has nailed that sweet spot between elevated and effortless, with a ridiculously soft fabric that feels as good as it looks. It’s polished enough to feel special, but comfortable enough to become an everyday favorite. When you want your merch to feel more like a premium gift than swag, this one is worth the splurge.
Additional info
Why choose quarter zips as merch?
Different styles for different uses
How we tested
Aesthetics – We started with the simple question: which hats would we actually pick up if we saw them in a store?
Clean, structured silhouettes and modern branding treatments consistently performed best. We also considered versatility, focusing on hats that felt equally at home in the office, at events, or in casual after-work settings.
Construction/Fit – We looked at how each hat was built, how it broke in, and whether it held its shape over time. The best hats struck a balance between structure and comfort, feeling intentional without being stiff or restrictive. Poorer performers either felt too rigid or lost their shape quickly with wear.
Adjustability – Since most programs require one-size-fits-most solutions, adjustability was essential. We focused on how easily each hat could be sized, how secure it felt once adjusted, and whether it stayed consistent throughout the day.
Comfort – Comfort determined whether a hat would actually get worn.We paid close attention to pressure points, overall feel during extended wear, and how the hat handled day-to-day movement. The best options felt secure but unobtrusive, even after hours of use.
Material – Our winning hats were made from three main materials: 100% cotton, recycled polyester, and cotton blends.
Cotton offers a soft, classic feel. Recycled polyester is more performance driven with better durability and moisture management. Cotton blends sit in between, balancing comfort with structure. The strongest hats used materials intentionally based on their end use rather than defaulting to a single fabric type.
Why trust Kotis
We’ve been decorating and shipping many styles of hats for over a decade. Our goal has always been to create the best swag for our clients, and we’re happy to work with you in that endeavor. Our product testers researched and reviewed a selection of hats for 3 months and gathered feedback from other hat enthusiasts within Kotis.
We’ve distributed hundreds of thousands of hats and utilized the feedback from our clients, combined with our testing to create these recommendations. These are not endorsed by any supplier; we simply want to help make your life easier when choosing merch. Let’s do swag together.
