Best weighted blankets
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When I've had a long day, there's nothing better than snuggling up with my weighted blanket. Whether I'm watching my favorite show on the couch or cuddling up for bed, the best weighted blankets provide gentle pressure to ease my racing mind and relax my tense body.
After testing two dozen options and talking to experts, we've picked our favorite weighted blankets based on feel, durability, care, and value. The science on weighted blankets is still emerging, but a recent study in Sweden found that weighted blanket use is connected to reduced insomnia symptoms and lower levels of anxiety and depression. While results vary for each person, and any benefits could very well be chalked up to the placebo effect, I've personally used and loved them for years.
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Our top picks for weighted blankets
Best overall: Bearaby Cotton Weighted Blanket - See at Bearaby
Best comforter: Eli & Elm Weighted Comforter - See at Eli & Elm
Best for hot sleepers: Baloo Weighted Comforter - See at Baloo
Best budget: YnM Original Weighted Blanket - See at Amazon
Best heated: Pure Enrichment WeightedWarmth Weighted Throw Blanket - See at Amazon
Best king-size: HomeSmart Products King Size Weighted Blanket - See at Amazon
Best overall
Bearaby's blanket combines heft with a couch-worthy design. The Bearaby Cotton Weighted Blanket is instantly recognizable with its iconic knitted design. Unlike most weighted blankets that get their weight from glass or lead beads, Bearaby's blanket is made with organic, Oeko-Tex certified heavyweight cotton. The unique knit design creates its signature weight without relying on extra materials. It also doesn't obviously look like what you may expect a weighted blanket to look like, giving it a stylish edge over traditional options.
You can pick from four weights and nine colors. Bearaby's weighted blanket comes in four weights, ranging from 10 to 25 pounds. It's throw-sized for one person, so it's perfect for tossing on your couch for added comfort and decor. I think it's the best weighted blanket for adults, since it's equally comfortable and stylish. I tested a 25-pound blanket in midnight blue, a lovely navy blue shade. Bearaby also offers a queen and king blanket that weigh 20 and 25 pounds, respectively, and kids sizes.
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I adore the knit fabric — with one (literal) catch. After having this blanket on my couch for months, I can say that I'm a huge fan. I love how breathable the design is. Unlike a solid blanket with little space for airflow, the knit weighted blanket has large gaps for air to flow through. While the knit holes are great for breathability, I noticed that my fingers and toes get caught in the fabric, which can feel awkward.
The lighter sizes are machine-washable. Bearaby's weighted blanket is technically machine-washable, but I wouldn't recommend machine washing any blanket heavier than 15 pounds since residential washers and dryers can only handle certain loads. When using, I've noticed a slight plasticky smell that has remained after use and multiple spot treatments.
It's backed by a year-long warranty. Bearaby added a 12-month warranty to all of its weighted blanket purchases that applies to blankets sold after June 1, 2025, adding a little extra peace of mind. The policy covers repairs and replacements if the product is defective due to faulty workmanship or materials, and is subject to case-by-case discretion.
Read our full Bearaby Weighted Blanket review.
Best comforter
This pick from Eli & Elm is like if a weighted blanket and a comforter had a baby. Weighted comforters are a perfect hybrid of a comforter and a traditional weighted blanket. Like a conventional comforter or duvet, they are oversized with edges hanging off the bed. The plush fiber is paired with glass beads or a similar weighted material for a feel that is both fluffy and soothingly weighted. It's basically like getting a hug from a puffy cloud.
Each size has a different weight. The Eli & Elm Weighted Comforter has a long-staple cotton shell that protects an interior of glass beads and fiber filling. The comforter has a quilted design with silver edges and four loops for a duvet cover. It's available in three sizes and weights: 13 pounds for a twin, 17 pounds for a queen, and 20 pounds for a king. You can't customize your comforter's weight based on your body weight, but the Eli & Elm site states that it chose these weights, as opposed to the 20 and 25 pounds commonly found elsewhere, as a way to "help you get the benefit of the weight without the restriction for those that toss and turn during the night."
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It's the perfect combination of fluff and weight. It looked and felt just like a traditional comforter, which sets it apart from other thin weighted comforters without interior fiber. It was also the perfect amount of weight for me, since it was heavy enough to have a soothing feel but not so heavy that I couldn't make the bed or pull the covers up in my sleep. I felt the beads through the cotton shell, which took some time to get used to.
It's great for couples, too. My partner and I are both blanket hogs, which can result in a game of tug-of-war over the blankets. That said, the Eli & Elm Weighted Comforter comfortably covered us both, so there was no need to steal more covers. We both woke up feeling well-rested and refreshed.
It actually stays cool. I was most worried about the heat dissipation with a weighted comforter. Both weighted blankets and comforters are notorious for being warm, and as a hot sleeper, I was concerned about overheating in the night. To my pleasant surprise, the Eli & Elm Comforter stayed cool throughout the night. The cotton shell is cool to the touch, and the comforter itself doesn't heat up. I'd also recommend using a duvet cover since the comforter is spot-clean only and designed to be paired with your duvet cover.
Best for hot sleepers
Some weighted blankets are stifling — but this one isn't. With their heavy weight and fill, weighted blankets are prone to overheating. For hot sleepers, finding a breathable weighted blanket in a cooling fabric is especially important. The Baloo Weighted Comforter is the best cooling weighted blanket, made with Oeko-Tex certified cotton and lead-free glass beads. It's made with natural materials, no polyester, as is common from many other weighted blankets.
It's also available as a regular weighted blanket. I was drawn to the comforter, but Baloo also offers a blanket-sized version, too. The key difference is the sizing, where the full/queen and king sizes fit the top of the bed, while the comforter sizes will drape. It's large enough for couples to sleep under, with the weight distributed in the middle of the blanket. Both versions come with loops so you can add a duvet cover. The blanket is available as a 12-pound throw, 15- or 20-pound full/queen blanket, or a 25-pound king blanket in four colors. The comforter is available in the same full/queen and king weights but measures 90 by 90 inches and 92 by 108 inches, respectively, in white and gray. It's noticeably thinner than the Eli & Elm Weighted Comforter, but the weight is also more pronounced and relaxing.
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Its crisp feel is perfect for hot sleepers. As hot sleepers, my partner and I loved this blanket's cooling capabilities. Because it's a cotton comforter, the outer shell is noticeably cool and stays that way throughout the night. Pressing my face into the fabric felt like touching a cool, silky material. It's super breathable, too, so heat doesn't get trapped under the blankets overnight. I never woke up sweating when I used this comforter.
Only machine wash blankets up to 20 pounds. Because of its heft, this comforter should only be professionally washed or spot-treated, but the blanket sizes up to 20 pounds can be machine-washed.
Best budget
A good weighted blanket doesn't have to cost a fortune. Weighted blankets tend to be very expensive, especially when you consider quality materials like glass beads or natural cotton fabrics, reinforced stitching to make sure the weighted filling does shift or leak, and the research and development that goes into these products. It can feel difficult to find a good weighted blanket under $100. With a queen-size blanket starting under $60, we were impressed with the price and quality of the YnM Original Cotton Weighted Blanket.
It's available in tons of sizes and colors. YnM's weighted blanket is available in 10 weights and 30 colors. There are even a few printed designs, like penguins and yellow flowers, which they made with kids in mind. I tried the 30-pound king-size blanket in light blue. I'm a large person, so I wanted to try the heaviest option available since a weighted blanket should be about 10% of your body weight. The king-size blanket came with a bonus duvet cover, most likely because the larger size is not machine-washable, and the cover makes it easier to keep clean.
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It feels noticeably cheaper than more expensive options. When I unboxed the weighted blanket, I noticed that the cotton shell was a little wrinklier and scratchier compared to the other high-end options on our guide. That said, it's cool to the touch. The blanket itself is filled with glass beads and fiberfill to supply its weighted feel. I've found that some blankets that are weighted with beads can feel like you're lying under a beanbag, which is the case with the YnM weighted blanket. That said, the weight was evenly distributed throughout the blanket.
Read our YnM Weighted Blanket review.
Best heated
It's so cozy, we fought over it. Weighted blankets are great for that hygge experience, but when you add heat, you take the coziness to a whole new level. Also featured in our best electric blanket guide, the Pure Enrichment WeightedWarmth Weighted Throw Blanket is the one we kept reaching for on cold winter nights. In fact, former reporter James Brains' wife loved this weighted heated blanket so much she didn't want to give it back to him to test.
It's throw-sized and dual-sided. At 52 inches by 60 inches, it's a little bit too small to cover most people completely, but it got the job done while lounging and watching TV. Even as antsy individuals who toss and turn, the Pure Enrichment heated weighted blanket kept us nestled underneath. The micromink and sherpa sides were both comfortable, though we prefer the sherpa side's plush comfort.
It heats quickly and efficiently. The Pure Enrichment WeightedWarmth blanket has four heat settings: warm, low, medium, and high, my favorite setting reaches 105 degrees Fahrenheit quickly. The 9-foot cord is long enough to reach electrical outlets without needing an extension cord or sacrificing comfort. After two hours, the blanket automatically shuts off.
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Caring for it is cumbersome. It relies on glass beads for its weight and tips the scales at 13 pounds, which we found was sufficient for its size. We also like the five-year warranty. The biggest negative is the care instructions, which are so long and detailed that they require a 6-inch-by-6-inch explainer sown into the blanket.
Best king-size
This king-size comforter is the best weighted blanket for couples. Couples who want to share a weighted blanket will want a king-size comforter. The HomeSmart Weighted Blanket is sold in oversized queen and king varieties, measuring 88 by 104 inches in various weights up to 50 pounds — some of the most diverse weight options we've seen. There's even a unique split-weight version we haven't seen anywhere else.
It's easy to wash. The HomeSmart blanket features micro glass beads sewn into 5-by-5-inch pockets to distribute the weight evenly. The blanket is machine washable and dryable. We've washed it several times over the last two-and-a-half years and found it an effortless endeavor. If you want to add a duvet cover, the blanket has 10 loops for tying one on.
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We prefer the 25-pound version. We tested the previously sold 15-pound and 25-pound comforters and enjoyed both, though the 25-pound was almost too restrictive. We prefer the 15-pounder, but since testing, 20 pounds seems to be the lightest weight available. Thanks to its breathability, it's a great year-round blanket but not necessarily fluffy like a traditional comforter.
It eventually leaked beads. The HomeSmart Weighted Blanket isn't without its flaws. After 18 months of use, the 25-pound blanket started leaking beads, likely because one of our pets had dug a hole into it. We tried to contact customer service but couldn't reach anyone.
Our top picks compared
| Our pick | Winner | Standout feature | One drawback |
| Best overall | Bearaby Cotton Weighted Blanket | Evenly-weighted, attractive heavy-knit design | Open weave catches fingers and toes |
| Best comforter | Eli & Elm Weighted Comforter | Traditional comforter fluff with extra weight | Limited options |
| Best for hot sleepers | Baloo Weighted Comforter | Crisp, cool, and hefty | Lacks traditional comforter fluff |
| Best budget | YnM Original Weighted Blanket | Affordable with huge array of options | Feels cheap compared to other blankets |
| Best heated | Pure Enrichment WeightedWarmth Weighted Throw Blanket | Hefty blanket with four heat settings | Throw-size only |
| Best king-size | HomeSmart Products King Size Weighted Blanket | Huge size and heavy weight perfect for couples | Long-term durability issues |
What else we tested
- Sleep Number True Temp Weighted Blanket: Sleep Number's weighted blanket was impressively cool and available in 12 and 20 pounds, but its interior frequently separated from the exterior cover. It's available in just one color.
- YnM Weighted Comforter: We loved the fluff in this weighted blanket, but it slept very hot. It's a lot more affordable than the Eli & Elm comforter, however.
- Silk and Snow Hand Knitted Weighted Blanket: Silk and Snow's knit cotton blanket is an excellent option, and a great dupe for the Bearaby. The holes in the knit are fractionally larger than the Bearaby Cotton Napper, so fingers and toes are more likely to be caught in the loops.
- Luxome Weighted Blanket: This weighted blanket has an optional removable cover with a dual-sided bamboo and minky plush fabric for a cooling and a warm feel. We didn't love the slick feel of the minky fabric, and the beads were noticeable while sleeping. It's also expensive for its quality.
What to look for in a weighted blanket
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Here are the main factors to consider when shopping for a weighted blanket:
Weight: Select a blanket roughly 10% of your body weight. You should be able to move freely under the blanket; if you can't, choose a lighter weight. You'll likely want something heavier if you share a weighted blanket with a partner.
Size: If you're sharing a blanket with a partner with a similar body weight, you'll want a weighted blanket that covers your entire bed. If you and your partner are very different weights, consider two smaller separate blankets in a throw or twin size. Remember that a 15-pound throw blanket feels much heavier than a 15-pound comforter since a larger blanket distributes its weight over a larger surface area. Blankets larger than the side of your bed can cause it to slip off, so many will fit the dimensions of a mattress exactly, but some comforter designs, like that we found from Baloo Living and Eli & Elm, remedy that by concentrating the blanket weight in the middle.
Material: Weighted blankets can come in various materials like cotton, TENCEL, microfiber, or polyester. Consider the outer fabric depending on whether you want a blanket with a more breathable design or something cozier. Some comforter-sized designs are also designed to be used with duvet covers or may even come with their own, in which case, designs with loops will make it easy to add a cover of your choice.
Fill type: Besides considering weight, size, and outer material, the inner fill is important. Weighted blankets rely on micro glass beads, plastic pellets, or steel shot beads, like in the case of Bearaby's knit design, the weight of its fabric. We don't prefer one fill over another regarding function, but steel and glass are generally more sustainable than plastic. Ideally, the fill shouldn't shift too much within the blanket or create a lot of noise when shifting under the blanket.
How we test weighted blankets
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Our testing methodology
Aside from the general coziness and comfort provided by each weighted blanket, we also evaluated material quality, value, weight options, and aesthetics. For example, a blanket with more color and weight options beats out a blanket of equal quality with fewer options. We also considered return policies, sleep trials, and how easy these blankets were to clean.
The following are three tests we ran each blanket through to assess the general user experience:
Sleep test: We slept with each weighted blanket for at least three consecutive nights. We noted how well we slept overall and how the blanket regulated our sleep temperature. We also assessed how well the blanket stayed in place and how easy it was to adjust while lying under it. This test also included making the bed daily (hauling a weighted blanket is harder than it looks).
Wash test: We washed every machine-washable weighted blanket or cover at least once to ensure they held up well and didn't shrink, shed, or otherwise show signs of wear. We noted if the added weight made them more challenging to haul into and out of the washing machine. We also discovered that one of the machine-washable blankets was so bulky it didn't fit into the washing machine. For those blankets that weren't machine-washable, we noted the care instructions and factored that into the cons of the blanket.
Weight test: We wanted to ensure each blanket was the advertised weight. To get an accurate reading, we weighed each blanket with a luggage scale. We then noted any discrepancies in the advertised weight versus the actual weight.
Meet the experts behind the guide
Kinsley Searles, associate home editor: I'm the current tester and writer for this guide. I've personally used weighted blankets for years to help my anxious mind slow down and relax at the end of a stressful day. I love testing all kinds of weighted blankets on my couch and bed — with the help of my pets.
James Brains, former senior reporter: As the former writer on this story, I tested weighted blankets in my own home. I also used my expertise as a product tester and reviewer to develop in-depth testing procedures.
Weighted blanket FAQs
Which weighted blanket is the best?
Rebecca Robbins, sleep researcher, author, and instructor in medicine at Harvard Medical School, recommends looking for brands with sleep trials and buyer-friendly return policies so you can test out a weighted blanket to see if it's right for you. "It's hard for the one-size-fits-all approach because we're all just so unique and have different physiologies," she said.
How do I wash a weighted blanket?
Many weighted blankets are technically machine washable, but we advise against washing any weighted blanket over 20 pounds in your residential washer and dryer. If your blanket is above 20 pounds, you'll need to spot treat it or take it to a professional cleaner. We recommend using a duvet cover, especially with heavier weighted blankets, for easier cleaning.
Read more in our how to wash a weighted blanket article.
How often should I wash my weighted blanket?
Brian Sansoni, Senior Vice President at the American Cleaning Institute, says to treat weighted blankets like any other comforter and wash them once or twice a year, while the duvet cover should be cleaned roughly once a month.
Are weighted blankets good for anxiety?
When we asked experts what sleep trends actually work, weighted blankets were toward the top of the list. However, no randomized clinical trials can speak to the efficacy of weighted blankets in treating anxiety since it would be obvious to participants whether they were using a weighted blanket. In our personal experience, weighted blankets have helped reduce stress and ease anxiety, but this could also be due to the placebo effect.
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