As the UK braces for a sharp temperature drop, with the Met Office forecasting lows of one degree Celsius in Greater London this weekend, households are seeking cost-effective ways to stay warm. A bestselling heated blanket from Amazon is emerging as a popular solution, helping users stay cosy without significantly increasing their heating bills.
Beat the Chill with a Black Friday Bargain
The Keplin large electric heated blanket, a current Amazon bestseller, has received a 15% discount for Black Friday, reducing its price from £34.99 to just £29.74. Crafted from soft flannel and sherpa materials, the blanket measures 160cm x 130cm, making it spacious enough for sharing on the sofa or using while working from home.
It features nine different heating levels, allowing users to find their perfect temperature, with a maximum heat of 55 degrees Celsius. A built-in safety timer can be set to automatically switch the blanket off after one to nine hours, making it suitable for use in bed. For easy cleaning, the blanket is machine washable at 40 degrees Celsius once the controller is detached.
Shopper Reviews Praise Cosiness and Cost-Saving
With over 1,500 reviews and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, customer feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. More than 1,000 units were purchased in the past month alone, cementing its status as a number one bestseller.
One satisfied buyer confirmed its money-saving potential, stating: "It really keeps me cosy without ramping the central heating up too high." Another reviewer, highlighting its utility for remote workers, added: "Ideal for work-from-home people who do not want to use the central heating on cold days."
Further praise highlighted the blanket's size and comfort, with one user noting: "Prepare to fall asleep, as it's super cosy, really warm, and a huge blanket! For the money, it's totally worth it." While most reviews are glowing, some users provided constructive feedback, with one mentioning they wished the warmth was more evenly distributed throughout the entire blanket.
Alternative Heating Solutions for a Cold Winter
For those seeking different styles, the retail market offers other options. Argos is selling a Silentnight heated wearable blanket for £32, reduced from £40. Its unique design includes built-in sleeves, offering freedom of movement for tasks like typing while staying warm.
Alternatively, for night-time comfort, Debenhams offers a Slumberland kingsize electric heated mattress topper for £34.99, a significant reduction from its original £79.99 price. This model features dual controls, allowing partners to set their own side to a preferred temperature, and the controls are detachable for washing.
As the cold weather sets in across the UK, these heated products provide practical and energy-efficient alternatives to turning up the thermostat, offering warmth and potential savings on energy bills.
