As the name suggests, feather and down duvets combine feathers, the outer part of a bird’s plumage, with down, the lighter, fluffier fibres that lie beneath feathers and provide insulation. The ratio of feather to down will affect the duvet's warmth and price.

The Simba duvet is machine washable at up to 40 degrees so you can easily keep things fresh for longer. In terms of covering you in the long run, the Simba Hybrid duvet is guaranteed for 1 year by the manufacturer. Size & Tog Availability Cmag Pricey but great quality Excellent although a bit on the pricey side. 9 tog great for autumn months. You'll know your duvet is due for an upgrade when the filling becomes limp or uneven, or it starts coming through the casing. Buy it if: you're looking for luxury as well as warmth. No duvet fill feels quite as sumptuous as down, and this Soak & Sleep Hungarian goose-down option is one of the best quality we've come across. It's super warm yet lightweight, drapes beautifully on the bed, and feels super luxurious – you'll instantly feel like your bedding has levelled up. The all-seasons option also offers brilliant versatility; use the 4.5 and 9.0 duvets separately in warmer seasons and combine to create 13.5 togs of winter warmth. Need a new duvet for your little one’s bed? Well, look no further, we’ve got you covered. Our range of children’s bedding includes four tog duvets in a shorter length which are suitable for all cot beds. The bedding setsare anti-allergy (perfect if they suffer from sensitivities) and are suitable from 12 months onwards. Guest duvets to impress

Although you can get duvets in almost any tog rating, the most common togs are 4.5 tog which makes a great summer duvet weight, 10.5 tog which tends to be the best bet for autumn and spring, and 13.5 tog which offers good winter warmth. Don't buy it if: you really want to layer on the warmth. This 13.5 tog duvet is plenty snuggly enough, but we think the wool and down options just pip it to the post in terms of cosiness. That said, this synthetic option is far easier to care for as it's machine washable and can be tumble dried on a low heat setting. Buy it if: you're looking for luxury as well as warmth. No duvet fill feels quite as sumptuous as down, and this 90% Hungarian goose-down and 10% goose feather option is one of the best. It's super warm, drapes beautifully, and feels super luxurious. The all-seasons option also offers brilliant versatility; use the 4.5 and 9.0 duvets separately in warmer seasons and combine when the evenings start to drop in temperature to create 13.5 togs of winter warmth. Plus, although it's an investment, the all-seasons design means you'll also be kitted out with cooler tog duvets for spring, summer and autumn. This is a very personal choice depending on what you are looking for, however, it is important to remember the differences between non-allergenic, hypoallergenic and anti-allergy as mentioned at the beginning of this post. Hollowfibre or microfibre polyester duvets are the most popular type among Which? members – nearly half own one of these.

Microfibre: tightly woven and designed to keep all those pesky dust mites and airborne allergens out, microfibre is a go-to choice for seasonal allergy sufferers. Despite the compact nature of the fibres, microfiber is also light and breathable. However, it’s worth noting that hot sleepers might find they trap more body heat than other materials.Organic cotton: a fantastic choice for those with sensitive skin, organic cotton is pesticide free, hypoallergenic, pigment-free and therefore void of any harmful finishing chemicals such as bleach and formaldehyde. Though hypoallergenic duvets won’t be filled with cotton alone, they are often encased in organic cotton for extra protection against allergens. Dust mite poop produce an allergen which us humans are prone to getting and as it is so tiny it is also easily inhaled causing the common allergy symptoms. How Often Should I Change My Bedding? Tog, size and type of filling were the three most important considerations reported by the duvet owners we asked. Other important factors included whether the duvet was machine washable, labelled hypoallergenic, and how much it cost. Kyakya Anti- allergy duvet 10.5 tog I have now bought this duvet in super king, king size and singles. It is light, warm and cosy. I will buy another for my granddaughter’s bed as well. Very pleased with the quality and price and can recommend it. It certainly stopped my morning snuffles and sneezes so I can say, without doubt, that it is anti- allergy. Then there are the more traditional, natural fillingsto consider. These range from all types of feathers and down to wool filling.

H York Excellent Excellent duvet. It is lightweight but extremely warm and cosy. Good value for money. NiccaKicca Snuggly and light Such a fluffy and comfortable duvet. I have the warmer of the two duvets on at the moment and when it gets even colder will add the second one. I like that they are able to be mixed and matched. The duvet is light and fluffy, but very warm. I am loving snuggling up underneath it.Having the right duvet can help make the difference between a difficult night's sleep and a peaceful one. Just over half of our survey respondents had bought a new duvet during the past five years. Here is a list of some of the Best Anti-Allergy Duvets in the UK right now (Important Considerations in Conclusion). BRAND That said, personally, we think 13.5 tog remains one of the best winter duvet weights, with some finding 15 tog can retain heat a little too much during the night and lead to overheating. As well as having a tog rating (see below for more information on these), feather and down duvets are rated by their fill power. The higher the fill power, the larger each individual piece of down will be, resulting in a loftier, fluffier duvet, which provides better insulation. Proffesor Lovely cosy duvet. Treated myself to this lovely cosy duvet as my previous one was too hot. This is perfect for my needs.