For example, a power of 100W is most common for an electric blanket. To calculate the running costs, the experts at Sleepseeker suggest the following formula: If you always feel cold on your feet, it could be worth investing in this electric foot warmer. With a sliding on/off switch and an illuminated display with three different heat settings, you can beat the chill whilst sitting in your favourite chair. It automatically turns itself off after 90 minutes so you don’t need to worry about nodding off. Key specifications Look for electric blankets with auto shut-off timers, so they can’t be left running for too long. And, helpfully, machine-washable ones will make life easier all round. Registered Office: 66-70 Vicar Lane, Little Germany, Bradford, BD99 2XG. Registered in England and Wales; No 249001. VAT Number GB 557 1452 37

Using its lowest setting, this electric blanket will cost just 2.7p to run for a full eight hours – making it one of the most energy efficient. It's soft to sleep on, has a good warmth distribution, heats up in 10 minutes, and the controls are simple to use. But be warned, it doesn’t have extra foot warmth settings. Just because it’s super-snug and quilted doesn’t mean it takes ages to heat up either – Intelliheat+ technology ensures your bed is warm in just 5 minutes. And the same technology cleverly responds to temperature changes while you sleep, cooling down as you warm up, and vice versa. With dual controls to put paid to any arguments, there are 6 temperature settings to choose from to keep both of you cosy all night long. And the price to pay for this luxury? As little as 5p per hour to run. Now that’s worth it as far as we’re concerned! A heated mattress topper and blanket, this fleecy number distributed heat evenly, taking only five minutes to heat up. It has built-in foot warmth, but you can't adjust these settings. Bonus: it barely shrunk after going in the washing machine.Tip: Preheat it on a low heat in advance, rather than blasting it on a high heat before you get into bed – this way you won’t use so much power.

We will match on a like for like basis which includes all the services our competitors offer. This may mean our delivery/installation charges could increase in line with theirs. Offering two controls for individual preferences, this electric blanket designed for couples will help your body maintain the same temperature throughout the night, resulting in an uninterrupted sleep cycle.If you’re the only one using your bed, then you’ll need a single electric blanket. Our popular range of double electric blankets is an ideal choice if you share a bed and can’t seem to agree on the temperature. With two controls you can change the heat setting on your side whilst your bed partner controls theirs, so you can both stay perfectly warm, just the way you like it. For your ultra-spacious beds, we even have an excellent range of king size electric blankets. Pre-heating your blanket will make sure your bed is always ready no matter what time you get to bed. To make your bed the snuggly haven you deserve this winter, there’s one bit of bedding you should invest in: an electric blanket. If warm feet is the stuff dreams are made of, then you’ll be delighted with this blanket that has nine dedicated heat settings just for feet. There are nine for your body too, and nearly all warmed evenly. The heat zones weren’t as well-defined as others tested but the soft blanket fitted our mattress well, although the edges did start to curl a little after washing. Overall, it’s a great value buy. Whilst electric blankets are designed to create a warm and cosy environment when getting into bed, they are not recommended for overnight use and should be turned off when getting into bed or set on a timer to turn off within a short while. 'Make sure to also use your electric blanket as the top layer, above any other blankets or duvets and do not lie or sit on it,' Hayley Thistleton at SleepSeeker explains.

Measuring a generous 120 x 160cm, this large fleece electric blanket has a premium feel and boasts nine heat settings. Easy to use, it has a 10-minute heat-up time, with useful timers that go up in 20-minute increments. Moulding nicely to the body, this electric blanket stayed evenly warm, but the overall temperature did fluctuate by a few degrees at times. Its soft feel was maintained, even after washing. While many electric blankets are washable, realistically, it can be a chore to launder one on a regular basis: you’ll need a washing machine that’s big enough and time and space for it to air dry, or a tumble dryer where suitable. This is where Dreamland’s Anti-Bacterial Heated Underblanket comes in. Grattan plc trading as Kaleidoscope is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (No 311340), in respect of consumer credit activities. Dreamland’s latest active safety control function automatically activates every time the blanket is switched on, and monitors the temperature 25 times per second. If you're new to heated blankets, there are two main designs you should know about. Under blankets are like heated mattress toppers, attaching to your bed to give you warmth. Over blankets, on the other hand, are closer to throws; you can curl up on the sofa, pop them in your duvet cover or lie under them at night for a more versatile heater. Which is right for you depends on where you tend to feel the chill the most.There’s just one control for the Anti-Bacterial Heated Underblanket, so both bed occupants need to enjoy the same level of warmth. Fortunately, there’s a good deal of flexibility and there are four temperatures to choose from rather than the average three. Two buttons control the blanket: one for on and off, with the other for cycling through the levels, shown on the LED display. This means running an electric blanket for one hour would cost just over 3p and around 27p a night (based on 8 hours of use), which is significantly cheaper than having your central heating on all night. For a smaller 50W or 60W blanket, running costs will be even cheaper. What sort of electric blanket is best? Dreamland’s Anti-Bacterial Heated Underblanket is pleasantly easy to fit – not only does it only have three elasticated straps to contend with, but they also help the blanket to fit securely to the mattress. You should wash your electric blanket approximately every few weeks to once a month, or whenever the blanket gets dirty.

However, the blanket itself is quite rigid compared to some – I found it made my memory foam mattress firm, and less comfortable, to sleep on. However, the size of the blanket was good – I didn’t feel any cold spots other than around the pillow area. On average, it took about 10 minutes to heat up – longer than the maker’s estimated five-minute heat up, but this may be because memory foam tends to be cooler to the touch. New Anti-Bacterial Heated Underblanket by Dreamland comes in a warm and cosy microfleece fabric, enriched with silver for a long lasting anti-bacterial action. Dreamland’s latest active safety control function automatically activates every time the blanket is switched on, comes with easy fit elasticated straps and monitors the temperature 25 times per second. Fast heat up will have your bed warm in only 5 minutes. Dreamland Underblanket Features: Keep your bed cosy, fresh and clean with Dreamland's New Anti-Bacterial Heated Underblanket, comes in a warm and cosy microfleece fabric, enriched with silver for a long lasting anti-bacterial action. A cosy duvet cover set works just right to trap in all the heat and keep you warm all night. They’re available in a variety of prints, colours, and fabrics to give you exactly what you need for a good night’s sleep. And as the temperature drops, opt for a higher tog like our 15 tog duvet which is the warmest.After a long tiring day, all you want is comfort, relaxation, and somewhere toasty to fall asleep. With our collection of electric blankets, we’ve got the ideal solution to help you beat the long winter chill. Browse through our range of top brands like Dreamland, Slumberdown, and Silentnight to get the best quality for all budgets. Simply place electric blankets under fitted bed sheets for a cosy bedtime. That's right, they aren't the drab, old-fashioned scratchers of old. These days they're safe, soft and – dare we say it – stylish. Most importantly though, they can save you money as they cost just pennies to run per night. That means this winter you can lower your heating bill while still staying toasty warm. Ideal.