The best electric blankets and heating blankets tested to keep you warm and comfortable

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If you don’t want to turn your central heating up to save money on your energy bills, we’re here to hear what you have to say. In addition to providing warmth, the best electric blankets are also a great way to keep warm at home while saving money on your energy bill.

They cost around 1-3p an hour to run, and many are designed to slide between you sheet Provides consistent, even heat while you sleep. Others feature cozy heated throws with a faux fur finish, perfect for cozying up on the couch.

You have several options to choose from. To help you decide, I bravely tested a range of heated bedding, blankets, and even best weightedand through real-world use. I timed the warm-up time and measured the maximum temperature and consistency with a laser thermometer. Most importantly, I evaluated comfort, checked for bumpy wiring or cold spots, and evaluated ease of control, washability, and overall value.

This year’s lineup spans classics Mattress Warmer and smarter mattress protector and generously sized throws to truly complement your living space. If you’re cutting back on your heating bills or just want to sleep more comfortably, Sleepdown Elegant and Warm Luxury Heated Blanket is the most prominent, but there are a few other options worth considering as well.

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The best electric blankets of 2026 are:

Best Overall – Slumberdown Elegant Warm Luxury Heated Blanket: £53, Slumberdown.co.uk
Best budget option – Silentnight Hotel Collection Double Electric Blanket: £36, Argos.co.uk
The best faux fur options – Dreamland hygge days luxury faux fur thermal blanket: £130, Dreamlanduk.co.uk

how i tested

I used a stopwatch and thermometer to see how quickly these blankets reached their maximum temperature (Caroline Preece/The Independent)

I tested each blanket and threw it at home under (as much as possible) the same conditions. I measured the warm-up time for each product over 10 minutes using a stopwatch and thermometer and recorded the surface temperature. Scroll to the end of this guide to read my complete testing criteria.