The best duvet coats are the next closest thing to being bundled up in bed during the winter months. Making it easier to brave the commute and cocooning you in cold weather, the outerwear style is a staple for good reason.
Characterised by their insulating padding, enveloping long length and quilted finish, the coats are designed to swaddle you just like a bed duvet does. When the temperature plummets, sometimes a trench, leather jacket or wool style just doesn’t cut it – and a duvet coat is your cosy companion.
But they aren’t just substance over style. Whether it’s a weighty zipped-up puffer, a belted quilted number or a faux fur-trimmed design, the best duvet coats lock in warmth while not compromising your sartorial status. Plus, they are designed to be perfectly oversized for layering with knits and jumpers.
Duvet-style coats have long been a winter staple (the first down jacket was designed by an American pilot in the 1930s), but their modern popularity can be traced back to Arket’s down puffer coat. The quilted, longline and hooded staple went viral in 2020 and has sold out every year since. It’s not hard to see why: the coat transcends trends, ticks the practicality box, and has been spotted on influencers and fashion editors alike.
For 2026, the high street is brimming with similarly functional yet fashionable duvet coats, from Uniqlo and M&S to New Look and Lululemon.
Read more: Best women’s winter coats that are practical and stylish
How we tested
From thoroughly practical styles to something a little more fashion-forward, I’ve been testing the best duvet coats come rain or shine. When compiling this guide, I’ve considered everything from comfort and warmth to style and value for money. I’ve gone into more detail on my testing criteria at the end of this review.
The best duvet coats for 2026 are:
- Best overall – Asos Design funnel neck longline puffer jacket: £85, Asos.com
- Best budget option – H&M long puffer jacket: £36, Hm.com
- Best luxury option – Lululemon wunder puff 600-down-fill long jacket: £348, Lululemon.co.uk
- Best down duvet coat – Uniqlo seamless down long coat: £139.90, Uniqlo.com
Asos Design funnel neck longline puffer jacket
Best: Duvet coat overall
Size range: XS-L
Colourways: Chocolate brown, black, olive, oatmeal
Materials: Nylon, polyester
Why we love it
- Fashionable details
- Flattering shape
- Warm and insulating
- Affordable
For less than £90, this Asos Design duvet coat is beautifully made. Not only does the high funnel neck add on-trend detailing (the Phoebe Philo-inspired silhouette is big this season), but provides an extra layer of warmth.
When fully fastened up, the coat looks surprisingly chic – particularly with the waist tie, which can be adjusted at the back to accentuate your waist. Available in four flattering shades, including chocolate brown and olive, the longline cut, double fastening and roomy pockets all add to its cosy appeal.
The coat is made from polyester, but it has a nice amount of padding to keep you toasty
Buy now £85, Asos.com
H&M long puffer jacket
Best: Budget duvet coat
Size range: XS-XL
Colourways: Black, khaki, light beige, light grey
Materials: Polyester
Why we love it
- Affordable
- Flattering
- Keeps chill out
Take note
- Isn’t very long
- Not the thickest
This duvet coat from H&M is a steal at just over £50. Available in four stylish shades (my favourite is the black and khaki green), the coat features everything you’d want in a winter staple – think a roomy hood, spacious pockets and a fully-fastening zip to help with insulation.
The stand up collar with press studs creates an extra snug fit, while concealed elastication at the cuffs traps extra warmth.
I’m 6ft tall and the length isn’t as long as I’d like (it grazes my knees), but some might prefer the slightly shorter cut which can show off – rather than drown – your outfit.
The coat has a medium thickness (it’s made from polyester), but it does well to keep the chill out and repel water during rainy spells. I sized up to an extra large, which layers nicely and rivals a sleeping bag for cosiness.
Buy now £36, Hm.com
Next chocolate brown long padded coat with faux fur collar
Best: Duvet coat with faux fur
Size range: UK 6-22
Colourways: Chocolate brown
Materials: Recycled polyester
Why we love it
- Elevated design
- Flattering shape
- Insulating padding
Take note
- Faux fur collar can get damp
This Next coat ticks both the stylish and practical box. The long padded coat is finished in a fashionable chocolate brown shade, which is the perfect dark neutral for your winter wardrobe (trust me, it goes with everything). The star of the show is the faux fur spread collar, which you can zip up right to your nose (think Victoria Beckham in her Netflix documentary).
Featuring two spacious pockets for keeping palms toasty, the oversized fit layers nicely over chunky knits while the length is perfectly calf grazing.
Made with polyester, it’s not as insulating as feather down materials – but the generously padded design kept me sufficiently warm during a cold snap. However, it’s not a coat for rain showers owing to the faux fur collar.
Buy now £112, Next.co.uk
Tog24 Raleigh women’s long insulated jacket
Best: Duvet coat for dog walks
Size range: 8-24
Colourways: Black, washed blue, khaki
Materials: Polyester
Why we love it
- Generously sized hood
- Fitted shape
- Thermal insulation
Take note
- Size up for a roomy fit
Rivalling a sleeping bag for warmth and cosy appeal, Tog24’s Raleigh coat is designed with a cut just below the knee, a thermal filling, generously sized hood with adjustable drawstrings and elasticated cuffs to keep out the chill.
It’s more form-fitting than other duvet coats I tested but is flattering, and locks in extra warmth as it's closer to the skin. If you’re someone who likes to layer your clothes, then it’s worth sizing up for a roomier fit.
There are two zip-up pockets, as well as a two-way zip and press stud fastenings for extra insulation. It’s had me covered for dog walks, rainy errands and even taking out the bins.
Buy now £80, Tog24.com
Lululemon wunder puff 600-down-fill long jacket
Best: Luxury duvet coat
Size range: 0 (UK 4)-14 (UK 18)
Colourways: Warm grey, black, navy, light ivory
Materials: Polyester, goose down & feather filling
Why we love it
- Very warm
- Water-repellent
- Keeps you covered from head to toe
- Plenty of zipped pockets
Take note
- Size up if wearing over chunky knitwear
- Pricey
Whether it’s a bitter wind chill or a downpour, this Lululemon coat is going to keep you protected against the harsh winter weather. The goose down filling is super toasty and thanks to a zip and buttons up the the full length of the coat, it provides head to toe coverage. The closed inner cuffs help to retain heat too.
It’s a pricey purchase, but this really is reflected in the quality of the coat. There are no loose threads, zips on the pockets and even two interior pockets to hold your essentials. The outer pockets also have a phone sleeve, though it isn’t quite big enough to fit a standard-size iPhone.
The warm ash grey tone that I tested is a lovely option if you like a neutral palette, but don’t necessarily want to go for black. It’s mostly true to size but if you plan to wear this over chunky knitwear, consider sizing up for a comfortable fit.
Buy now £348, Lululemon.co.uk
New Look brown longline padded puffer coat
Best: High street duvet coat
Size range: UK 8-20
Colourways: Chocolate brown, black
Materials: Polyester, recycled polyester
Why we love it
- Affordable
- Stylish shape and shade
Take note
- Isn’t the thickest
- Not 100 per cent waterproof
This longline padded puffer coat from New Look punches far above its price tag. Finished in a gorgeous chocolate brown shade, it’s slotted easily into my wardrobe, whether thrown over loungewear for a post office run or worn with jeans and ballet flats for weekend activities.
The calf length is teamed with an insulating padded design, slightly oversized cut and hood. There’s both a concealed zip and press studs for capturing extra warmth and two front pockets keep hands toasty.
Made from a recycled polyester blend, it isn’t among the weightiest and thickest that I’ve tested, but it’s the perfect budget buy for those chilly but sunny days.
Buy now £51, Newlook.com
Uniqlo seamless down long coat
Best: Down duvet coat
Size range: XXS-XXL
Colourways: Dark brown, black, brown check, olive
Materials: Polyester, feathers, down
Why we love it
- Sleek design
- Handy inner pockets
- Cushioned collar
- Water-repellent
Take note
- Pricey for a high street coat
Uniqlo can always be relied on for functional staples at affordable prices. This long down coat is filled with an insulating and warm down filling with feather padding – anywhere else, the outerwear would cost double.
Complete with an enveloping hood, spacious fleece-lined pockets and inner pockets for valuables, there’s a cushioned collar for extra cosiness, ribbed cuffs for added warmth and a zipped front placket for fastening up right to your chin.
It’s not all substance-over-style either, with four aesthetic colourways available and a sleek matte finish. It not only does well to shield you in windy conditions, but water slides off effortlessly during a downpour.
Buy now £139, Uniqlo.com
What is the best duvet coat?
Fashionable, functional and affordable, Asos’s brown funnel neck duvet coat is a winner for your winter wardrobe. If your budget stretches, you can’t go wrong with Lululemon’s luxurious down design, while Uniqlo’s feather filling offer excellent value for money.
How I tested duvet coats
I’ve been reviewing winter coats since 2021, including duvet and puffer styles. Therefore, I know which brands to turn to for quality designs at affordable price points. In order to make the final cut in this guide, I considered:
Why you can trust IndyBest reviews
Daisy Lester is the IndyBest’s senior shopping writer, who specialises in writing fashion features. She’s been reviewing winter fashion for years from the best coats to the best cashmere jumpers, so she knows the brands to turn to for high quality designs. From rainy dog walks to windy hikes and running errands on a cold day, she tests coats in all-weather conditions. She also spends most of her day scouring high street brands’ websites in a bid to find the best, most high-quality pieces that are worth your money.
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