8 Best Cooling Comforters for Hot Sleepers to Stay Chill This Summer

ProsComes with a 100-night trial periodAvailable in three weights: lightweight, all season, and winterBreathable cotton shellMachine washableConsOnly one color optionSilk & Snow makes this comforter in three weights, but hot sleepers should go straight for the lightweight version. Its airy down-alternative fill feels fluffy without trapping too much heat. The crisp cotton shell breathes well, and the comforter still has enough heft to feel cozy. We found it easy to fold back whenever we wanted less coverage.The $110 Full/Queen costs about $60 less than Brooklinen’s comparable lightweight comforter at full price. You get a 100-night trial, too. Its OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certification means every component has been tested for more than 1,000 potentially harmful substances; a reassuring detail for something you sleep under every night.Cover MaterialCottonFill MaterialDown alternativeSize OptionsTwin/Twin XL, Full/Queen, King/Cal KingCertificationsOEKO-TEX STANDARD 100ProsSoft textureLightweightOEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certifiedAffordable at under $100ConsMaterial may feel too slippery for someThis Hombys comforter trades crisp cotton for smooth viscose derived from bamboo. The fabric feels silky and cool when you first climb into bed, though that slightly slippery texture won’t be for everyone. Hollow-microfiber fill gives it the puff of a classic duvet without all that dense padding.For less than $100, you literally get a lot of comforter. The largest size measures 120 by 98 inches, giving couples more coverage and less reason to fight over it. Eight corner tabs keep it from wandering inside a duvet cover, and the whole thing can go in the washing machine.Cover MaterialBamboo ViscoseFill MaterialHollow MicrofiberSize OptionsTwin XL, Queen, King, Super King, Oversized KingCertificationsOEKO-TEX STANDARD 100Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsAvailable in 9 color optionsComes with a 90-day trialMade with a bamboo rayon shell and fillWe already named My Sheets Rock’s Regulator set one of the best cooling sheets, and this comforter uses the same bamboo-rayon fabric for its shell. That means bamboo pulp has been processed into a silky, breathable textile that feels smoother than cotton. The fill is bamboo rayon, too. It’s a good middle ground for hot sleepers who still want a comforter with some substance—not a glorified top sheet.At $249 for a Full/Queen, this is one of the pricier picks on our list. At least you won’t have to hide it inside a duvet cover: It comes in nine colors, including navy and burgundy. The comforter is machine washable, and the 90-day trial gives you time to decide whether the cooling payoff justifies the price.Cover MaterialBamboo rayonFill MaterialBamboo rayonSize OptionsTwin/Twin XL, Queen/Full, King/California KingCertificationsN/AProsNine color optionsVery affordable at under $30Four corner loops secure it inside a duvet coverConsNot ideal if you're looking for a more weighted feelAt around $30 for a queen, the Downcool is easily one of the cheapest ways to make your bed more summer-friendly. There’s no fancy cooling technology here. It’s simply a thin, soft comforter that won’t smother you under layers of fill. Both the shell and interior are polyester, though, so very sweaty sleepers may want something more breathable.For the price, it feels surprisingly well put together. The box stitching keeps the fill evenly distributed, and we found plenty of reviews praising how well the seams hold up. Four corner loops secure it inside a duvet cover. It’s machine washable, too—use cold water and dry it on low.Cover MaterialPolyesterFill MaterialDown-alternativeSize OptionsTwin, Full, Queen, King, California King, Oversize KingAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsMade with temperature-regulating eucalyptus lyocellComes with 50-night returns.Corner loops secure it inside a duvet cover.ConsNot machine washable.Most cooling comforters lose warmth by cutting down on fill. That doesn’t work when your partner wants to sleep super cozy. The Buffy Breeze gives the hot sleeper moisture-managing Tencel lyocell and gives the other person enough heft to feel tucked in. The silky fiber comes from eucalyptus pulp and helps move sweat away from the body.The wavy stitching looks cleaner than traditional box quilting, so you can skip the duvet cover. That may be preferable anyway: Buffy recommends spot cleaning or dry cleaning instead of tossing it in the wash. At $250 for a full/queen, it’s a splurge, but the 50-night return window gives you plenty of time to see if it works for both sides of the bed.Cover MaterialLyocellFill MaterialLyocellSize OptionsTwin/Twin XL, Full/Queen, King/California KingCertificationsOEKO-TEX STANDARD 100ProsVery soft and fluffySuper breathableAvailable in three weightsConsCosts more than most synthetic alternatives.Requires a large commercial washer.Brooklinen makes its down comforter in three weights, but hot sleepers should choose the lightweight version. It uses 600-fill-power Canadian down for loft without as much weight, and the cotton sateen shell feels soft and breathable.Down requires more upkeep than a synthetic fill. Brooklinen recommends washing this comforter in a large commercial machine because wet down can strain a home washer. It costs more than most down-alternative options, though proper care can help extend its life.Cover MaterialCottonFill Material75% down, 25% down-feather fibersSize OptionsTwin/Twin XL, Full/Queen, King/Cali KingCertificationsDOWNMARK, OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100, Responsible Down StandardAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsMade with NASA-engineered Outlast fiberfillComes with a 30-night trialComes in two weights: light and all seasonMachine washableConsPricey at almost $300The SlumberCloud UltraCool pillow is one of the best cooling pillows out there, so it stands to reason that the brand would also make a cooling comforter that is also out of this world.An upgraded replacement for SlumberCloud's fan-fave Performance comforter, the UltraCool's outer fabric is made with cooling nylon and spandex and filled with NASA-grade temperature regulation fibers. These help your body stay cool and dry all night long.Cover MaterialNylon, spandexFill MaterialClimaDry by OutlastSize OptionsTwin XL, King, QueenCertificationsN/AProsHypoallergenicCool-to-the-touch nylon-spandex shellAvailable in six colorsConsMay be too thin for someMade with a mix of fabrics, the Rest Evercool blanket is cooling, silky smooth, and hypoallergenic. The lightweight blanket is filled with a combination of Tencel, a wood-based material, and Sorona, a synthetic fiber made partly with plant-derived ingredients.Plus, it’s pup-friendly too. If your dog or cat tends to overheat in the warmer months, they won't mind wrapping themselves up in the Evercool Cooling Blanket. Bonus: Your pet's fur will bounce right off.Cover MaterialSpandex, nylonFill MaterialTencel lyocell, Sorona Aura fiberSize OptionsTwin/Twin XL, Full/Queen, King/Cali KingCertificationsOEKO-TEX STANDARD 100Grace Cooper is a writer who reviews sleep, wellness, and kitchen products. Her work has appeared in Gear Patrol, Apartment Therapy, Food & Wine, CNET, Wellworthy, and more publications. She loves finding innovations that make everyday life a little bit easier, whether getting a good night's sleep or making the best chocolate chip cookies.Christian is the Style and Reviews Director at Men's Health and Women’s Health, where he oversees shopping and style content for both brands. He started his magazine career as an accessories assistant at Vogue, and has since held editorial roles at Tatler Asia and The Manual. When he’s not online shopping, you can find him on long walks with his two corgis.