The 10 Best Down-Alternative Comforters And Duvet Inserts To Keep Cozy

Material: 100% cotton sateen shell, recycled fiber fill | Sizes: Twin/twin XL, full/queen, king/California king | Density: Lightweight, all-season or ultra-warm | Care: Spot cleaning recommended for small stains; otherwise, dry clean only

Pros:

• Comes in three different weights
• Has loops to attach to duvet
• Eco-conscious and made with sustainable materials

Cons:

• Dry clean only
• Sateen can easily look wrinkled

Brooklinen is the gold standard in the direct-to-consumer linens game. It’s known for producing responsibly manufactured textiles of exceptional quality for reasonable prices and providing standout customer service if you need to return anything. Believe it or not, the fill is made from recycled plastic bottles, but rest assured: These down-alternative comforters are some of the softest versions out there.

What our editors say: “The Brooklinen Down-Alternative Comforter has a really solid blend of fluffiness and coziness,” says senior sleep editor Bridget Chapman. “I have it in the all-season weight and haven’t felt the need to swap it out with something different as the weather changes—which is great, since sometimes I feel like my sleep body temperature is all over the place. It’s also pretty lightweight overall, so you can move around with ease at night.”

Material: 100% cotton shell, cotton and Tencel fiber fill | Sizes: Queen and king | Density: All-season | Care: Dry clean only

Pros:

• Helps regulate temperature
• Has duvet loops
• Baffle-box construction 

Cons:

• Dry clean only

The FluffCo Down-Alternative Comforter is an all-season option that’s made with a cotton-and-Tencel filling. It’s perfect for keeping you at the right temperature all year long, and customers rave about its ability to help regulate temperature. The baffle-box construction within the comforter helps the fill stay in place and prevents it from bunching up at the bottom or sides. Each corner has a loop for a duvet cover and you can grab a queen size for less than $150 when it’s on sale. 

What our editors and the reviews say: Francesca Sales, an updates writer at Forbes Vetted, says, “I used a regular down comforter with my partner before the FluffCo Down-Alternative Comforter. While I didn’t mind the former in the winter, I like that this one is truly temperature regulating, so I don’t get too hot or too cold in it. It’s also incredibly fluffy and lighter-weight than a down one, so I love snuggling in it while reading a book or watching TV in bed. It also doesn’t bunch up like my old comforter.” One reviewer says, “Keeps me warm and cool if I need to be. I usually just keep one leg out of the blanket, and it’s perfect.” Another shopper praises it, saying, “So soft and warm, just the right temp. Temperature regulating. Highly recommend.”

Material: 100% combed cotton sateen shell, recycled polyester fill | Sizes: Twin/twin XL, full, queen, king/California king | Density: Light, medium, extra, ultra | Care: Machine wash cold on gentle cycle, tumble dry low

Pros:

• Available in four different warmth levels
• Has duvet loops
• Baffled construction prevents fill from shifting

Cons:

• Some reviewers don’t think it’s substantial enough

The Company Store has an excellent reputation for all things bedding. Made with an exclusive recycled polyester fill that’s designed to imitate the feel of actual down, the brand’s ultra warm down-alternative comforter option is made for “I run cold all the time” sleepers. Four warmth levels make it easy to find an option that suits the temperature in your bedroom: light (69 to 74 degrees), medium (65 to 69 degrees), extra-warm (62 to 65 degrees) and ultra-warm (62 degrees or colder).

What the reviews say: “We love this down-alternative duvet for our bed,” writes one reviewer. “It’s not too heavy and provides the right level of warmth (which is great, as my husband tends to sleep hot, and I tend to sleep cool).” Another says, “I needed to replace my comforter and decided to spend a little more money and purchase this one. It is worth the money and keeps you warm without being real heavy. It is perfect.” 

Material: 100% polyester, polyester fill | Sizes: Twin, full/queen, king | Density: All-season | Care: Machine wash on cold

Pros:

• Budget-friendly option
• Available in two different quilting patterns
• Oeko-Tex certified

Cons:

• Only available in one warmth level

Puredown makes both down and down-alternative bedding at accessible prices. The brand has succeeded with this all-season comforter that’s under $100—perfect for anyone trying to stay on a budget. It’s constructed of 100% polyester fill wrapped in a 100% polyester cover for ultimate coziness. Plus, it’s machine washable on cold and available in two different quilting patterns. It’s also Standard 100 Oeko-Tex certified, indicating a high level of safety.

What the reviews say: “It is warm and cozy, no problem with allergies and overall a great comforter. I highly recommend this product.,” says one reviewer. Another writes, “I am very pleased with this comforter. It is well-made and looks good. It’s the perfect weight for coastal North Carolina fall and winter.”

Material: Tencel lyocell fiber and mica nylon shell, Tencel lyocell and recycled polyester fill | Sizes: Full/queen, king/California king | Density: All-season | Care: Dry clean 

Pros:

• Temperature regulating
• Hidden snaps and ties for a tidy finish

Cons:

• Dry clean only

Sijo’s down-alternative comforter is made with a patented blend of fibers that absorbs and distributes body heat to maintain a comfortable sleeping temperature. That means it’s cooling when you’re too warm and warming when you’re cold, making it ideal for year-round use. Interior snaps and ties keep this comforter secure if you’re using it with a duvet cover. The brand’s TempTune collection has FSC and Oeko-Tex certifications, so it’s also an eco-friendly pick. One drawback—the brand recommends dry cleaning.

What the reviews say: “This blanket is light, not heavy, but it keeps me so warm,” writes one reviewer. “The blanket is just right—warm but not too hot. My partner and I are both warm bodies when we sleep, but we didn’t sweat under this cover.” Another says, “I am typically a hot sleeper, and this is the perfect weight duvet for all seasons. The area I am in recently had the coldest day on record, and this duvet still kept me warm during the cold nights.”

Material: 100% cotton sateen cover, microfiber fill | Sizes: Twin, full/queen, king/California king | Density: Lightweight, all-season, ultra warm | Care: Machine wash cold on gentle cycle, tumble dry

Pros:

• Available in three different weights
• Outer cover material is soft cotton sateen fabric
• Machine washable

Cons:

• Some reviewers say it’s very warm

The Quince Premium Down-Alternative Comforter is filled with hypoallergenic microfiber that mimics luxurious down fill. The baffle-box construction keeps the fill from shifting, and it’s available in three weights—lightweight, all-season and ultra warm—so you stay comfortable whether you sleep hot or cold. We like that the shell is 100% cotton sateen so the fabric is breathable and soft. If you want to use this as a duvet insert, it has four corner loops to keep a cover in place. One thing to note: You may want to go down a warmth level since some reviewers commented it’s very warm. 

What the reviews say: One 5-star review says, “This is exactly the comforter I was hoping for. It’s lightweight, but quality material. I appreciate the loops at the corners to attach the duvet cover.” Another writes, “We are so happy with the comforter. It’s a perfect weight without being too hot (or cold) and still feels soft and cozy. Purchased this along with the linen duvet. The comforter fills out the duvet without leaving the annoying side gaps that are all fabric and no comforter.”