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Waratah UL Summer Quilt vs Featherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt

The Waratah UL is the warmer and lighter of the two, and owners consistently praise its loft, soft 7D fabric and roomy footbox. The Moondance 25 is the more weather-ready quilt, with a PFC-free DWR shell, a draft collar and a zippered closure, and it comes in a Long/Wide size that suits taller or broader sleepers. Choose the Waratah for the best warmth-to-weight in mild-to-cool three-season use; choose the Moondance if you want a damper-resistant shell, a roomier cut and a more forgiving comfort rating.

  • Choose the Waratah UL if you count grams, sleep warm, and want the lightest, most compressible quilt for three-season backpacking.
  • Choose the Moondance 25 if you want a water-repellent shell, a draft collar and a Long/Wide fit for damper or colder trips.

Prices

  • Waratah UL Summer Quilt: $215.00 at Neve Gear (last seen Nov 9)
  • Featherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt: $229.99 at Featherstone Outdoor (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Waratah UL Summer Quilt is $14.99 cheaper than the Featherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt at the latest prices (Nov 9)
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 for its warmth at 435g total
  • 850FP box-baffled down lofts quickly
  • Soft 7D fabric is comfortable against skin
  • Roomy footbox and more space than a mummy bag
  • Packs down to about 3L
Cons
  • No water-repellent shell treatment
  • Pad straps are fiddlier than the regular Waratah
  • No draft collar
  • Open footbox only; no sewn option
Featherstone
Featherstone Moondance 25 850 Fill Power Down Top Quilt

Featherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt

Featherstone Moondance 25 850 Fill Power Down Top Quilt

$229.99at Featherstone OutdoorChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • PFC-free DWR shell sheds condensation and spray
  • Draft collar and drawstring seal in warmth
  • ISO 23537-1 tested temperature figures
  • DownTek treatment helps down resist moisture
  • Long/Wide size fits taller and broader sleepers
Cons
  • Heavier than the Waratah at about 652g
  • Bulkier packed size
  • Snug tapered cut feels tighter than the Waratah
  • 10D fabric is less silky next to skin

What separates them

Waratah UL Summer QuiltFeatherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt
Comfort temperature4°C / 28°F rating2°C / 36°F ISO comfort, -3°C limit
Total weight435gAbout 652g (1.44 lb)
Shell fabric7D ripstop nylon, no DWR stated10D calendered nylon with PFC-free DWR
FootboxOpen, cinchable with snapsAdjustable cinchable footbox
Neck and draft protectionCinchable top, no draft collarDraft collar plus bungee drawstring
SizingThree lengths, 150cm shoulderRegular/Regular and Long/Wide, 147cm shoulder
Packed size3L compression volume33 x 10 cm stuff sack
Down treatment850FP RDS duck down, untreated850FP DownTek PFC-free duck down

Price history

$330.00$254.99
Nov 9Nov 11
  • Waratah UL Summer Quilt: lowest $300.00 on Nov 9 at Neve Gear; $330.00 on Nov 11.
  • Featherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt: lowest $254.99 on Nov 11 at Featherstone.

Prices at every store

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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Featherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt

  • Moto Camp NerdNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $269.99Checked Nov 9
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  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by FeatherstoneReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $269.99+ $13.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Featherstone OutdoorNew

    Availability unknownReturn policy

    $229.99Checked Nov 9
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $269.99Free shippingChecked 15 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecWaratah UL Summer QuiltFeatherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt
Length175/190/205cm90.2 in (229 cm) (Long/Wide)
Temperature Rating28° F36°F/2°C (T-Comfort)
Fill Power850 fill power850
Comfort temperature4°C—
Total weight435g—
Down weight285g—
Down type850FP Duck Down—
FootboxOpen—
Fabric7D Ripstop Nylon—
Compression volume3L—
ConstructionBox-Baffled—
Shoulder width150cm—
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SpecWaratah UL Summer QuiltFeatherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt
Hip width130cm—
Foot width110cm—
DepartmentMen's / Unisex—
Color—Grey, Orange
Care Instructions—inspected, cleaned, or repaired/re-patched to f…
Closure Type—Zipper
Size—Regular/Regular, Long/Wide
Count—1
Item Weight—1.4375 LB
Fill Type—

What reviewers say

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 strapsCriticisedBuyers find the single-strap attachment more fiddly than the regular Waratah.

Featherstone Moondance 25 Down Quilt

Owners of Featherstone quilts generally praise the warmth for the weight and the snug, draft-free fit, and treat them as solid value against premium cottage-brand quilts. Complaints tend to focus on the thin shell fabric and on the temperature rating being optimistic for cold sleepers.

What people mention
  • Warmth-to-weightPraisedOwners say the 850 fill down delivers real warmth at a low packed weight.
  • Shell fabricCriticisedThe 10-denier nylon is described as thin and prone to snags around rough gear.
  • Draft controlPraisedThe draft collar and cinchable footbox are called effective at sealing out cold air.
  • Temperature ratingMixedSome cold sleepers find the 36°F comfort rating optimistic and push it only in mild weather.

Questions and answers

Which is warmer, the Waratah UL or the Moondance 25?
The Waratah UL is rated to 4°C comfort and carries more down for its weight, so it sleeps warmer in dry cold. The Moondance 25 is ISO-tested at 2°C comfort and 26°F limit, but its extra shell weight does not translate into more loft.
Which handles damp conditions better?
The Moondance 25. Its 10D shell has a PFC-free DWR finish and the down is DownTek treated, so it copes better with condensation and light spray. The Waratah's 7D nylon has no stated DWR and untreated down.
Is the Waratah UL big enough for a tall sleeper?
It comes in 175, 190 and 205cm lengths with a 150cm shoulder width, so most tall sleepers fit. The Moondance Long/Wide is 229cm long and 147cm at the shoulder, which suits broader builds better.
Do both quilts attach to a sleeping pad?
Yes. Both include two pad straps. The Waratah uses a minimal single-strap system that owners find fiddlier than its regular model; the Moondance straps are straightforward but the quilt is heavier.
Which packs smaller?
The Waratah UL compresses to about 3L, noticeably smaller than the Moondance's 33 x 10cm stuff sack. That matters most on multi-day trips with a small pack.
Is the Moondance worth stepping up to over the Waratah?
Only if wet conditions, a draft collar or a Long/Wide fit matter more to you than weight. In dry three-season use the Waratah is the better ultralight choice.

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