Beautyrest Heated Blanket, Eletric Throw Blanket, Soft, Warm, Reversible Plush - Sherpa Heating Blanket Throw for Office, Couch, 3 Heat Settings, 2 hr Auto Shut Off, Machine Washable, 50 x 60 in

ekwhitley United States

Excellent, so far :-)

Let's face it - electric blankets, no matter what brand or manufacturer, are generally a low reliability item. We all love 'em when they work, but it is very difficult to find one that lasts. I have used sunbeam blankets for many years, and slowly the lifespan of each purchase decreases to the point where if it works after one year, you feel lucky. The last sunbeam king heated blanket lasted only one winter. Fortunately, it was purchased at Costco, which is the best place to make returns. After reviewing Wirecutter and Chicago Tribune Best Reviews, decided to take a gamble on this Beautyrest heated blanket. I can tell from reviews several folks ended up with duds. I lucked out this time, and love this heated blanket. Have been using for 3 months. (Now that I've written this review, you know what will happen) One thing I did differently with this purchase is I got a twin size. Previous have all been kings. Spouse and I need different sleeping temps and only one of us really wanted the heat. So theory is maybe a blanket that is smaller, less wires, tugged and used by only one person will hold out longer? Time will tell. Pros: - Sherpa is fantastic on this blanket. Thick, no shedding. If it "dies" it will still be a good blanket to use normally. That's a plus for the $ spent. - Wires are well woven and hidden/soft to the touch - Does not slide off the bed (like the sunbeam's did. Annoying they would slide to whichever side the nap was directed) - Controller window stays lit. Thank goodness, can actually tell if you have it on or off in the dark. Last sunbeam did not stay lit. (also see con's for more info) - Very fast quick heat option - like 15 minutes - for when you forget to turn it on before bed. Heating very even. Regular heating very good too. - on the twin size, power cord is very nice length. Can't speak for other sizes or dual controls. - Fun color options, thank goodness Cons: - although the controller window stays lit and is easy to read, the off and up/down buttons are not lit, and hard to find in the dark. Some texturing on the buttons to be able to feel arrows, etc would have been nice. - power cord connection has a "lock" feature to ensure it stays plugged in. Basically just a plastic clip. Mine was so tight it would not lock in place until i bent the plastic piece just a bit. It locked in, but the plastic piece is not sturdy - it will probably break off if I unhook and wash the blanket. Next will be duct tape. I'm going to enjoy this while it lasts. Again, if heating stops, it will still be a great sherpa blanket by itself without the power.

Tammy Lou United States

Luxurious look and feel

Love it. It’s extremely soft and cozy. Feels luxurious to the touch. I ordered the Indigo and the color is beautiful. A very deep, rich blue. I don’t know if I would say it’s light weight, but it’s the right weight for my liking. The only complaint I have is about the controls. They are easy enough to use, but I frequently go to bed in the dark as my husband goes to bed earlier than I do, and it is difficult to find the on/off button in the dark. I have to feel around for it. My last blanket had a toggle switch for the on/off, and a dial for the temp control that was very easy to find in the dark. For this one, the on/off and temp controls are all bubble buttons, so I have to feel around in the dark for the right one. Also, the controller sits flat on my night stand, and it is hard to reach it from in bed, if I need to make adjustments. Previous ones all stood more on end, making them easier to reach and operate. But overall that wasn’t enough of an issue to be a deal breaker for me. The last thing, the first few days I used it, I started it out on low temperatures, around 3-4, but there was no heat, so I had to keep turning it up, and up, until it was around 15 before I started to feel the heat. I was about to return it for that reason, but after a few days it seemed to kind of “kick in”, and now the lower temps are working fine, thank goodness, because the higher temperatures are REALLY warm.

Casey Manion United States

The Perfect Winter Companion — Incredibly Soft and Evenly Heated

I was skeptical about heated blankets after trying cheaper options with hot spots and wires you could feel. This Beautyrest throw is in a completely different league. The softness is unreal. The plush/sherpa reversible design means cozy comfort on both sides. I use it even unplugged because the material is thick and warm on its own. No shedding, no pilling — just buttery soft quality. The heat distribution is perfect. No hot spots or cold zones. The Secure Comfort technology delivers even, consistent warmth across the entire blanket. Three heat settings give you flexibility — medium is just right for movie nights. Build quality matters. Knowing Beautyrest has 16+ years with zero recalls and exceeds UL safety standards gave me peace of mind. Machine washable is a huge bonus. Bonus: It works great with my Anker SOLIX C1000 portable power station — perfect for camping or power outages! Two minor notes: The 2-hour auto shut-off is a safety feature, but I wish there was an option to extend it for longer sessions. Also, the indicator light on the controller is quite bright for sleeping — you may want to cover it or face it away. Neither diminishes how much I love this blanket. It's my go-to for chilly evenings, and I'm already considering a second one. Highly recommend!

Allison United States

Very thick and warm.

Only had it one night, so no durability report at this time. You can feel the wires when you're handling the blanket, making the bed, but they are not noticeable when you are lying in bed, and I had the blanket directly over the sheet, so right next to me. The blanket itself is quite warm and thick without even using the electric function. When on it warms up relatively quickly and evenly. I find blankets warm the bed quicker than mattress pad versions do. Good size, overhangs an adequate amount, but not too much. Nice butterscotch color, that I got a big discount for choosing.