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The best comforters and duvet inserts are durable, comfortable, and easy to use.
Before you shop, however, it’s important to understandthe difference between the two styles.
For more information on how we tested comforters and duvet inserts, check outour testing process below.
Brooklinen’s Down Alternative Comforter is offered in three different weights.PHOTO: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
Its dry-clean only, making for an additional cost.
Each option features a cotton sateen shell thats soft but still sturdy-feeling with good breathability.
We noted that it immediately made the bed look full and inviting.
We tested the original down option in the all-season weight in a southern climate for six months.
The down alternative option was tested at home in Iowa.
It kept us warm throughout the winter months, even when we kept our bedroom at 63F.
Brooklinen’s Down Alternative Comforter is offered in three different weights.PHOTO: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
Comforters and duvet inserts are packed with fill, or material that gives them their lovely fluffiness.
We recommend sizing up at least one size.
The first thing we noticed about the Casaluna Premium Down Comforter was how heavy-duty it feels.
This isnt a weighted blanket, but its lofty and substantial, thanks to its 600-fill power duck down.
During home testing, we praised how well this blanket held up and continued to look good as new.
If we could change one thing, it would be the size of the blanket.
Guests loved the blanket and often commented on how comfortable it was.
We used the blanket through an Iowa summer and winter and were impressed that it suited each season.
The heaviness of this comforter can be a nice quality, especially if youre a restless sleeper.
But we noted that some people might actually find it too heavy and stifling.
Dry-cleaning is recommended, which makes for an ongoing cost.
As a hot sleeper, our tester raved about this comforter.
On a cooler night, the fabric feels cozy but still breathable.
The weight is nice, tooit has a medium thickness, making it versatile for all seasons.
The only real downside, in addition to the steeper price, is that this comforter should be dry-cleaned.
We liked that theyre both offered in different fill levels, and were comfortable and well-made options.
How much can I expect to spend on a comforter or a duvet insert?
Luxury comforters are made with premium materials such as down or high-thread-count cotton.
This is an expensive comforter, but it feels well-made and high-quality.
We evaluated each pick on their quality, texture, durability, and breathability.
You might also prefer the rougher feeling of linen, or a crisper material like percale.
Consider your climate and personal preferences, too, says Stephan.
Choose lighter materials for warmer climates and heavier materials for colder climates.
She specializes in bedding and furniture content.
What Is BHG Recommends?
Next to all of the products on this list, you may have noticed ourBHG Recommends seal of approval.
In these cases, we use the same testing criteria we use to test the purchased products.
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The Casaluna Premium Down Comforter never lost its loftiness throughout testing.PHOTO: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
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We tested the silk fill version of this Cozy Earth Comforter, which is made of 100% mulberry silk.PHOTO: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
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The comforter fits easily into a duvet cover which will help protect it from any stains or spills.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
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