The Best Cheap Weighted Blankets
Above-average ratings, below-average prices, no fake reviews.
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There are nearly 200 brands of weighted blanket available online and more than 1,000 size and weight variations. However, many of these blankets are actually the same model being resold under various names. I know this because I analyzed the weighted blankets listed on Amazon, Walmart, Urban Outfitters, Kohl’s and Overstock.com
The existence of these duplicates makes it easy to exclude blankets that have fundamental quality issues (like poor stitching or unevenly distributed filling) as well as blankets that are priced significantly higher than identical versions of the same product. Surprisingly, there are several inexpensive weighted blankets that meet an acceptable standard of quality.
The following “queen-size” weighted blankets are legitimately-rated at four stars or better and have sold for $50 or less in the past 12-months. Some of these blankets have sold for as little as $22 while on sale:
- Bare Home Weighted Blanket
- Weighted Idea Weighted Blanket
- YnM Weighted Blanket
- ZonLi Cooling Weighted Blanket
- Amy Garden Weighted Blanket
- P&R Ultra Plush Minky Weighted Blanket
- Beauty Kate Weighted Blanket
- Isilila Glass Weighted Blanket
- ZZZhen Weighted Blanket
- Hypnoser Weighted Blanket
- Safr Weighted Blanket With Duvet Cover
- Hiseeme Anxiety Weighted Blanket
- Bedextra Weighted Blanket
- HomeSmart Products Cotton Weighted Blanket
- Pine and River Bamboo Weighted Blanket
- Smart Queen Weighted Blanket
Unlike queen-sized sheets, which are made to drape over the sides of a bed, many weighted blankets are sized corner-to-corner. This means that a “queen-sized” weighted blanket will fit the outline of a queen-sized mattress with no room to spare. In the summaries below, I’ve done my best to account for negative reviews left by customers who didn’t read the actual dimensions of the blanket before buying it.
I’ve also included a simple price guide for each blanket. “Good value” is the average price that a blanket has sold for throughout the year; “great deal” is the lowest price that I’ve seen a particular blanket sell for.
If you’d like to learn more about the origin of weighted blankets, or to read more about my methodology for selecting products, scroll to the bottom of this buying guide for more information.
1. Bare Home Weighted Blanket (17lb., 60" x 80")
Good Value: $50 | Great Deal: $35
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Bare Home’s weighted blanket is soft, warm and easy to care for, according to several online customers. Some reviewers wish that a duvet cover was included; others say that the filling shifts around and bunches up.
2. Weighted Idea Large Weighted Blanket (15 lbs, 60'’x80'’)
Good Value: $68 | Great Deal: $43
Weighted Idea’s blanket has stellar reviews, with most customers liking or loving it. The blanket’s care tag says “Dry Clean,” but some customers claim that no dry cleaner would accept the blanket. The manufacturer recommends purchasing a duvet cover to reduce washing frequency.
3. YnM Weighted Blanket (15 lbs, 100% Cotton)
Good Value: $68 | Great Deal: $41
Many online reviewers had a better sleep (or felt more relaxed) after using YnM’s weighted blanket. The blanket sleeps cool according to most customers, but a few disagree. Some reviewers say this blanket may arrive with loose beads inside the package, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that it has a hole.
Note: This item was heavily discounted on Cyber Monday.
4. ZonLi Cooling Weighted Blanket (60'’x80'’, 15 lbs)
Good Value: $80 | Great Deal: $60
ZonLi’s weighted blanket is described as a giant hug by happy customers who suffer from restless leg syndrome. Online user reviews are very positive overall. One customer cautions that the blanket is a few inches shorter than its stated size and doesn’t fit perfectly into a queen-sized duvet cover as a result.
5. Amy Garden Weighted Blanket (60"x80",15 lbs)
Good Value: $59 | Great Deal: $41
This budget weighted blanket from Amy Garden was heavily discounted during Amazon Prime Day and is one of the cheapest weighted blankets available when it’s on sale. A majority of online customers love this blanket, though some complain that the blanket runs small and leaks glass beads.
6. P&R Ultra Plush Minky Weighted Blanket (60"x80", 15 lb.)
Good Value: $57 | Great Deal: $22
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Pine & River’s plush weighted blanket is snug, comforting and soft, according to several customers. Some reviewers say the stitching isn’t durable; others complain that their blanket leaked sand.
7. Beauty Kate Weighted Blanket (Adult, 20 lbs. 60'’x80'’)
Good Value: $58 | Great Deal: $41
Beauty Kate’s affordable weighted blanket is well-stitched and the filling is evenly distributed, according to several online customers. Some reviewers say this blanket sleeps hot; others say the material is rough. Many customers misunderstood the dimensions of this blanket and advise buying a size larger than the mattress.
Note: This item was heavily discounted on Cyber Monday.
8. Isilila Glass Weighted Blanket (60" x 80" 15 lbs.)
Good Value: $48 | Great Deal: $34
Isilila’s weighted blanket “feels like a hug,” according to several customers who say the blanket reduces anxiety and helps them fall asleep more quickly. Some reviewers wish they had ordered a king size blanket.
9. ZZZhen Weighted Blanket — 60'’80'’ 20LBs
Good Value: $55 | Great Deal: $39
This weighted blanket is soft, well-made and it doesn’t leak beads, according to several online customers. Many reviewers say this blanket sleeps hot and weighs five pounds more than it should (for better or for worse).
10. Hypnoser Weighted Blanket 15 lbs, 60"x80" Queen (5421)
Good Value: $68 | Great Deal: $50
Hypnoser’s weighted blanket contours itself to the body and makes good sleep easier, according to several online customers. Some reviewers say the blanket is too hot; others wish it came in more vibrant colors.
11. Safr 15-Pound Weighted Blanket With Duvet Cover
Good Value: $81 | Great Deal: $73
Safr’s weighted blanket relieves stress and anxiety, according to several online customers. Many reviewers say the included duvet cover is cheap and causes the blanket to bunch up.
12. Hiseeme Anxiety Weighted Blanket (60'’x80'’, 15 lbs)
Good Value: $55 | Great Deal: $40
Hiseeme’s plastic-filled weighted blanket is comfortable and sleeps warm according to several online customers. Multiple customers found this blanket to be 5 inches shorter than its stated measurements.
13. Bedextra 20lb. Weighted Blanket With Cotton, Glass Beads
Good Value: $62 | Great Deal: $40
This affordable weighted blanket has strong stitching and evenly distributed beads, according to several online customers. Some reviewers say this blanket is too hot; others were disappointed that it can only be washed by hand (and recommend buying a separate duvet cover).
Note: This item was heavily discounted on Amazon Prime Day.
14. HomeSmart Products Cotton Weighted Blanket (20lbs)
Good Value: $60 | Great Deal: $40
HomeSmart’s weighted blanket is cozy, comfortable and a good value, according to several online customers. Many reviewers say this blanket sleeps hot; others complain that it feels lumpy over time.
15. Pine and River 15-Pound Bamboo Weighted Blanket
Good Value: $70 | Great Deal: $40
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This inexpensive weighted blanket is soft, comfortable and sleeps cool, according to several online customers. Some reviewers wish this blanket retained less heat; others complain that it sheds beads.
Note: This item was heavily discounted on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
16. Smart Queen Weighted Blanket (20 LBS., 60"x 80")
Good Value: $48 | Great Deal: $40
This affordable 20-pound weighted blanket is an effective antidote for anxiety, restless legs and sleepless nights, according to several online customers. Some reviewers say this blanket isn’t warm enough to be used as a primary comforter; others complain that this blanket is shorter than its stated dimensions.
The Origin of Weighted Blankets
Weighted blankets help people sleep better: This was an unexpected discovery. In the late 1990s, an occupational therapist named Tina Champagne used weighted blankets to help patients “self-nurture, increase coping skills, increase reality orientation, and actively engage in self-care.”
At that time, deep pressure therapy was focused on children with autism or pervasive developmental disabilities. Ms. Champagne’s research at UMass Amherst and Cooley Dickinson Hospital focused on how adults would respond to a weighted blanket. Many used it as a sleep aid.
Years later, a clinical study entitled “Positive Effects of a Weighted Blanket on Insomnia” demonstrated that weighted blankets can help patients fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer and awake more refreshed. (The Gravity Blanket capitalized on this research, raising nearly $5 million on Kickstarter and making weighted blankets one of the most popular products on social media.)
More recently, the results of a randomized, controlled trial published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine concluded that those participants who used a weighted blanket for four weeks (and suffer from clinical insomnia) “reported significantly reduced insomnia severity, better sleep maintenance, a higher daytime activity level, and reduced symptoms of fatigue, depression and anxiety.”
Are Weighted Blankets Safe?
Healthy adults can safely use a weighted blanket, according to clinical research. The vital signs of 32 adults (with body weights between 112–234 pounds) remained in a safe range while participants were beneath a 30 pound blanket. A second study confirmed these findings among a 30 person group.
Those who are pregnant, asthmatic or suffer from respiratory problems like obstructive sleep apnea should speak with a physician before using a weighted blanket. Similarly, neither the American Academy of Pediatrics nor the American Academy of Family Physicians offer weighted blanket guidelines: Always consult a doctor before buying a weighted blanket for a child.
How Heavy Should a Weighted Blanket Be?
For a healthy adult, a blanket’s weight is a matter of preference, not a simple formula or ratio. Choosing a blanket that’s “10% of body weight” is merely a rule of thumb, not a clinical recommendation. This article focuses on 60-by-80-inch weighted blankets that weigh between 15–20 pounds.
Choosing the Right Size Weighted Blanket
A “queen-size weighted blanket” will not drape over the edges of a 10-inch queen-size mattress because, like the mattress, the blanket is 60 inches by 80 inches corner to corner. To fit a queen-size mattress like a traditional comforter should, a blanket should be 90 inches by 88 inches, according to the American Blanket Company. This misconception is the reason why many online reviewers wish that they had bought a “size up.”
How Much Does a Good Weighted Blanket Cost?
A good weighted blanket (with verified, above-average reviews) costs approximately $67, according to a 12-month analysis of price trends. Those same blankets cost around $49 while on sale: an average discount of 27%. A well-reviewed weighted blanket that’s made in the USA will cost approximately twice as much as many of the bestselling weighted blankets (which are often made in China).
Methodology for Selecting Products
I use data science to discover above-average products that are selling for below-average prices. To find weighted blankets with below-average prices, I first assemble a list of candidates, then organize those products by their 12-month average sale price, determine the median value and then exclude any blanket with a price above the mid-point.
To find weighted blankets with above-average reviews, I measure the relationship between 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 star ratings and flag outliers that fall outside of a normal statistical distribution. I also discount paid, sponsored and unverified reviews as well as unhelpful review behaviors from verified customers. Blankets with an average adjusted rating of less than 3.9 out of 5 are excluded; in the end, fewer than 20% remain.
About the Author: John DeFeo was formerly the creative director of Debonair Magazine. During that time, he had journalistic access to houseware executives as well as textile manufacturers who produced bedding materials. Additionally, he worked in collaboration with the editorial team that published Elle Decor as well as the editors responsible for the sleep science research that was published on Live Science.
