Keeping snug this winter doesn’t have to break the bank, particularly when you’re snuggled up in bed. An electric blanket is the perfect answer for those chilly nights, whether you relish climbing into a pre-warmed bed or need something to fend off the cold while you slumber.
Currently, you can grab a Slumberdown Sleepy Nights Electric Blanket for just £35 for a double size, reduced from £39.99. Single, king, and super king sizes are also on offer, with prices ranging from £37.95 to £77.03. These prices are for the three-heat setting option, but there’s also a nine-heat setting version available for £64.68, down from £82.
This machine-washable electric blanket is incredibly energy efficient – consider the double blanket, which runs at 15 watts on heat setting one, costing less than a penny to operate for an hour. The third setting operates at 70 watts, costing you a mere 2p for a full hour of use, reports Wales Online.
For added reassurance, they come safety-approved by the British Electrotechnical Approvals Board (BEAB). Just remember to detach the controller before popping it in the wash!
Slumberdown provides a two-year guarantee on these blankets, ensuring you’ll stay warm for many winters to come. They heat up swiftly and could help soothe any muscular discomfort due to the therapeutic effects of the heat.
Amazon customers are raving about Slumberdown’s electric blankets, with over 3,000 reviews averaging a stellar 4.4 out of five stars. One satisfied customer praised the product, saying, “The heat is evenly distributed. The switch itself is well built unlike other brands out there where they are a bit flimsy. Hoping it will last a long time. Also the low setting is the right level of heat. Great stuff,” in their glowing five-star review.
Another buyer expressed their satisfaction: “This is a great electric blanket. Gets lovely and warm without over heating,” A third chimed in with high praise: “This blanket is a godsend. The winter is upon us and it’s the best feeling to snuggle into a lovely warm bed. It stays in place with its extra long elastic ties that are on each corner of the blanket. I highly recommend this blanket.”
Despite the positive feedback, some users pointed out areas for improvement, particularly concerning the control unit. A three-star review highlighted an issue, stating, “The control units are what let this product down. When you turn it on to be on all night it shows a bright blue light that fills the room and is so bright that even when covered (with 4 layers of gorilla tape) it’s still visible as it beams through the plastic casing itself! ” Another user concurred, mentioning, “The lights on the controllers don’t go off and are quite bright. Otherwise works well and is comfortable.”
For those who can afford to splurge, the Hunker Down Scandi Sherpa Underblanket from Dreamland is a fantastic choice at £124.99. If you’re on a budget, consider the STATUS SEB-40W1PKB Electric Underblanket, which is currently priced at £15.99 for a single (reduced from £19.99 at Currys).
However, with its price tag of £35 and a multitude of happy, warm customers, the Slumberdown option could be the best investment you make this season.