As part of our test, we washed and tumbled dried each of the blankets five times after testing, and then conducted a full electricity safety test. All the blankets passed. Making a return to stores on Sunday, November 19, the Silentnight Luxury Heated Throw promises to deliver the ultimate comfort during the winter months. And if you’re worried about your heating bill, the throw just costs just 3p to run per hour, using 100W of energy.

Comfort A panel of five volunteers assesses each electric blanket and heated throw for comfort. There is quite a big difference in how snuggly each one is and underwires are more noticeable in some of them. For electric blankets, we also assess how easy each one is to attach to a mattress and how comfortable each one is to lie on under a fitted sheet.Last year, energy prices surged dramatically, and with the cost of living crisis, everyone’s bills went through the roof. With winter just around the corner again, many people are looking for ways to stay warm while keeping the heating off, and Mumsnet users swear by the best heated throws as a potential solution. Along with other ideas like using the best hot water bottle and wearing the cosiest women's slippers, these electric throws focus on heating the person and not the room to stave off the cold. And while they can be pricey initially, some throws cost from as little as 1p a night to run.

If you buy your blanket from a reputable UK retailer, as we did for our tests, then it should be safe. The blanket claims to be perfect for solo snuggling or shared cocooning. It also doubles up as a deluxe living room accessory. It promises to heat up in five minutes, with six temperature settings and an auto shut off timer. It’s also machine washable and tumble dryer safe; simply detach the digital control.

Temperature settings: Look for adjustable heat settings so you can get the most out of your blanket – some options have as many as 10 different settings! Bear in mind that it does often cost more to run a blanket on the higher settings, so it's a good idea to opt for one with good range.

The winter weather has officially set in, which means it’s time to wrap up warm and survive the chilly temperatures for the next few months. Fortunately, Lidl has announced the return of its heated throw so homeowners can stay for without spending too much on their heating and energy bills. There's often some confusion between heated throws and heated blankets. Whilst electric blankets are predominantly used as bedding, heated throws are used in other parts of the home. While your heated blanket warms your bed before you even step in, it can also help to maintain your body temperature throughout the whole night. This can help you remain in a deep and relaxed sleep, stopping you from being woken up during the night with chilly toes!By doing this, we whittled our longlist down and chose a selection of products that we think offer something for everybody. About the author When testing and selecting the best heated throws we considered size, heat settings, timer function and value. With many years of experience as a content and copywriter for her family business Urban Media Publishing, Gemma has written articles and blogs on travel, the outdoor industry, parenting and finance.