In a time when many are finding it harder to get quality sleep, the right bedding — including the perfect down comforter — can truly make a difference in your sleep schedule. It’s the difference between experiencing a great night’s sleep and a tossy-turny night.
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To find the best down comforter that will give you an ideal night’s sleep, we tested 12 of the most popular, highly rated options. All the comforters we tested had a similar fill power (basically a warmth rating, which you can read more about below in our buyer’s guide section) and either a sewn-through or baffle box construction (more on this below too). After a few frigid months of testing, evaluating everything from warmth to softness, we found three dreamworthy comforters that can upgrade anyone’s sleep.
Best down comforter
Brooklinen
With the Brooklinen Down Comforter, we truly felt like we were sleeping on a cloud and never wanted to get out of bed. Between the softness of the outer material and the fluffiness of the fill, it’s one of those comforters that makes you want to stay in bed all day.
$269 $228 (queen) at Brooklinen
Best down comforter for warmth
If you’re looking for a down comforter to give you that extra warmth, The Company Store Legends Hotel Alberta Down Comforter is on the heavier end and can give you the extra weight you need during colder months.
$439 (queen) at The Company Store
Best down-alternative comforter
Not a fan of down and feathers in your comforter? Then the Buffy Cloud Comforter is the best down-alternative option. This quality-made comforter will give you a great night’s sleep, thanks to its soft, lightweight build that provides plenty of warmth.
$195 $166 (queen) at Buffy
Brooklinen
Have you ever wished you could sleep on the clouds? Well, the Brooklinen Down Comforter is the closest thing to that. From the moment we took it out of the packaging, we had a hunch that this would be a favorite. And we were right.
The comforter comes in three different weight options: lightweight, all-season and ultra warm. We tested the all-season comforter, and despite it being the middle of winter with temperatures dropping indoors and out, we found it to perfectly balance snuggly warmth with breathability. Though on the heavier end of the spectrum (it boasts a 700-fill power and baffle box design), we never found the comforter to trap too much heat or cause nighttime sweating. The comforter, with its 100% cotton sateen shell, was one of the softest we tested — and the one we kept coming back to cuddle into most nights.
We also found this machine-washable comforter to be one of the easiest to wash and dry. Since the comforter is lightweight, it fits into a washing machine better than some others and air-dries much quicker.
Brooklinen offers some of the best return policies too. You have an incredibly long 365 days to return or exchange your item if you’re unhappy with it. On top of that, there’s an additional one-year warranty. Compared to all the other comforters we tested, this is one of the best sleep trial periods we saw. With such an expensive purchase, you’ll want to love your comforter, so the fact that you have a full year to try it out with no strings attached is great.
If your budget allows, then this is a comforter not to miss, especially if you want to snuggle up with the clouds.
The Company Store
When it comes to warmth and coziness, the Legends Hotel Alberta Down Comforter from The Company Store is unrivaled.
Full disclosure: This comforter is for truly frosty climates or especially cold sleepers. Though available in three different weights — light, medium and extra, all of which sport a baffle box construction — we tested and recommend the extra-warm option (which has a 650-fill power). While our main tester, who tends to sleep hot, found this lofty comforter slightly too heavy to sleep with throughout the night, a cold-sleeping family member absolutely loved the warmth the Legends Hotel Alberta Down Comforter provided.
Aside from the weight, we found that the comforter didn’t crinkle at all when moving around in bed (an annoyance we found with others we tested). Since it’s made with a cotton sateen cover, it is incredibly soft. In fact, it was one of the comfiest we tested, in a way that might have you hitting that snooze button one more time.
This comforter can also easily be used with or without a duvet cover. As for colors, it just comes in white like most of the others we tested and, from a design element, looks rich on its own. But we still added a duvet cover to this comforter to make sure one would fit, and it worked perfectly.
The Company Store also offers a 30-day Rest Easy Guarantee. This lets you fully use the product — including sleeping with it and washing it — and if it doesn’t work for you, you can return it. On top of that, the company also offers a lifetime guarantee for select products, including the Legends Hotel Alberta Down Comforter. This lets you exchange or receive merchandise credit toward a new product if something happens to your comforter. This doesn’t let you simply one day decide you no longer like the comforter, but if the seams are coming undone or if the down feathers are clumping together, for example, you can return the product.
The heavy filling does have a drawback; it was on the larger size for our washing machine. We have a top-loading washing machine, and in the directions, it does state “for best wash and dry, use a front-loading commercial washer and dryer.” While this didn’t cause any damage to the comforter or to our machine, we did feel like our washing machine was working harder than normal. If you have a small washing machine, in which bulky items could damage the machine, you might want to steer away from this comforter — and, in fact, any other bulkier comforters. Either that or be prepared to go the laundromat every time you need to clean it.
While this comforter doesn’t come cheap, if you have the budget, we believe it’s worth it for the sheer warmth it provides.
Buffy
The Buffy Cloud Comforter was like no other comforter we tested. This down-alternative comforter was the best alternative version we tested — and one of the only ones we’d recommend, as most of the other down alternatives we tested lacked in both quality of construction and comfort.
The Buffy comforter prides itself on being very environmentally friendly as well. The shell is made from 100% eucalyptus, and the fill is made from 100% recycled PET bottles (BPA-free). On the Buffy site, the brand states that “this keeps 50 plastic bottles out of landfills and protects 12 geese from live plucking.”
Although this was a new type of material for us — as we typically sleep with a down comforter in our nontesting days — we thought the fabric was very soft and lightweight but still heavy enough to keep us warm throughout the night. The comforter was also very quiet, emitting no crinkling sounds when shifting sleeping positions.
Buffy also offers a seven-day trial so you can fully test out the comforter before committing to such a large purchase. While this might be on the shorter side when compared to some of the other comforters, seven days should give you a good sense as to whether or not this comforter works for you.
If you’re looking for a down alternative, then this is your best bet, especially since the price point is much more reasonable than some of the other luxury comforters on our list. The comforter is well made with quality stitching, is soft to sleep with and has the right warmth to it.
A comforter (or duvet) is two pieces of fabric — a bottom layer and a top layer — sewn together with a certain type of filling material in the middle (most often down, feathers or synthetic materials, known as down alternative) to provide warmth while sleeping.
While the words “comforter” and “duvet insert” are typically used interchangeably, there are some differences between the two. Typically, a duvet is used with a duvet cover, adding a design element to your overall bedding, whereas a comforter is used on its own, providing both aesthetic appeal and comfort to your bed. Duvets usually have loops on all four corners (some offer even more loops on the sides), letting you tie the comforter to the duvet cover. This ensures all materials are secured easily to one another and that the insert won’t shift while you’re sleeping.
A numerical representation of a comforter’s insulation abilities, fill power is the amount of space that 1 ounce of down occupies (in cubic inches). Therefore, the higher the number, the warmer the comforter. Fill power can range from around 500 (considered lightweight and ideal for warmer climates) to more than 700 (usually the fluffiest, warmest comforters).
The way in which a comforter is constructed is another important aspect to consider when shopping. Two common terms you’ll see: baffle box and sewn-through. While they both work to hold the filling in place, there are minute differences. A baffle box design features thin strips of fabric that connect the top and bottom layers and form box shapes that keep the filing in place while also giving them a bit more room to stretch out. Therefore, comforters with a baffle box construction tend to be fluffier and trap more heat. With a sewn-through construction, the bottom and top layers are sewn together to form down-filled pockets. Though you won’t have any worry about down shifting around with a sewn-through design, it can lead to some increased airflow (and therefore less insulation than baffle box) between the seams.
After scouring editorial and user reviews, we picked 12 of the most highly reviewed comforters to put to the test. To truly figure out which one was the best, we slept with each one for three nights. Similar to our duvet cover testing, we slept with the comforter right out of the packaging on the first night. The next day, we washed the comforter and then slept with it again for the next two nights. With so many different options, this meant we got some great sleeps along with some not-so-great shut-eye.
We compared everything from performance to quality, making notes on what we liked and disliked. We also tested comforters in every price bracket to see if price is actually a driving factor to getting a good night’s sleep. We were sure to test a wide range of price points, with our testing pool spanning from $35 to more than $600. While a high-end price didn’t necessarily mean it was our favorite, we did find that the budget options fall into the “you get what you pay for” bracket.
Here’s how we evaluated each duvet cover to find our winning picks:
Sleep feel: We wanted to gauge how each comforter felt while sleeping. Was it soft or stiff? Light or heavy?
Initial feel: Immediately after taking each product out of the packaging, we wanted to see how the comforter felt. Is it super stiff and scratchy, or is it already soft and bouncy?
Warmth check: Does the comforter provide the right amount of warmth? Or is it too hot or cold while sleeping? We also wanted to determine if the comforter was breathable.
Weight: Is the comforter too heavy to maneuver, either while sleeping or storing?
Post-wash: After washing each comforter, we slept with the comforter again to see how it felt.
Noise: Even before getting in bed, we rolled the comforter around to see if the comforter was loud and crinkly. Then, when sleeping with the comforter, we noted when the comforter was noisy to sleep with.
Washing: We washed every single comforter to see how easy (or difficult) it was to wash.
Storability: After using each comforter, we folded each comforter to see how cumbersome it was to store. We also considered if it came with a bag for easy storage.
Materials: We analyzed each comforter based on the quality of the materials and the workmanship.
Filling: After sleeping and washing each comforter, we noted whether or not the filling stayed in place.
Size options: We wanted to make sure that the comforter came in sizes for all bed types.
Replacement: Is there a generous return policy or warranty?
If we had to pick a fourth favorite, then the Riley Home Down Comforter was the best goose-down comforter we tested. The comforter offers two different weight options: All Season and Extra Warm. We tested the All Season option and thought it was perfect for our sleep needs. The comforter is high-quality, with evenly distributed fill and no crinkling noise. It was also extremely comfortable to sleep with.
The comforter came with a perfectly fitting plastic bag for storage purposes too. And instead of opening up on the top, which would make it difficult to try to squish the comforter into, it opened on the side, giving you more space to fold up the comforter and just plop it in.
Although we preferred the Brooklinen, thanks to its slightly lighter build, for an all-purpose down comforter, this one was a close second. In fact, if you prefer one with slightly more weight, then the Riley Goose Down Comforter might be a better option for you. You also have 60 days to try out the comforter, and it has a five-year warranty.
Another alternative to a traditional down, the UltraCool Comforter from Slumber Cloud is a pleasure to sleep in. With a super-soft, silk-like feel, thanks to nylon and spandex fabric, this comforter scored high marks for overall feel and lack of noisy rustling. Ideal for temperature-sensitive sleepers, this comforter uses temperature-regulating fiberfill to help retain heat to keep you snuggly warm while still staying cool to the touch.
Lightweight, warm and easy to wash, the UltraCool Comforter might even be better than a down comforter, especially if you tend to run hot during the night. Where it loses us a bit is the price. At $229 for a twin, it’s almost $85 more than a Buffy comforter of the same size. So, while it’s no doubt an excellent comforter that makes use of temperature technology, it might not be the best option for everyone. Though, if you do want to give it a try, then Slumber Cloud offers a 60-night trial on all their bedding, which means you can return your comforter for a full refund if you don’t love it.
This Pottery Barn temperature-regulating duvet insert states that its Sleepsmart 37.5 technology “continuously adjusts to help maintain a climate of personal comfort at the ideal 37.5 degrees Celsius all night long, so you can wake up rested and refreshed.” Even though we didn’t test this comforter during all four seasons — just during the winter months — we felt like this comforter maintained the perfect temperature throughout the night, as we never got overheated, making it a great down comforter for hot sleepers.
With that being said, the comforter is loud and rigid. Sleeping with a comforter that crinkles all night is never ideal, and there’s no softness to the comforter, which didn’t give us that cozy feel while in bed.
Even though we like the technology behind the comforter, the lack of softness and the crinkles throughout the night were deal breakers for us. The comforter also only comes in two sizes: full/queen and king/California king.
This is the second comforter we tried from The Comforter Store. For this particular comforter, the LaCrosse Down Comforter, we tried the Ultra Warm weight. This is the brand’s heaviest weight — of four different weight options — and, you guessed it, we found this one to be too heavy for our liking. And we even tested it in the middle of winter in the Northeast.
Although we did find this comforter to be a little noisy, especially compared to the other The Company Store comforter we tested, it by no means kept us up at night. But if crinkly noises are something you’re looking to avoid altogether, this is one you’ll want to be cautious of.
The comforter comes in a rainbow of color options — 18 to be exact. This lets you use the comforter on its own without a duvet cover. Unlike many of the other comforters and duvet inserts we tested, this comforter looks complete on its own. It also comes in every size — twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king — so it’s a comforter you can get for every bed in your house.
We really wanted to love the lightweight Casper Down Duvet, especially since its duvet cover was our favorite of the ones we tested, but this down comforter didn’t do it for us.
First, the pros: It’s extremely well made with quality stitching. It also comes with smaller sewn-in boxes to keep the fill from shifting.
But now, the cons: It’s extremely crinkly, by far the worst we experienced. It was noisy not only while sleeping with it but while laying it out and putting on the duvet cover — to the point where it didn’t let us get a good night’s sleep. The entire night we were too focused on not moving so the comforter wouldn’t wake us or our partner. And even after washing this comforter, it didn’t get better. We also found this comforter to be very heavy; thus, we were quite warm throughout the night.
This duvet did come in the nicest bag of the bunch, allowing it to be stored quite easily. Instead of a plastic bag (which was the case for the others, if the comforter even came with a bag), the Casper comforter came in an extremely durable cloth bag. There was no plastic smell after taking the comforter out of the bag — if stored for a long time — and no chance of the bag breaking. If you do want to try it out, then Casper offers a 30-night risk-free trial. So if you end up disliking it, you can always return it for a full refund.
The Lands’ End Essential Down Comforter is perfect for most seasons, although we’d probably steer away from it during those warm summer nights. We tested this comforter in the middle of winter and appreciated the weight it provided. The downside is that it’s slightly crinkly and noisy (though nowhere near as bad as what we experienced with the Casper comforter), but that said, it didn’t negatively impact our sleep. The comforter is filled with 75% down and 25% feathers, which made the comforter nice and fluffy.
One component that really set this comforter apart is its eight “corner” tabs. Instead of loops on just the four corners as with most of the comforters we tested, this one offers four additional loops in the middle of each side of the comforter. This means on the top and bottom, along with the right and left side, there are more loops to keep your duvet insert even more secure. While this is great in theory, when we tested several popular duvet covers, none of them offered these extra ties to secure everything together.
The Egyptian Bedding Siberian Goose Down Comforter arrived in a vacuum-sealed bag. While this was perfect for shipping purposes, it meant we had to let the comforter sit out for a few hours to revert back to its normal fluffiness. If you have an immediate usage, keep this in mind. And even though the packaging came airtight, it came with a larger bag big enough to store the comforter later on.
This comforter is very lightweight in feel and quite thin. If you’re looking for a comforter during the summer months, then this will do, but if you’re looking for something for those cold winter nights, this one most likely won’t give you the warmth you’re looking for.
The comforter was also very lumpy compared to others. The fill within each box bunched up quite a bit and left some areas with absolutely no fill at all.
Similar to the Lands’ End comforter, there are four extra ties to keep your duvet cover secure, although these ties were much smaller loops, which would make them difficult to use.
The hypoallergenic Utopia Bedding Down-Alternative Comforter is made from 100% microfiber on the face and 100% polyester in the filling. Like most of the down alternatives we tested, this comforter didn’t really make us want to snuggle up with it, and it didn’t have the same soft and fluffy feel that many of the other comforters provided.
The comforter came in a vacuum-sealed bag, and it was impossible to get it back in after it was taken out. So, even though it arrived in a small package on our front door, there’s no bag included for storage purposes.
The biggest con with this comforter were its corner loops. They were the smallest of all the comforters we tested, which caused frustration when trying to tie the duvet cover to the insert. This comforter comes in nine solid colors so, while we would definitely recommend using a duvet cover with the white color option, if purchasing one of the other color options, then you might not need a cover from an aesthetic perspective; just keep in mind that the material is sheen.
As the most budget comforter of the bunch, the quality unfortunately shows. This comforter is a down alternative and is 100% polyester. Similar to the Utopia comforter that we tested, we really don’t love the feel of polyester for sleeping purposes.
This comforter also has very small loop holes at all four corners, making it very difficult to secure the duvet cover ties. And while the holes are slightly bigger than the Utopia comforter, they were still too small and caused frustration. With that being said, the brand did offer extra ties on each side of the comforter, but those were also small too — and, truthfully, unnecessary.
One of the pros to this comforter is that it folds extremely compact. It comes with a smaller-size plastic bag, which makes storing the comforter easy and takes up less space in your closet.
The comforter also comes in a good variety of sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, oversized queen, king, oversized king and California king. This means if you have a unique bed size, this comforter could provide you with the necessary solution. There are also six different color options, some with reversible designs.
After hours of research, we gathered 30 top-rated down-alternative comforters on the market and put them to the test in The Lab and in our homes. We evaluated them based on their quality, texture, breathability, durability, and overall value . During our testing process, we paid special attention to fiber content, ease of care, and any temperature-regulating properties.
Whether you're interested in bedding made from recycled materials, have a feather allergy (no duck or goose feathers here!), or are looking for a reasonably priced substitute to traditional down, a down-alternative comforter is an excellent choice.
Everyone needs bedding, but with so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to pick out a product worthy of spending a third of your life with. And on top of that, if you’re looking for bedding that's vegan-friendly and hypoallergenic, it can feel like a near-impossible feat. Enter down-alternative comforters—the modernized and more sustainable counterpart to traditional down comforters you know and love.
Best Overall
Buffy Cloud Comforter
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$175 At Amazon
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$100 At Buffy
Our Ratings
Buffy Cloud Comforter Review
What We Like
Made from recycled materials
Lightweight yet warm
Soft and smooth shell
What We Don't Like
Not dryer-friendly
Of all the options we tested, our number-one pick is the Buffy Cloud Comforter. It earned high marks during our lab tests, as we were huge fans of its soft and smooth texture, top-notch temperature regulation properties, and lofty construction.
Ideal for year-round use, this down-alternative comforter has the Goldilocks touch of being just right thanks to the fact it's breathable and airy, while still being plenty plush and cozy. We also loved how easy this comforter was to move around and fold, as making the bed each morning was a breeze. Plus, the down alternative appeared smooth and even throughout with no pesky lumps.
We're huge fans of the buttery-smooth shell and lightweight yet substantial fill. The fill is a synthetic polyester, which is sourced from upcycled plastic bottles. The lyocell shell comes from the pulp of eucalyptus trees, and the 300-thread count sateen weave gives it that ultra-smooth texture.
Compared to other comforters that tested similarly in the lab and at home, this product is value-packed considering its impressive quality and high-end construction. Rather than a baffle-box or sewn-through design, the Cloud Comforter is made using Buffy’s unique stitching pattern that claims to keep the fill in its place. We also like that it's machine-washable, but bear in mind that hang-drying is recommended.
How It Performed Long-Term
We've tested this duvet cover in our homes for six months, and we're happy to report that it continues to impress. This soft and silky pick has proved to be suitable for year-round use, as it's not overly thick but traps in enough warmth to keep us comfortable on colder nights. And even during the spring and summer months, we've had no issues with overheating. After numerous rounds in the wash, we've found that its texture, appearance, and performance haven't changed at all. What's more, Buffy's proprietary stitching design has kept the fill perfectly in place throughout the testing period.
Material: Lyocell shell, recycled polyester fill | Sizes: Twin/Twin XL, Full/Queen, King/Cal King | Care: Machine wash cold, hang dry | Weight: Light
Best Budget
Utopia Bedding Quilted Comforter
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$27 At Amazon
$42 At Walmart
Our Ratings
The Utopia Bedding Comforter Duvet Insert Is a Solid Basic
What We Like
Breathable and lightweight
Several colors available
Easy to clean
What We Don't Like
Colors can vary slightly
The Quilted Comforter from Utopia Bedding earned perfect scores across the board, making it our favorite budget-friendly pick. We appreciated its breathability, cozy warmth, machine-washable design, handy corner loops, and impressive value. This baffle box comforter comes in six exact sizes, so you won't have to worry about excess fabric hanging off your duvet cover. Many of our other picks straddle the line between a Twin and a Twin XL, or are the same size for a Full and a Queen.
In addition to white, it comes in eight other pretty color options, so if you're not a fan of duvet covers, you can go without one and just rock one of these chic hues. Just be aware that the colors may slightly vary from how they appear online.
While this isn't the loftiest comforter on the market, it's an excellent lightweight option that's exceptionally breathable and suitable for those who tend to sleep warm. We really enjoyed its airy feel, which kept us from overheating and made the comforter easy to fold and move—it would be great for a college dorm given all the moves your student might have to do while keeping them plenty cool in air condition-less dorm rooms. Additionally, we found it was exceptionally simple to wipe away any stains with just a damp towel.
How It Performed Long-Term
After months of real-world testing, we can't recommend this product enough. We used this product consistently in our homes for six months, and it's still performing up to our standards with no signs of wear and tear. This pick might not be the heftiest option on our list, but we've found that it still does a great job of keeping us warm on cooler nights.
Material: Microfiber shell, polyester fill | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry | Weight: Light
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Best Splurge
Cozy Earth Comforter
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$629 At verishop.com
$569 At Macy's
Our Ratings
What We Like
Temperature-regulating
Two weights available
Luxurious texture
What We Don't Like
Difficult to maneuver
Not machine washable
If you're open to splurging on a truly opulent bed cover, Cozy Earth won't let you down. This entire comforter, including both the shell and fill, is made of bamboo-sourced viscose. In our tests, we found the material to be exceptionally breathable and luxuriously soft.
What's more, we loved the shell's temperature-regulating and moisture-wicking abilities, which make it perfect for people who run hot or experience night sweats, though it's also plenty warm. And if you prefer a little more weight, upgrade to the "extra" fill level. Though heavy, the shell still felt breathable, and we had no issues in terms of overheating. However, it can be a bit hard to maneuver because of the extra weight.
How It Performed Long-Term
Breathable, durable, and ultra-soft, we're happy with the general performance of this comforter over the span of six months. Even during the summertime (and 90 degree-plus nights), we’ve appreciated how cool it kept us throughout the night, which can be especially helpful if you tend to sleep warm. We also love that the fill hasn't shifted and has stayed fluffy throughout the testing period.
While this comforter has impressed us on almost all fronts, we don't love how tedious the care instructions are, as you won't be able to simply toss this comforter in the wash if it gets dirty. And, it’s the most expensive pick on our list. That being said, if you're willing to put in the extra effort to maintain this high-end product, we think it's definitely worth purchasing.
Material: Bamboo shell, viscose (bamboo) fill | Sizes: Twin, Full/Queen, King | Care: Spot or dry clean | Weight: Choice of medium or heavy
Best Size and Color Selection
Cohome Down Alternative Quilted Duvet Insert
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$46 At Amazon
Our Ratings
What We Like
Machine washable and dryer safe
Lots of size and color options
Even and noisless fill
What We Don't Like
Not very lofty
Finding the right comforter is hard enough, but finding the perfect size and color can feel impossible. For a great selection of sizes and colors, we recommend the Cohome Down Alternative Comforter, which also works as a duvet insert. It comes in seven sizes, including oversized king and queen, and five colors.
Aside from the notable size and color selection, we loved its high-quality and thick material, which is especially impressive given its affordable price tag. The cozy polyester fill is designed to be evenly distributed and noiseless thanks to its baffle-box construction, which is especially ideal for restless sleepers.
We also love that this comforter is machine washable and dryer safe. During our tests, we did find that it's not as thick or lofty compared to some other options we tested, so this may not work if you prefer a heavier comforter. However, if you're looking for a more lightweight option to sleep with, this could be perfect.
How It Performed Long-Term
The Cohome Down Alternative Comforter has held up well during the course of our three-month testing, ranging from cool November weather to frigid temperatures in January. We’ve found that it does lack a little bit of heft that you may need during the winter, but you can just add a quilt or blanket to your bed to boost that warmth. It’s a great option for spring and summer months as its lighter weight prevents it from feeling too stifling at night, which we appreciate. The fill has also stayed even throughout the testing period.
Material: Polyester fill | Sizes: Twin/Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Oversized Queen, Oversized King | Care: Machine wash, tumble dry low | Weight: Light
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Best Cooling
Pottery Barn Hydrocool Down-Alternative Duvet Insert
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$219 At Pottery Barn
Our Ratings
We Tested Pottery Barn's HydroCool Down-Alternative Duvet
What We Like
Exceptionally soft
Temperature-regulating
Moisture-wicking
Machine washable
What We Don't Like
Inexact sizes
Calling all hot sleepers! The HydroCool Duvet Insert from Pottery Barn boasts an incredibly soft shell, lightweight yet cozy feel, and machine-washable design. We were thoroughly impressed with its temperature-regulating abilities when testing the down-alternative comforter at home and in the lab.
The comforter has proved to be exceptionally versatile, as it feels relatively cool in the summer while keeping us toasty in the winter. In our experience, it delivers the perfect amount of warmth no matter the temperature—making it suitable even in chillier climates. However, if temperatures get extremely cold, you may have to supplement the comforter with an additional blanket. But on most nights, the HydroCool Duvet Insert kept us at a comfortable temperature all night long.
Upon first inspection, we were impressed with how luxuriously soft the material felt. Plus, the comforter was easy to maneuver and move around since it wasn't too heavy. This down-alternative comforter has a breathable cotton shell with a 300 thread count to ensure adequate airflow. The fill is 60 percent recycled polyester sourced from plastic bottles and 40 percent HydroCool performance polyester. According to the manufacturer, the high-tech fibers also draw sweat away from your skin so you stay cool throughout the night.
Material: Cotton shell, recycled/performance polyester fill | Sizes: Twin/Twin XL, Full/Queen, King/Cal King | Care: Machine wash cold | Weight: Light
Best All-Season
Coyuchi Wool Duvet Insert
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$498 At coyuchi.com
Our Ratings
What We Like
Wool fill
Organic cotton shell
Dense and insulating
Breathable and cool
What We Don't Like
No corner ties
Down-alternative duvets are suitable for year-round use, as long as you make sure that you're not purchasing one that is on either end of the weight scale. With this in mind, we recommend Coyuchi's Climate Beneficial Wool Duvet, which is both cool to the touch and insulating. Unlike other options we tested, this pick is more dense than it is lofty, but we found the weighty construction to be exceptionally comfortable. Despite its density, we found this comforter to be very breathable and temperature-regulating, making it the optimal great all-season pick.
In terms of construction, this duvet has a 100 percent GOTS Certified organic cotton shell and wool fill. Upon inspection, we found it to be very well made with a luxuriously soft texture. When testing for durability, we stained the comforter with coffee and treated it with a wet towel and Tide Pen to see how easy it was to clean. While the stain was not completely removed during spot treatment, you can easily refresh this comforter by tossing it in the washing machine and letting it air dry.
Material: Organic cotton, wool | Sizes: Twin, Full/Queen, King | Care: Machine wash cold, air dry | Weight: Medium
Best Lightweight
Tekamon Queen Comforter
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The Spruce / Dera Burreson
$46 At Amazon
Our Ratings
What We Like
Breathable and cooling
Brushed shell is exceptionally soft
Easy care instructions
What We Don't Like
Not very lofty
Prefer something a bit lighter than our previous pick? Your best bet is Tekamon's All-Season Comforter. Upon initial inspection, we were impressed with the product's brushed microfiber shell, which felt exceptionally soft. In our testing, we also found the material to be very breathable and cooling.
The super-fine polyfill is designed to mimic the natural fluffiness of real down, and it was quite insulating despite not being the loftiest pick we tested. We appreciate that this duvet insert is available in plenty of sizes as well as several color options. We also love its easy care instructions, as you can simply throw the comforter in the washer and dryer when it's time to clean it. In the lab, we found that the coffee stain was removed without much effort, using just a wet cloth to spot clean.
Material: Microfiber, poly fill | Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, Oversized Queen, King, Oversized King, California King | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low | Weight: Light
Best Medium-Weight
Sijo TempTune Comforter
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Amazon
$255 At Amazon
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$235 At Nordstrom
Our Ratings
What We Like
Suitable for year-round use
Cooling
Made with recycled materials
What We Don't Like
Dry clean recommended
Not too warm but still plenty cozy, Sijo's Temptune Comforter is ideal for year-round use. The fill fibers are made of the company's patented Clima fiber blend that aims to regulate your body temperature. In the lab, we found the construction quality of this comforter to be quite high-end, with a medium weight, a smooth and soft fabric, and no signs of imperfections throughout.
The shell is made of Tencel lyocell that's sourced from the pulpy cellulose fibers of wood and mica nylon. Because of the Tencel's natural temperature-regulating properties, it offers the perfect amount of warmth without causing you to overheat. When laying underneath the comforter, we liked that it provided a substantial and even weight, trapping in warmth without causing us to overheat. Although this comforter impressed us with its performance overall, we think it's worth noting that we had a bit of trouble spot-cleaning the coffee stain in the lab. Additionally, this comforter is dry-clean recommended, which may pose an issue in mess-prone households.
Material: Lyocell, mica nylon, recycled polyester, Clima fibers | Sizes: Full/Queen, King/Cal King | Care: Dry clean recommended | Weight: Medium
Softest Down-Alternative Comforter
Linenspa All-Season Alternative Quilted Comforter
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The Spruce / Dera Burreson
$27 At Amazon
$55 At Walmart
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Our Ratings
What We Like
Cooling
Six color options
Reversible design
What We Don't Like
Not very lofty
Supremely soft, lightweight, and stylish, you'll love Linenspa's All-Season Down Alternative Comforter. It earned a perfect score in terms of quality during our lab test, as we found no imperfections throughout and were impressed with its overall construction. Made with a polyester fill and microfiber shell, we love its buttery-smooth and soft texture. While it's not as lofty as some other options we tried, we found it exceptionally comfortable, noiseless, and easy to maneuver around the bed. Additionally, we loved how cool it was when laying underneath it, making it a great option if you tend to sleep warm.
It's available in six color options, meaning it still looks great even if you don't want to use a duvet cover. In fact, it even boasts a reversible design with different colors on either side to add more dimension to your bedscape. And no worries if you get your comforter dirty—simply toss it in the washer and dryer when it needs a refresh.
Material: Polyester, microfiber | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, Oversized Queen, King, Oversized King, California King | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low | Weight: Light
Best Silk
Vesta Silk-filled Thermoregulating Duvet
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$280 At vesta-sleep.com
What We Like
Silk fill material
Exceptionally soft
Temperature-regulating
Moisture-wicking
What We Don't Like
Tedious care instructions
Silk material is naturally breathable and moisture-wicking with unique thermal stability, so it keeps you warm when you want it to and cool when it’s hot. Plus, if you prefer natural materials over polyester, this one from Vesta is worth your attention. Vesta's Thermoregulating Duvet is filled with 100 percent premium-quality silk fibers. One thing to note, though, is that it's not vegan-friendly, as the silk comes from mulberry worms.
This down-alternative comforter has an organic cotton shell to encourage airflow. Thanks to its temperature-regulating abilities, it's an excellent choice for year-round use. And while we think this ultra-luxe comforter is a great pick for most households, we do want to note that the care instructions are quite tedious, which may not be best suited for those with kids or pets. The manufacturer advises that any stains or spills should be wiped down and doesn't recommend putting it in the washer or dryer.
Material: Organic cotton shell, silk fill | Sizes: Full/Queen, King/Cal King | Care: Wipe clean | Weight: Medium
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