To find the best options, we purchased top-rated quilts, which our team of home testers slept with and laundered over several weeks, evaluating their quality, fabric, durability, warmth, effectiveness, and overall value. Backed by research and testing, our best overall pick is the Brooklinen Lightweight Quilt for its versatile weight and pattern design and cozy 100 percent cotton construction. Here are the best quilts. What do buyers say? 88% of 300+ Brooklinen reviewers rated this product 5 stars. Brooklinen is known for offering high-quality linens at reasonable prices, and its Lightweight Quilt didn’t disappoint. This quilt earned top marks from our tester, thanks to its beautiful construction, soft fabric, and cozy feel. The quilt is crafted from 100 percent cotton, and it comes in two patterns—one with cute X-shaped stitches, and the other with simple dotted lines down the length—which look the same on both sides, allowing you to reverse the blanket as needed. Each of these quilts is hand-stitched by artisans, and we were impressed by the quality of the stitching and material. While marketed as a lightweight quilt, we found it to be more middle-of-the-road in terms of warmth—especially when compared to some other products. However, our testers said it could easily be used year-round, as it’s breathable enough for warm weather use and adds another layer of insulation in the winter. Our only real complaints are that the color options are fairly limited (most of the options are a white-and-blue combo) and the quilt often takes several dryer cycles to completely dry. Price at time of publish: $249 This quilt is on the lighter side in terms of weight and has minimal batting inside, making it best for summertime use. Our testers liked that the stitching of the quilt matched its design—something not often found on budget-friendly quilts—but it didn’t provide much warmth on truly cold days. Price at time of publish: $250 This quilt is made from a cotton-linen front that has a slight texture, and it has a cotton voile fabric on the reverse. The blanket was easy to launder when coffee was accidentally spilled on it, though we did notice a slight amount of pilling on the reverse after it went through the wash. The edges feature oversized scallops for a quaint and homey appearance, and we loved the weight of the quilt, which is just right for multi-season use. Price at time of publish: $398 This classic quilt features shades of pink, blue, green, yellow, and tan, and while the description says the hues were inspired by vegetable-based dyes, it doesn’t appear natural dyes were actually used. The stitching of the quilt is neat and precise, and the cotton construction was a nice mid-weight that would lend itself to multi-season use. Just note that there’s only one colorway available and the quilt needs to be line dried to preserve its construction. Price at time of publish: $199 We gave this quilt a perfect score for quality, fabric, warmth, and effectiveness, but we did notice that the stitching shrunk a tiny bit after going through the dryer. Additionally, it is on the more expensive side, but it’s justifiable due to the high quality of the materials and construction. Price at time of publish: From $88 This quilt comes in a range of soft, calming hues, and we found that the textured surface helps to mask pet hair—always a plus. There weren’t any glaring cons that jumped out at us during testing—it’s both attractive and well-made—but we do think the blanket might be a little too heavy to use during the summer. Price at time of publish: From $249 This quilt set comes with two matching shams, and it’s made from cotton with a polyester fill. It has a mid-weight that’s ideal for year-round use, and while the fabric isn’t the softest ever—we gave it a four out of five—it’s still cozy to climb under at night. Our testers rated this quilt highly in all the other areas, and it’s reasonably priced—especially when discounts are applied. Price at time of publish: $170 This blanket is made of a four-ply cotton gauze fabrication with additional polyester batting inside, and it’s extremely airy and light. Our testers noted it did a great job keeping them warm on winter nights, while still being breathable enough to be used during warmer months, too. The only downside is that the multi-layer construction takes a long time to dry after laundering. Price at time of publish: $259 This weighted blanket has a cotton exterior that’s silkier than we expected, and it’s filled with glass beads that provide its signature heft. It seemed like the box-stitched sections around the edges of the blanket have less filling, which prevented the blanket from slipping off the couch, and the shiny fabric didn’t collect much pet hair, which is always nice. However, our testers didn’t love the general appearance of this blanket—it’s not as aesthetically pleasing as a true quilt, and it’s more functional than decorative. Price at time of publish: $179
What to Look for in a Quilt
Material
When buying a quilt, make sure to look at what material it’s made from, as this plays a key role in its performance. Wool quilts, even when they’re lightweight, are warmer, while cotton quilts tend to be lighter and more breathable. Polyester quilts are much more budget-friendly, but they tend to trap heat, making them less suitable for hot sleepers. The material will also dictate how easy it is to wash the quilt, but always be sure to check your individual quilt’s care instructions.
Weight
Quilts are often described as light-, medium-, or heavy-weight. This denotes a quilt’s warmth, as well as the seasons and climates in which it works best. Heavy-weight quilts are often interchangeable with comforters, and are ideal for cold winter nights; lightweight quilts, on the other hand, are a go-to for summertime. Some quilts will list GSM, or grams per square meter, which refers to a quilt’s density. Lightweight quilts and blankets will typically have a GSM between 150 to 350, while heavier quilts and comforters start around 500 GSM.
Design
One of the great things about quilts is that they come in a wide variety of colors and designs. There are plain quilts made from just one fabric, and there are patchwork quilts that feature intricate designs. When you’re shopping, consider your home’s decor and find an option that complements it. Another important consideration? The quilt’s use. Do you want something that will just be folded at the end of your bed for aesthetics, or do you intend to actually use your quilt? Will you use it all year long, or just seasonally? All of these factors will contribute to the design you want.
Why Trust The Spruce?
This article was written by Camryn Rabideau, a product reviewer for The Spruce who has extensive experience testing bedding. She has previously studied textile science, and she has spent more than five years testing sheets, blankets, pillows, and more. She conducted firsthand testing of all the quilts included in this article, as well as using insights from other product testers for The Spruce. Because quilts are lined with stitches, the filling is typically held in place in small pockets. Comforters are not usually lined with stitches, so there’s typically more separation between the outer layer and the inner layer, giving them that fluffy appearance. Additional reporting was conducted by Lindsey Lanquist, who spoke with interior designer Anaïs Chaumien for insights on selecting and styling quilts.
