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Thermodown 15 Down Quilt vs Waratah UL Summer Quilt

Buy the Thermodown 15 for cold-weather backpacking and shoulder-season camping. Its 800-fill duck down, 20 oz fill weight and 15F rating make it a true three-season quilt, and the draft collars and split baffles back that up. The Waratah UL is the pick for warm-weather trips and gram counting: 850FP down, 7D fabric and a 28F comfort rating at a fraction of the weight. Owners of both praise warmth and packability; the Thermodown's main complaint is a narrow 56-inch width, and the Waratah's is fiddly pad straps.

  • Choose the Thermodown 15 if you sleep cold, camp in shoulder seasons or below freezing, and want a quilt that closes into a mummy with draft collars and a cinchable footbox.
  • Choose the Waratah UL if you mostly hike in summer and mild weather and want the lightest, most compressible quilt for the warmth.

Prices

  • Thermodown 15 Down Quilt: $219.99 at Paria Outdoor Products (last seen Nov 10)
  • Waratah UL Summer Quilt: $215.00 at Neve Gear (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Waratah UL Summer Quilt is $4.99 cheaper than the Thermodown 15 Down Quilt at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)
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Thermodown 15 Down Quilt

Thermodown 15 Down Quilt

4.8(238 ratings)
$219.99at Paria Outdoor ProductsChecked 15 h ago
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Pros
  • Rated to 15F, warm across a wide temperature range
  • Draft collars and split baffles limit cold spots
  • Closes into a mummy or opens as a blanket
  • Pad strap system keeps you on the pad
  • RDS-certified down and PFC-free DWR
Cons
  • 56-inch width is tight for larger sleepers
  • Drawstring sits at the center of the neckline
  • Heavier and bulkier than ultralight quilts
  • No colder-rated version offered
Waratah
Waratah UL Summer Quilt

Waratah UL Summer Quilt

5(21 ratings)
$215.00at Neve GearChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Very light at 435 g and packs to 3 L
  • 850FP down lofts well for its weight
  • 7D fabric is soft next to skin
  • Roomy footbox and more space than a mummy bag
  • Box-baffled construction holds insulation in place
Cons
  • 28F rating limits it to summer and mild trips
  • Pad straps are fiddlier than the standard Waratah
  • Open footbox only; no sewn option
  • Fewer temperature choices in the UL range

What separates them

Thermodown 15 Down QuiltWaratah UL Summer Quilt
Temperature rating15F (-10C)28F (4C comfort)
Total weight33 oz435 g (about 15.3 oz)
Fill power800FP duck down850FP duck down
Fill weight20 oz285 g (about 10 oz)
Shell fabric20D ripstop nylon, PFC-free DWR7D ripstop nylon
FootboxCinchable drawstring, closes to mummyOpen, fully cinchable with snaps
Width56 in, narrow for larger users150 cm shoulder, 130 cm hip
Draft protectionTop and bottom draft collars, split bafflesBox-baffled, no draft collar

Price history

$330.00$219.99
Nov 9Nov 11
  • Thermodown 15 Down Quilt: lowest $219.99 on Nov 9 at Paria Outdoor Products; $219.99 on Nov 11.
  • Waratah UL Summer Quilt: lowest $300.00 on Nov 9 at Neve Gear; $330.00 on Nov 11.

Prices at every store

Thermodown 15 Down Quilt

  • Paria Outdoor ProductsNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $219.99Checked 15 h ago
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Waratah UL Summer Quilt

  • Neve GearNew

    In stockShips from Australia · duties may applyReturn policy

    $215.00Checked Nov 9
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  • Neve GearNew

    Availability unknown

    $330.00Free shippingChecked 15 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecThermodown 15 Down QuiltWaratah UL Summer Quilt
Fill power800 fill-power duck down850 fill power
Temperature rating15F (-10C)28° F
Length78 inches175/190/205cm
Down fill weight20 ounces—
Shell material20D ripstop nylon—
DWR treatmentPFC-Free DWR—
Quilt weight33 oz.—
Packed size9 x 6 inches—
Width56 inches—
ColorGray, Grey—
Material Type20D ripstop nylon (shell)—
Closure TypeDrawstring (footbox)—
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SpecThermodown 15 Down QuiltWaratah UL Summer Quilt
SizeRegular - Up to 5'10"—
Count1—
Item Weight23 ounces (fill weight, long)—
Fill TypeDown, 90/10 white duck down—
Age GroupAdult—
OccasionBackpacking—
Typical UsersOutdoor Enthusiasts, Campers—
ShapeMummy (when closed)—
Design HighlightsPad strap, Durable compression sack, Mesh stora…—
Comfort temperature

What reviewers say

Thermodown 15 Down Quilt

  • 4.8 / 5238 ratings

Owners rate it highly and consistently describe it as warm across a wide temperature range, light for the money and soft to sleep under. The main complaint is width: bigger users cannot wrap it fully around themselves.

What people mention
  • WarmthPraisedOwners say it holds heat well across a wide range of temperatures.
  • PackabilityPraisedIt compresses small and stays light in a pack.
  • ComfortPraisedSleepers describe the down as soft and fluffy.
  • WidthCriticisedLarger users say 56 inches is too narrow to wrap fully.

Waratah UL Summer Quilt

  • 5 / 521 ratings

Owners rate it highly, praising its warmth for the weight and comfort in humid conditions near 3°C. Complaints focus on fiddly pad straps and small details like the storage bag size and lack of a sewn footbox.

What people mention
  • Warmth-to-weightPraisedOwners say it is warm for its weight and comfortable near 3°C in high humidity.
  • PackabilityPraisedReviewers note it packs small and the down fluffs up well after compression.
  • Fabric feelPraisedThe 7D ripstop is described as soft and silky next to skin.
  • Pad strapsCriticised

Questions and answers

Which is better for freezing nights?
The Thermodown 15. Its 15F rating, 20 oz of down and draft collars are built for sub-freezing camping. The Waratah UL is a 28F summer quilt and will not keep most sleepers warm below freezing.
Which is lighter to carry?
The Waratah UL. It weighs about 15 oz total against 33 oz for the Thermodown, and packs to roughly 3 L. The Thermodown trades that weight for much more insulation.
Is the Thermodown 15 wide enough for a larger sleeper?
It is 56 inches wide, and several owners say it is too narrow to wrap fully around broader shoulders. The Waratah UL is wider at the shoulder and hip, so larger sleepers should lean that way.
Do both work in a hammock?
Yes. Owners report the Thermodown works well in hammocks, and the Waratah's open footbox and pad straps suit hammock use too. The Thermodown's extra warmth matters more on cold hangs.
Is the Waratah UL worth stepping up to over the Thermodown?
Only if you camp mostly in summer and mild weather and care about weight. For three-season or cold trips, the Thermodown's warmth is the better fit despite the extra bulk.
Which has better draft protection?
The Thermodown. It has top and bottom draft collars and a split baffle pattern. The Waratah relies on box baffles and a cinched footbox, with no draft collar.

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4°C
Total weight—435g
Down weight—285g
Down type—850FP Duck Down
Footbox—Open
Fabric—7D Ripstop Nylon
Compression volume—3L
Construction—Box-Baffled
Shoulder width—150cm
Hip width—130cm
Foot width—110cm
Department—Men's / Unisex
Buyers find the single-strap attachment more fiddly than the regular Waratah.