Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel vs Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet
Both made our Best Blackout Curtains for Bright Bedrooms shortlist, at #1 and #3. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel if you want thermaback backing blocks nearly all direct light through the fabric itself. Choose the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel if you'd rather have highest ratings volume of any panel in this entire category, budget or premium. Overall we rank the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Blackout Curtains for Bright Bedrooms list.
Winner overall: Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel
Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel vs Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 4 in Best Blackout Curtains for Bright Bedrooms | #3 of 4 in Best Blackout Curtains for Bright Bedrooms |
| Pick label | Best overall | |
| Brand | Eclipse | Sun Zero |
| Key features | 52 x 84 inch single panel, grommet top; Thermaback triple-weave blackout backing; Blocks 98% to 99.9% of light | 40 x 63 inch single panel, grommet top, typically under $15; Blocks up to 90% of light; Lab-tested to reduce outside noise by 25% |
| Biggest strength | Thermaback backing blocks nearly all direct light through the fabric itself | Highest ratings volume of any panel in this entire category, budget or premium |
| Main trade-off | Sold as a single panel, so covering a standard window with two panels costs double the sticker price | 90% blocking is a real step down from premium laminated panels at 98%+ |
| Best for | shift workers | Most buyers |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Best overall
Choose the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel if…
- Thermaback backing blocks nearly all direct light through the fabric itself
- Sold per panel so a wide window can be covered exactly without buying an oversized pair
- Noticeably dims a bedroom even against strong midday sun
Best for: shift workers
Prefer the alternative? See the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel section.
#3 pick
Choose the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel if…
- Highest ratings volume of any panel in this entire category, budget or premium
- Two panels together still cost less than most single premium panels
- Genuinely reduces noise and heat, not just light
Prefer the alternative? See the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel section.
Pros and cons of each
Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel
Pros
- Thermaback backing blocks nearly all direct light through the fabric itself
- Sold per panel so a wide window can be covered exactly without buying an oversized pair
- Noticeably dims a bedroom even against strong midday sun
Cons
- Sold as a single panel, so covering a standard window with two panels costs double the sticker price
- Stiffer hand-feel than fabric-only blackout curtains
Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel
Pros
- Highest ratings volume of any panel in this entire category, budget or premium
- Two panels together still cost less than most single premium panels
- Genuinely reduces noise and heat, not just light
Cons
- 90% blocking is a real step down from premium laminated panels at 98%+
- 40-inch width means most windows need at least two panels for full coverage
Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel vs Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel: common questions
Which is better, the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel or the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel?
Choose the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel if you want thermaback backing blocks nearly all direct light through the fabric itself. Choose the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel if you'd rather have highest ratings volume of any panel in this entire category, budget or premium. Overall we rank the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Blackout Curtains for Bright Bedrooms list.
What is the difference between the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel and the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel?
The Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel stands out because thermaback backing blocks nearly all direct light through the fabric itself, while the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel stands out because highest ratings volume of any panel in this entire category, budget or premium. The trade-offs differ too: the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel's main caveat is that sold as a single panel, so covering a standard window with two panels costs double the sticker price, and the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel's is that 90% blocking is a real step down from premium laminated panels at 98%+.
Is the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel worth it over the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel instead if sold as a single panel, so covering a standard window with two panels costs double the sticker price is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel instead of the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel?
The Sun Zero Easton Blackout Grommet Curtain Panel suits buyers whose priorities match its strengths, while the Eclipse Palisade Blackout Curtain Panel is best for shift workers.