Picking the best electric blanket washable comes down to how each one goes through the washer and dryer. All five picks here detach or remove the controller before the blanket is cleaned. Dryer steps differ, from a plain machine dry to a timed low-heat routine with line drying.
We compared the makers’ specifications on each Amazon listing to rank these five blankets. Our electric blanket washable reviews guide goes model by model, and our best electric blanket guide covers more sizes. Read our Editorial Policy to see how picks are chosen. Never fold or bunch an electric blanket while it is on. Do not use one for infants or anyone who cannot work the controls.
Top 3 Picks for the Best Electric Blanket Washable
Sunbeam Fleece Heated Blanket Queen
- Detach the controller, then machine wash and dry
- Digital controller with a backlit display
- 12 heat settings to pick a warmth level
Degrees of Comfort Heated Blanket King
- Detach the controller and toss the blanket in the wash
- Goes in the dryer, per the maker
- Dual controls for each side of the bed
WATOFT Heated Blanket King
- 13.3-foot control line for room to move
- 10 heating levels from 91.5 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit
- Cold-water wash, then tumble dry at low heat
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Electric Blankets Compared
| # | Product | Key Features | |
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| 1 |  Sunbeam Fleece Heated Blanket Queen |
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| 2 |  Degrees of Comfort Heated Blanket King |
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| 3 |  WATOFT Heated Blanket King |
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| 4 |  Wapaneus Flannel Heated Blanket Twin |
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| 5 |  TICOO Flannel and Sherpa Heated Blanket Full |
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1. Sunbeam Fleece Heated Blanket Queen
Best Overall
- Detach the controller, then machine wash and dry
- Digital controller with a backlit display
- 12 heat settings to pick a warmth level
- 1- to 12-hour selectable auto-off
- Must come out of the dryer while damp and hang to finish drying
- Controller: Digital, backlit display
- Fabric: 100% polyester fleece
- Care: Detach controller, machine wash and dry
Cleaning takes two steps: detach the controller, then send the blanket through the washer and dryer.
Heat-sensing technology helps the blanket hold consistent warmth.
Right buyer for the Sunbeam Royal Ultra Fleece
Choose this queen if you want a backlit controller and 12 heat settings with machine wash and dry care.
Wrong buyer for the Sunbeam Royal Ultra Fleece
Pass on it if you want a heavyweight blanket, like the Degrees of Comfort or Wapaneus pick.
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2. Degrees of Comfort Heated Blanket King
Best Microplush King
- Detach the controller and toss the blanket in the wash
- Goes in the dryer, per the maker
- Dual controls for each side of the bed
- Microplush fabric in a 100 x 90-inch king
- Auto-off is fixed at 10 hours, with no timer choices like those on the Sunbeam, WATOFT and Wapaneus picks
- At 0.25 inches, thinner than the 0.5-inch Sunbeam and 0.45-inch TICOO picks here
- Controller: Dual, detachable
- Fabric: Microplush, 100% polyester
- Care: Machine wash, dryer use allowed
Each side of the bed gets its own zone, so two sleepers can set their own warmth.
It comes in Blue, Mocha and Ivory.
Right buyer for the Degrees of Comfort King
Pick this king if you want microplush fabric with a separate zone for each sleeper.
Wrong buyer for the Degrees of Comfort King
Look elsewhere if you want a timer you can set, like the 1- to 12-hour ones on the Sunbeam and WATOFT picks.
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3. WATOFT Heated Blanket King
Best Controller Reach
- 13.3-foot control line for room to move
- 10 heating levels from 91.5 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit
- Cold-water wash, then tumble dry at low heat
- 220gsm flannel with 200gsm sherpa fleece
- Power cord runs only 6.1 feet to the outlet
- Care notes rule out ironing, bleach and dry cleaning
- Timer: 1 to 12 hours, 10-hour auto-off
- Controller: Dual, remove before cleaning
- Care: Cold wash, tumble dry low
Remove the controller and let it cool down before the blanket goes in the wash.
The maker suggests air-drying or low-temperature drying over a regular tumble.
Right buyer for the WATOFT Flannel Sherpa King
Go with this king if you want a 13.3-foot control line and a listed heat range.
Wrong buyer for the WATOFT Flannel Sherpa King
Pass if your outlet sits far from the bed, since the power cord is 6.1 feet.
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4. Wapaneus Flannel Heated Blanket Twin
Best Step-by-Step Drying
- A five-step dryer routine printed on the listing
- Machine or hand wash in water below 86 degrees Fahrenheit
- 220GSM flannel on both sides
- 12-hour timer settings
- Must hang until completely dry before you reconnect the power or control plug
- Power must be turned off whenever you leave the room, per the maker
- Controller: Removable
- Fabric: Double-sided flannel
- Care: Wash below 86°F, low dryer
Preheat the dryer on low for 2 minutes, then tumble the blanket on low for 10 minutes.
Pull it out damp, stretch it, and hang it on a rod with no clothespins.
Right buyer for the Wapaneus Flannel Twin
Get this twin if you want exact dryer times and a hang-dry finish spelled out.
Wrong buyer for the Wapaneus Flannel Twin
Pass if you want 12 heat settings, which only the Sunbeam pick lists.
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5. TICOO Flannel and Sherpa Heated Blanket Full
Best Gentle-Cycle Wash
- Cold-water wash on a gentle cycle, then tumble dry low
- 10-minute rapid heating
- Microplush flannel on one side, sherpa on the other
- Storage bag included in the box
- Only 5 temperature settings, fewer than the Sunbeam, WATOFT and Wapaneus picks here
- At about 5.9 pounds, this full outweighs the 5.7-pound Sunbeam queen
- Controller: Detachable
- Fabric: Microplush flannel and sherpa
- Care: Cold, gentle cycle, tumble dry low
The maker says the fabric keeps its shape, softness and heating after multiple washes.
Thin, non-bulky wires sit inside, and level 2 to 3 is the suggested sleep setting.
Right buyer for the TICOO Flannel Sherpa Full
Try this full size if you want a gentle-cycle wash and a storage bag in the box.
Wrong buyer for the TICOO Flannel Sherpa Full
Pass if you want more than 5 settings; the Sunbeam pick has 12, and the WATOFT and Wapaneus picks have 10.
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How to Wash and Dry an Electric Blanket
- Detach or remove the controller before the blanket touches water.
- Check the water: WATOFT and TICOO call for cold, and Wapaneus for below 86 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Use low heat when the label allows a dryer.
- If the label says to hang it damp, stretch it back to size and drape it over a rod, with no clothespins.
- Let the blanket dry completely before you plug the controller back in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which blanket comes with step-by-step dryer instructions?
The Wapaneus Flannel Twin does: 2 minutes of dryer preheat, 10 minutes on low, then hang it damp.
Which blanket calls for a gentle wash cycle?
The TICOO Flannel Sherpa Full does, with cold water and a low-heat tumble dry after.
Which blanket has a backlit controller display?
The Sunbeam Royal Ultra Fleece has one, on a digital controller with 12 heat settings.
Does the WATOFT blanket go in the dryer?
Yes, it can tumble dry at low heat, though the maker recommends air-drying or low-temperature drying.
Final Verdict
The best electric blanket washable for most beds is the Sunbeam Royal Ultra Fleece, with machine wash and dry care. Pick the Wapaneus for exact dryer steps or the TICOO for a gentle cycle.
Best Overall: Sunbeam Fleece Heated Blanket Queen Check Latest Price
Best Microplush King: Degrees of Comfort Heated Blanket King Check Latest Price
Best Controller Reach: WATOFT Heated Blanket King Check Latest Price
Detach the controller, follow the listing’s wash steps, and let the blanket dry fully before use.
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