Upgrade Your Sleep and Space With the Best Weighted Blankets

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The best weighted blankets have clear functional appeal—devotees claim they quell anxiety, lower stress, and foster deeper sleep—but when it comes to aesthetics, the category wasn’t always stacked with options cute enough to leave out in your living room. Yet what originally seemed like just a fad now has a bit more staying power, as some of our favorite design-forward brands offer their own take on the trending item. (Yes, we’re still thinking about Ban.do’s limited-edition dip-dyed version.)

Weighted blankets replace the plush, Snuggie-esque polyester throws of yesteryear with elevated materials and color palettes. Think: 400-thread-count sateen comforters filled with glass microbeads and woven yarn designs in muted hues like almond, amber, and rosemary. So if you’re looking for a standout option that won’t sacrifice style, ahead are our seven favorites. 

Our Favorites

• Best overall: Bearaby Tree Napper
• Best design: Gravity Ombré Weighted Blanket 
• Best comforter: Brooklinen Weighted Comforter
• Best for couples: Sunday Citizen Super Soft Weighted Blanket
• Best sustainable: Nuzzie Knit Weighted Blanket
• Best entry level: Baloo Weighted Blanket 
• Best value: YnM Cotton Weighted Blanket

Best Overall: Bearaby Tree Napper 

Weight: 15, 20, or 25 pounds | Size: 40-by-72 inches | Machine washable: Yes | Material: Tencel, cotton, and spandex  

Why we chose it: A cooling, chunky knit that comes in a range of weights. 

This natural-fiber knit by Bearaby is a luxe alternative to typical synthetic versions. The brand’s classic cotton blanket is great, but the buttery feel of the Tree Napper is even softer on the skin. It’s made from knitted Tencel, a naturally cooling material with a smooth and comfortable feel that’s similar to high-quality cotton but more sustainable to produce. Muted pastels, deep berry, and neutrals add extra polish and “would look great styled in a basket, with a corner gently draped over the top,” says Andi Morse, founder and principal designer of Morse Design. The blankets are available in a single length and slightly adjusted widths, weighing 15, 20, or 25 pounds; they work best for solo use, though couples can use one horizontally for movie nights on the couch. The kids’ Nappling version is smaller and lighter, weighing 8 pounds.

Best Design: Gravity Ombré Weighted Blanket 

Weight: 15 pounds | Size: 48-by-72 inches | Machine washable: Cover is machine washable in cold water; tumble dry low | Material: Cotton 

Why we chose it: Gridded stitching, easy fastening, and a removable inner, complete with a chic ombré cover. 

This quilted, glass bead–filled blanket sports a 300-thread-count cotton cover with a subtle ombré effect. The design is available in sky blue, almond, and dove gray, and the material is supersoft and high quality. Morse suggests styling the blue version as a cover on a bed, paired with a comforter folded over at the bottom so you can still see the ombré. “Add some pretty blue and white pillows or shams, and your bed is complete,” she notes. 

Best Comforter: Brooklinen Weighted Comforter

Weight: 15, 20, or 30 pounds | Size: Twin, full/queen, king/California king | Machine washable: Spot-clean | Material: Cotton sateen 

Why we chose it: Simple design that can masquerade as a comforter. 

Prefer the cozy, puffer-coat feel of a down duvet to a knitted or fleece blanket? Brooklinen’s simple yet luxurious weighted comforter gets its heft from glass beads and features a 400-thread-count cotton shell that’s nice enough to leave out on display. Alternatively, you can customize it with stylish covers—think: a lush heathered gray cashmere pick for chilly winters or a luxe sateen cover for spring, available in an assortment of neutral hues, prints, and fun and colorful limited-run patterns.  

Best for Couples: Sunday Citizen Super Soft Weighted Blanket

Weight: 10, 15, 20, or 35 pounds | Size: 90-by-90 inches | Machine washable: Yes | Material: Microfiber 

Why we chose it: Go with this 35-pound extra-large blanket for a very comfortable cuddle session.  

For couples who’d rather share than tuck into separate, smaller blankets, Sunday Citizen’s design is one of the rare options designed for two people. At 35 pounds, it’s heavier than many on the market (most tend to top out at 25 pounds, even for king-size length and width dimensions). In lieu of glass beads, it has a unique filling: a mix of crystals, including quartz and amethyst for stress relief. The textured microfiber cover comes in muted pastels that offer a more elevated look than most synthetic covers on the market.

Best Sustainable: Nuzzie Knit Weighted Blanket

Weight: 8, 15, 20, or 25 pounds | Size: Twin, full, queen, or king | Machine washable: Yes; tumble dry on low | Material: Polyester 

Why we chose it: A beadless, extra-soft blanket that gets its weight from a down-alternative filling. 

Knitted from recycled polyester, each Nuzzie blanket purportedly saves the equivalent of 20 pounds of plastic waste, requires 25,000 fewer gallons of water to produce than similar all-cotton versions, and is more durable and stain resistant, too. Morse likes Nuzzie’s “great palette of colors, making it perfect for the end of a bed,” she explains. Like Bearaby, Nuzzie offers a smaller, lighter, 8-pound kids’ version, either with the same attractive thick knit or as a cotton-covered, bead-filled quilt. Plus the company donates a blanket to a person in need for every blanket sold. 

Best Entry Level: Baloo Weighted Blanket 

Weight: 12, 15, 20, or 25 pounds | Size: Throw, full, queen, king | Machine washable: Yes | Material: Cotton 

Why we chose it: If you’ve never tried a weighted blanket before but have wanted to give it a go, Baloo’s 12-pound throw is perfect for beginners. 

First-timers will appreciate Baloo’s affordable price points and blankets that are wider than most, like a full/queen (15 or 20 pounds), king (25 pounds), or throw (12 pounds). With a simple, clean, white-quilted appearance, Baloo’s construction is low-maintenance, too. The cotton exterior and interior linings are fully machine washable, unlike similar-looking blankets with washable covers and nonwashable inserts. The blanket feels thinner than most weighted blankets, making it a nice starter pick for the uninitiated who don’t want a too-thick design. 

Best Value: YnM Cotton Weighted Blanket

Weight: 5, 7, 10, 12, 15, 20, 25, or 30 pounds | Size: 48-by-72 inches | Machine washable: Yes | Material: Cotton 

Why we chose it: An affordable, versatile blanket—enjoy it alone or tie on a duvet cover to add heft to your bed. 

There aren’t many quality weighted blankets under $100, but this cotton-covered, glass bead–filled version has loads of positive reviews among its 43,000 ratings; it’s even Amazon’s number-one, best-selling weighted blanket. We suggest skipping the patterns and sticking instead to the simple solid options, like this light gray hue that will match everything. Best of all, there are a range of sizes and weights to choose from (as low as 5 pounds to as heavy as 30, to suit a range of sleeping needs). 

How We Chose These Products 

Our list of the best weighted blankets had to fit under one criteria: It could not appear like an infomercial sale of the early aughts (looking at you, Snuggie). Even if weighted blankets seem like a fad, they don’t have to look like one—we made sure to find luxurious, quality materials in timeless, muted color palettes and a versatile range of weights and sizes for a couch cuddle or bedside companion. We also took eco-friendly features into consideration, from sustainably harvested materials to recycled filling alternatives.

Our Shopping Checklist 

Weight

A weighted blanket’s bulk simulates deep touch pressure (DTP), a therapy approach that uses firm pressure and the feeling of being swaddled or hugged to reduce anxiety and stress. Generally, the rule of thumb is to choose a blanket that’s 10 percent of your body weight. For example, a 15- or 20-pound blanket might be great for one adult to use solo; a heftier 30- or 35-pound version (with larger dimensions in addition to heaviness; more on that in a moment) works well for couples; and lighter, under-10-pound blankets are ideal for young children and teens. 

Size

Choosing a weighted blanket isn’t exactly the same as selecting linens or comforters for your bed size. Some brands do offer dimensions scaled to mattress size, which is ideal if you plan to use your weighted blanket in the bedroom and/or share it with a partner. But many brands (like Bearaby, our best overall pick) size their blankets with solo sleepers in mind, so the length and width dimensions stay consistent across different weight options. 

When it comes to both size and heft of weighted blankets, bigger doesn’t automatically mean better or more anxiety and stress relief. A too-heavy or overly sprawling blanket could feel smothering or unwieldy (i.e., it could be hard to move around and shift sleeping positions mid-snooze), canceling out the intended soothing effect. 

Material

Once you’ve figured out the ideal weight and size, consider what type of material and construction of throw blanket you’ll enjoy most. For hot sleepers and warmer weather, cotton and eco-friendly Tencel, made from eucalyptus pulp, feel cooler and more breathable compared to plush, faux fur–like synthetic blends, the most ubiquitous (and, often, unattractive) type of weighted blanket available. Construction greatly impacts how a weighted blanket feels, too. If you tend to run hot, thick knit styles made with heavy, jumbo-size yarn allow for ample air ventilation thanks to their wide weave. These one-piece designs are also typically simpler to clean since there aren’t multiple layers or a cover to remove. Or opt for a quilted exterior if you prefer the look and feel of a traditional duvet; these are filled with glass or plastic beads to add weight. 

Ask Domino

Q: Is there a filling that’s best? 

According to Brooke Alexander, chief branding officer of Nest Bedding, glass beads are preferred (but certainly not the be-all and end-all). “Glass, by nature, is a great insulator. It lends itself well to the different face fabrics of our weighted blanket—allowing each side to excel at its intended purpose (i.e., cooling for bamboo and insulating with the jersey knit),” says Alexander. “From our testing, we felt that the glass provided the best weight-to-volume ratio. The blanket still feels substantial without being too bulky. The fact that glass is machine washable and hypoallergenic was another benefit.” 

Q: Can you wash a weighted blanket? 

Yes, the best weighted blankets are usually machine washable (nearly every option on our list is), but be sure to check the care instructions first. Generally, knitted blankets can be machine-washed but need to be air-dried, often for a long amount of time given the weight and absorbency of the jumbo yarn used. Blankets filled with glass or plastic pellets usually have washable covers, though the weighty interior layer often can’t be washed. 

Q: Can children use weighted blankets? 

Definitely; in fact, they’re sometimes used to aid in alleviating anxiety and attention issues in kids, though heed this disclaimer: The jury is still out on how much of an impact they actually have. Little ones will just need their own pint-size throw to burrow under, like these 8-pound options: Bearby’s Nappling blanket and Nuzzie’s kids-size blanket (both featuring the same jumbo knits as their full-size counterparts) and Nuzzie’s cooling cotton-covered, glass bead–filled blanket. 

Q: What’s the best way to store a weighted blanket?

“Since weighted blankets take up more room than a typical throw, it’s not a great piece to keep draped over a sofa or chair,” says Morse. Instead she recommends storing it “neatly rolled in an open basket.” 

The Last Word

For a throw or comforter that feels as welcoming as a loved one’s hug, the best weighted blankets aren’t just a fad. These home-friendly designs will easily fit into your interior scheme, chicly draped at the edge of your bed or neatly folded in a living room storage basket until you’re ready to curl up with this surprisingly luxurious item you never knew you needed.