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UK Retailers Promote Heated Throws as Penny-Per-Hour Warmth After Energy Price Rise

The quoted running costs are estimates from retailers or MoneySavingExpert, not independent tests.

Overview

  • The Sun spotlights The Range’s Small Single Heated Electric Throw at £44.99, citing a 2p-per-hour figure from MoneySavingExpert and listing nine heat settings, a 120 x 160cm size, machine washability and a quick heat-up.
  • The Silentnight Luxury Super Cosy Heated Throw is featured at £59.99 with nine heat settings, a two-hour auto shut-off and HeatSafe overheat protection, with articles stating it can cost about 1p an hour to run.
  • The Mirror reports Dunelm’s Teddy Electric Throw priced between £40 and £75 across two sizes and several colours, drawing strong reviews for softness and fast heat with some buyers noting inconsistent sustained warmth or fabric feel.
  • Shoppers quoted in coverage say they use heated throws as an alternative to turning on central heating and describe them as comfortable and good value as colder weather sets in.
  • Safety guidance repeated across articles advises unplugging before bed unless rated for overnight use, avoiding certain mattresses or emollients, never pairing with hot water bottles, and inspecting regularly with replacement recommended about every 10 years.