‘This is an amazing electric blanket. Even on the lowest setting, it has been enough to stay warm without putting the heating on’
If you’re one of those people determined not to switch the heating on (yet), there are some affordable solutions for heating smaller areas without the high costs, especially if you follow the rule of heating the person, not the house.
Amazon customers have praised the MONHOUSE Heated Throw Blanket, £49.99, as perfect for staying warm and cosy during those cold nights and offers a range of features to suit your preferences. Made from ultra-soft, silky flannel on both sides, the blanket not only feels luxurious but also ensures that the warmth is evenly distributed, meaning no cold spots if you need to adjust.
In reviews, buyers have praised how the product feels, with one person even raving they “don’t know how they lived without it.” It’s available in various colourways and has adjustable heat settings, with nine different levels to choose from.
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The digital controller is easy to use, allowing for quick adjustments to the blanket to suit your comfort. Additionally, the blanket comes with a programmable timer function that can be set for up to nine hours, as well as an auto-shutoff feature.
Shoppers also love the size of the heated throw, which is large enough to provide full-body coverage, making it perfect for snuggling up on the sofa or in bed. Its generous size also means (if you want to) it’s easy to share with someone else.
One person shared in a gleeful review: “This is an amazing electric blanket. Even on the lowest setting, it has been enough to stay warm without putting the heating on. I chose a double bed size for my sofa – so lots of coverage and my cat is pretty smitten too.”
A second shopper said: “I’m not one who usually leaves reviews but this is too amazing not to speak about. It’s a total fluff cocoon of extreme proportions, with the cold weather coming in I figured it’d be a great impulse buy and haven’t been disappointed.
“It’s quick to warm up and very soft to the touch. Sitting here right now I’m not sure where the fluffy warmth ends and I begin.”
A third buyer quipped: “I love this throw, I got a double and it’s very big. It heats up quickly and l think it’s cheap to run, roughly about 3p per hour.”
However, some customers shared that after a while, it seemed their blankets were warming up a little less than they were initially. One person said: “Overall, it’s a lovely heated blanket, but one problem I’ve faced is it doesn’t heat up evenly.” Others found that the durability of the product was not as they expected pointing out that after a year it no longer worked as expected.
Alternatively, Wowcher is selling a Sherpa Heated Blanket for £19.99 in its huge homeware sale, it’s lined with sherpa fleece for an uber-cosy feel. Boots has slashed £40 off the price of the Dreamland Intelliheat Faux Fur Warming Throw, which is now available for £89.99.
