The 6 Best Lightweight Down Comforters

Whether you're on a budget, can't fathom spending more than $100 on a comforter, or simply don't have a strong opinion when it comes to the goose versus duck down debate, this down comforter is a fantastic option that won't break the bank. With just 550 fill, it has the lightest fill power of all of the comforters on this list, so expect it to keep you ultra-cool at night. It also has corner duvet loops, a 100% cotton cover with tabs, and box-stitching, meaning there's no need to worry about the down shifting around or bunching up in one corner.

According to one reviewer: "Although this is a lightweight comforter it is by no means flimsy or low quality. The stitching is first rate and strong. You can immediately feel that this comforter will last years and years. Breathable, but it keeps you warm throughout without fear of overheating. Easy to clean and dries fast. Gets fluffier after wash, but not overly so."

This goose down comforter has 600 fill power, making it a fantastically lightweight option for warmer climates and nights. It has many of the features you would expect to see in a quality down comforter: a 100% cotton shell, a boxed stitch design to keep the down evenly distributed, and four corner loops attach to your duvet to keep the comforter from bunching up during the night. But, again, the benefits with goose down come in the overall feel: You'll find them fluffier than the duck or down alternative options on this list. And it's available in three sizes that should suit most mattresses: twin, full/queen, and king. This comforter is made up of 75% white goose down and 25% white goose feather, to give it that classic "crinkly" sound when you fluff it.

According to one reviewer: "Very happy with the duvet. The bed [it's] on sleeps warm, especially since it has a 3" memory foam topper so I was looking for a blanket that would breathe better than our quilt. This helped tremendously [...] All the down and feathers were evenly distributed and there has been no shedding.”

This comforter is a genuine, 100% goose down option (not a goose feather to be found) with a slightly higher fill count — 750. That makes this the perfect all-season, year-round option that will keep you cool in the summer and warm in the wintertime. The best part? The cover is made with 100% Egyptian cotton and a 400 thread count, which makes it smooth and soft. Available in twin, queen, king, and California king sizes, this is a comfy addition to any bedroom. And with a 4.7-star rating, this comforter is tried and tested, with all of the bells and whistles you'd expect from high-end goose down: baffle box design to keep insulation even, loops that attach to a duvet, and double-needle stitching.

According to one reviewer: "I just love this goose down filled comforter that can be used year round. It is light but warm for chilly winter nights and light and cool for summer nights when the windows are open. It remains fluffy too with a good shake."

A down alternative comforter may not have the same lavish appeal as goose or duck, but it saves you a ton of money and you still get the experience of sleeping under a soft, breathable, and lightweight comforter. It’s also 100% hypoallergenic, making it the best bet if you suffer from allergies. But here's the real draw when it comes to down alternative: Cleaning this comforter couldn't be more simple. While you're better off dry cleaning goose and duck down comforters, reviewers rave about how this comforter holds up in the washing machine many times over and retains its shape and fluffiness. This is a great affordable alternative for anyone who loves the feel of down, but is looking for the most practical comforter. This comforter is available in a range of sizes from twin to oversized king, as well as a bunch of colors.

According to one reviewer: "It’s very lightweight, which I love. It keeps me warm in the winter with just a sheet with it and it’s cool enough for the summer! I just bought a second one!”

The 600 thread-count sateen cotton shell on this lightweight goose down comforter gives it a smooth, shiny appearance and feel that is so much more luxurious than its price tag lets on. The comforter itself has 600 fill power, which makes it light but cozy, with loops to secure it to your mattress and baffle-box construction that prevents fill from shifting. The duvet comes in lightweight queen and lightweight king (year-round options are also available).

According to one reviewer: “I live in Southern California and I needed a new down comforter. I wanted it to be goose down but lightweight [...] It will get down in the 50s in my room (I like it cold) and this keeps me warm but not sweating.”

From its relatively affordable price tag to its hypoallergenic construction that makes it ideal for allergy sufferers to the fact that it actually comes in reversible colors (while most down comforters are solid white), there’s so much to love about this down alternative comforter. It has a 4.7-star rating and more than 9,000 reviews, with many reviewers confirming that it is lightweight yet warm. It comes in twin, queen, or king sizes and is reversible, with one color on each side, so you’ll feel like you’re actually scoring two comforters for one price. Choose among shades like pink/silver, navy/coral, and silver/gray (white is also available).

According to one reviewer: “When you get under this blanket you will fall in love. It's soft, lightweight and comfortable!”