Is this comforter warm enough for winter?

It is an all-season, lightweight comforter. Most sleepers use it alone in mild weather and add a blanket in cold months.

Does it fit a Twin XL bed?

Yes. It measures 66 by 90 inches, which covers a Twin or Twin XL mattress.

Is it machine washable?

It is a microfiber down alternative comforter, so it can be washed at home; use a gentle cycle and low heat to protect the fill.

Do I need a duvet cover?

No. The solid Stone microfiber shell is meant to be used on its own, though a cover helps keep it clean and holds the fill in place.

How does it compare with a down comforter?

It is lighter and easier to care for than down, but it has less loft and warmth. Down suits cold sleepers; this suits warm sleepers and year-round use.

Mainstays Twin/Twin XL Down Alternative All-Season Comforter

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$24.32at WalmartChecked Nov 9

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Mainstays Twin/Twin XL Down Alternative All-Season Comforter

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Last seen at $24.32 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Mainstays Twin/Twin XL Down Alternative All-Season Comforter

A solid-color Twin/Twin XL comforter with a 100% microfiber shell and down alternative fill, sized 66 by 90 inches. It is built as a single all-season layer: soft and lightweight rather than lofty, so it suits people who sleep warm or want a cover that works year-round. Against down comforters it is easier to care for and less expensive to own, but it lacks down's loft and warmth for cold sleepers. Owners rate it well as a budget everyday comforter, though some find it thinner than expected.

Best forTwin and Twin XL beds in guest or kids' roomsShoppers who sleep warm and want a light coverA simple solid-color bedding refreshYear-round use layered with a blanket in winter

Pros

Soft, smooth 100% microfiber shell
Lightweight down alternative fill
All-season weight works across the year
Solid Stone gray fits many room styles
Generous 66 x 90 in size for a Twin XL

Cons

Thinner and less lofty than many expect
Not warm enough alone for cold rooms
Fill can shift without a duvet cover or quilting
Only one solid color option

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What reviewers say

4.6 / 51,248 ratings

Owners rate it highly overall and describe it as soft, light and good value for a basic comforter. The most common complaint is that it is thinner than the photos suggest and not very warm on its own.

What people mention

ThicknessCriticisedSeveral owners say it is thinner and flatter than they expected from the photos.
WarmthMixedIt suits warm sleepers and summer use, but some find it too light for winter.
SoftnessPraisedOwners describe the microfiber shell as soft and smooth.
ValuePraisedBuyers call it a good basic comforter for the money.
FillCriticisedSome report the down alternative fill shifting or bunching over time.

About the Mainstays Twin/Twin XL Down Alternative All-Season Comforter

This Mainstays comforter fits a Twin or Twin XL bed. It has a down alternative fill that feels soft and lightweight. The all-season design can be used year-round.

The shell is 100% microfiber with a smooth finish. The comforter comes in a solid Stone color and measures 66 in x 90 in. It can be used on its own or with other bedding.

Bed size: Twin/Twin XL
Color: Stone (gray)
Fill: Down alternative
Shell material: 100% microfiber
Season: All-season
Dimensions: 66 in x 90 in
Pack size: 1 comforter

Specifications

bed_size: Twin-XLSource
color: GraySource
actual_color: StoneSource
multipack_quantity: 1Source

Questions and answers

Is this comforter warm enough for winter?: It is an all-season, lightweight comforter. Most sleepers use it alone in mild weather and add a blanket in cold months.
Does it fit a Twin XL bed?: Yes. It measures 66 by 90 inches, which covers a Twin or Twin XL mattress.
Is it machine washable?: It is a microfiber down alternative comforter, so it can be washed at home; use a gentle cycle and low heat to protect the fill.
Do I need a duvet cover?: No. The solid Stone microfiber shell is meant to be used on its own, though a cover helps keep it clean and holds the fill in place.
How does it compare with a down comforter?: It is lighter and easier to care for than down, but it has less loft and warmth. Down suits cold sleepers; this suits warm sleepers and year-round use.
Where is the Mainstays Twin/Twin XL Down Alternative All-Season Comforter cheapest?: At Walmart, for $24.32, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Mainstays Twin/Twin XL Down Alternative All-Season Comforter?: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,248 ratings.