One of the most cost effective ways to keep warm during winter is by using a heated throw blanket. After buy a heated blanket, I’m able to keep warm and run the heater a lot less.
I was finding that working from home, sitting at my desk I was getting freezing cold, even with the heater on. So I made plunge and got a heated throw and it has made a huge difference! These are some the best heated throw blankets available in Australia:
Dreamaker Heated Throw Blanket
This Dreamaker Heated Throw Blanket is a the perfect entry level option. It uses the same electronics as the more expensive Deamaker blanket. The only difference is the actual blanket is a little thinner.
- Fleecy Blanket – The blanket is made from a warm fleece like material
- 9 Heat Settings – Set the perfect temperature.
- Auto Off – Set the blanket to turn off from 1-9 hours.
Dreamaker Faux Fur Heated Throw Blanket
The Dreamaker Faux Fur Heated Throw is a luxurious blanket. This is the heated throw I ended up getting. It’s a little cheaper than the Sunbeam options but it still really well made. It has more heat settings than the Sunbeam and I prefer the control panel. The blanket is super warm on it’s own! I do like that it’s double sided, as the micro-fleece is incredibly soft and comfortable to wrap up in.
- Thick Faux Fur – Cuddle up in a thick layer of super warm faux fur.
- 9 Heat Settings – Set the perfect temperature
- Auto Off – Set the blanket to turn off from 1-9 hours.
- Reversible Design – Has faux fur on one side and soft micro-fleece on the other
Sunbeam Sherpa Fleece Heated Blanket
The Sunbeam Sherpa Heated Blankets have fewer heat settings than the Dreamaker. The auto off setting isn’t as customisable as the Dreamaker. The blanket material is quite fluffy and holds the heat really well.
- 6 heat Settings
- Auto Off Setting – Turn the blanket off automatically after 1, 3 or 9 hours
Sunbeam Faux Fur Heated Throw Blanket
The Sunbeam Faux Fur Heated Throw is quite a bit more expensive than the other Sunbeam options. It is a luxurious fleece.
- 6 Heat Settings
- Auto Off Setting – Turn the blanket off automatically after 1, 3 or 9 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
How much electricity does a heated blanket use?
For years I’ve used a heated foot mat under my desk. This works the same as a heated blanket. And it costs me around $10-12 for an entire year of use (used during winter and cold months for around 4-6 hours a day). A heated blanket doesn’t need to heat an entire room, it’s just heating you, so it’s far more efficient than trying to use a oil heater or even a reverse cycle air conditioner. While I still use a heater (reverse cycle) I can switch this off during the day and just use my heated throw.
Why you shouldn’t buy Heated Blankets from Overseas
I wouldn’t buy a heated blanked that is shipped from overseas. You might end up with a product that doesn’t have an Australian plug and doesn’t match our voltage. While you can fiddle around with adapters, this is quite dangerous. If you import from overseas, cheap products might not meet Australian standards and could be a fire hazard. So it’s better to buy from a local retailer or Amazon (just make sure it’s shipped from Australia).
Are these different to Electric Blankets?
An Electric Blanket is different to an Electric Heated Throw Blanket. Electric Blankets are designed to go on your bed. They usually go underneath your sheets. A heated throw blanket is designed to keep you warm when you’re sitting in a chair or can be used to cover you in bed.
