Affordable and hypoallergenic: The best fibre bedding, from pillows to mattress toppers

Score: 90/100

This 4.5 tog duvet is filled with lightweight, soft hollow fibre that’s specifically designed to keep you cool through the summer months, but may also suit particularly hot sleepers all year round.

Testers liked its breathability and breezy feel – perfect for keeping those disruptive night sweats at bay. It's also available in a 7.5 tog version if you prefer.

Score: 89/100

With a not too warm/not too cool tog count of 6.7, this microfibre duvet kept our panel just right. “It helped me maintain a regular body temp through warmer nights,” said one happy tester.

The brand describes this duvet as having a cloud-like feel, which is designed to provide ultimate cosiness and comfort at night. This was felt (quite literally) by most testers, with the majority agreeing it was lightweight, comfy and soft to sleep under.

Score: 87/100

We love recreating the feel of five-star hotel bedding at home. This duvet promises to deliver that same plush experience, and it didn’t disappoint. Despite the 10.5 tog rating, many testers said it felt warmer and cosier than other duvets with the same rating. Yet, it still felt impressively light to snooze under.

Testers noted the filling remained evenly distributed even after washing. Some said they would have preferred a slighter plumper filling for an added touch of luxury, but the stitching felt strong, while the satin stripes are a stylish touch. As one tester put it, “It’s a shame it's all hidden under a duvet cover, but the design gives me confidence in the quality and longevity.”

Score: 85/100

Part of Dusk’s anti-allergy range, this duvet offers the same cloud-like softness as down, without any sniffle-inducing feathers. It’s treated with Silvadur, the brand’s antimicrobial tech, which is designed to banish bacteria and odours to keep things fresh. Many of our testers who suffer from allergies told us they didn’t experience any flare-ups, so it lived up to its claims.

Our panel tested the 13.5 tog all-seasons design, which can also be split into a 4.5 or a 9-tog duvet, making it perfect for year-round use. When combined, some found it rather weighty, but most were pleased with how comfortable and cosy it kept them throughout the night. “It was a pleasure getting into bed every night and hard getting out,” said one panel member. You have been warned!

Score: 82/100

Filled with the brand’s Smartfil fibre – made from recycled plastic bottles – this duvet is designed to retain heat in much the same way as down. The result is a cosy, insulating feel that doesn’tcompromise on comfort. “It still had the plush, cosy feel I associate with down,” said one tester, proving it can rival natural fibres for warmth and softness.

While everyone agreed it was very comfortable, some testers said it was heavier than expected, so it may not be suitable if you like something lightweight and breathable. That said, others felt the added weight enhanced the premium, high-quality feel.

Score: 79/100

This all-seasons duvet is another good choice for year-round use. Featuring 9-tog and 4.5-tog layers, when combined, it makes a luxuriously warm and cosy duvet for the colder months, while the 4.5 toglayer is great for summer. Our panel found it easy to fasten and separate, making it simple to adjust if a sudden heatwave strikes! However, it lost a few marks for its loss in plushness after washing, so it may need some refluffing before putting the covers on.

“This has converted me to microfibre duvets, as I was previously Team Down,” said one impressed tester, who struggled to find fault with it. There were some complaints about an initial odour, so it’s worth airing it out for a few hours before putting it on your bed.

Score: 88/100

This anti-allergy topper from Slumberdown will have you sleeping soundly, minus any sniffles – and it's easy on your bank balance, too.

Despite being a budget pick, testers scored it well for the quality and level of comfort it delivered. Its only downside is that it doesn’t have any straps to secure it to the mattress, but a good fitted sheet should do the job.

Score: 86/100

Snuggledown set out to bring that luxurious five-star hotel finish to your bedroom with this topper, and it scored highly for comfort thanks to its plush hollow fibre filling.

It also got near-perfect marks for its secure fit – even with lots of tossing and turning – thanks to the sturdy elastic straps. It adds a soft, bouncy layer to your mattress without costing a fortune.

Score: 86/100

This topper’s two layers of microfibre provide double the amount of support, earning it full marks for comfort. Testers liked its smooth finish and said they couldn't feel any of the stitching. Some did note that it was slightly smaller than their mattress (but only by a mere 1cm, which won’t make a world of difference).

When it’s time to wash, the two layers can be unzipped to separate, ensuring ultimate freshness and helping them fit inside a 9kg drum washing machine with no bother on test. And it was easy putting this topper back on the bed too – even for one tester who said it can often be tricky with their bad back.

Score: 76/100

Our testers loved Snuggledown’s original luxurious hotel topper, so we had to try this extra-deep version. The cosy padding added “a nice level of softness,” according to one tester. Note, you may just need deeper sheets to accommodate the extra layers. But overall, it’s a great option for a relatively well-used mattress in need of a boost.

In fact, it can add a hotel-level of comfort to any sleep space, as one tester also used it on their sofa bed and said it made the sleeping experience far more comfortable.

Score: 92/100

Like their winning duvet counterpart, these microfibre pillows from Soak and Sleep provided a luxurious, down-like feel, at a budget-friendly price.

They scored highly for retaining their shape and bounce night after night, rather than flattening out (which no one wants). They also kept their shape during washing, with its filling distribution and stitching staying like new.

“The nicest pillow I’ve ever used,” said one tester – quite the statement!

Score: 87/100

These climate control pillows from Slumberdown are filled with a Dacron filling, a specially developed synthetic polyester fibre that’s designed to keep you cool by driving excess moisture away from your body and regulating your temperature all night long. When put to the test, one panel member praised the pillow's ability to keep them cool, which they said was a “real bonus” in the summer months.

If you prefer a firmer pillow, you’d be better opting for one of our best memory foam pillows, as one of our testers likened these ones to “a big marshmallow” due to their softness. We don’t think that’s a bad thing, though.

Score: 86/100

This hybrid pillow is a versatile solution for all types of sleepers, as it’s soft on one side and firm on the other. One layer is made from a firm memory foam while the other uses an ultra-soft hollowfibre filling, providing the perfect Goldilocks balance.

Some testers did find it slightly too firm, though, but thankfully the dual-sided design also has a removable Visco memory foam layer for you to customise its height and plumpness. All the layers are held together with a washable cover, too, so cleaning is easy.

Comfortable and cooling, testers also praised this design’s temperature-regulating properties.

Score: 85/100

Just a glance at this dual-sided pillow and you can see why it’s a great cooling option. One side features a honeycomb gel structure designed to regulate temperature, with one tester saying it felt “noticeably cooler to touch,” making it a great option for hot sleepers. Flip it over and you’ll find a bamboo nano weave surface, which is soft, breathable and hypoallergenic.

In terms of support, our panel of combination sleepers – aka those who switch between their side and back at night – said it was comfy throughout the testing period. Side sleepers particularly appreciated the pillow's height and structure, which helped keep the neck aligned and the shoulders supported. In fact, many said they would continue using this one after the trial period.

Score: 84/100

These pillows are stuffed with an anti-allergy filling to help reduce the build-up of bacteria and dust mites. One tester praised how they kept them cool at night, making them a great option for when hay fever peaks and heatwaves hit.

Though billed as a firmer pillow, testers found it on the softer side. But the filling stayed in place after washing and helped deliver a good night's sleep for our panel.

Score: 83/100

This sturdy yet comfortable pillow is ideal for those who prefer a firmer finish. It also worked wonders for side sleepers in our tests, with panellists saying it supported the neck and helped minimise any shoulder discomfort.

This one lost some marks because it didn’t fit very well in our pillowcase – it came up a little large – so be sure to check the sizing first. However, everyone agreed they enjoyed a good night’s sleep with this and would continue to use it after the trial.