Looking to step up from Kuhl? These 13 brands share the aesthetic but bring elevated materials, construction and a higher price tier — ranked by overall similarity.
American outdoor apparel and gear brand, founded 1974 and owned by Newell Brands, known for down jackets, rain shells, sleeping bags and tents.
Why it's similar. Marmot also offers a rugged outdoor style with a focus on technical performance.
Norwegian outdoor brand founded in 1908 on the patented frame rucksack, now making backpacks, tents and technical hiking and hunting apparel.
Why it's similar. Bergans aligns with Kuhl in style, silhouette, and functionality, but with a premium segment focus.
Canadian technical outerwear brand from North Vancouver, known for Gore-Tex Alpha SV shells, Atom midlayers and its Veilance and LEAF sublines.
Why it's similar. Arc'teryx shares a commitment to high-quality, technical outdoor apparel with premium materials.
Seattle outfitter founded in 1897, known for Mackinaw wool cruisers, waxed Tin Cloth outerwear and Rugged Twill leather-trimmed luggage.
American outdoor footwear brand, owned by VF Corporation, known for its waterproof 6-Inch Premium yellow boot and streetwear collaborations.
American merino wool specialist known for performance socks and base layers, owned by VF Corporation and run alongside Icebreaker from Denver.
Japanese technical apparel label founded in 1950, known for ski heritage, GORE-TEX outerwear and restrained, performance-led design.
Vancouver label making low-logo stretch performance denim and pants engineered for commuting, travel and everyday movement.
Copenhagen menswear label making "soft outdoor" staples — overshirts, fleeces, wool knits and packable jackets — in hard-wearing, responsibly sourced fabrics.
German outdoor label known for Texapore waterproof jackets, footwear, packs and tents; owned by China's Anta Sports since May 2025.
Technical alpine apparel and equipment brand from Richmond, California, owned by Columbia Sportswear, known for Ghost Whisperer down and lightweight shells.
Seattle-based maker of technical outdoor apparel and accessories, from gaiters and gloves to Helium rain shells and Ferrosi softshells.
Swedish technical outdoor label from 1914, known for L.I.M ultralight shells, Roc backpacks and function-first Scandinavian design.
Marmot, Bergans of Norway, Arc'teryx lead our ranking. Looking to step up from Kuhl? These 13 brands share the aesthetic but bring elevated materials, construction and a higher price tier — ranked by overall similarity.