If you're still unsure, look out for the BEAB approval safety features, which means, if used correctly, your new heated blanket won't cause the house to go up in flames. First, almost all electric blankets have 10 heat settings and automatic shutoff after around 8 to 10 hours. We felt toasty under this blanket and liked that there were so many heat options so we could be like Goldilocks and find the temperature that was just right. Any blankets where the wires were too bulky or the fabric too itchy were discounted from this round-up.

During testing, we didn’t notice any cold patches and our co-tester appreciated that they didn’t need to have their side switched on as the dual controls allow each side of the blanket to be adjusted independently. They’re perfect for snuggling up on the sofa under, or having across your lap during the day whether you’re working or relaxing. If your mum instilled the fear of an early demise by means of an electric blanket left on overnight, you're not alone.

Our team of product experts thoroughly vet every product we recommend to help you cut through the clutter and find what you need. In testing its reversibility, we found that the heat is more noticeable when the velvet side is facing down: The sherpa is so thick that it blocks some of the warmth from reaching you. Additionally, while the blanket does deliver a range of heat, we were expecting more of a difference between the lowest and highest settings. Are there more essential items for your home to spend your money on like bath towels/ mattresses/ dinnerware?

This blanket also costs around 1p to warm your bed (if you use it for two hours on the low setting). The Sunbeam Cozy Feet does several things very well, starting with producing consistent, distributed heat throughout the entire blanket. These plug into the mains more often than not (although there are some battery-operated ones) and warm you up as you lie under them. If your feet are often chilled, an electric blanket helps warm up faster and stay warm more effectively than throwing a pair of socks on in bed. With that in mind, here’s what you need to know about electric blankets to make an informed purchase.

They’re listed in big bold letters in the instructions, but the blankets themselves also sport a big patch with important safety guidelines—and it can’t be removed. Made with super-soft fleece fabric cut into an oversized silhouette with long cuffed sleeves and a large hood, our Snuddies are set to keep you warm and cosy as you nest infront of the TV or WFH (yes we know, we won’t tell). We loved this under blanket not just for the warmth factor, but also because you couldn’t feel the wires at all under the Sherpa fabric.

While soft and cozy, it doesn’t offer the fancier features of our top pick, like separate heating zones for feet. Modern electric blankets are designed with safety systems such as auto shut-off after a set period of use, which means you won’t have to worry about fire hazards if you leave it unattended. The edges of the blanket are rolled, so the seams feel as soft and fuzzy as the rest of the blanket. Ideal for packing in your suitcase or taking to sleepovers, our latest adults and kids Snuddies are provided with their own zip-up pouch so they can be easily folded up and carried safe and securely. Keep your toes toasty with this top performer for foot warmth; this heat zone reached a cosy temperature that was notably warmer than the rest of the under-blanket.If you and your partner prefer different sleeping temperatures, try an electric blanket with dual controls.

Not only does it look great – and highly inviting – draped over the corner of a sofa, the LED controls offer six temperature settings and three auto shut-off timers – one, three or nine hours. Yet even in these larger models, the Cozy Feet only uses one power cord, which isn’t true of all heated blankets this size. You’ll also want to stop using your blanket if there are any signs of fraying or loose wires or other damage. Unlike a heating pad, electric blankets don’t have a “cover”—the wires are integrated directly into the fabric, and they can’t be removed. Warm, soft and super huggable, you’ll adore seeing your mini me sink into this oversized blanket hoodie.

Between tests, we removed the electric blanket and tested the bed with an IR thermometer to ensure that its temperature dropped back down to match the temperature of the room it was in. The foot zone can be set higher than the rest of the blanket, resulting in a noticeably warmer foot pocket. Ease of use and durability were also important, as was easy care – could we machine wash them if spillages occurred?