The word “featherbed” conjures a luxurious and ultra-soft vibe. If you’re looking to bring that energy to your bed, the Parachute Down mattress topper could be a good option for you. This topper is filled with all natural European white down and feathers to create a plush and cozy feel.
In this review, I’ll go over what the topper is made of, how it feels, and who it is best suited for. If you just want the highlights, you can skip ahead for a review summary. Otherwise, let’s get into it.
This mattress topper has two layers of down and feathers, creating an especially plush sleeping experience.
Parachute Down Mattress Topper
Sleepopolis Score
4.30 / 5
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Who is the Parachute Down Mattress Topper Best For?
There are many factors that might determine whether a mattress topper is a good fit for you, such as your primary sleeping position, body type, feel preferences, and more. Let’s go over who I think should and shouldn’t try the Parachute Down mattress topper.
Who I recommend the Parachute Down mattress topper for
- Sleepers who love a soft, fluffy, and cloud-like feel should love this down topper. The down is ultra-soft, making for a cozy sleeping experience.
- Hot sleepers should appreciate how the natural materials used in this topper allow for lots of breathability.
- Shoppers looking to upgrade their bed without drastically changing the firmness should appreciate how this topper adds a plush, luxurious feel to a bed without making the whole bed feel too soft.
Who I don’t recommend the Parachute Down mattress topper for
- Side sleepers looking for body contouring and pressure relief on the shoulders and hips might not get what they are looking for in this topper. I would recommend a memory foam mattress topper instead.
- Shoppers looking to make their bed feel firmer will not find what they are looking for with the Parachute Down topper. I would recommend a latex mattress topper instead.
- Shoppers who want a vegan mattress topper should steer clear of this topper. Filled with down and feathers, this topper includes animal products. Sleepers with allergies may also want to consider another topper. Both groups should look into down-alternative mattress toppers, which emulate the feel of down using other materials.
See our best mattress toppers page with our top picks for more options.
What is the Parachute Down Mattress Topper Made Of?
Mattress toppers can be made with a wide variety of materials. The materials used will determine how the topper feels, whether it is cooling, the durability, and more, so it’s important to assess them closely before purchasing. Let’s go over what the Parachute Down mattress topper is made of.
Cover: The Parachute Down mattress topper features a 100 percent cotton cover. The cotton is made with a sateen weave, which offers a smooth and silky feel.
Fill: The Parachute Down topper’s fill is divided into two chambers. The upper chamber is filled with European white down and the bottom chamber is filled with normal waterfowl feathers. Down is used in the top because the feathers are ultra-soft, fluffy, and spineless. The Parachute Down topper has a fill power of 550.
Fill power measures the amount of space one ounce of down occupies in cubic inches and a higher fill power indicates better quality and fluffiness.
When you place the topper on your bed, it’s important to ensure you have it properly oriented, since the down is in the top layer. If you have the topper upside down, you’ll be sleeping on the less-soft feathers.
This topper is available in six sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, and California king sizes. I tested the queen size for this review.
Additionally, this topper is three inches tall and utilizes a baffle box construction to ensure the down and feather fill stays evenly distributed throughout the topper. This means it has a stitched grid across the topper that creates pockets of fill, separated by the stitching. Each pocket contains some fill, so it can’t bunch up on one side of the topper.
How Does the Parachute Down Mattress Topper Feel
I personally tested the Parachute Down mattress topper to get a sense of how it feels. Overall, I really enjoyed lying on this topper. It felt like lying on a soft, marshmallowy cloud. I could feel myself sinking into the three inches of soft down and feathers, but I still felt somewhat elevated and didn’t sink all the way through. All in all, it felt like a pretty luxurious sleep experience.
Now let’s go over what this topper feels like on different mattresses:
Soft: Normally I don’t think soft, cushioning mattress toppers are worth adding to an already-soft mattress, but I think the Parachute Down topper could work well on a soft mattress. It adds that down-featherbed feel to the top of the bed, but won’t make the bed feel overly doughy, like adding a soft memory foam mattress topper to a soft mattress might.
Medium-firm: Adding the Parachute Down topper to a medium-firm mattress provides a cozy, fluffy, and soft top layer over the supportive bed below. I don’t think this topper provides enough pressure relief for side sleepers who need a lot of cushion padding around their shoulders and hips, but I think this will work well for those with a medium-firm bed who want a plusher feel while still feeling supported.
Firm: Like with the medium-firm bed, I don’t think adding the Parachute Down mattress topper will make a firm mattress offer significantly more pressure relief or contouring, but rather add a plush comfort layer over the supportive, firm bed below. I think this is a great option for sleepers who need a lot of support — such as heavy sleepers, who weigh 250 pounds or more — but don’t love the feel of a too-firm mattress surface.
Parachute Down Mattress Topper Sizes and Prices
Price is an important consideration when shopping for a mattress topper, so here is a breakdown of prices for the Parachute Down mattress topper, by size.
Prices listed will be before discount or offer for each size. To get our best deal, click one of the coupons throughout this article.
| Size | Dimensions | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Twin | 39″ x 75″ | $289 |
| Twin XL | 39″ x 80″ | $289 |
| Full | 54″ x 75″ | $379 |
| Queen | 60″ x 80″ | $379 |
| King | 76″ x 80″ | $419 |
| California King | 72″ x 84″ | $419 |
Parachute Down Mattress Topper
This mattress topper has two layers of down and feathers, creating an especially plush sleeping experience.
Sleepopolis Score
4.30 / 5
Read Full Review
My Verdict on the Parachute Down Mattress Topper
I found the Parachute Down mattress topper to be very comfortable — it adds a soft, plush, and cloud-like comfort layer to the top of your mattress without radically altering the firmness of the bed. It’s a bit like adding a pillow top layer, but more marshmallowy. I really enjoyed how I sank into the soft down of this topper — it felt so luxurious. It’s almost like sleeping on top of a thick, fluffy duvet.
I think this topper could work well for both back sleepers and side sleepers, although I would caution side sleepers that it won’t offer quite as much pressure relief as body-contouring memory foam will on pressure points, like shoulders and hips. (See our best memory foam mattress toppers for options that cradle those pressure points.) I think this topper could work for some stomach sleepers, as long as they have a fairly firm bed underneath. Stomach sleepers need firm support to keep their hips from sinking into their bed, causing lower back pain.
The Parachute Down topper should be a decent option for hot sleepers, as the cotton shell, down fill, and feather fill are all very breathable, allowing for lots of airflow. However, they should keep in mind that down is very insulating, so this topper will keep you fairly warm.
One con I had for this topper is I wish it had straps or a skirt to attach it securely to the mattress. This topper simply rests on top of your bed — and while a fitted sheet should hold it in place, I think it will shift around easily since it isn’t secured. Additionally, this topper isn’t machine washable nor does it feature a washable cover. It must be dry cleaned, which can be a hassle.
Parachute Down Mattress Topper
This mattress topper has two layers of down and feathers, creating an especially plush sleeping experience.
Sleepopolis Score
4.30 / 5
Read Full Review
Parachute Down Mattress Topper Brand Policies and FAQs
Does Parachute Down mattress topper come with a warranty?
Yes, the Parachute Down mattress topper is covered by a 3-year warranty.
Does Parachute Down mattress topper have a trial period?
Parachute offers 60-day free returns. If you decide to return, you will receive a full refund to the original form of payment.
How does the Parachute Down mattress topper ship?
Parachute ships for free to all 50 U.S. states. They also ship to Canada.
Is the Parachute Down mattress topper easy to clean?
The Parachute Down mattress topper is dry clean only.
Is down hypoallergenic?
No, down is not hypoallergenic. Some down is treated to be antimicrobial, but generally because it is a natural material, down can attract dust mites and other allergens that may irritate sleepers with allergies.
Is a mattress topper the same as a mattress pad?
No, these are two distinct products. The basic difference is a mattress pad tends to be very thin and doesn’t change the feel of a bed significantly. Mattress pads are like a fitted sheet with a thin comfort layer. Mattress toppers tend to be much thicker and offer a change in the overall feel of the bed. Learn more in our mattress pad vs mattress protector vs mattress topper explainer.
Should I get a mattress topper or a new mattress?
Mattress toppers offer a great way to refresh an old mattress or change up the feel of a mattress you don’t love. They are generally less expensive than buying a whole new mattress, so it can be a good budget option if you aren’t financially ready to buy a mattress. However, if your mattress is 10 years old or older, or if it has significant damage or indentations, we recommend buying a new one. Take a look at our best mattress page to see some good options.
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