Best electric blankets and heated throws UK (2026)
An electric blanket warms the person rather than the room, which makes it one of the cheapest ways to keep warm in a cold house, and why it sits in our keeping-warm advice alongside layers and hot water bottles. The choice is less simple than it looks: underblankets and heated throws do different jobs, most blankets sold as king are shorter than a king mattress, and the simplest sets have no timer. This page compares each blanket on size, heat settings, timer, washability and warranty, using makers' figures and independent reviews, and says whose claim each figure is.
By Tom Calder · Updated 21 October 2026 · 13 products, all price-tracked
Our picks by type
Photo: AmazonDreamland Bamboo Double Dual
Couples with different ideas about warmth, and anyone with sensitive skin.
as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · Details
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Photo: AmazonBeurer HD 150 XXL
Two people sharing a sofa, or a taller person who wants cover down to the feet.
as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · Details
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| Blanket | Type | Size | Heat settings | Auto-off | Price |
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Underblanket, bamboo · Double, 190 x 137 cm · 6 per side, dual control · 1, 3 or 9 hour timer Couples with different ideas about warmth, and anyone with sensitive skin. | Underblanket, bamboo | Double, 190 x 137 cm | 6 per side, dual control | 1, 3 or 9 hour timer | £129.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched Dreamland gives each side its own controller, and Mumsnet's reviewer rated the heat-setting range top marks and liked the smooth bamboo top layer. Her gripes were minor: elastic corner straps that can slip, and heating wires that stop short of the edges. It is dear for a blanket, but it is the best fit here for a shared bed. Best for Couples with different ideas about warmth, and anyone with sensitive skin. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you sleep alone and want the lowest-cost option; a single-controller blanket does the same job. | |||||
 Underblanket, sherpa, reversible · Double, 190 x 137 cm · 6, single controller · 1, 3 or 9 hour timer Cold sleepers who want a plush, fast-heating blanket and will pay for quality. | Underblanket, sherpa, reversible | Double, 190 x 137 cm | 6, single controller | 1, 3 or 9 hour timer | £99.98 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched Expert Reviews, testing the dual-control version, measured the element reaching about 54 C within five minutes and praised the sherpa surface, timer and washability. The sixth setting is too hot for sleeping, with the reviewer settling on level three. Dreamland says its Intelliheat control adapts the heat through the night. It costs more than basic blankets, but it is one of the best-featured options here. Best for Cold sleepers who want a plush, fast-heating blanket and will pay for quality. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you share a bed and want separate temperatures; this version has one controller, so look for the dual-control version. | |||||
 Underblanket · King, 160 x 150 cm · 9 (20-57 °C), dual remote · 1-9 hour timer, plus overheat cut-out Couples who want nine heat levels and a timer from a mainstream brand. | Underblanket | King, 160 x 150 cm | 9 (20-57 °C), dual remote | 1-9 hour timer, plus overheat cut-out | £39.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched Morphy Richards describes a dual remote with nine temperatures and a one to nine hour timer, a better feature set than the three-setting blankets from other brands here. The blanket is 160 x 150 cm, so it covers the body area rather than the whole of a king mattress. A solid all-rounder for a shared bed. Best for Couples who want nine heat levels and a timer from a mainstream brand. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a thick fleece or sherpa surface; the Dreamland and teddy fleece options feel plusher. | |||||
 Underblanket, reversible · Single, 150 x 70 cm · 9 (20-57 °C) · 1-9 hour timer, plus overheat cut-out One person who wants a plain, adjustable underblanket for a single bed. | Underblanket, reversible | Single, 150 x 70 cm | 9 (20-57 °C) | 1-9 hour timer, plus overheat cut-out | £29.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched A simple single underblanket from a long-established UK appliance brand. Morphy Richards lists nine temperature levels and a timer of up to nine hours, which is more control than the three-setting blankets on this page offer. It suits a spare room or a student bed; couples will want one of the dual-control options. Best for One person who wants a plain, adjustable underblanket for a single bed. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you share a bed and want separate temperatures; the dual-control blankets below fit that better. | |||||
 Underblanket, teddy fleece · Double, 150 x 122 cm · 9 (20-57 °C), one controller · 1-9 hour timer, plus overheat cut-out A double bed where one person sets the temperature for both sides. | Underblanket, teddy fleece | Double, 150 x 122 cm | 9 (20-57 °C), one controller | 1-9 hour timer, plus overheat cut-out | £39.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched The premium EverCosy adds a teddy fleece top to the same nine-level controller and timer as the standard blankets. Morphy Richards says it weighs 1.7 kg and comes with a single detachable controller, so both sides share one setting. It is the only one of the three Morphy Richards blankets here with a teddy fleece top, and a sensible pick for a double bed. Best for A double bed where one person sets the temperature for both sides. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you and your partner like different temperatures; pick a dual-control blanket such as the Dreamland bamboo. | |||||
Heated throw, polyester velour · 200 x 150 cm · 6, illuminated buttons · Fixed safety switch-off after 3 hours Two people sharing a sofa, or a taller person who wants cover down to the feet. | Heated throw, polyester velour | 200 x 150 cm | 6, illuminated buttons | Fixed safety switch-off after 3 hours | £79.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched At 200 x 150 cm this is Beurer's extra-large throw, with six heat settings on a lit button controller and a safety switch-off after three hours that Beurer lists as fixed. The controller comes off for a gentle 30 degree machine wash, and Beurer gives a three-year guarantee. The extra size means more fabric to keep flat and unbunched while it is on. Best for Two people sharing a sofa, or a taller person who wants cover down to the feet. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you only need a lap blanket; a smaller throw is easier to handle and wash. Inspect any electric blanket before use, never fold or bunch it while it is on and follow Beurer's instructions; if you have reduced sensation, diabetes or are pregnant, check with your GP first. | |||||
 Heated throw, polyester velour · 180 x 130 cm · 6, slide switch · Fixed safety switch-off after 3 hours A simple sofa throw with an easy slide-switch control and a three-year guarantee. | Heated throw, polyester velour | 180 x 130 cm | 6, slide switch | Fixed safety switch-off after 3 hours | £45.25 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched Beurer lists six heat settings on a slide switch and a safety switch-off after three hours, which cannot be changed. The switch unplugs from the throw so it can go through a gentle 30 degree machine cycle, and Beurer gives a three-year guarantee on its heated throws. It suits an evening on the sofa rather than anyone who wants to set a longer timer. Best for A simple sofa throw with an easy slide-switch control and a three-year guarantee. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a timer you can set yourself; Beurer's switch-off is fixed at three hours. As with any electric blanket, inspect it for damage before use, never fold or bunch it while it is switched on and follow Beurer's instructions; if you have reduced sensation, diabetes or are pregnant, check with your GP before using one. | |||||
 Heated throw, jacquard fleece · 120 x 160 cm · 9 · Auto-off after 2 hours unless set longer Sofa evenings when you want warmth on you, not the whole room. | Heated throw, jacquard fleece | 120 x 160 cm | 9 | Auto-off after 2 hours unless set longer | £49.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched A thick fleece throw with nine heat settings, sold with a three-year guarantee according to Silentnight. It is a lap-and-shoulders size rather than a bed blanket. Silentnight warns against folding or scrunching it in use, which can trigger the overheat cut-out, so it is best laid flat. Best for Sofa evenings when you want warmth on you, not the whole room. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want to fall asleep under it; Silentnight recommends switching its electric blankets off before you sleep, and for bed use an underblanket with a timer fits better. | |||||
 Heated throw, faux fur · About 160 x 120 cm · 6 · 1, 3 or 9 hour timer A decorative sofa throw that doubles as a source of warmth. | Heated throw, faux fur | About 160 x 120 cm | 6 | 1, 3 or 9 hour timer | £90 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched A faux-fur throw with a velvet underside, six heat settings and a one, three or nine hour timer, as listed by Lakeland, which also quotes a five-minute heat-up. It is a sofa throw rather than a bed blanket. Against the Silentnight throw on this page it has fewer heat settings but a choice of three timer lengths. Best for A decorative sofa throw that doubles as a source of warmth. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want something for the bed; use an underblanket, and take care not to fold the throw while it is on. | |||||
 Heated throw, soft velvet · 160 x 120 cm · 6 · 1, 3 or 9 hour timer One person on a sofa who wants a choice of timer lengths. | Heated throw, soft velvet | 160 x 120 cm | 6 | 1, 3 or 9 hour timer | £49.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched Dreamland's Snuggle Up throw has six heat settings and a controller you set to switch off after one, three or nine hours. Dreamland describes its top settings as pre-heat levels and the lower three as the ones for continuous use. The controller detaches for machine washing, and at 160 x 120 cm it covers less than the extra-large throws here. Best for One person on a sofa who wants a choice of timer lengths. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want one throw to cover two adults; the larger throws here do that better. Inspect any electric blanket before use, keep it flat and never fold it while it is on, and follow Dreamland's instructions; check with your GP first if you have reduced sensation, diabetes or are pregnant. | |||||
 Fitted underblanket · King, about 142 x 150 cm · 3, single controller · No timer; overheat protection only Anyone who wants a basic, easy-to-fit blanket with a simple three-position slider. | Fitted underblanket | King, about 142 x 150 cm | 3, single controller | No timer; overheat protection only | £33.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched A plain, no-extras blanket. Slumberdown gives it a two-year guarantee, and Trusted Reviews found the fitting straps long and secure. The trade-off is one control for the whole bed and no timer, so it relies on you switching it off. Fine for pre-warming a bed, less so for people who want automatic shut-off. Best for Anyone who wants a basic, easy-to-fit blanket with a simple three-position slider. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a timer or separate sides; the Morphy Richards EverCosy King and the Dreamland bamboo dual blanket have both. | |||||
 Heated throw, microfleece with sherpa reverse · 160 x 130 cm · 10 (maximum 50 °C) · Timer, 1 to 10 hours Sofa use where you want a wide choice of heat levels and a timer you can set to the hour. | Heated throw, microfleece with sherpa reverse | 160 x 130 cm | 10 (maximum 50 °C) | Timer, 1 to 10 hours | £52.99 at Amazon as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:37 BST · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.In stockCheck price → |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched Cosi Home lists ten heat settings, a timer you can set from one to ten hours and overheat protection, with a top temperature of 50 degrees. One side is microfleece and the other sherpa, and the remote detaches so the throw can be machine washed at a low temperature. B&Q's listing of the same navy throw gives a two-year guarantee. Best for Sofa use where you want a wide choice of heat levels and a timer you can set to the hour. Good
Worth knowing
Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want the longest maker's guarantee you can get. Inspect any electric blanket before use, never use it folded or bunched while it is switched on and follow the maker's instructions; check with your GP first if you have reduced sensation, diabetes or are pregnant. | |||||
 Fitted underblanket, fleece · King, 137 x 165 cm · 3 · Overheat cut-out only A widely stocked, no-frills king blanket with a three-year guarantee. | Fitted underblanket, fleece | King, 137 x 165 cm | 3 | Overheat cut-out only | |
Our verdictOur verdictResearched Silentnight lists a fleece finish, three heat settings and a three-year guarantee. Its own stated king size of 137 x 165 cm, which Tech Advisor's measurement matched, is noticeably smaller than a 150 x 200 cm UK king mattress, so check the size before buying. Choose it for dependable basics rather than extras. Best for A widely stocked, no-frills king blanket with a three-year guarantee. Good
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Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a timer or a blanket that covers the whole of a king mattress. | |||||
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Before you buy
Decide where the warmth goes before you look at brands.
An underblanket lies on the mattress, under the sheet, and heats the bed; most here have straps or a fitted skirt to hold it flat, and the better ones have a timer so it switches itself off. A heated throw goes over you on the sofa and suits an evening in a cold living room: you heat one person for a fraction of what a room heater draws. An overblanket sits on top of the bed like a duvet layer. Never swap an underblanket and an overblanket; makers and fire services say the elements are designed for one position.
Measure your mattress, then read the blanket's stated size, not its name.
A UK king mattress is 150 by 200 cm and a double 135 by 190 cm, yet most blankets here sold as king or double are shorter or narrower than that; by their makers' own figures the king blankets fall 35 to 50 cm short of a king mattress's length. That is normal, because the heated area stops short of the pillow end, but a tall sleeper may find a cool strip at the foot of the bed. Check the dimensions against the area you want warmed, and look for straps that reach round a deep mattress.
Timers and dual controls are the features worth paying for.
A blanket with a one to nine hour timer, or a choice of fixed timer lengths, switches itself off if you forget. The simplest blankets here, from Slumberdown and Silentnight, have only an overheat cut-out, which is a last line of defence, not a timer, so they rely on you remembering. If two people share the bed, a dual-control blanket gives each side its own controller; a single controller means one temperature for both. Nine heat settings sound better than three, but owners generally settle on a low or middle setting.
Washability and the controller.
The underblankets here are described as machine washable by their maker or an independent review, but only with the controller unplugged and removed. Follow the label, usually a cool or delicate wash, and let the blanket dry completely before plugging it back in; some, such as the Slumberdown, must not be tumble dried. Between seasons, store it flat or loosely rolled rather than folded tightly, because sharp creases damage the heating wires. Warranties here run from two to three years, and Morphy Richards needs registration for its full term, so keep the receipt.
Safety is simple if you follow the fire-service rules.
Check the blanket every autumn for scorch marks, frayed fabric, exposed wires, a damaged plug or flex, or a worn tie cord, and stop using it if you find any. Never use it with a hot water bottle or when damp, and do not fold or bunch a throw while it is on; several makers say this trips the overheat cut-out. Replace blankets after about ten years. Look for the BEAB or UKCA marking, buy from an established brand with UK support, and check the model against the OPSS notices on GOV.UK, repeated on our electric blanket recalls page.
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Common questions
Are electric blankets safe to leave on all night?
Only if the maker says the blanket is designed for all-night use. Fire services and Electrical Safety First advise switching a blanket off, or unplugging it, before you get into bed unless the instructions say it is safe to leave on. A timer is a back-up for the night you forget, not permission to sleep with the blanket on. Warm the bed first, then switch off. Silentnight says to switch its heated throw off before sleep, and we note that on its entry.
How much electricity does an electric blanket use?
Very little compared with heating a room. EDF's figures are 40 to 60 watts for a single underblanket and about 80 watts for a double, while a fan or convector heater is typically 2,000 watts. King-size blankets can be rated at 250 watts, so read the label. The thermostat cycles on and off, so the real draw over a night is lower than the rating, and warming the bed for an hour before you get in uses far less than running it all night.
What is the difference between an underblanket and a heated throw?
An underblanket lies on the mattress under your sheet, held by straps or a fitted skirt, and heats the bed; most have a timer and some have a controller for each side. A heated throw is a fleece blanket you put over yourself on the sofa, sized for one person rather than a bed. Throws must be laid flat while on, not folded or bunched, and several makers say to switch them off before you sleep. Buy an underblanket for the bed and a throw for the living room.
Will a king-size electric blanket fit a king-size bed?
Not edge to edge. A UK king mattress is 150 by 200 cm, but the king blankets on this page are listed at between 137 by 165 cm and 160 by 150 cm; Silentnight's 137 by 165 cm figure was confirmed by Tech Advisor's measurement, and Trusted Reviews measured the Slumberdown at 142 by 150 cm. That is deliberate, since the heated area stops short of the pillows, but it leaves a cool strip at the foot for taller sleepers. Compare the stated dimensions with the area you want warmed.
Who should not use an electric blanket?
Fire services and Electrical Safety First advise against using one for babies or young children, or for anyone who could not feel the blanket getting too hot or turn it off: people with reduced sensation, for example from diabetes-related nerve damage, people with dementia or limited mobility, and anyone who is incontinent. Check with a GP or pharmacist first. Hot water bottles also burn people who cannot feel heat, so for them extra layers, a wool blanket and a warmer bedroom are the safer route.
Can I run an electric blanket off a portable power station in a power cut?
Yes, and it is one of the better uses of one. A single or double blanket draws 40 to 80 watts and has no start-up surge, so a 1kWh power station could run it for most of a night, where a 2kW electric heater would flatten the same unit in under half an hour. Our power station pages have a sizer with an electric blanket option. Never use a gas, paraffin or any other fuel-burning heater indoors instead: the risk is carbon monoxide.
