Heated Throws - pls help me choose!

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Having priced everything up I want to stop using the electric heater in the day when there is just one or two of us home, and use heated throws.

But there are so many and the prices are so different!

Any tip on what I look for and what to avoid? CNt afford to make a mistake as need to buy 4!!!

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We've had the Aldi and Amazon ones over the years and they've always stopped working within 2 years.

We've not got the dreamland husky ones and I'm reassured that they have the 3 year Lakeland guarantee!

I had the Dreamland velvety one but every time I used it I'd be properly sound asleep within minutes. So now I sit sandwiched between 2 duvets, with a hot water bottle.

@screamernumber2 I live in Australia, so you’d pay a fortune to get it delivered there. However, there are heaps on Amazon and Ali Express. Just ignore the delivery fee on this, it’s postage to Aus, but via Amazon UK
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I think it’s in Aussie dollars too.

Aldi would give a 2 or 3 year guarantee though wouldn’t they?

@Callipygion
They do but they've never had them in stock when we've needed to return them.
So you get your money back but not a replacement.

@GoodVibesHere do you have the Relaxwell heated throw? It’s £59.99. I debated about that one and instead have just bought a £60 one from Amazon. It’s states that you can’t bend it or crumple it whilst it on and must be kept straight, assuming due to the elements inside. I was hoping to wrap it around me/my shoulders but it seems like you can’t. Can you wrap yours around or does it advise not to?

Dreamland faux fur. Had JL vouchers from using credit card so bought that.

@LadyHelenaJustina how long has it lasted you? I’ve debated about that one and instead have just bought a £60 one from Amazon. It’s states that you can’t bend it or crumple it whilst it on and must be kept straight, assuming due to the elements inside. I was hoping to wrap it around me/my shoulders but it seems like you can’t. Can you wrap yours around or does it advise not to?

I'm tempted to go for a heated blanket hoodie

I have two of these. The first one I bought a few years ago. It’s fabulous. Given the cost of energy this winter, I just bought another (one for upstairs, one for down).
smile.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07SYJYYWD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can wrap them around you. The problem would come if the wires were in a bent position or had a heavy weight on top (like being used as an under-blanket) whilst switched on. My cats lie on top of mine on my lap all the time. I’ve had it 3/4 years and never had a problem.

I've two Aldi heated blankets,they're a few years old now and both work and look like new. I like that they've a wide range of temperatures and a shut off timer. It also has closing studs on the long side similar to a sleeping bag so I can close the bottom and have a lovely warm pocket for my cold feet. Two years ago we were really strapped financially so I didn't put the heating on or light the fire during the day when I was home alone, the aldi blanket made it bearable.

@LadyHelenaJustina thank you for this, it’s very useful and good to know. Might just have to invest in this one!

I've never spent a lot on mine - mine both came from Kmart in Australia and are going strong 2 years in. So worth it, I rarely put the heater on which has saved me a fortune!

I’ve had mine for two years, and it’s still working perfectly. I generally have it over my lap when I’m working, then transfer it to my bed at night.

I think this is the same Lakeland throw but cheaper if helps others
www.manomano.co.uk/p/dreamcatcher-deluxe-luxurious-faux-fur-electric-heated-throw-160-x-130cm-grey-soft-cosy-plush-faux-fur-heated-electric-blanket-large-overblanket-with-timer-and-9-control-heat-settings-grey-16744672?product_id=17064148

I recently bought 2 heated fleece throws by cozytek on eBay for £35 with 2 year warranty time will tell if it was a good purchase

QVC sells heated throws that are washable. You also have the advantage of being able to try them at home for 60 days and still return them for a refund if not satisfied.

If you have not bought from them before there is a £5 discount on your first purchase.