How to Make Heat Without Electricity or Fire

There's nothing like snuggling up with a cozy blanket after a long, cold day. While there's something to be said for variety— weighted blankets, gravity blankets, cooling comforters, and tortilla blankets, oh my!—there's just something about a heated blanket that adds an extra level of cozy. After a day spent hitting the slopes or simply working from home as the snow falls outside your window, a heated blanket is *just* the thing to keep you warm all winter long. From fleece-lined to sherpa we're sharing a heated blanket here for everyone.

Electric blankets are fabulous for an extra layer of warmth on especially cold winter days. But back when they first came on the scene, they weren't so hot. (Heh.) Invented at the turn of the 20th century, legend has it, heated blankets gained popularity after becoming a staple of tuberculosis sanitariums, where patients often slept in the cold open air and used them to keep warm. Over time, they evolved from bulky, onerous fire hazards to the technology your nana knows and loves today.

When shopping for an electric blanket, there are a few factors to keep in mind: size, material, heat levels, and safety features. We're big proponents of an automatic shut-off feature! These factors will help you choose not only the best, but coziest, and safest blanket for you and your needs.

If you're looking for a comfortable one to throw over the couch, a smaller blanket with a shorter automatic turn-off time is likely ideal, whereas one for a king-size bed will likely need to be larger, have a longer run time, and you may even benefit from two controls (one for you and one for your partner).

Whether you're in the market for a family member, a lucky friend, or yourself, read on for upgrades that are not only highly effective for keeping toasty but are practically chic, to boot!

1 Sunbeam Quilted Fleece Heated Blanket

Machine washable and dryer safe, this soft fleece electric blanket looks pretty much like any other lovely winter throw—albeit with 10 different settings so you can target your exact preferred temperature. (Also, it turns off on its own!)

2 Beautyrest Ultra Soft Sherpa Heated Blanket

Is this technically a blanket? Possibly not, depending on your definition. But it is an electrically heated shawl that will keep your shoulders warm and offers aswaddling sensation that will extend to the rest of your body by proxy.

3 Sunbeam Reversible Sherpa/Royalmink Heated Throw

After cuddling with this heated throw, you'll demand all your blankets be lined with microplush sherpa. And who could blame you?! Oh, and the other side? That, my friends, is soft mink. (Also important: that it hasthree heat settings, is machine washable, and features a three-hour shutoff to calm your fear of setting the couch on fire.)

4 Beautyrest Heated Plush Solid Microlight Blanket

If you get cold feet or have poor circulation, this blanket is the ideal way to get extra warmth. Ultra-soft microlight plush fabric makes this blanket super comfortable. And with eight colors and four size options, you're sure to find an option that suits your aesthetic. The heated blanket also features a 10-hour auto shut-off, 20 temperature settings, and two controllers in the queen and king sizes for customized temperature control.

5 Bedsure Heated Electric Throw Blanket

Warm up with this heated blanket that includes a temperature monitoring system to avoid overheating. You'll reach optimal warmth with five heat settings in just 20 minutes. It comes in six colors and two size options.

6 MicroPlush Sherpa and Reversible Flannel Electric Heated Blanket

This reversible heated blanket is like having two throws in one. And, it's great for winter. It boastst hree size options, two colors, 10 temperature settings, and a double temperature control so you can share the blanket,  you'll get the exact warmth you're looking for. Plus, it shuts off after 10 hours, so you'll stay cozy without the worry of forgetting it's on.

7 Tafici Electric Heated Blanket Throw

Perfect for a home office or relaxing on the couch, this super cozy heated throw has three heating levels and a four-hour auto shut-off for peace of mind. Get it in three colors of luxurious flannel. Plus, it comes with a 10-foot power cable for larger rooms. On reviewer wrote, "This heating blanket is the softest, warmest, and most cuddly blanket."

8 Homde Heated Electric Throw

The ultra-soft, comfy flannel heated blanket is designed to heat evenly with an added overheat protection and a protective four-hour automatic shut-off. With three warming settings, and a machine-washable material, you'll love to snuggle up with this blanket. One reviewer wrote, "This toasty blanket is nicely weighted and the perfect size to be portable. During the day, it makes a nice lap robe in my home office. At night, it's lovely on my side of the bed. "

9 Woolrich Electric Blanket

If you want tons of options, this 10-setting heated blanket is for you. It features a 10 hour automatic shut off and designed with ultra-soft microlight plush fabric. You can even get it from twin to king size and in seven different colors to fit your needs.

10 Shavel Home Products Heated Blanket

This electric blanket comes in a variety of soft pastel colors, and the seven-layer—yep, you read that right—construction is designed to keep you at an optimal temp. We also love that you can control the heat with remote controls.

11 Sunbeam Heated Electric Microplush Blanket

This red and black buffalo plaid check beauty has three settings. But it also happens to feature thinner, more flexible wires than other styles. Translation: better heat distribution and increased overall snuggle factor.

12 Beautyrest Duke Faux-Fur Heated Throw

Faux-fur throws are interior design aficionado favorites due to the high style factor. But this textured blanket isn't just pretty to look at. The heating technology adjusts based on the "ambient temperature of the room"—we're officially dubbing this one a smart blanket!

Sanah Faroke Associate Editor Sanah is the associate editor at Prevention.com focusing on all things commerce within the health and lifestyle space.

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How to Make Heat Without Electricity or Fire

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