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Though only limited research supports such claims, many people use weighted blankets to ease insomnia or anxiety.
The constant pressure has a comforting effect whether you suffer from anxiety and stress or not. Its soothing effects work well when you're falling asleep or just getting cozy while watching a movie. The key is finding a weight that is right for your body. For tips on how to find a suitable weighted blanket, check out our weighted blanket FAQs.
We have four years of experience testing bedding products, including weighted blankets. For this guide, we put 14 of the most popular weighted blankets through several objective tests and slept with each for at least three consecutive nights. Read more about how we test weighted blankets.
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The best weighted blankets in 2022
Best weighted comforter: Brooklinen Weighted Comforter, $314.10 on Brooklinen
Brooklinen's Weighted Comforter has a premium plush design that blends seamlessly with the rest of your bedding.
Best weighted throw blanket: Bearaby Napper, $199 on Bearaby
The cocoon-like, knit-woven Bearaby Cotton Napper keeps you cozy yet cool as you lounge on the couch, it's entirely machine washable, and it's one of the heftiest blankets we tested.
Best weighted blanket on a budget: Luna Weighted Blanket, $69.99 on Amazon
Weighted blankets are typically expensive, but the Luna Weighted Blanket is gentle on your wallet despite being constructed from Oeko-Tex-certified cotton and filled with natural glass beads.
Best extra-heavy weighted blanket: Gravity 35-Pound Blanket, $299.99 on Gravity
Gravity's 35-pound weighted blanket evenly distributes weight across your king-size bed and is perfect for those who are looking for some extra heft.
Best cooling weighted blanket: BlanQuil Chill, $299 on BlanQuil
The BlanQuil Chill's unique cover disperses heat and stays cool to the touch as you fall asleep, but its slick fabric can cause it to slide off the bed.
Best king-size weighted blanket: HomeSmart Products King Size Weighted Blanket, $89.99 on Amazon
The HomeSmart Products King Size Weighted Blanket is large enough for couples, breathes well to keep you from overheating, and can go in the washer and dryer.
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Brooklinen's Weighted Comforter has a premium plush design that blends seamlessly with the rest of your bedding.
Pros: Looks just like a regular comforter, lots of plush fill, made of 400-thread-count cotton sateen, has duvet cover loops, accepts returns in any condition within one year of purchase
Cons: Dry clean only, duvet cover sold separately, difficult to adjust while using it
If you don't want to sleep under a stack of blankets or compromise your bedroom's look, you'll want a weighted comforter, and Brooklinen makes the best one we tried. It looks and feels like a traditional plush comforter but with an extra 20 pounds of weight integrated with tiny glass beads. The blanket itself is made of 400-thread-count cotton sateen, so it's soft enough to throw on your bed without a duvet cover.
That being said, we recommend adding a cover — corner loops make it easy to tie on — because the blanket is dry-clean only, which could run you anywhere from $20 to $50.
The 20-pound comforter we tested weighed closer to 24 pounds, but the extra weight didn't make too much of a difference once we laid it out on the bed. Sleeping under it was dreamy. We felt enveloped by the cushy fill but not too overwhelmed or overheated. It was difficult to adjust due to the weight and size, but we found this typical for nearly every comforter-sized weighted blanket we tested.
Though pricey, this comfortable weighted blanket is worth the investment, mainly because it will entirely replace your comforter. If you find it's not right for you, Brooklinen has an incredibly lenient return policy, accepting returns for any reason in any condition within 365 days of your purchase.
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Weighted blankets are typically expensive, but the Luna Weighted Blanket is gentle on your wallet despite being constructed from Oeko-Tex-certified cotton and filled with natural glass beads.
Pros: Excellent quality at a low price; comes in a wide variety of colors, sizes, and weights; fully machine washable; Oeko-Tex Certified construction; true to weight
Cons: Thinner blanket than some others on our list
Weighted blankets tend to be very expensive, but Luna offers an excellent weighted blanket at an affordable price.
We tested the 15-pound queen-size blanket, and the glass beads inside were barely noticeable, producing no beanbag effect. Whereas many other cheap weighted blankets are loaded with chemicals, the Luna Weighted Blanket is Oeko-Tex Certified, meaning it contains no harmful materials.
The blanket is much thinner than some of the others we tested. It stayed breathable and was light enough to adjust easily. It wasn't as cozy as others, but it's a great option to layer with your usual comforter or use during the warmer months.
As we've continued to test these blankets, the Luna has become a bit of a travel-sized weighted blanket. We wouldn't recommend taking it on an airplane — it's a bit bulky for that — but the Luna is thin enough for a road trip.
According to our scale, the blanket was a true 15 pounds, but that weight was dispersed over a queen-size surface area, making it feel lighter.
It's also one of the most straightforward blankets to clean. The entire thing fit into our compact washer-dryer and was fully dry within one cycle — and it got softer after just one wash.
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The cocoon-like, knit-woven Bearaby Cotton Napper keeps you cozy yet cool as you lounge on the couch, it's entirely machine washable, and it's one of the heftiest blankets we tested.
Pros: Aesthetic design, has significant heft, made from organic cotton, washable and dryable, 30-day return policy if blanket remains unwashed, the most versatile weighted blanket we tested
Cons: Doesn't fit in compact washing machines, takes multiple cycles to dry, the open weave may catch toes and fingers, heavier than advertised (though this may be a pro, depending on your preference)
The weight of the Bearaby Napper comes entirely from the dense organic cotton strands hand-knit into one of the most aesthetically-minded weighted blankets we've seen.
This is a hefty blanket. The blanket we tested, advertised as the 15-pound version, actually tipped the scales at 24 pounds. We contacted the company to verify that they sent the correct item, and they assured us they did.
It's not necessarily bad that they're heavier than advertised, but it's something to keep in mind when you order.
A blanket this heavy — and bulky — can be tough to shift around, and if it's going to live on your couch, it will take up quite a bit of space. We moved it to the bed. It drapes nicely over two people, but the open weave makes it prone to stretching if you need to pull it up. It hasn't become misshapen in any significant way, thankfully.
It's not quite a cooling blanket — Bearaby does offer one called the Tree Napper that we haven't tested — but it doesn't trap heat thanks to the open weave. The holes are pretty large, though, so if you are bothered by some toes or fingers poking through, you might want to look elsewhere.
The Napper is entirely machine washable and can go in the dryer in a delicate setting. We wanted to see how the blanket washed and dried, but it didn't fit in a space-saving apartment-sized washing machine.
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The BlanQuil Chill's unique cover disperses heat and stays cool to the touch as you fall asleep, but its smooth fabric can cause it to slide off the bed.
Pros: Stays cool to the touch, no beanbag feel, glass beads don't shift, 60-night sleep trial
Cons: Slides off the bed easily; the internal blanket is spot-clean only; only one size, one color, and two weights available
We've used the BlanQuil Chill regularly for about a year and a half and have had two iterations of the design.
We lined up all the cooling blankets we tested for this guide and ran our hands across each one, and the BlanQuil felt noticeably cooler than all the others. Plus, it did the best job of dissipating heat and getting back to its cool baseline.
Since it's slightly bigger than a twin bed, it's not a blanket that's intended to be shared. Glass beads add weight, but there's no beanbag feeling, and we've never felt them shift in a way that causes the blanket to feel lumpy or uneven.
The zipper on the removable, washable cover of the first version of the design was weak, couldn't handle the weight of the blanket, and broke just a couple of months into its use. But BlanQuil has since reinforced the zipper, and we've yet to have a problem with it. We even stress tested it by holding the weight of the blanket against the zipper, and it held firm.
Though it's one of the best we've used, the cooling cover's material has a bit of a sheen to it, which makes it slick, so it slides off the bed easily — especially if you toss and turn at night. As soon as it gets off-center, the blanket's weight will cause it to slide.
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Gravity's 35-pound weighted blanket evenly distributes weight across your king-size bed and is perfect for those who are looking for some extra heft.
Pros: Great for those who need a heavier blanket, weight is evenly distributed, no beanbag feel, the cover is machine washable, low profile blanket
Cons: Queen/king size only comes in 35 pounds, the cover should be washed before use, too heavy to adjust in the middle of the night, the inner blanket is hand-wash only, customers are responsible for return fees
When we first received the Gravity 35-pound blanket, we thought it would feel way too heavy, but we found it pretty manageable. It did tend to slide down the bed as we slept, and we'd often awake a foot lower than usual after chasing the blanket around through the night. It was simply too heavy to pull up or adjust while laying under it, though someone stronger will likely not have this issue.
One issue with this blanket was that the included micro-plush duvet cover felt oddly greasy out of the package. It left a film on our hands as we tried to smooth it out over the bed. But the zip-on cover is removable and washable, and a run through the wash resolved the issue. We can't imagine hauling such a heavy blanket into and out of a washing machine, so the removable cover is a huge plus.
The Gravity blanket is low-profile without any excess fill, so it won't add a lot of bulk to your bed. That said, it's not as plush or cozy as the Brooklinen comforter, which does also come in a 30-pound version, though it's much more expensive.
The brand also makes "single" size weighted blankets that measure 48-inches by 72-inches. We tested a 15-pounder with a cooling cover and found it performed well, but nothing made it stand out from the pack.
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The HomeSmart Products King Size Weighted Blanket is large enough for couples, breathes well to keep you from overheating, and can go in the washer and dryer.
Pros: Breathable organic cotton shell, glass beads sewn into pockets for even weight distribution, machine washable and dryable, the king size is large enough for couples, weight options up to 50 lbs.
Cons: Started to leak beads after 18 months of use, hard to track down customer support
If you're a larger person, you may have trouble finding a weighted blanket that can cover you completely. Even queen-size blankets might be too small. This was not a problem with the HomeSmart Products King Size Weighted Blanket.
At 88 inches by 104 inches and with weight options up to 50 pounds, it's the ideal blanket for couples who want to enjoy the comfort of a weighted blanket without sacrificing intimacy.
The HomeSmart blanket features micro glass beads sewn into 5-by-5-inch pockets to keep the weight evenly distributed. The blanket is machine washable and dryable. We've washed it several times over the last two-and-a-half years and have found it's an effortless endeavor. If you want to add a duvet cover, the blanket has 10 loops for tying one on.
We tested the 15-pound and 25-pound comforters and enjoyed both, though the 25-pounder was almost too restrictive. We prefer the 15-pounder. Thanks to its breathability, it's a great year-round blanket.
The HomeSmart Weighted Blanket isn't without its flaws. The 25-pound blanket started to leak beads after 18 months of use. This was likely due to one of our pets working a hole into it. We tried to reach customer service but couldn't get ahold of anyone.
Read our full review of the HomeSmart King-Size Weighted Blanket.
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What we recommend and why
Nest Bedding Luxury Weighted Blanket: With a silky jersey top and bamboo rayon bottom, Nest's weighted blanket feels nice without a duvet cover, though there are loops for attaching one. It's also fairly easy to wash, fitting just fine into a standard-size washing machine. The glass beads stay evenly distributed, and the blanket stays put during the night. The color selection is currently limited to a gray ombre.
Baloo Cool Cotton Weighted Blanket: The Baloo weighted blanket struck an outstanding balance between comfort and cost. Its construction and quality felt similar enough to the Luna that we'd instead recommend the one that's even more affordable.
Gravity Cooling Blanket: The blanket itself is well-built and high-quality, but the cooling cover didn't keep us cool. It just felt like any other weighted blanket and didn't do much to distinguish itself from the other blankets.
Brooklyn Bedding Dual Therapy Weighted Blanket: This blanket is dual-sided — with a silky cooling side and a minky textured side. The silky side stayed cool to the touch, and the bumps on the minky side provided an excellent sensory option. It didn't feel beanbaggy, and the weight was evenly distributed. But it was only available in one size, two weights, and one dark gray color, which severely limited how many home decor scenarios it would work within.
Saatva Organic Weighted Blanket: We like that this luxurious-feeling blanket comes with a 45-day return policy. Available in taupe or graphite cotton velvet, it looks and feels like a sophisticated take on a weighted blanket. The elegant diamond pattern also helps keep the glass beads in place so the weight stays even along the blanket. It comes in 12-pound and 20-pound sizes. Because the blanket is dry clean only, it was difficult to get rid of the slight initial odor that remained even after airing it out for several days.
What we don't recommend and why
Yaasa Weighted Blanket: This is a knit-style blanket similar to the Bearaby Napper, but Yaasa's weave was much tighter and allowed less airflow. The material also felt spongier and less cozy than the Napper. The Yaasa blanket was also dry clean only.
Helix Weighted Blanket: This double-sided blanket has a white sherpa fleece side and a gray minky fleece side. We found the sherpa side incredibly cozy. But it had one of the worst beanbag effects of any of the blankets, and there is only one size and color option available, though it did come in three weights. If this blanket suits your style, it's a decent buy for an affordable price.
YnM Weighted Blanket: This is an Amazon bestseller in weighted blankets, so we wanted to put it to the test. It's a perfectly good budget blanket, but the glass beads created a sort of beanbag effect that the Luna did not. The Luna is even cheaper and made of Oeko-Tex certified cotton, which isn't found with the YnM.
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There are several factors we took into consideration while assessing weighted blankets. Aside from the general coziness and comfort provided by each blanket, we also evaluated things like quality of material, value, weight options, and aesthetics. For example, a blanket that came in more color and weight options beat out a blanket of equal quality that came in 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 general user experience:
Sleep test: One of us 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 every day (hauling a weighted blanket is harder than it looks).
Wash test: We washed every weighted blanket or cover that was machine washable at least once to ensure they held up well in the wash 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 stepped on the scale with and without the blanket. The difference in weight gave us the blanket's weight. We then noted any discrepancies in the advertised weight versus the actual weight.
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