With energy prices at all time high, reducing the amount of energy we use has never been as important as now. However it’s still important to keep warm during the colder winter months, without having to worry about our energy bills. I have to say, I’m already dreading the energy price cap increase in April, which Ofgem has announced. Unfortunately there are no 1p per hour electric heaters, but thankfully there are very economical alternatives. The cheaper heating option would be an electric blanket or a heated throw. Based on my electric price 6 year ago, it only cost me 1.8 pence per hour on the highest heat setting (5). Since I mainly used heated blanket on heat setting 3, I’m guessing it uses about 70 watts per hour. Based on this estimation it would have cost me about 0.875p per hour. So for 9 hours of use at heat level 3 it would have cost me approximately 7.9 pence.

Dreamland Relaxwell Deluxe Faux Fur Heated Throw, Husky

Dreamland says: “All Dreamland blankets are extremely low to run, and cost from as little as 1p per night. So it’s worth investing in an electric blanket and turning your central heating off”. Of course it also depends on the cost of electricity our energy supplier is charging us per unit. About 6 years ago, when I bought the Dreamland Relaxwell Luxury Heated Throw, my electricity cost me only 12.5p per kwh. However today my electric cost me 20.49p per kWh.

Aesthetically, it has a discreet, inoffensive style and the range of colours Dreamland offer means you can at least tie it in with your decor scheme. It’s a tad heavier than your average plush throw but if anything this makes it feel cosier and warmer. Now based on my current electricity cost at 20.49p per kWh, it cost me 3p per hour on the highest heat setting, 5. On heat level 3 it currently costs me about 1.43 pence per hour. Therefore for 9 hours of use on level 3 heat setting, it’s costing me approximately 13p. Dreamland's best-selling throw offers the ultimate in luxury, perfect for relaxing on the sofa while being cocooned in warmth under the heated throw. It's great for taking the chill away, providing comfort when you're feeling under the weather, or simply in need of some warmth and relaxation. This versatile throw is ideal as a gift and a must-have addition to any student's essentials for university. It's perfect for snuggling under while studying or unwinding. With one point available for each of the bolded elements above, I score the Relaxwell heated throw 3/4 for product feel and style. Product care

Throws – DreamlandUK Overblanket/ Throws – DreamlandUK

The heated wires within the throw are barely noticeable and they’re very thin and bendy so they don’t feel cumbersome. My daughter has taken the Dreamland Relaxwell Luxury Heated Throw to keep herself warm during the cold nights. Hence I’ve just bought myself a king sized Dreamland Harmony Super Soft Heated Electric Overblanket. I was very impressed with the heated throw from Dreamland as it is still working perfectly fine after 6 years of use and is still saving me so much money. I’ve invested in the king sized electric blanket for my bedroom, as I expect it to perform as well as the heated throw.Once the temperature and timer control is unplugged, the Relaxwell heated throw can be popped in the washing machine and can also be tumble dried, a handy factor, especially for family homes and pet owners. With fours points available for overall value for money, I score the Relaxwell heated throw 4/4 for value for money. Final score The Relaxwell heated throw comes in a clear plastic storage bag and has an easy-to-read instruction manual. Even without guidance, it’s pretty straightforward to plug in and get going with it. It feels just like a normal plush throw, super snuggly, and the heat-up wires within are barely noticeable.