The Best Blankets You Can Buy Right Now (Tested by Editors!)

You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but a bed? Now that’s fair game. As an essential layer on your bedscape, bed blankets can make a major impact on the quality of sleep you get, not to mention the overall look and feel of your space. And because they’re available in a seemingly infinite combination of fabrics, styles, and thicknesses, finding the best blankets can seem a bit daunting and difficult if you don’t know what you’re looking for.

You’ve seen our lists of the Best Sheets, Best Mattresses, and Best Pillows; now it’s time to talk about the best blankets that you can buy for your bed. To help you figure out where to spend your hard-earned dollars, we spent weeks (and in some cases, months) sleeping under bed blankets of all sorts, layering them up with our comforters and even using them on their own.

The options on the list below are all absolute winners that stood out in every category, from cooling to faux fur to all-season. Keep reading to learn how to find the blanket of your dreams and see our editor-favorite picks.

Your sleep patterns and lifestyle are big factors in choosing the best blanket for you. Are you a hot sleeper or do you get chilly in the middle of the night? Do you love snuggling up under heavy covers or do you prefer something light and breathable? Do you have a pet that has been known to destroy your nice things? Will very specific washing instructions stress you out? All of these variables will help drive your decision.

You can search for an option that addresses your specific needs when it comes to weight, size, material, style, and more. To identify special features of a blanket you’re considering, keep an eye out for terms like “breathable,” “thermoregulating,” “oversized,” “weighted,” and “reversible.”

There are too many options out there to settle for a bed blanket that you don’t absolutely love. Think about the material you like, the colors available, and the way a rambunctious pet might mess it up. You want your pick to look just as fantastic (or close to it) on day 1,000 as it did on day one.

Bedding essentials and other home textiles are subject to certifications that let consumers know about the materials and processes used in making them. Here is a list of the usual suspects to look out for.

• OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified: Products are free of harmful synthetics and dyes.
• Made in Green by OEKO-TEX certified: Materials used in products are traceable and have been tested for and are free from harmful substances.
• GOTS certified: Products align with the Global Organic Textile Standard, which defines the worldwide recognized requirements for organic textiles.
• Cotton LEADS program: A reliable cotton supply chain providing raw material that is responsibly produced and identified.
• Made Safe certified: Products are nontoxic and made with safe ingredients/materials.
• Fair Trade certified: Products are created in alignment with the economic standards in place for manufacturers to equitably distribute the benefits of ingredient, material, or product trade.
• Global Cotton Initiative partner: The production process uses fewer synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, increases cotton yields, reduces water usage, improves soil health, and applies decent work principles.

We tested a wide range of bed blankets and judged them on the following criteria:

• Performance: Does the blanket live up to its promises? Are the size, color, and texture what we were expecting? How does it hold up after washing?
• Quality: What materials is it made from? What certifications does it have? Is it from a brand you know and trust?
• Value: Does the price reflect the quality you’re getting? How does the price compare to similar options?

A larger version of the brand’s best-selling Snug Throw, Sunday Citizen’s Snug Bed Blanket has every quality you could ever dream of in a bed blanket: It’s suitable for every season, has a medium weight that’s ideal for layering, and looks beautiful on top of the rest of your bedding.

Senior Shopping Editor Britt Franklin was already a fan of the brand’s Snug comforter and found the blanket version to be a perfect, more-lightweight complement. (And she runs hot while she sleeps!) It features the same microfiber blend, designed to be impressively fluffy and breathable at the same time. It’s also gentle on your skin because the materials are all hypoallergenic.

“Dare I say the blanket is even softer than the comforters?” Britt says. “It’s super cozy and has a gorgeous texture. I’ve been using it as an extra bedding layer during the transitional months, and it’s just the right weight, not too heavy or too light so I get added warmth when I need it and I don’t overheat, either.”

Who It’s Best For: People who want maximum fluffiness and softness without the density; people who want a blanket that never has to leave their bed, regardless of the season.

Specifications:

• Material: 100% microfiber
• Colors: 8 options
• Sizes: Twin/full, queen, king
• Certifications: OEKO-TEX Standard 100-certified

West Elm’s Reversible Double Cloth Blanket has a quiet luxury vibe. Its muted, double-cloth gauze construction looks casual and understated, but feels divine. “I’ve longed for a blanket that’s breezy but still feels cozy, and this is the first option that ticks all the boxes,” wrote Tamara Kraus, AT’s former managing commerce editor, in her review. “And it’s not just functional; it’s luxe-looking, too. I love the stitched design, which adds a pop of subtle texture to my neutral bed setup.” 

Cool in the summertime yet cozy in the fall and winter, the Double Cloth blanket is a great pick for anyone willing to invest in a splurgy, well-made blanket they can comfortably snuggle up in year-round. “I use this as the only blanket on my bed since I run so hot, but it also makes for the perfect layering blanket on top of a comforter, too,” Tamara adds. “No matter how you sleep, it’s ideal for year-round use.” And because it’s reversible, it’s kind of like getting two blankets in one. 

Read our full review of the Reversible Double Cloth Blanket.

Who It’s Best for: People who want to invest in a bed blanket that works for every season; people who run hot while they sleep but want something that can be layered during the colder months. 

Specifications:

• Material: Cotton; cotton-linen border 
• Colors: 2 options
• Sizes: Full/queen, King/Cal King

You could layer nearly any blanket on this list, but the pick that’s most ideal for this purpose is The Company Store’s LaCrosse Down Alternative Blanket. It offers ample warmth without being too bulky (aka perfect qualities for a layering blanket), and it’s made with the brand’s exclusive LoftAIRE Down Alternative fill and a box construction that keeps the stuffing evenly distributed.

While the 295-thread-count cotton twill shell is smooth to the touch, former Senior Style Editor Blair Donovan actually uses her blanket as a duvet insert. “I kind of DIY’ed my own corner ties and made it work inside of a linen duvet cover.”

Blair reports that this choice is soft and lightweight yet thick enough to be a primary year-round layer. If you don’t usually sleep with more than one layer when it’s warm out, this blanket is thin enough to fold and keep at the foot of the bed for daytime naps or for nights when the temperature dips.

Read our full review of The Company Store LaCrosse Blanket.

Who It’s Best For: Sleepers who like to layer their bedding in the colder months; people who want a little extra fluff in their bed blanket.

Specifications:

• Material: 100% cotton shell, down alternative fill
• Colors: 11 options
• Sizes: Twin/twin XL, full/queen, king/Cal king
• Certifications: OEKO-TEX Standard 100-certified

*Honorable Mention: Crate and Barrel’s Oversized Bed Throw Blanket won over former Commerce SEO Writer Haley Lyndes. Like its name suggests, it’s technically a knit throw blanket, but its dimensions are 80×80 inches. (For reference, a full mattress measures 54×75 inches and a queen is 80×60 inches.) It’s thin enough for layering and folding up for compact storage. 

Anyone that’s short on space knows the importance of all-season bedding. If you don’t want to strip your bedding when the temperature rises, then former shopping writer Morgan Pryor highly recommends The Company Store’s Sweatshirt Blanket. According to her, there’s a high likelihood that you won’t feel the need to kick it off in the middle of the night.

It has a knit texture on top and reverses to a cozy fleece lining, so it feels as comfy as your favorite sweatshirt. “Like a true sweatshirt, taking care of it is easy; it’s machine-washable and dryer-safe,” Morgan adds in her review. It offers just-right comfort during the warmer months, yet somehow keeps you perfectly toasty during harsh winters, too. “I’ve been relying on the Sweatshirt Blanket through some of the coldest weather I’ve ever experienced in New York City, and it’s such a versatile weight that I plan on using it well into spring and possibly even on its own in the summer.” 

Read our full review of the Reversible Sweatshirt Blanket. 

Who It’s Best For: People who live in small spaces or are short on storage; people who prefer versatile bedding.

Specifications:

• Material: 100% Polyester knit 
• Colors: 3 options
• Sizes: Twin/twin XL, full/queen, king/Cal king

As described by former Executive Commerce Director Mark Marino, Boll & Branch’s Lightweight Bed Blanket “proved to be a champion.” Sporting a subtle basketweave, this airy bed blanket is breathable, ultrasoft, and ideal for pairing with the rest of your bedding. It’s made with 100% long-staple organic cotton that contributes to its smooth feel and durability.

Surprisingly, the blanket also has a light sheen that takes it from purely functional to stylish. Thanks to its oversized fit, the blanket can also accommodate multiple mattress sizes. While the price tag for this Boll & Branch winner is notably high, we consider it worth the splurge as it’s long-lasting, versatile, and timeless.

“Because it’s so lightweight and breathable, I never broke a sweat as I slept,” says Mark, who’s used the blanket in 80-degree weather as well as the chillier months. “On the cooler nights, I added a comforter to the mix, and I swear I’ve never felt cozier. I didn’t overheat, and I actually found that I was sleeping better and stopped waking up several times in the middle of the night — which is unheard of for me.”

Read our full review of the Boll & Branch Lightweight Bed Blanket.

Who It’s Best For: People who want a lightweight blanket that’s organic, great for layering, and sumptuously soft.

Specifications:

• Material: 100% cotton
• Colors: 7 options
• Sizes: Twin/twin XL, full/queen, king/Cal king
• Certifications: OEKO-TEX Standard 100- and GOTS-certified

Sometimes a comforter is just too much during the warmer months, and a bed blanket is all you need. If you want a blanket that has some extra oomph in the cooling department, then Coop’s Comphy Coolspa Blanket is guaranteed to do the trick. Morgan replaced her too-heavy comforter with this pick during a stuffy summer last year, and she fell in love with the silky-smooth exterior that’s always cool to the touch, just as its name suggests.

It’s made of the brand’s exclusive nylon and spandex blend, and the fill’s blend is cooling, too. Backed up by third-party lab testing, the brand’s CoolSpa bedding “disperses more heat than bamboo, silk, or other popular synthetics.” If that isn’t enough endorsement, Morgan’s mom immediately bought one of these blankets for herself after she stayed over at her apartment for a few days.

“I thought I would find myself missing the fluffiness [of a comforter] — the CoolSpa blanket is on the thinner side — but it’s still just thick enough to bundle up in,” her review says. “The fill is evenly distributed throughout due to the quilted stitching, which also gives it a classic, minimalist look.”

Read our full review of the Coop Comphy CoolSpa Blanket. 

Who It’s Best For: People who run warm while sleeping; people whose apartments get hot in the summer.

Specifications:

• Material: Nylon/spandex blend CoolPhiber fabric; polyester and nylon blend fill
• Colors: 3 options
• Sizes: Throw, full/queen, king/Cal king
• Certifications: OEKO-TEX Standard 100-certified

Ask Charli Penn, AT’s editor-in-chief (and self-proclaimed “blanket queen”), and she’ll tell you that the Lola Blanket is worth all the hype it gets online. The double-sided faux fur blanket is warm and plush — perfect for cozying up on the couch in the fall and winter. “The Lola blanket is the most well-rounded blanket ever. It’s a double-sided, faux fur dream that’s unbelievably soft and warm,” Charli wrote in her review. “It feels so plush and luxurious to the touch — and it’s now a staple in my home for all fall couch activities.” 

Made of 100% polyester, the blanket is vegan and cruelty-free. And it’s surprisingly easy-care for something so luxe: Machine-wash on a cold setting (skip fabric softener), then hang it up to dry. It’s that simple. What’s more, the faux fur fibers stay put without shedding, so you can enjoy its toasty warmth for many seasons to come. 

Read our full review of the Lola Blanket. 

Who It’s Best For: People who enjoy the feel of weighted blankets and faux fur; people who want a substantial layer of comfort and warmth.

Specifications:

• Material: 100% polyester faux fur
• Colors: 60 options
• Sizes: Baby, Medium, Large, Lola XL  

If you and your partner are always arguing about who stole the covers first, then this is the blanket for you. Britt always wanted to try a Big Blanket, but she was worried that it would overwhelm her not-exactly-large space. If you’ve had the same concern, you can stop worrying.

Although this 10×10-foot blanket is bigger than a traditional king, it’s perfectly oversized and actually makes an excellent extra bed layer since it hides her bed frame better than other covers. It’s quite easy on the eyes, too. Britt says the pictures don’t do it justice — this blanket is gorgeous.

The Big Blanket is manufactured with a four-way stretch that gives it a sophisticated look, a smooth feel, and a slight sheen. And while it is jumbo, it’s not too cumbersome for your linen closet — although you might not even need to store it. While the Big Blanket has been a great addition to Britt’s bedroom during the winter, she actually keeps it out year-round!

Read our full review of The Big Blanket.

Who It’s Best For: Partners who steal the covers from each other.

Specifications:

• Material: 93% polyester, 7% spandex
• Colors: 20 options
• Sizes: 8’x8′, 10’x10′
• Certifications: OEKO-TEX Standard 100-certified

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