If you're someone who tends to overheat when they sleep or really struggles to sleep on those warm nights during the summer, you need one of these cooling duvets to help you sleep soundly. After all, there's nothing worse than trying to sleep when you're feeling hot, sweaty and sticky. That's why you need the best duvet to help you keep your cool.
Whether it's due to hot flushes, scorching summer weather, night sweats, or if you're a hot sleeper in general, no one should have to suffer with being unable to sleep when there are many types of cooling summer duvets out there. Especially now when we're in the height of British summertime, those nights of tossing and turning can really put a bummer on your summer season.
Best cooling duvets at a glance:
• Best overall: Simba Hybrid® Duvet – Buy now on Amazon UK
• Best hypoallergenic cooling duvet: Silentnight Cooler Summer Duvet – Buy now on Amazon UK
• Best low tog cooling duvet: Night Comfort Anti Allergy Luxury 1.5 Tog Summer Duvet – Buy now on Amazon UK
There's a lot to consider when choosing a new duvet: the tog rating, the type of filling, the cost and the size, not to mention how warm or cool it's going to keep you. We've covered this in more detail in our FAQs section, but generally, for cooling duvets, you'll want to pick a duvet that has a tog rating of 4.5 or less. This is because the higher the tog, the warmer the duvet will be and those that sit around the 4.5 mark are considered to be cooling but still nice and snuggly.
With lots of different cooling duvets available on the market, it's hard to know which one to go for. That's why we've broken down the choices available for cooling duvets that'll keep you covered, help you sleep better and most importantly, stay cool.
The best cooling duvets for a blissful sleep
Best overall
Wonderfully light with the perfect level of down-like comfort, the Simba Summer Hybrid Duvet will soothe you to sleep in warmer months (or if you get too hot at night). It features Simba's Renew Bio fill and Stratos ‘cool-touch' technology to ensure optimum breathability and heat control. The cover is made from 100 per cent cotton that will draw away heat from your body and provide an instant cooling sensation.
Reviewed by Yours Product Writer, Rosie Floyd: "As someone that's a hot sleeper for all of the year, particularly in the summer, the Simba Summer Hybrid Duvet has been a godsend to me during this spell of warmer weather we've been having. I could feel how cooling it was from the moment I took it out of the storage bag it arrived in, and it's kept that cooling feeling every night I've gone to sleep under it since. I like that it's not too thick so it doesn't make you warm but it's not too thin either, so it still feels quite snuggly."
Pros
- 100 per cent cotton outer
- Filled with planet-friendly fibres
Cons
- Some may prefer a heavier duvet
| Tog: | 4.5 |
| Filling: | recycled PET bottle fibres |
Best hypoallergenic cooling duvet
Ideal for the summer months, this Silentnight Cooler Summer Duvet comes with a soft microfibre cover, which is great for comfort as well as machine washing. This cooling duvet is hypoallergenic, too so you can be assured that it's made without materials that are likely to cause your allergies to flare up at night.
Customer review: "The way to a good night's sleep is to have the appropriately Togged duvet for the season, and this one seems to be the right one to have to get a good sleep during the Summer."
Pros
- Hypoallergenic
- Moisture wicking covers
Cons
- Some reviewers thought it felt lumpy
| Tog: | 4.5 |
| Filling: | Synthetic |
Best low tog cooling duvet
If you find you really struggle with night sweats or being hot at night, this Night Comfort Anti Allergy Luxury 1.5 Tog Summer Duvet comes with a low tog that is luxuriously light and will keep you cool throughout the night. It is temperature regulating and extremely lightweight and breathable so you can sleep in comfort during the warm nights without having to kick off the duvet cover.
Customer review: "Relatively lightweight, would be better if cross stitched to prevent filling material moving up/down"
Pros
- Lightweight
- Breathable material
Cons
- Some may prefer a thicker duvet
| Tog: | 4.5 |
| Filling: | Natural |
Best for all seasons
If you often find yourself feeling the heat in the summer and chill in the winter, this Slumberdown All Seasons 15 Tog Double Duvet comes to the rescue with both a 4.5 and 10.5 duvet tog that can be combined for super snuggly 15 tog warmth! As it offers the best of both worlds, you'll be covered no matter the season.
Customer review: "This is a good quality duvet, it's lovely and soft, very comfortable and I particularly like that it's a 2 piece one,we only got it yesterday and are using the summer tog, which gave a very comfortable nights sleep.I'm sure the winter one will be the same and if it's very cold we've got the option of putting them together.
We're delighted with our purchase and have no hesitation in recommending it."
Pros
- Can be used year-round
- Washing machine and dryer-friendly
Cons
- If you're someone who is a hot sleeper all throughout the year, you might not have much use for the warmer side
| Tog: | 4.5 and 10.5 |
| Filling: | Synthetic |
Best microfibre cooling duvet
This Luxurious 100 per cent Soft Silky Microfibre Feels Like Down Duvet Quilt by CosyWinks delivers excellent quality at an amazing price! Made from 100 per cent microfibre, this duvet is fabulously comfy and great for any allergy sufferers as it's stuffed with polyester microfibre that is naturally anti-allergenic and offers the fresh clean feeling of the duvet standing the test of time. It's stuffed with polyester
Customer review: "I’ve just unwrapped with and out on my bed . Lush. Firstly the exterior material is very nice - and looks quality ( sometimes they have very cheap looking and poor lasting exterior shells ) . It hangs very nicely on the bed not lumpy bumpy or patchy but even . I’ve now got under the covers to finish this review and it feels lovely . The microfibres give that duvet feathery feel but you can sleep soundly knowing there was no cruelty or pain made in the making. Quality , comfort , Cruelty -free and cosy ! What more could u want other than to drift off into some lovely Zzzzzz’s. Sounds tempting might give it a go now :0) Ps it isn’t heavy but it isn’t too light weight either you feel cacoooned and soft . like it a lot and would definitely buy again"
Pros
- Naturally hypoallergenic
- Made using odour-resistant fibres
Cons
- Some reviewers felt it could be softer
| Tog: | 4.5 |
| Filling: | Synthetic |
Most luxurious cooling duvet
www.dunelm.com
Imagine sleeping in soft clouds with this Dorma Luxurious White Goose Down 4.5 Tog Duvet that has a 100% cotton cover, 230 thread count and a premium natural filling of white goose down and feathers. Perfect for the warmer summer months or if you're looking for a light duvet that offers top-quality cosiness.
Customer review: "Perfect for a medium weight summer duvet. It was exactly as advertised"
Pros
- Premium natural filling
- Super soft
Cons
- Some reviewers felt the duvet made rustling sound when moved during the night
| Tog: | 4.5 |
| Filling: | Natural |
Best anti-allergy cooling duvet
www.dunelm.com
Enjoy the sumptuous softness of quality goose feather and down whilst still keeping the allergies at bay with this Fogarty Anti Allergy White Goose Feather and Down 4.5 Tog Duvet that has been treated and designed to be anti-allergy. Enjoy the premium 230 thread count and the cassette construction of the duvet which will keep the filling distributed evenly.
Customer review: "Perfect weight for summer. It is crisp and fresh. It feels light and airy."
Pros
- 100 per cent cotton cover
- Designed with anti-allergy properties
Cons
- Can only be tumble dried on a low heat setting
Best natural-filled cooling duvet
www.johnlewis.com
Made with a 100 per cent cotton cover and 230 thread count, wrap yourself in natural luxury with this Snuggledown Natural Duck Feather and Down Duvet. This cooling duvet comes with a higher ratio of feathers to down so you can enjoy a breathable but weightier warmth for supreme comfort. This natural duvet also includes Nomite™which makes it an option for allergy sufferers too.
Customer review: "Previous lighter tog quilts I have used were synthetic. This all natural product gives a nice weight and keeps you cool but is snuggly for chillier nights"
Pros
- Naturally breathable
- Filled with a high ratio of feathers
Cons
- Some felt it should be a lower tog
| Tog: | 4.5 |
| Filling: | Natural |
Best duck and down cooling duvet
We like that this Duck Feather & Down 4.5 Tog Duvet from Viceroy gives you the natural comfort of duck feather and down but at a more affordable price. Naturally insulating and breathable, the filling will stay full and fluffy with every wash, and the 233 thread count pure cotton cover will keep you sleeping soft and snug. It's also machine washable for ultimate convenience.
Customer review: "Great quality-lightweight perfect for the warmer nights"
Pros
- Breathable filling
- Comfortable weight
Cons
- Cannot be washed on a cycle higher than 40°c
FAQs - How to choose the best cooling duvet
Choosing the right tog
Firstly, what is tog? Tog is the measurement of warmth retention in a duvet that also measures the material's effectiveness in trapping warm air. Duvets can range in tog from 1 to 15 and the higher the tog, the warmer your duvet will be. To ensure you've got the coolest duvet for the job, you'll want to pick one with a low tog with a rating of 4.5 or less. According to Dreams, the most common duvet tog rating is 10.5 so if you're a hot sleeper, struggle in the warmer seasons or get night sweats, your usual duvet might not be best for you or for all year around.
Choosing the right filling
For your duvet, you can choose between synthetic or natural fillings, each of which comes with its own perks. When looking for the coolest options, a natural filled duvet is best. Using ethically sourced goose and duck feathers and down, a natural filling is more breathable and reduces the amount of moisture being trapped, keeping you drier at night. Choosing one with a higher percentage of down will provide 3-4 times more air circulation resulting in a more comfortable and easy breezy slumber. The next best option is a micro-fibre-filled duvet, great as a more affordable option that would be better suited if you prefer synthetic materials or have allergies. Sharing similar properties to 'down', micro-fibre has a finer and lighter feel compared to other synthetic materials and wicks moisture from the body. We tend to get sweatier beneath a synthetic duvet so the micro-fibre filling will work to keep you cooler and drier.
Cooling technology
Some cooling duvets, a number we've included on our list, come with patented thermo-regulating fabrics that will adjust to your temperature and work to keep you as cool as possible. Some use Stratos®, a material used by NASA in spacesuits that helps regulate your temperature by absorbing heat away from your body and then returning it to you if you happen to get a chill. This space tech makes your duvet super versatile for use all year round. There are also Aerelle® cool night fibres, embedded with semi-conducting minerals to dissipate heat and 37.5® Technology that helps keep the micro-climate next to your skin at an ideal relative humidity level of 37.5 per cent.
Other top tips for staying cool at night
If feeling hot keeps you up and bothered at night, we've got some top tips for sleeping on hot nights. These tips will help you cool down and feel less hot-heated with the situation too! Freeze a washcloth or pop a clean tea towel in the freezer before bed. You can use this as a cold compress to keep your face cool as you drift off to sleep. On a hot day, keep your blinds or curtains closed to stop any excess heat from coming through in time for bed. Switch up your position either to a starfish position for better aeration across your body or on your side to minimise your contact with the mattress which will absorb your body heat. Try not to cuddle up with a partner either as their heat could transfer to you and vice versa. Eat a lighter meal closer to bedtime so your body doesn't use as much energy to break down your food. You could even try some of the foods from Casper which will promote sleep, with some great options for late-night snacks too. Choose 100 per cent cotton or linen duvet cover sets, designed to promote airflow and moisture wick for a cooler sleep experience.
Eleanor Weaver is the Deputy Homes & Garden Product Editor for Yours, specialising in home décor, furnishings and appliances. Having worked commercially on Yours magazine and Yours.co.uk for the past six years, she's previously hosted Yours Live events and loves looking for home inspiration online.