Best Down Alternative Comforters

Saatva’s All-Year Down Alternative Comforter is luxuriously crafted using high-quality materials. Since the comforter is designed for use throughout all four seasons, shoppers may not need to purchase a lighter comforter for warmer months. This may help justify the higher price-point for some.

The All-Year Down Alternative Comforter is filled with a blend of down alternative fiber and lyocell. The down alternative has a fluffy, lightweight feel and is designed to enable airflow throughout the interior. Lyocell is also known for its moisture-wicking properties, making this comforter a good option for warmer months and for sleepers who tend to overheat under blankets.

The shell is made of percale cotton, which is a breathable fabric that further promotes the comforter’s cooling features. Box quilting keeps the fill in place and gives the comforter an overall attractive appearance if used without a duvet cover. Shoppers can choose between three size options: twin/twin XL, full/queen, and king/California king. The comforter is machine-washable and can also be dried in a household dryer. Saatva recommends washing in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble-drying on low.

Customers have 45 days to return the comforter for a full refund. Saatva ships for free within the contiguous U.S. and also offers a 1-year warranty.

Buffy’s Cloud Comforter checks all the important boxes for those seeking a lofty, plush, and breathable bed covering. PET fiber fill derived from recycled plastic bottles mimics the luxurious feel of natural down, but the material is hypoallergenic and does not retain much heat. A silky-smooth Tencel shell with sewn-through, wave-patterned baffles adds to the comfortable design.

Tencel’s moisture-wicking properties also help ensure you’ll stay cool and dry at night — even during the hottest times of the year. Our testers were impressed with the Cloud’s balance of coziness and cooling, observing that the comforter insulates heat in chilly conditions but doesn’t feel excessively warm when temperatures increase. We also enjoyed the Tencel’s easy glide. A sateen weave adds to the shell’s exceptional softness, so this comforter shouldn’t rub harshly or irritate your skin.

You can choose from twin/twin XL, full/queen, and king/California king sizes. All are oversized and provide plenty of coverage, so the larger two options are suitable for two sleepers. You may wash the Cloud in your household machine, provided it does not contain an agitator and can accommodate the load. Otherwise you may need to visit a laundromat. A Global Recycle Standard certification ensures the PET fill has passed rigorous standards for eco-friendly production.

The Cloud Comforter is reasonably priced and Buffy offers free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. The company won’t charge your credit card for the first 7 nights, giving you some time to test out the comforter and decide if it’s right for you. After one week, you may return the comforter for a full refund at any point within 50 nights of the purchase date.

The Lightweight Premium Down Alternative Comforter from Quince features a microfiber fill that feels similar to down. Quince uses a transparent pricing structure that details the cost to create its goods. In addition to ensuring fair manufacturing processes, this practice helps keep price-points affordable for consumers. Value seekers who don’t want to compromise on ethics or quality will find a suitable option in Quince’s comforter.

The microfiber fill is encased in a 100% cotton shell that has a silky sateen weave. Our testing found this comforter feels plush and lofty, much like real down. It’s also less likely to retain heat than a comforter with real down. Baffle box construction prevents the fill from migrating to the edges of the blanket and helps maintain an even loft over time. Corner loops securely fasten the insert to your duvet cover.

Wash this comforter easily at home using a cold, gentle cycle and drying on the lowest heat setting. You can purchase the Lightweight Premium Down Alternative Comforter in two sizes, both of which are available in white. Quince offers free shipping to people in the contiguous U.S. Returns are accepted on new or used items within 365 days of purchase.

Mulberry silk is one of the most luxurious bedding materials in use today, and the Cozy Earth Silk Comforter nicely showcases its exceptional softness and cooling properties. Long-strand fibers make up the fill, mimicking the plushness and loftiness of real down without the constant clumping. The shell is also composed of pure silk, giving the comforter a smooth feel and gentle glide — this is a major perk if you live with conditions like acne or eczema that cause sensitive skin.

Anchor loops can be used to secure the comforter to ties inside a duvet cover. This is crucial because the comforter should never be machine-washed, as this can permanently damage the silk, so we recommend investing in a cover that can be easily cleaned to save you time and money down the road. You may arrange for the comforter to be dry cleaned, or spot clean stains and smudges that occur. You can also hang the comforter outside every three to six months to freshen up the silk.

Cozy Earth offers free ground shipping to all U.S. customers and expedited delivery for an additional charge. The company’s sleep trial runs for 100 nights. If you decide to keep the Silk Comforter after the return period ends, your purchase is further backed by a 10-year warranty against pilling and other material defects.

The Brooklinen Down Alternative Comforter – Ultra Warm is one of our top picks thanks in part to its excellent insulating properties. This comforter comes in three different weights based on your personal warmth and cooling preferences, but the Ultra Warm option is the best choice if you get cold easily or plan to use this comforter during winter or in cool climates.

The comforter is filled with recycled PET fibers that mimic the softness and loftiness of authentic down. The shell is composed of long-staple cotton sateen with an exceptionally smooth hand-feel ideal for people with sensitive skin. The baffle boxes are sewn through to contain the fibers and minimize shifting or clumping, while thick piping around the edges prevents fill from escaping. Each corner is equipped with a corner loop to keep the comforter in place when a duvet cover is used.

Brooklinen recommends spot cleaning the comforter with soft soap if mild stains occur. You should dry clean the comforter if it is heavily soiled. Three sizes are available: twin/twin XL, full/queen, and king/California king.

All U.S. orders qualify for free ground shipping. Brooklinen allows you to return the comforter within 365 days of the original order, even if you’ve slept on it or cleaned it.

The Boll & Branch Down Alternative Duvet Insert comes in three weight options to accommodate different warmth preferences. No matter which option you choose, the lofty fill does a great job at keeping you cozy without weighing you down.

The duvet insert is filled with down alternative fibers made from PrimaLoft, a fiber that mimics the soft, fluffy feel of down but has vegan sourcing. The fill is encased in a shell made with 100% long-staple cotton, which is a cotton variety known for its durability. The insert comes in lightweight, midweight, and ultraweight designs. Although all three are made with breathable materials, you may prefer the lightweight option if you sleep hot or plan to use the blanket in a warm climate or during summer. The ultraweight is the heaviest option and more appropriate for cooler climates and seasons.

The baffle box design helps keep the fill in place, and you can attach the four corner loops to a duvet cover to prevent the insert from bunching up. In addition to the three weight options, you may also choose between full/queen and king/California king. The insert is machine-washable in cold water on a gentle cycle, and you can machine dry the insert so long as your machine is able to accommodate bulky items.

Boll & Branch offers a 30-day sleep trial to test out the duvet insert. Shipping is free to addresses in the contiguous U.S.

The Layla Down Alternative Comforter raises the bar when it comes to recreating the feel of down without the heat retention. Though it has a price-point that borders on the luxury end of the scale, Layla’s model will be worth it for shoppers who want a high-quality and cooling down alternative comforter.

Layla has engineered the proprietary Cluster-Loft fill to mimic real down’s clustering effect. The result is a blanket that feels strikingly similar to down both in loft and insulation. The hexagonal baffle boxes are engineered to keep the clusters evenly balanced throughout the entire comforter. Instead of collecting fill in each corner the way a square baffle box might, the hexagonal shape has a smooth surface that better distributes the fill throughout the box. The shell is made from a breathable, 100% cotton fabric. Layla has designed this model as an all-season comforter, with a 10-ounce fill that hits right in the middle for insulation.

Sleepers with sensitive skin will appreciate that this model’s fill is intended to be resistant to allergens associated with down. It’s also OEKO-TEX certified, meaning it contains no known harsh chemicals or dyes. The Down Alternative Comforter is available in three standard sizes as well as white and gray color options. Layla recommends washing and drying this comforter on cold and gentle cycles.

Free shipping and returns are options for shoppers in the contiguous U.S. Those who wish to return their comforter have a 120-night window. Layla backs the Down Alternative Comforter with a 5-year warranty that covers materials and workmanship defects.

Most down alternative comforters contain no animal-based products, and this is a big selling point for consumers who make buying sustainably and ethically sourced products a top priority. Silk & Snow goes even further with their Down Alternative Duvet Insert, which contains fill produced from recycled plastic bottles. The fill – along with the cotton shell – are OEKO-TEX certified, so you won’t need to worry about harmful chemicals either.

The cotton feels quite smooth to the touch and is well suited to people with acne, rashes, and sensitive skin. Sewn-through baffles minimize shifting and clumping, a common issue for this type of comforter, while sturdy perimeter piping helps to prevent rips and tears along the edges where fill can escape.

You can choose from two different weights for the duvet insert. The all-season option weighs in at 375 grams per square meter (gsm), making it lightweight enough for hot and humid weather. The winter comforter has a weight of 500 gsm, ensuring plenty of insulation when the temperatures dip without overheating during warmer times of the year.

The duvet insert is priced competitively compared to other down alternative comforters, and Silk & Snow provides free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. and provincial Canada. Your purchase includes a 100-night sleep trial and a one-year warranty.