Marten Carlson: Hey, guys. Marten here for Mattress Clarity. Finding the right comforter
can really make or break your bedroom.
Getting that perfect amount of fluff, that right sleep temperature, can make for a sweet
night of sleep. If you're looking at comforters right now, there are so many options to choose
from.
To help you narrow down your decision, I'm going to talk about my five favorite down
alternative comforters. I'm going to talk about each, one by one, who they're a good
fit for, and why someone should pick a down alternative comforter. Let's get started.
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Marten: First off, if at any point you want more information about any of these comforters,
just head over to mattressclarity.com. There, you're going to find some great reviews on
bedding, mattresses, some great sleep research, and sleep news as well.
What is a down alternative comforter? Well, simply put, it is a comforter without down.
Pretty simple. Well, basically, with a down comforter, you have a fill with down, with
feathers, or some type of down. Down alternative, it's usually filled with something like a
polyester fiber or similar type of synthetic fill.
Why would someone want a down alternative comforter? Who should pick a down alternative
comforter? Well, first off, those who are looking for something more affordable, should
definitely look at down alternative. In general, down alternative comforters are more affordable
than down.
Also, they are hypoallergenic. With down comforters, some people struggle with watery eyes, a stuffy
nose. You're not going to have that issue with down alternative.
Also, some people have an ethical issue with down. You don't have down in down alternative,
so if you have an ethical problem with down and how it is harvested, you can definitely
go for a down alternative.
Then, last but not least, if you want something easy to clean, down alternative is definitely
the better option. With a down comforter, you have to take that to a dry cleaner or
a laundromat. You can wash a down alternative at home in your own washer and dryer. That's
generally who should look for a down alternative comforter.
Now, on top of my top picks, starting with the Superior down alternative comforter. I'm
a big fan of the Superior because it has the benefits of down without the drawbacks. In
terms of benefits, it is very fluffy. A lot of reasons people look for a down comforter
is because of the nice fluff and the nice loft.
You definitely get that with the Superior. It has a baffle box construction, which allows
the fill to fully expand. Speaking of the fill, you get quite a bit of polyester fill.
It's definitely a heavier down alternative comforter.
At the same, though, it is quite breathable. I was not overheating underneath this down
alternative comforter. It's a good, versatile, all-season, down alternative comforter. It
also doesn't have the drawbacks of down comforters. It is hypoallergenic. It is more affordable.
Right now, for the full queen size, $45, a very, very good deal. It's also very easy
to keep clean, and it's free of down. If you're looking for something that's versatile, something
with some nice loft, something that's warm but good for all seasons, I would definitely
take a look at the Superior.
Next up, we have the Utopia down alternative comforter. Now, as I said, one of the main
reasons people look for a down alternative comforter is because they're more affordable.
The Utopia is definitely that. Right now, for a queen size, it's only $30. That is a
fantastic deal. At the same time, it is a very high-quality down alternative comforter.
It has this brushed microfiber outer shell, a good amount of fill, some decent loft to
it, and some nice piping around the edges. Now, I'm a big fan of the Utopia because it
has duvet tabs on all four corners. That lets me tie this within duvet cover and keep it
nice and secure.
This is a great option as a duvet. I personally use it for that reason at my own apartment.
Overall, if you're looking for a nice duvet insert, you're looking for a quality down
alternative comforter for not too high of a price, take a look at the Utopia.
Then, we have the ClimaBalance. Now, a big issue people deal with, with comforters, is
they make them sleep hot. They're less breathable. They trap heat. People will wake up in the
middle of the night sweaty and clammy.
That shouldn't be an issue with the ClimaBalance. That's because it's made specifically with
hot sleepers in mind. It has these squares called climate zones. They're basically holes
in the comforter that allow for hot air to escape and keep you cooler at night.
Also, overall, it's a thinner down alternative comforter, very breathable in every area of
the comforter. I personally was sleeping quite cooler with the ClimaBalance. It's also a
nice quality down alternative comforter. If you want to sleep cool at night, definitely
take a look at the ClimaBalance.
Next up, we have the Chezmoi micro-mink Sherpa down alternative comforter. Now, on one hand,
I said the ClimaBalance is a good fit for those hot sleepers. What about those people
who want something for those colder nights, those colder months?
Well, they should definitely take a look at the Chezmoi. Looking at it, it looks more
like a quilt, but don't worry, it is a down alternative comforter. On the inside, you
have a fair amount of this down alternative fill, a polyester fill.
Now, what makes it stand out, is the outer shell. It's actually flippable. On one side
you have a micro-mink fabric, very smooth to the touch, more of that velvety feel. On
the other side, it's going to be a faux-Sherpa wool-like material. Very bumpy but also very
warm and cuddly.
Whatever side you use it, it definitely is going to keep you warm at night. Or if you
want to sleep on the couch during the day and take a nap, really nice to snuggle up
with. I'm a big fan of this for those colder sleepers, those who need something for those
colder nights and the colder months.
Last up, we have the Buffy comforter, a very popular down alternative comforter. This is
my top eco-friendly pick. That's because on the inside, instead of polyester, the fill
is actually made from 100 percent recycled material. Very good for the environment.
In the outside, in the outer shell, though, it's really nice. It has a eucalyptus fiber.
It's 300 thread count. Very smooth to the touch, also has anti-inflammatory properties.
Good for your skin. Also, feels really nice sleeping underneath it. I use it, personally,
as a duvet insert, but it works as a nice comforter in its own right.
If you want something nice and eco-friendly, something good for the environment, take a
look at the Buffy.
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Marten: Now I want to answer some frequently asked questions about down alternative comforters.
First question is, what is a down alternative comforter?
Simply put, it is a comforter without down. Pretty simple. Well, that's because on the
inside, instead of down, it's going to have some type of fluffy fill made from a synthetic
material, usually something like a polyester fill.
Now, the second question is, what is the best down alternative comforter? In my personal
opinion, it is the Superior down alternative comforter. It's a very good value. It's hypoallergenic.
It has a nice amount of loft and warmth to it, while still being breathable. A good all-season
down alternative comforter.
The third question is, do down alternative comforters sleep hot? In general, down alternative
comforters are going to sleep hotter than a down comforter.
That being said, finding a down alternative comforter with a lighter fill, something with
a more breathable outer shell, definitely is going to sleep as hot as something with
a heavier fill and a less breathable shell.
The last question is, is down alternative better than down? Well, it depends on what
you're looking for. If you want something fluffier, something loftier, something with
more of that cloud-like experience, down is going to be a better pick. It's definitely
better than down alternative, in that respect.
If you struggle with allergies, you want something more affordable, you don't want something
with down in it. You want something easier to wash and clean, then down alternative is
better than down.
In the end, if you're looking for a great down alternative comforter, one of these should
definitely work for you. If you're still a bit confused, you want a personal recommendation,
just leave a comment below.
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