Last-minute gift idea: 7 best electric blankets to buy in Canada, from $46
The cold, hard and slushy truth is: Winter is officially here.
To us, that means it's time to upgrade your snowblower, make sure your winter boots are up to snuff — and cozy up under a blanket.
Adding comfy throw blankets to all of your favourite places to snuggle up is a great way to make your home feel like a utopia of warmth. Whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect last-minute gift for a friend or family member, one blanket that should be at the top of every winter wishlist is the electric blanket.
What is an electric blanket?
An electric blanket is exactly what it sounds like: A blanket that is comprised of integrated electrical wires meant to generate warmth. The perfect gift for the person who is always cold, electric blankets come in two different formats: under and over blankets.
The under blanket variety can be placed on top of your mattress but under the fitted sheet, acting as a heated mattress pad. An over blanket, like it sounds, is an electric blanket that can be used as a comforter, duvet or throw blanket.
Each electric blanket has a control unit that allows you to adjust the heat to your preferred temperature. This allows for a custom warmth to suit the individual user.
The best-rated heated blankets on Amazon Canada
Has this piqued your interest? Whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect last-minute gift, we've found the 7 best-rated electric blankets on Amazon Canada.
TLGREEN Electric Heated Blanket Throw
Rating: 4 stars
Review: The most affordable of the electric blankets, shoppers say this blanket "heats up fast and really helps to take the chill off." One reviewer even claims it "helps me get to sleep faster."
Tefici Electric Heated Blanket Throw
Rating: 4.2 stars
Review: One of Amazon's most-rated electric blankets, the more than 5,000 reviews claim this "very soft, very comfortable" blanket is "worth every penny" and makes you have "no desire to get out from under it."
CHRUN Heated Blanket Electric Throw
Rating: 4.5 stars
Review: When it comes to warmth, shoppers rave that this electric blanket "is amazing!" With automatic shut off after three hours, four heat levels and an extra long cord, reviewers "can't get enough of this warm blanket."
Lukasa Heated Blanket Electric Throw
Rating: 4.3 stars
Review: Shoppers love this electric blanket because it "heats up quickly" and "it makes the bed feel just the right temperature to crawl into." This is the perfect gift for someone "who is always cold."
Kozyus Electric Heated Blanket Throw
Rating: 4.2 stars
Review: Available in four colours: pink, navy, grey and ivory, this electric blanket has almost 900 reviews. Shoppers claim this blanket is "super cozy" and "heats up quickly."
WUEAOA Heated Blanket Electric Throw
Rating: 4.3 stars
Review: This electric blanket is so popular, shoppers claim it's their "new favourite thing." This can be attributed to the blanket's automatic shut off feature, soft texture and light weight. Some reviews even claim "it's the best purchase I've ever made."
ZonLi Heated Blanket Electric Throw
Rating: 4.1 stars
Review: Loved because it's "soft and thicker than other blankets," this heated version is made from "super soft fleece." Customers do complain this electric blanket "doesn't get super hot" so if you're looking to really boost the temperature, this may not be the best option.
