You can choose to have either side against your skin, and it’s lovely and warm even when switched off – you won't need to bundle up in the best thermals for women when you're wrapped up in this. There's also a heat safe function for added peace of mind, making it a great option for the whole family to snuggle under.

Made of 100 percent polyester, the Grey electric blanket presents a soft surface that is smooth and soothing to the touch. The ultra-soft micro-fleece throw is luxurious and cosy, perfect for relaxing on the sofa in a winter evening. They're a little similar to the best electric blankets, but while those are predominantly used as bedding, heated throws are more decorative and you can cosy up under them on the sofa.Tried and tested by many a chilly Mumsnetter, Dreamland have proven themselves consistent frontrunners when it comes to reliable, long-lasting heated throw blankets. There is quite a big difference in how snuggly each one is and underwires are more noticeable in some of them. As the cold weather starts to bite, thoughts turn to when we’re going to crack and put the heating on for the first time. There are nine heat settings and time timer settings, meaning you can find the perfect combo for you. A heated throw should be decorative and practical, whereas an electric blanket has a distinctly utilitarian look.

If you prefer the snug feeling of fleece material, this Morphy Richards Fleece Mattress Cover provides luxurious comfort and warmth, with the added bonus of extra foot warmth. You can see exactly what you’ve set by looking at the LED display and it’ll tell you whether the number you’re looking at corresponds to the heat or the timer. My wife has back problems and fibromyalgia and this soft fluffy blanket is every bit as good as people say it is.If you’re after a mattress protector-style electric blanket then the Dreamland snowed in would be our pick – it’s well-made, comes with dual controls and is easy to use.

As well as keeping your feet nice and toasty, heated blankets can also help with arthritis, sciatica, other types of pain conditions and inflammation. As part of our test, we washed and tumbled dried each of the blankets five times after testing, and then conducted a full electricity safety test. If you're on the lookout for a simple to use and budget-friendly under blanket, this one from CosiHome ticks all the boxes.Heated throw blankets emit heat via coil wires that provide a steady source of warmth when plugged into an electrical outlet. This velvety, soft-as-a-baby-bunny throw comes in a gorgeous inky navy that looks super high-end and we loved the herringbone stitching on it too.