Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

After searching high and low all over the stores and internet for a Hypoallergenic comforter, I am very happy to find this. I came across this item initially as I was looking for a PrimaLoft comforter. Since my husband and I are allergic to dust mites, I want to find a washable comforter. The best hypoallergenic material is PrimaLoft. PrimaLoft was originally contracted and found for US Military. It is anti-microbial, warm, light, and water resistant (dust mites grow more with moisture). Most hypoallergenic filler start to break down after several washes but PrimaLoft is much more durable. As I was looking, I realized that the cheaper PrimaLoft would cost me around $150-$200, and it goes up as high as $500. And the thread count for the lower range is usually around 200-330. This comforter has very high thread count of 400 and very high fill power of 550, which will normally cost over $250. And it is made in USA (although the shell material is imported from China). But I never heard of the brand name Pinzon so I was curious why it's so cheap. I did some research and was surprised to find out that "Pinzon" is actually a brand created by Amazon.com. I was skeptical about the brand and did some research about the manufacturing. What I discovered was a big surprise - this comforter is manufactured by DownLite. I went to DownLite's website and discovered that DownLite actually manufacture the majority of PrimaLoft bed products, including brands such as the Company Store, Eddie Bauer, Bloomingdales, Macy's, and for major hotels. I also went to PrimaLoft's website, and realized 80%-90% of the brands they list there are manufactured by DownLite. So my conclustion was I'm pretty much getting similar product, the only difference is different brands stick on the comforter and quality requirement by the brands. After all these good surprises, I ordered the comforter. When I received it, it seemed thin just like many reviewers described. I wasn't sure if it would be warm enough for New York winter. Initially I tried it on without duvet cover and I could feel breeze coming through. It was warm but not warm enough. So I decided to try it on with the duvet cover - it made a world's difference! With the duvet cover, this comforter became very warm ( I guess the cover insulated the breeze). I was very satisfied. I used the comforter for a week now. I haven't washed it or used it long enough to know how it will stand over time, but so far I'm very happy with this purchase. I hope this review with all the background will help you making your decisions.