Between Holstgarn supersoft and Jamieson & Smith 2ply Jumper Weight

Which of these two yarns feels better to touch? I’ve knitted with holstgarn supersoft and while I have no problem wearing it, I didn’t enjoy knitting with it. I’m wondering if Jamieson&smith yarn is softer or less dry to touch and considering using for my next project with small needles.
Have anyone used both yarns?

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I’ve only used the Jamieson & Smith - I feel it was quite dry, too, from memory. I really like their 2 ply lace but wasn’t a fan of the jumper weight.

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I too have only used the Jamieson and Smith. It is different after blocking - softer and a bit bloomier (if that’s a word)!
Reading the reviews of the super soft, I had the impression that it was a bit lighter and a bit more fragile, but I’ve not seen it in person.
I can wear the J&S with no bother but I’m not particularly sensitive to wool.

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I’ve used the Holstgarn Supersoft and it’s not as soft as you might expect given the name. It’s nice enough to work with (I held it with another Holstgarn yarn). And it feels fine but I wouldn’t wear it next to my skin. I’m keeping Jamieson yarns in mind for my next project.

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