B&M is selling Ladies Thermal Brushed Leggings in black for £7, offering a budget-friendly alternative to Marks and Spencer's (M&S) Heatgen Maximum Thermal Fleece Leggings, priced at £22. Both products aim to keep legs warm during colder months, but the B&M version costs significantly less.
Thermal features and availability
The B&M leggings are available in sizes small to extra-large and carry a tog rating of 1.8. The retailer states they "ensure your legs retain maximum heat and stay insulated through the day." The leggings feature a plush inner lining and stretchy fabric for a snug fit. They are exclusively available in B&M stores, so shoppers need to visit their nearest branch or use the B&M postcode tool to find stockists.
M&S describes its Heatgen leggings as offering "maximum warmth with our innovative Heatgen technology that effectively traps body heat when temperatures drop." The M&S version comes in black or brown and has a soft fleece lining.
Similarities and differences
Both pairs share a core purpose: retaining body heat. Each features a specialised inner lining—brushed fabric for B&M and fleece for M&S—and uses stretchy fabric blends for comfortable movement. The key difference is price, with B&M providing a comparable level of insulation at a fraction of the cost.
Customer reviews for the M&S leggings average 4.7 stars out of five, based on 1.2k reviews. One shopper said: "These leggings are really soft and warm. Comfortable and a great fit too." Another added: "I amazed how soft and warm the Leggings are. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone." However, a third reviewer noted: "Very small and uncomfortable, would not recommend."
