Skaven Cap vs Nighthaunt Cap: Which Faction Hat to Pick
By Warhammer Officially Licensed Merchandise | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: Comparisons
Skaven or Nighthaunt? Compare both Warhammer caps on color, price, and fit, then pick the faction hat that matches your army and everyday wardrobe.
Quick answer
Pick the Skaven Cap if you want the lower catalog price and a warmer, earthier look. Choose the Nighthaunt Cap if its ghostly palette fits your army and wardrobe better. Both are official, one-size caps with the same six-panel build, so the real decision comes down to faction color and a small price gap.
The shared build means color decides
On paper these two caps are twins: both use 100% heavy brushed cotton drill, a six-panel design, a pre-curved peak, stitched ventilation eyelets, and a self-fabric strap with a silver-effect buckle and grommet. Neither has a structured or flex-fit option listed, so you are not choosing between cap styles.
That leaves the faction palette as the main visual trade-off. Check the available Color options on each product page and hold them against the jackets, tees, and bags you actually wear. A cap that matches your army's paint scheme is fun at the club; a cap that matches your everyday outerwear gets worn far more often.
Price gap is small but real
The Skaven Cap is listed at USD 17.98 against a USD 29.00 comparison price, while the Nighthaunt Cap is USD 18.27 against the same USD 29.00 comparison price. The difference is only a few cents, so do not let it override the color decision. Treat the comparison price as a reference point, not a reason to buy a hat you will not wear.
One size fits all is a starting point, not a guarantee
Both caps are described as one size fits all with an adjustable self-fabric strap. That adjustability helps, but it does not tell you the depth of the crown or how the pre-curved peak sits on your forehead. If you have a very large head or prefer a deep crown, order from a store with a straightforward return policy and try it on indoors before removing tags.
The same advice applies if you wear your cap over thick hair or a headband. Adjust the strap first, then check whether the peak blocks your view or sits too high.
Trade-offs to weigh before you choose
- Faction color vs. everyday versatility: Compare the Color options on each product page. Skaven tends to suit earthy, industrial outfits; Nighthaunt tends to suit cooler, darker tones. Pick the one you can wear with at least three existing outfits. Lay both caps next to your most-worn jacket before deciding.
- Lower price vs. stronger faction pull: The Skaven Cap is USD 17.98 and the Nighthaunt Cap is USD 18.27, both against a USD 29.00 comparison price. If you are equally torn, save the few cents and take the Skaven; if you collect Nighthaunt, the price gap is too small to matter.
- Adjustable fit vs. unknown crown depth: Both caps use a one-size self-fabric strap with a silver-effect buckle, so width is adjustable. Crown depth and peak curve are not listed, so try the cap on before relying on it for long wear. Check the return window before ordering if fit is your main concern.
Product facts at a glance
- Skaven Cap: Official Skaven Cap with an embroidered icon, listed at USD 17.98 against a USD 29.00 comparison price. The lower catalog price makes it the easier first faction cap if you are still deciding which army to commit to.
Skaven Cap - Nighthaunt Cap: Official Nighthaunt Cap with an embroidered icon, listed at USD 18.27 against a USD 29.00 comparison price. The small price difference means the Nighthaunt choice is really about whether its palette suits your wardrobe and army.
Nighthaunt Cap
Who should choose which cap
Best for
- Skaven players who want a lower-priced official cap with an embroidered icon
- Anyone building a casual, earthy outfit around their faction merch
- Nighthaunt collectors who prefer a cooler, ghostly palette and do not mind a few cents more
Not for
- Shoppers who need a structured or flex-fit cap with a listed size range
- Anyone who wants a guaranteed deep crown without trying it on first
- Buyers looking for a cold-weather beanie rather than a baseball-style cap
