8 best dressing gowns you’ll want to put on as soon as you get home

Score: 94/100

There’s nothing like a fluffy dressing gown to warm you up on colder evenings. But in summer, we want something that will provide comfort without weighing us down. This “lovely lightweight dressing gown” is the perfect solution, according to one of our testers. It’s made from a jersey waffle material, which strikes the perfect balance between warm and cosy and loose and breathable.

It also has a large hood (perfect for helping to towel dry your hair on wash day), and big pockets that are useful for storing your phone or transporting biscuits on the tea run.

You can choose between stylish white or mint colourways, and they retained their colour in our wash tests. There was also minimal shrinkage. The only area it dropped points on was for fit, as it was a little snug for our testers with larger boobs. We’d suggest sizing up if that’s a concern.

Score: 91/100

This snug bathrobe is the ultimate post-bath attire. It’s a weighty one, but it feels “high-quality and luxurious,” according to our panel. It’s made from cotton and bamboo viscose, which the brand says is responsibly sourced and won’t pill – a claim that proved true in testing as there was zero bobbling after five washes. However, if you’re not satisfied with it for any reason, it also comes with a two-year warranty.

Foundation stains also lifted easily, making it a great gown for getting ready in.

Score: 90/100

Comfort is the raison d'être for homeware brand, Hampton and Astley, and that extends to its sleepwear range. This robe is made from the brand’s bespoke thick-pile fabric, with a tightly woven fibre for maximum absorbency. The neatly stitched pockets and detachable belt are nice additions, as well as the little embroidered deer logo.

It’s made with 100% cotton, and Zero Twist technology, which makes it super soft. The fit does come up a little large as it’s a unisex robe, which some of our testers liked; others didn’t. We recommend sizing down if you prefer a closer fit, or to avoid your partner pinching it.

Score: 88/100

Waste no time and step out of your blissful bubble bath straight into this extra-cosy bathrobe from Soak & Sleep. It’s made from a plush, soft, Turkish cotton, which means the fibres are combed before spinning, resulting in an extra soft-to-touch feel. It’s the perfect way to extend your zen, post-soak.

The long belt keeps it securely in place, and the well-positioned pockets are convenient for stashing your phone and snacks in. The shawl collar looks great and adds an extra layer of comfort, too.

Though some panel members thought it could be a little more absorbent, one tester said it was “hard to find much wrong with this robe”.

Score: 87/100

Everything about The White Company gives a luxury, five-star hotel vibe, including its gorgeously soft and fluffy towels, which scored an impressive 90/100 on our best bath towels test. With such glowing reviews, it was only right that we also put the brand’s bathrobe, which is made from that same hydrocotton fabric, through its paces.

Our testers loved the cosy and comfortable finish, which they enjoyed slipping into straight out of the shower. It also wasn’t affected by multiple washes, with minimum shrinkage. So, you don’t need to worry when the bright white sleeve inevitably ends up in your breakfast, or if the neckline becomes a little tinged from your makeup.

Its oversized, longer-length design did divide opinion – some felt it added to their comfort levels, but others found it slightly too big, especially if they were of a petite build. Overall, though, it kept our testers warm and cosy. We recommend adding a matching pair of pyjamas to complete the look.

Score: 85/100

We love the wide range of colours and patterns this Chelsea Peers dressing gown comes in, which means you’ll certainly stand out from the crowd, even if is just within the confines of your living room. We’re big fans of the sage colourway, if anyone’s asking.

It did suffer from some colour fading by the fifth wash test, but this won’t be an issue if you opt for a classic white or are extra careful when tucking into your bowl of tomato pasta on the sofa. Despite this, it still scored well for design overall. “It’s not flash, and fairly demure in design but shouts quality”, said one tester.

Score: 84/100

Looking to add a little something special to your evening wind down routine? This is the bathrobe for you, according to our testers. It made them feel like they were in a fancy spa, but in the comfort of their own home. We recommend wearing it while using one of our best foot spas or best facial steamers, for the ultimate pamper session.

At under £45, this good-quality robe comes at a great price too.

Score: 81/00

For days when it's just too much to use a towel when you get out of the shower, this bathrobe is “nice to slip into if you’re feeling lazy”, according to one chilled-out tester. The added hood helped to dry wet hair, although one person said it could have been bigger.

Hood aside, it scored well for fit, with testers liking that they didn’t have to turn up the cuffs or deal with any excess material. Plus, if you become particularly emotionally attached to this bathrobe, it’s compact enough to slip into your weekend bag. One of our panellists said she packed it for a spa weekend, without it taking up too much room.