Sunday Citizen Comforter Review: We Tried the All-in-One Bedding with a Hotel Feel

At Family Handyman, we’ve covered everything from the best heated blankets to the best air mattresses and best mattresses in a box. But now we’re getting into what makes a bed so comfortable that you truly never want to leave—bedding.

The Sunday Citizen Snug Comforter has been gaining rapid popularity, and we wanted to see what the buzz was about for ourselves. So we placed our order to put it to the ultimate comfort test.

Sunday Citizen began as a brand for stylish hotel bedding, and it has transformed into a brand that seeks to elevate your bedroom at home to five-star status. It claims its Snug Comforter is “what dreams are made of.” We’ll be the judge of that!

What is the Sunday Citizen Snug Comforter?

The Snug Comforter is an all-in-one bed cover designed to replace your duvet, duvet cover and top sheet. It features a plush, snuggly top and a cooling bamboo underside, allowing you to use the soft, cloud-like side on colder nights and flip to the cool, hypoallergenic side on warmer evenings. This unique construction provides excellent temperature regulation, offering warmth without overheating—making it perfect for year-round use, especially for hot sleepers who will appreciate its ability to disperse heat.

What makes it even better is that the comforter is made from a blend of bamboo and over 50 recycled plastic bottles. It comes with multiple eco-friendly certifications and is fully machine washable. Its design also adds versatility, with some users finding it works as a throw blanket around the house. However, pet owners may find that it attracts pet hair, though this can be easily managed with extra cleaning or lint rolling.

Overall, the Sunday Citizen Snug Comforter is versatile, comfortable and cozy—everything you could want in a comforter.

Sunday Citizen Snug Comforter Features

The Snug Comforter‘s snuggly side is made of soft microfiber while the cooling side is viscose from bamboo. The filling is made of Global Recycled Standard (GRS)-certified recycled polyester, and this label guarantees reduction of the harmful impact of production on people and the environment. So you can rest assured (pun intended) that the Snug Comforter doesn’t only look and feel nice, but it’s good for the environment, too.

It’s not often that we stumble across a luxury home bedding brand that also focuses on sustainability. We love that. And you don’t have to worry about sacrificing style for sustainability either. The Snug Comforter lays on the bed much like a standard down comforter (although it would be considered a down alternative), and it’s available in 11 classic colors, including sage (a gray-green), sienna (a burnt orangish brown) and purple haze (a cool lavender), as well as limited-edition hues.

It comes in three sizes: twin, full/queen and king/California king. It’s easy to clean and care for the Snug Comforter, too. While you can wash it as much as you like, it’s recommended that you wash it on a delicate, low or no-spin cycle and tumble dry it on low. Users note that using a delicate cycle helps maintain its quality over time, and it dries well without excessive wrinkles, reducing maintenance time. However, it may be too large for some washing machines, so a large-capacity washer is recommended if available.

How We Tested It

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I tested the Snug Comforter for several nights of sleeping, cozied up in it with my dog and washed it! As far as comfort goes, the feel lives up to its name. It’s snuggly, soft and just heavy enough to provide that hotel comforter feel. You know what I mean—it provides warmth and coziness when the AC is blasting, but it’s not heavy enough to make you sweat under the covers on warmer nights.

I tested the full/queen size on a queen mattress and found it to hang just a little shorter on the sides of the bed than I would prefer. However, I tend to like oversized, drape-y bedding. Regardless, the full/queen size would probably look best on a full-size mattress. If you want an oversized look on a queen mattress, you could opt for the king size. Overall, this is a small detail that I can look past for the comforter’s softness, sustainability and low maintenance.
Another thing I did notice was that the plush side of the comforter seemed to collect animal hair and dust quickly. I have a German Shepherd who sheds quite a bit, and his black hair stood out on the white comforter. Honestly, his hair collects on any type of bedding, but the plush side seems to trap it in a little more than I’d like. However, much of the hair came off in the washing machine. I also think a darker color would have shown less hair, so that’s something to keep in mind when deciding on a color for your Snug Comforter.

As far as washing goes, the Snug Comforter does hold up in the washing machine. In fact, it came out looking almost brand new. Now, I’ve only washed it twice since owning it, so I can’t speak for how the comforter will hold up after months or years of washing, but other reviewers seem to have good experiences tossing it in the washing machine as frequently as they would other bedding.

Pros

• All-in-one design eliminates the need for multi-part bedding
• Incredibly soft, plush top side
• Delivers warmth on cool nights and prevents overheating on warmer evenings
• Machine washable
• Low maintenance
• Eco-friendly
• More than 10 color options
• Free shipping and returns, plus 90 days to love it or return it

Cons

• Pricey
• Pet hair and dander collect on plush top side easily

Why You Should Trust Us

Mary Henn is a shopping editor, writer and product tester for Family Handyman, Reader’s Digest and Taste of Home. She has personally tested over 100 products, ranging from outdoor gear and DIY gadgets to mattresses and vacuums. Her work has also appeared on MSN, NewsBreak, Flipboard and more.

Sean Tirman, Content Updates Editor at Family Handyman, updated and contributed research to this piece. Sean has written shopping guides since 2016 and is a former associate editor at Gear Patrol

FAQ

Where are Sunday Citizen products made?

According to the brand’s FAQ page, Sunday Citizen products are made in China, Mexico, Turkiye, Colombia and Portugal. The brand emphasizes that it “carefully and personally selects each of its factories through a hands-on sourcing and inspection process.”

What is the difference between a down comforter and an alternative down comforter?

Down comforters are made from animal products, typically goose or duck down and feathers. In contrast, alternative down comforters are crafted from synthetic or natural materials designed to mimic the warmth, feel and weight of real down. For example, Sunday Citizen’s Snug Comforter features a bamboo exterior with filling made from recycled plastic.

Is Sunday Citizen ethical?

Ethical practices and eco-friendly materials are central to Sunday Citizen’s mission. According to its About Us page, the brand uses “sustainably-sourced, OEKO-TEX certified fabrics, European Flax-certified linen, recycled comforter filling made from PET plastic bottles” and “minimal, recycled packaging with vacuum packing to reduce its shipping carbon footprint.”

What Other Reviewers Had to Say

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With nearly 700 reviews from verified purchasers, the Snug Comforter earns an average of 4.8 out of five stars at Sunday Citizen.
Adalaina H. gives it five stars and writes, “This comforter is truly the best. The quality and comfort is unmatched. It’s lightweight but warm and cozy. I’ve washed it [more than three] times already and it still looks brand new.”

Verified buyer, Courtney M., says, “I just love this. It’s a joy to get into bed each night with it. My two Great Danes sleep on it and it doesn’t get scratched up or pulled or even dirty showing. I’m sold for life. I washed it once so far (king) and it did great.”

“I am soooo in love with my comforter,” shares Penny E., a five-star reviewer. “It’s so incredibly soft, has some weight to it and is perfect for all seasons. The only thing I would say is that the fabric will snag if you have a dog that likes to paw at your bed to find it’s spot. I’m so glad I chose the purple haze, but am hoping they come out with sheets and pillow cases with the solid color, as the only color that really matches is the white.”

Product Comparison

According to most users and our own experience, the Sunday Citizen Snug Comforter stands out when compared to traditional down comforters, duvets and blankets. It offers the same thickness and warmth as down, though slightly less lofty, while dispersing heat better, making it ideal for year-round use. Its eco-friendly construction, backed by multiple certifications, is advantageous over animal-based blankets.

While it can replace your comforter, duvet cover and top sheet, it’s versatile enough to be used as a throw around the house—a benefit not typical of most comforters. It does tend to attract pet hair and dander, but this is easily offset by its machine-washable design, a feature you won’t find in traditional down comforters, making maintenance quick and easy.

Though it’s a bit pricey, with an MSRP of $330, that’s comparable to down comforters from similar brands. Its versatility and high customer satisfaction suggest the investment is well worth it.

Final Verdict

After sifting through buyer reviews from people who have owned the Snug Comforter for longer periods of time, I found that a few people said their pet’s nails did eventually snag the comforter. As I said, my large dog cozied up in the comforter with no issues, but I also keep his nails cut. If you have a pet with long nails or some other outside force that would cause bedding to snag, then you may want to be a little more careful with your Snug Comforter. (You could even change out the look of it and add another layer of protection with an added duvet cover. Although, that would defeat the all-in-one purpose of the comforter.)

Based on the overall quality, feel and look of the Snug Comforter, I would still highly recommend it for an all-in-one bedding option that has the bonus of a hotel feel!

Where to Buy the Snug Comforter

The Snug Comforter retails for $290 to $355, depending on the size. The best place to shop this comforter is directly from Sunday Citizen, because the company offer a 90-day guarantee. So you can test, wash and use it for up to 90 days. If you don’t love your new bedding, you can send it back and they’ll refund your purchase.

That being said, what are you waiting for? If you’re looking for a new comforter, give this one a try—test out a few options if you’d like—and see what you think for yourself.