Glamour star rating: 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (The digital controls are great, but you’ll need one of the best mattresses underneath it as there isn’t much/if any cushioning)
Best rated electric blanket
Spec:
- Size: 203cm x 182cm (super king)
- For use as? An underblanket
- Different temperature control settings: Nine
- Timers? 10 different settings with auto shut-off
- Fabric: Fleece and cotton
- Machine washable? Yes
Worried even a heated blanket isn’t enough to ward off the chill in your bones? With a luxurious fleece finish, this electric blanket is extra cozy, guaranteeing you a warm nights sleep. Plus, extra features like 10 temperature settings will have you sleeping like a baby.
Why we love it (stand-out features):
- The detachable controllers make it machine washable and it even won a Which? Best Buy Award
Glamour star rating: 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (it’s out of stock pretty much everywhere!)
Why do I need an electric blanket?
Are there more essential items for your home to spend your money on like bath towels/mattresses/a dinnerware set for isolated dining? Of course. But, winter is long and even spring nights have a chill in the air, so if you’re someone who feels the cold easily, you’ll use it more months than not.
One of the main advantages of using an electric blanket, as opposed to just upping the heating, is the cost. All of our finances could benefit from some help this year, and since electric blankets aren’t made to be left on all night (turning it off before lights off, so your body can cool down and prepare to sleep is best) means the short time you’ll run it will keep your electricity bills down overall.
Are electric blankets safe?
If your mum instilled the fear of an early demise by means of an electric blanket left on overnight, you’re not alone. But with new technology, these little warmth wonders are safer than ever. Modern versions come with a shut-off mechanism to keep it from overheating or catching fire phew. If you’re still unsure, look out for the BEAB approval, which means, if used correctly, your new heated blanket won’t cause the house to go up in flames.
Which electric blanket is best under or over?
It’s all about preference, really, but our advice would be to consider how you plan to use your blanket – are you hoping to use it on the sofa during the day and then as a throw blanket over your duvet come the nighttime? Yes? We’d recommend opting for an overblanket.
On the contrary, if you’re only looking for a blanket to keep you (or guests on your sofa bed) cosy when the heating goes off in the night, then an underblanket will be just the ticket!
What type of electric blanket should I buy?
The classic electric blanket sits between your mattress and bed sheets, like this Mylek Electric Blanket – perfect for climbing into a warm bed at night as you get ready for an optimal night’s sleep.
But if you find yourself getting chilly throughout the day – whether it’s as you work from home or spend weekends on the sofa – and your dad just won’t budge on the thermostat setting, a heated throw blanket (like this one) is what you need. Carry it around with you as you move from the sofa, to your desk, and into bed. You’ll forget it’s even winter outside.
How does the GLAMOUR star rating system work?
- 1/5 – Not one you’re likely to see in our guides, as we aim to curate a list of only the best products. That said, a 1/5 rating would mean the product fails on value for money, quality, performance and how consumers reviewed it.
- 2/5 – Again, not likely to be included in our buying guides, a 2/5 would mean the product is a let down across most factors, perhaps excelling in one field e.g. value for money.
- 3/5 – A 3/5 would mean the product is passable, perhaps a good choice if you’re on a more modest budget, but leaves room for improvement. For instance, this could be an electric blanket that is sherpa fleece lined, but isn’t suitable for a tumble dry to fluff it up.
- 4/5 – A 4/5 would mean the blanket is near perfect, with faults only small and easy to overlook. For instance, a heated throw that ticks all the boxes, but only has a single control.
- 5/5 – A 5/5 rating means the product, website and company are all perfect. We will never give a product a five-star rating if it has a single fault that we’re aware of, so look out for these, they’re rather rare!