Top 5 blackout curtains reviewed and ranked.
Amazon Basics Room Darkening Blackout is our top pick for blackout curtains — an averaged 4.6/5 across 1 published review at about $35. Runner-up: NICETOWN Contemporary Lined Blackout (~$42).
| # | Product | Rating | Price | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4.6 (1 source) | $35 | shift workers and night-shift sleepers wanting maximum light block on a budget | $35 · Check Price on Amazon | |
| 2 | 4.6 (1 source) | $42 | bedrooms where aesthetics matter alongside blackout | $42 · Check Price on Amazon | |
| 3 | 4.5 (1 source) | $50 | bedrooms near streets or appliances where noise + heat matter | $50 · Check Price on Amazon | |
| 4 | 4.4 (1 source) | $40 | renters who can't drill grommet rod into walls | $40 · Check Price on Amazon | |
| 5 | 4.4 (1 source) | $55 | buyers wanting hotel-grade fabric weight | $55 · Check Price on Amazon |
The Amazon Basics is the best-overall pick — lab-tested as the best light-blocker at $35 per panel.
The NICETOWN Contemporary Lined is the premium-look pick — only curtain to pass full flashlight test in editorial evaluation.
The Sun Zero Barrow is the energy + noise pick — Energy Star certified for thermal performance, also dampens outside noise.
The Eclipse Fresno is the budget thermal pick — Eclipse brand thermaback at $40 per panel.
The Best Home Fashion Premium is the heavy-fabric pick — 200 GSM panels with soft hand feel. Best for buyers prioritizing fabric quality.
| Spec | Amazon Basics Room Darkening Blackout | NICETOWN Contemporary Lined Blackout | Sun Zero Barrow | Eclipse Fresno | Best Home Fashion Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Polyester | — | Heavy polyester | Polyester thermaback | Polyester |
| Top | Grommet | Grommet | Rod pocket + back tabs | Rod pocket | — |
| Lining | — | Yes | — | — | Extra-thick |