An electric blanket may be one of the most cost-effective ways to keep your house warm this winterbut they don’t suit everyone. If you like tropical temperatures and your other half is always complaining it’s too hot, you need an electric blanket made for two. If you're looking for more of a comfort blanket, to use in the living room, while nestled on the sofa, think more about the aesthetic (still focusing on the usability rating of course) but be more conscious of your chosen blanket adding a decorative touch to your interior décor choices. Look for a colour or patterned design that compliments your scheme, so it becomes a welcome layer rather than standing out like a sore thumb. Integrated corner ties attached to allow for secure fitting of the heated blanket Advanced overheat protection and auto shut off for your safety and peace of mind.

The Cozytek Under Blanket is completely washing machine safe with the detachable controller, and the ultra-thin wires guarantee that the only thing that will disturb your sleep is the alarm you set in the morning. Most have low settings to enable them to be left on all night too if preferred, though make sure the blanket has overheating protection before doing this. Getting into a cold bed will be a thing of the past with the Cozytek Heated Electric Under Blanket, this Electric Blanket comes with 3 comfort settings ensuring you have a warm bed waiting for you just to your liking. *Low Running costs 3p per Hour based on current UK Energy Tariff* The Cozytek Electric Blanket also comes fitted with an auto switch off function so you can enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep every night without having to worry about fire safety. We used each blanket as specified, as an under-blanket on the best mattress or as a throw over our best duvet or to snuggle with on the sofa - and judged whether we noticed a real improvement using it. For each blanket, we looked at the following factors:They are particularly useful for anyone who feels the cold but has a partner who doesn't, as long as you choose a blanket with dual controls. Though even the best electric blankets can't replace heating as they won't warm the wider atmosphere, they are also one of the most cost-efficient ways to warm up if the heating is not on or if you're looking for a boost as you get into bed. If you are looking for a warming layer for your bedroom to keep you cosy at night choose an electric blanket that is specially designed to fit over your mattress, featuring elasticated straps to fit comfortably over your mattress to secure it underneath your bedding – so it's undetectable. A standard electric blanket is only really for use as a layer over your bedding and might not cater to your needs.

If you're considering an electric blanket, it's likely you're keen on other money-saving tips so it makes sense to look for the best budget electric blanket to start with. We were really impressed by the fantastic price of this option and it's made of soft but durable fleece so actually made our bed more comfortable even when it wasn't switched on. How you choose an electric blanket is dependent on three key considerations – your budget, preferred use, and your interior design tastes. This one from Silentnight is a great buy and purposely designed for a couple. That means each side has its own independent control with three heat settings on each so you can find your perfect temperature for a blissful night’s sleep. Made of soft fleece, it features overheat safety protection and heats up in under ten minutes. Robert says you can keep costs down even more by looking for eco settings to make sure you use the minimum amount of electricity possible. “For example, users can set an automatic switch-off timer for after two, six, nine or 12 hours to avoid unnecessary energy usage. Our heated products all have adjustable temperature settings with simple controls to suit any preference - turn the heat up and down as needed to stay comfortable.” Warmth: Did it make a real difference to how we felt when we first got into bed or sat on the sofa in a chilly room? Was the heat distributed evenly?It's very responsive with six illuminated temperature settings so you can see at a glance how warm the blanket is. We also liked the fact it switched off automatically after three hours, so you could sling it on over your duvet if you prefer. Modern electric blankets work very well and mean you will heat the space you sleep in, rather than the whole room. That means you can use them for a short space of time even before you get in, then turn the blanket off once you have warmed up under the duvet. Safety features: Did it have an auto shut-off in case we forgot to switch it off or hadn't set another timer?