13 best summer duvets to keep you cool 2025, tried & tested

Dusk Feels Like Down Duvet Collection

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measure 200cm x 200cm, as well as Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 4.5 Tog.
• Filling: Synthetic microfibre.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? There is no trial period for duvets, but customers can return within 28 days as long as the duvet is in original packaging.
• Tested by: Mayola Fernandes, Commerce Writer.

Dusk is our go-to for luxe bedding at an affordable price point, offering everything from plush duvets and fitted sheets to mattress protectors. The Feels Like Down Duvet is filled with lightweight and breathable microfibre, and hugged in a super soft cotton case, which is ideal for allergy sufferers.

I tested the all-seasons hybrid duvet, which combines two separate duvets - a lightweight 4.5 tog and a warmer 9 tog. You can use each one on its own or fasten them together with built-in buttons to create a snug 13.5 tog duvet. There's also the option to purchase just the 4.5 tog on its own for summer months.

As with everything else from the brand, it feels luxurious not only in weight and comfort, but also thanks to the cotton casing. Switching to the 4.5 tog duvet during summer has kept me cool throughout the night while still providing the comfort of having layers on top of me. While it may be one of the more affordable bedding options in our edit, Dusk has not compromised on quality as shoppers have likened this summer duvet to “hotel bedding”.

Emma 4-Seasons Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 200cm x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: Spring/Summer layer has a tog rating of 3.5, the Autumn/Winter layer has a tog rating of 7, secure them together to create a 10.5 tog duvet.
• Filling: Recycled polyester and cotton cover.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? Yes 14-day trial period, and returns are free.
• Tested by: Ali Pantony, Website Director

Emma is another hugely popular bedding brand we swear by for supportive mattresses, and the same high quality has been applied to its duvets too. Another hybrid system here, this is a three-in-one duvet which helps you customise your bedding throughout the year. Consisting of a light 3.5 tog duvet for the hottest nights and a midway 7 tog for spring or autumn, which when attached together creates a cosy 10.5 tog.

Switching to the Emma 4 Seasons duvet was one of the best choices I've made this year. The ability to adjust the warmth with its two separate layers is brilliant, especially for hot sleepers like me. Plus, in the summer, I use the other layer on our sofa bed for guests, making it like having two duvets for the price of one.

When it gets colder, you just clip the second layer to the first, so it stays in place inside your duvet cover. While Emma's 4 Seasons duvet is on the pricier side, they offer a two-week trial period to ensure you're satisfied with your investment and returns are free.

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Panda Cloud Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 200cm x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 10.5 Tog.
• Filling: 50% bamboo and 50% Nano-Microfibre.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? 30-night trial.
• Tested By: Samantha Reynolds.

Panda’s Cloud Duvet has been made from sustainably grown bamboo, which has been managed in forests that adhere to environmental standards. What is genius about bamboo filling is it is natural, does not require harmful chemicals, fertilisers or pesticides, and uses less water, but is naturally silky soft and hypoallergenic, which is also a huge tick for those with allergies or sensitive skin. Plus, bamboo is naturally antibacterial, anti-microbial, and repels parasites, dust mites and bed bugs, so there’s no risk of unwanted guests sleeping over.

I could immediately tell the difference when switching from my goose down duvet to this bamboo alternative. I thought that with the weather starting to warm up it might be too hot, due to the initial thickness of the duvet, but it is in fact the perfect weight; especially as I am always cold at night even during high summer. It also comes in a gorgeous dust bag that can be used for storage.

As someone who’s always battled night sweats, the bamboo’s natural breathability and temperature regulation were game-changers. It kept me cool through warm spells and pleasantly insulated when evenings turned crisp. It washes at 40 °C, dries quickly, and bounces back without clumping. I also love the clever corner loops that keep it neatly in place under the duvet cover

The White Company Hungarian Goose Down Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 200cm x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 4.5 Tog.
• Filling: Goose down and goose feather.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? No trial period, but can return within 30 days.
• Tested by: Denise Primbet, Commerce Writer.

For those wanting luxurious bedding, look no further than The White Company’s Hungarian Goose Down Duvet. Filled with goose down, as well as goose feathers, and encased in a 329 cotton thread count, this summer duvet is plump, uber soft, yet super lightweight, weighing just 1.55kg for a double duvet. It features a box construction, which keeps the filling in place and prevents clumping, overheating or even (god forbid) a chill on summer nights, though it can be fitted to a second duvet, which is sold separately.

As someone who's cold at night all year round (yep, even during summer), having a comfy duvet is just as essential to me as having an SPF on a beach-side holiday. Having tested this duvet for just over a month, I was impressed with everything from the lightweight design to the premium feel, and, of course, the comfort that it delivered for my 8-hours-a-day. Above all, I loved the temperature distribution, which kept me from overheating when the weather was hotter than usual and kept it nice and warm during the colder nights.

At £200 for a single, this duvet is certainly a significant investment. However, a quick look through customer reviews shows that many buyers feel it’s well worth the price. Even after a year or more of use, it holds its shape, with the quilt retaining its loft, puffiness, and even feather distribution. Our only gripe? This model is frequently out of stock. As a great alternative, we recommend the 4.5 tog duck feather & down duvet.

Simba Summer Hybrid Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 200cm x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 4.5 Tog.
• Filling: Polyester Simba Renew Bio and recycled PET bottle fibre.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? No trial period for duvets but 30-day return policy.
• Tested by: Mayola Fernandes, Commerce Writer.

Simba is one of the leading bedding brands out there, not least because it is the UK’s first B-corp certified sleep brand. The Simba Summer Hybrid Duvet is ideal for those looking for a hypoallergenic, eco-conscious, lightweight summer duvet to keep them cool and dry on a humid summer’s night.

This design combines Simba’s synthetic Renew Bio filling, made from recycled PET bottles and mimics soft and plush down fabric, with the brand’s Stratos ‘cool touch’ technology, which is fitted on one side of the duvet, to draw any sweat and moisture away from the sleeper and regulate the body temperature, for a cool, fresh and comfortable sleep.

The brand has paid extra attention to detail as this design is biodegradable, the duvet has been stitched into squares to keep the shape and prevent any uneven distribution of filling, plus it is fitted with a QR code on the label to help every shopper easily maintain their duvet. Yes, it may be more expensive than other designs, but it is a well worthy investment and ticks all our boxes.

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The Nectar Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 200cm x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 10.5 Tog.
• Filling: Modal.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? Yes, 365-night trial and two year warranty.
• Tested by: Hattie Cotmore, Former Associate Visuals Editor.

Nectar has created a fuss-free duvet to see you through all seasons. The Smartfil technology, combined with eco-conscious modal fabric, creates a breathable, yet plush, duvet to snuggle up in. The fabric is suitable for machine washing at a temperature of 60° to kill any bacteria or bed bugs from hibernating in the plush filling.

I’m not someone who sleeps without a duvet in the summer - I always sleep better with a light layer. The Nectar duvet, at 10.5 tog, feels like an ideal year-round option. It’s light enough for summer, though if you tend to sleep very hot, it might still be a bit much. In winter, it kept me comfortably warm, and I appreciate that it’s not overly bulky, so I can still move around easily during the night.

While Nectar’s all-season duvet is eco-conscious, temperature regulating, hypoallergenic and breathable, the 10.5 tog may make it a little too heavy (it weights 2.5kg) in a heatwave. But, Nectar offers a year-long trial so you can see how this duvet fairs in all four seasons.

Emma Cloud Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Single, Double, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 6.7 tog.
• Filling: Microfibre fabric.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? Yes, there's a 14 night trial, and returns are free.
• Tested by: Hattie Cotmore, Former Associate Visuals Editor.

Although this is designed for all year round use, it's rather lightweight 6.7 tog means it is a great mid weight duvet and good for the summer months. As the name suggests, sleeping under it feels like a cloud; it's light, fluffy and helps to regulate temperatures. While its fluffiness also helps keep it airy and stops any usually hot-running sleepers from overheating. It's well made, and feels like a premium duvet.

If you get chilly in the winter months, you'll need something more than a 6.7 tog such as a dedicated winter duvet. It's relatively affordable, however, considering it's just the one duvet, and not a clever 3-in-1 like Simba's hybrid duvet, or Emma's 4-season duvet it's still an investment.

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Silentnight Cooler Summer Double Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 200cm x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 4.5 Tog.
• Filling: Microfibre.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? No trial period, but can return.
• Tested by: Maisie Bovingdon, Freelance Contributor.

Silentnight’s Cooler Summer duvet has a 4.5 tog and boasts a microfibre filling, which is super soft, but also achieves a plump finish similar to duvets of a higher tog rating.

The fabric is also hypoallergenic, so if, like me, you suffer with hayfever and other sensitivities this is ideal alongside an anti allergy pillow. Plus it is suitable to wash in the washing machine without fear of the duvet losing its shape, thanks to the microfibre cover.

Unlike other designs, this duvet features seam details in long rectangles running down the duvet, rather than squares, which is the only explanation I have for why I found the filling bunched over much tossing and turning in Britain's 30 degree heatwave last summer, so be sure to shake and plump the duvet if this does occur.

Soak & Sleep Summer Warmth Pure Silk Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 135 x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 4.5 Tog.
• Filling: 100% Tussah silk.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? No trial period, but 365-day returns policy.
• Tested by: Maisie Bovingdon, Freelance Contributor.

You'll likely have heard of the benefits of silk pillowcases to protect the hair and skin, but a silk duvet is equally as beneficial, especially for those looking for a cooling summer duvet to use during high summer.

Soak&Sleep has created a luxurious silk duvet, which is filled with Tussah silk and covered in a pure cotton fabric, for a lightweight, breathable and cooling bedding item to see you through the warmer months. The combination of silk filling with a pure cotton exterior combine to help regulate the sleeper’s body temperature.

While this duvet is a 4.5 tog level, I noted it was less voluminous than other designs, such as the Silentnight or Slumberdown, but felt weightier than those summer duvets of the same tog rating. This duvet soothed me to sleep nonetheless, though I'd liken it more to a weighted blanket.

Fogarty Anti-Allergy Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 200cm x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 4.5 Tog.
• Filling: Polyester.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? No trial period but is available for a return.
• Tested by: Maisie Bovingdon, Freelance Contributer.

A hypoallergenic duvet is a design we always seek out, regardless of the tog rating, because there is nothing worse than waking up sneezing or with an itchy throat from the bedding. This anti-allergy treated design is also dust mite resistant, so you can sleep soundly knowing it is unlikely you’ll be sleeping beside unwanted critters.

The Fogarty anti-allergy duvet is filled with polyester hollowfibre, which achieves a voluminous filling, and is covered in a microfibre cover that is super soft, and suitable for machine washing, just in case you want to give your bedding a refresh when changing the duvet depending on the seasons. I couldn't fault it, it was lightweight, fluffy, and cooling.

Slumberdown Summer Cool 4.5 Tog Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 200cm x 200cm, also available in Single, King and Super King sizes.
• Tog rating: 4.5 Tog.
• Filling: 100% Polyester.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? No trial period but can return.
• Tested by: Maisie Bovingdon, Freelance Contributor.

Slumberdown duvets are super soft, and plump, regardless of the tog level.  We have tried numerous duvets from the brand over the years, including a winter 13.5 tog, as well as the Cool Summer Nights variation, all of which feel much more luxurious and high end than the price point leads you to believe.

We found this duvet was softer than silk duvets we tried, not as flat or 2D like other low tog duvets, as it still has some puff despite the 4.5 tog rating. However, if you find voluminous duvets are overbearing in the warmer months, this may not be the best summer duvet for you.

But the best part is this duvet is super affordable, with the price ranging from £12 for a single summer duvet, up to £32 for a super king size, which makes it one of the more purse friendly options to shop.

M&S Comfortably Cool 1 Tog Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double measures 4ft 6inches, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 1 Tog.
• Filling: Recycled polyester filling.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? No trial period but can return within 35 days.
• Tested by: Maisie Bovingdon, Freelance Contributor.

While some question how effective, or necessary, a duvet with a low tog level is, for those who like the comfort of a duvet without the density of a heavy tog, or suffer from hot flushes, it is perfect.

Marks and Spencer has combined a recycled polyester filling with Climate Control technology, encased in a delicately soft cotton cover, which is part of the brand’s Better Cotton initiative, to create an eco-conscious bedding item that is lightweight, comfortable, moisture wicking and cooling.

M&S has a whole host of duvets to shop, including some of the lowest tog ratings we have seen in comparison to other rival brands. This duvet is available in a three tog, as well as one tog, which is ideal for those who battle hot flushes, or for extremely hot summer nights.

The Fine Bedding Company Breathe Duvet

Specifications:

• Sizes: Double, also available in Single, King and Super King.
• Tog rating: 4.5 Tog.
• Filling: 80% Smartfil Microfibre and 20% Modal.
• Machine washable? Yes.
• Is there a trial period/can I return? Return within 30-days.

The combination of The Fine Bedding’s Smartfil technology and Modal filling, which has been created using wood pulp, encourages the air to flow throughout the bedding layer to help regulate the sleeper’s body temperature – an essential in the summer months - while the microfibre cover is super gentle on the skin.

The Breathe Duvet is available to shop in numerous tog levels, including two summer duvets, a 4.5 or 7 tog rating, an Autumn-appropriate 10.5 tog, 13.5 tog for the Winter months, and an all -season hybrid duvet, so there is a duvet to ensure every shopper sleeps comfortably all year long.