It may be an investment, but it's one that pays in the long run: "I’ve recommended it to many of my friends who work from home already as a replacement for having their heating on during the day. I think it’s definitely worth it if you’re struggling to stay a comfortable temperature at home." Use around the home, living room, bedroom and great for outdoor living to wrap around you to take the chill away.

With the ongoing cost of living crisis and energy bills remaining high, finding ways to stay warm and comfortable at home without breaking the bank has become a priority for many. This is where the best electric blanket and heated throw can help, offering an affordable and energy-efficient solution for keeping warm and cosy in colder temperatures.

If you ever wondered how it feels to sleep on a cloud, we imagine this is the closest you’ll get. This wonderfully soft Mustard Heated Throw by Dreamland is just right for snuggling under on a chilly evening, and with its detailed Herringbone Pattern, looks super-stylish draped over the sofa too.

On unboxing the blanket, our tester was impressed, particularly with the size and the softness of the material. She found it was straightforward to get started too: "This was my first heated blanket, so I wasn’t 100% sure how to set it up. However, it was really easy and intuitive." There's also a handy timer setting for the heat too - you can choose between one, three or nine hours, and it will automatically shut off after this time. We think the one hour setting is ideal if you want to pop it on when you're sleepy, but are worried about it being left on if you do nod off. Design What's more, when you don't fancy being swaddled in warmth, it looks great on the sofa or bed too as a decorative throw so you can use it all year round.John Lewis plc, registered office: 171 Victoria Street, London SW1E 5NN. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Register no. 724309) for the purpose of introducing the credit provided by Creation Consumer Finance Ltd, registered office: Wellington Buildings, 2-4 Wellington Street, Belfast BT1 6HT. Sometimes we can be hesitant to wash something with an oh-so-cosy texture for fear of losing some of that softness. However, our tester had no issues at all when washing the blanket.

Our tester gave the Dreamland Deluxe Throw an impressive five-star rating. After five months of use, they're still using the blanket and love its softness, energy efficiency, and ease of use. Dreamland’s Hurry Home Deluxe Grey Velvet Herringbone Quilted Throw is super-soft and perfect to snuggle under, you will be warm and cosy in minutes thanks to the fast heat Intelliheat technology. Luxurious quilted velvet warming throw in Navy Blue, featuring a contemporary herringbone pattern perfect for solo snuggling or shared cocooning. And when you're not requiring the warmth and wellbeing benefits, it cleverly doubles up as a lavish living room accessory. 5 minute fast heat up, 6 temperature settings, auto shut off timer. It's machine washable and tumble dryer safe; simply detach the digital control. Comes with a reusable storage bag and 2 year guarantee. Energy saving, costing from only 1p to run. Dreamland’s Hurry Home Deluxe Emerald Green Velvet Herringbone Quilted Throw is super-soft and perfect to snuggle under, you will be warm and cosy in minutes thanks to the fast heat Intelliheat technology. The throw has an auto shut-off feature which can be set for 1, 3 or 9 hours, as well as an automatic safety function that constantly monitors its temperature when operating, so you can use it with complete peace of mind. Safe to use in the washing machine and tumble dryer (with the cord removed) so it stays super-soft and fresh, this cosy blanket can also be stowed in its handy storage bag to stop it getting dusty.

If you find yourself wanting a bit of extra warmth at home and your best women's dressing gown isn't quite giving you the warmth you need, a heated throw like the Dreamland could be the ideal solution. It works a little bit like a heated gilet, with electrical elements that warm the blanket up. Large items (delivered by two people, such as appliances and furniture) can be returned using our Home Collection service. Ultra soft and cosy, it's made from polyester, but has a texture that feels more plush and velvet-like. With six heat settings, there's plenty of flexibility too so you can find the right temperature for maximum cosiness.