While, costing just 1p to heat the bed, Aldi's selection of electric blankets can also help save money on energy bills. Relax, as this electric blanket from Snuggledown has low energy consumption too: costing the same to run as a 100-watt lightbulb, it’s an efficient way to be comfortably cosy at bedtime without heating the rest of the house. You can even control your own side of the bed: this heated blanket comes with dual digital controllers for ultimate personalisation. for three hours while our winning blanket costs a similar amount for eight hours – but it was the most energy efficient throw we tried. There are three heat settings and an LED display on the controls, which allow you to easily see how warm your blanket is or is going to get.

Aside from the extra design features that make them wearable, these ponchos operate in an almost identical manner to electric throws, with a range of temperatures and a timer. While testing, we found big differences in how quickly and evenly electric blankets and heated throws heat up, how much energy they use and how quickly they change temperature when you make an adjustment. You can stay warm and snug even when you nip from the sofa to the kitchen for another mug of hot chocolate. With 10 heat settings and 10 timing options, plus easy-to-use controls, the Slumberdown elegantly warm luxury heated throw was a no-brainer when it came to picking a best overall for this round-up. There are single controls with three heat settings, meaning, if you share a bed, you both need to like having it at the same temperature.Quickly Heat Up】This heating blanket can be heated quickly and the heat is even, the heating speed is fast. First, would you rather have a blanket that you layer underneath your bedsheets or one you throw on top like a regular blanket? Relax, as this blanket has low energy consumption as well as a safety system with timer and auto shut off.

Whether you’re watching tv on the sofa, curled up to read a book, or even chilly whilst working at your desk, choose this premium heated throw for a low-cost option to heat yourself rather than your whole home, day, or night.It is quite bulky, though – the well-spread-out wires make sure there are no cold patches but you can definitely feel all the cables, and it’s quite heavy to lug around. Passionate about finding the best home products and appliances for our readers, she has tested everything from blenders to pizza ovens.

Those with dual controls will let you adjust the settings during the night without disturbing your partner. WASHABLE: The controller and cord are detachable so the poncho can be washed on a machine's delicate or handwash setting. It's perfect for double size beds and the sofa, whether you are by yourself or snuggling up with your partner.It’s also one of the priciest throws on our list, but it should start warming you up within ten minutes and it used just over one pence of electricity per hour on its lowest setting, making it cost effective to run. The Dual Control Dreamland Electric Blanket even has two heated sections with individual controls if you and your partner want to select different temperatures.

Find your nearest electrical recycling point, or read our guide on how to donate or dispose of your appliances and tech for extra guidance. Any risk posed by electric blankets tends to come from disreputable online sellers, or old blankets that have become worn and unsafe.Browse the range of functions available, including options that record the last reading so you can easily compare any changes in temperature. And no matter how long you have the heating on before you go up to bed, you just can’t seem to get the bed cosy and warm. Now you'll have the freedom to live your life pain free, have more fun with your grandkids and you'll even sleep better, because there'll be no more tossing and turning. A heated blanket is perfect for keeping warm whether you’re watching TV on the sofa, curled up to read a book, or even chilly whilst working at your desk.