Lakeland's StaySnug Faux Fur Heated Throw, priced at £84.99, offers a cosy alternative to heating an entire room, with running costs of approximately 4p per hour based on its stated 160W power consumption.
Calculations using the Sust-it electricity cost calculator suggest the throw costs around 4p to run for 60 minutes, depending on the electricity tariff and how much power the throw uses during operation.
Features and Design
The throw combines the softness of a faux fur blanket with built-in electric heating, making it a practical option for colder evenings. It features nine heat settings and nine timer settings, allowing users to adjust the temperature and duration to suit their preferences.
The throw is machine washable, making it easier to keep clean throughout the winter months. It also comes with a three-year guarantee, with free delivery and returns advertised by the retailer.
Shopper Reviews
Lakeland shoppers have rated the throw positively. One said: "This is a good size throw with a snuggly soft fleece lining and faux fur outer. The controller is easy to understand, having nine temperature settings and nine time (duration) settings. On the highest temperature setting, the throw didn't become too hot but heated quickly."
The same reviewer added: "The purpose of the higher settings is to warm the blanket quickly and then reduce down to a warm (low) setting. This works well and I remained toasty warm all the time I had the blanket on. It's big enough for two of us to sit under it in front of the TV. Great for winter or chillier days when you don't want to heat the whole house."
A second person said: "This heated throw feels and looks stylish, but it's also cosy and snug, a game changer for the winter months." A third added: "Well worth the money for this amazing throw. It is so cosy. I put this over me when I am watching TV every night, and it keeps me lovely and warm."
Mixed Feedback
Some users offered less positive feedback. One wrote: "Tried this out for a few days this week but not found it to be overly warm, even on setting nine. I was expecting it to be hot and to need turning down. It does warn that it may shed its hair, and it does, but not excessively. Its instructions are easy to follow and it would be pleasant to use on cold evenings to warm you up, but not warm enough to enable you to not need the heating or fire on."
Another commented as part of a longer review: "It's OK but not worth the hype, a bigger size would be better."
As an alternative, Yimbly, an online marketplace owned by Reach Plc, offers the Breeins Electric PTC Space Heater With Remote Control for £35, down from £38.99, but with the code AUTUMN10 at checkout, it costs £31.50. At Dunelm, the Fleece Electric Throw is available for £24, down from £30, in charcoal or taupe brown, with six adjustable heat settings.
