Oodie's Grey Weighted Blanket has been reduced to £59.95 from £109 in its Black Friday sale, saving shoppers £49.05. The deal covers all three weight options.
How the Weighted Blanket Works
Weighted blankets have grown in popularity as an alternative to traditional bedspreads and throws, offering a more comforting, snug feel. The Oodie blanket uses Deep Pressure Stimulation, which applies gentle, steady weight to help calm the nervous system, potentially reducing stress hormones like cortisol and encouraging the release of serotonin and melatonin to aid sleep.
The blanket packs tiny glass beads into a seven-layer design to keep the weight evenly distributed. It comes in three sizes—4.5kg, 6.8kg, and 9kg—with the recommendation to choose the option closest to roughly 10% of your body weight.
Scientific Support and Alternatives
Research indicates that deep pressure stimulation can shift the autonomic nervous system from "fight-or-flight" to a rest-and-digest state. A European sleep trial published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that nearly 60% of participants with clinical insomnia saw their symptom severity drop by at least half after four weeks of using a weighted blanket, along with measurable reductions in daytime anxiety and fatigue.
For those considering alternatives, Dusk is offering 20% off bedding with the code EXTRA20. The Mohair Style Throw in forest green, usually £25, is available for £20. The luxury Oxford Cotton Rich Quilted Bedspread is reduced to £40 from £50. Debenhams has also cut the Deyongs Fox and Deer Sherpa Fleece Throw from £70 to £29.96.
Shopper Reviews
Shoppers have shared positive feedback on the Grey Weighted Blanket. One review stated: "Super soft and feels like a hug in a blanket. Great quality and happy to recommend." Another detailed how the blanket became essential, noting it helped a husband undergoing chemotherapy stay warm and sleep better.
However, one mixed review noted: "Good weighted blanket. Bit too small for my liking and had to buy two to be truly snug." Other customers praised it for anxious people, with one writing: "I bought this blanket for my son, and he loves it. Used it every night. Highly recommend this blanket for anxious people!"
