It’s also potentially the most cost-effective of the lot, with Silentnight claiming this costs just 1p in electricity to heat up your bed. It's very responsive with six illuminated temperature settings so you can see at a glance how warm the blanket is. We also liked the fact it switched off automatically after three hours, so you could sling it on over your duvet if you prefer. This, of course, is the most crucial question as the price of energy soars and the general cost of living increases. The cost of running an electric blanket varies, depending on which heat setting you use (some blankets have up to nine different heat settings).

If that feels a little too warm, you can turn the blanket over to the cooler polyester side so it functions more like an alternative mattress protector.The electric blanket has Intelliheat patented technology which Dreamland say will monitor and adapt to your body’s temperature throughout the night and we didn’t feel we got over-hot when it was switched on, but stayed perfectly toasty. The remote controls feel high quality, and function-wise, there are a ton of functions: dual control, separate zones for the body and feet, nine heat settings and four timer settings. EXTRA LARGE & WARM: Large enough for 2 adults, this 160x130cm heated throw blanket allows you and another person (or alone) to wrap yourselves up and stay warm and is even large enough to cover your feet. Integrated heating elements woven into the soft-touch fabric deliver consistent consistent and efficient heat, perfect for relaxing or soothing aching muscles and joints. How much money one costs to run depends on a number of factors, including what setting you have it on for, what its wattage is and what the current rate for electricity is. Washing machine-proof electric heating blanket. Electric blanket can be washed by hand or machine if you unplug it and remove the detachable control unit before cleaning. Please wash it with water under 30 °C according to the instructions in the user manual. It is recommended to air dry the blanket and wait until it is completely dry before next use.

Silentnight Comfort Control Electric Blanket

We used each blanket as specified, as an under-blanket on the best mattress or as a throw over our best duvet or to snuggle with on the sofa - and judged whether we noticed a real improvement using it. For each blanket, we looked at the following factors: It’s not bad, but if you’re after a budget option, we found better at similar (or better) prices, such as Dunelm’s Cosy & Warm blanket. Integrated corner ties attached to allow for secure fitting of the heated blanket Advanced overheat protection and auto shut off for your safety and peace of mind. Pros: Dual control, tactile control buttons, stays warm for a while, overheat protection and safe for all-night use

It’s simple but effective, heating up in about 30 minutes and staying warm until we’d dropped off to sleep, and we liked the raised marking on the controls (useful for when fumbling in the dark to switch it off). Electric blankets may help you save money on your gas bill by heating just your bed instead of the whole bedroom. As the sort of people who get chilly on summer days, we were very well qualified to put the best electric blankets to the test, as vigorously as how we test pillows and other items of bedding. We tested all of them in our own home, without the heating over days when we were feeling the cold.Warmth: Did it make a real difference to how we felt when we first got into bed or sat on the sofa in a chilly room? Was the heat distributed evenly? Safety features: Did it have an auto shut-off in case we forgot to switch it off or hadn't set another timer? They are particularly useful for anyone who feels the cold but has a partner who doesn't, as long as you choose a blanket with dual controls. Though even the best electric blankets can't replace heating as they won't warm the wider atmosphere, they are also one of the most cost-efficient ways to warm up if the heating is not on or if you're looking for a boost as you get into bed. Electric blankets should also be replaced if the fabric is worn or frayed, wires are poking through or the electrical cord is damaged, say the London Fire Brigade. Can you wash an electric blanket?