Yes, I have one and I love it. It's a Biddeford and I've had it for about three years. I can't remember where I got it, but I don't think I paid more than $80 or so for it. It's not the sherpa style, just a basic cream colored plush blanket. I love the controls because they are wedge shaped and you don't knock them over if you reach over to adjust the temp or move something around on your nightstand. I like that they have an auto shutoff.

Here's what I think I have, sold at BBB. Those are the controls I like.

I had bought a more expensive blanket (can't remember brand) but it was so heavy I took it off after one night. I don't like heavy bedding. This one was less expensive and works just like it's supposed to. Unless we're having a heatwave, most nights I at least preheat the bed before I get in.

My cats love the extra warmth.

[I found the thread when I bought my blanket. It was from Penney's and only two-plus years ago.[(https://www.houzz.com/discussions/electric-blanket-recommendations-dsvw-vd~4302469)

I'm throwing in a plug for electric mattress pads, in case you hadn't considered one or didn't know they existed. We have them on all our beds and love them (if you are interested I can see what brand we have when I get home from work--let me know).

Another vote for a heated mattress pad. It is one of my most prized possessions!

https://www.costco.com/Sunbeam-Premium-Quilted-Heated-Mattress-Pad.product.100136905.html

https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-electric-blanket-and-heated-mattress-pad/

My Biddeford from Bunny's 2+ yo thread is still going. I've washed it numerous times (gentle) no issues. Sometimes I turn it on just for the cat and dog.

I tried an electric blanket and didn't like it. I ended up with a heated mattress pad and LOVE it. Maybe it was the type of electric blanket I tried but found it too heavy and almost suffocating.

jn3344, glad you like your blanket! Our cats definitely look related.

Would a queen size heated mattress pad fit in a regular size top-load washer (SpeedQueen)?

Last time I looked into a replacement for my dead electric blanket I couldn’t find anything with favorable reviews. I don’t like them anyway but DH does. I never bought one. I thought this mattress pad sounded interesting (to appease him) but again bad reviews - short lifespan before it quits working. Sounds like quality may have deteriorated over earlier models. So continuing sans electric bed heater.

We have had ours at least 5 yrs

Another vote for heated mattress pads! We have them on all beds. We've been using for over 30 years; they probably need to be replaced every 5 years or so? We have used both the one mtn linked and the sunbeam therapeutic; I'd recommend either. I wash on gentle and dry on low with no problem.

My heated mattress pad is 20 years old or more, works fine. But I don't have pets on the bed either.

I'll investigate a bit further. Several of the Costco reviews mentioned that they don't make 'em like they used to which is a common theme with a lot of things I think. Might have been great quality 5-20 years ago but not the same now. Anyway I'm still intrigued about the mattress pad (for DH's benefit) so will check out a few more though I'm probably looking for any excuse not to have an electrically heated bed since I haven't cared for that kind of thing in the past. Sounds like mattress pad might be better.

I have a queen and it is dual heated too (mattress pad). Yes, even if you dont' sleep with it on, it makes it so nice to slip into a nice warm bed...THE BEST!!!

We have the mattress heat pad and my DH loooves it. It has dual controls and there are three zones on each side that you can adjust to your liking. I don’t remember the brand but there probably isn’t much difference between manufacturers.

I have had both. The heated mattress pad felt great when I laid on my stomach and pressed my sore old knees into the heat. They really do not was well though with the wiring . My DD and her DH got one for Christmas and initially complained about sleeping on the wires. My princess does have a little bit of princess and the pea in her so take that with a grain of salt. :-D

We have an electric blanket now that we basically just use to preheat the bed. I like the weight on my legs and feel that it "envelopes or hugs" me with heat.

To each their own!

Just got back on here and was happy to have all these replies. Now I have to decide between blanket and mattress pad.

i am off to do more research. Will let you know what I decide on.

Years ago I switched to a mattress pad because I didn't like feeling the wires in the blanket with my toes. I also like very light bedding these days.

Hilarious that weighted blankets are in, not any more for me!

Can't you feel the wires in the mattress pad? I assumed that I would so that is why I always buy electric blankets. I hate my current electric blanket so I can't recommend it.

Ok, I am getting one for sure. Mtn, I've read a lot of reviews on the one you have and people complain about the placement of the plug at the top of the base of the bed, the longevity of the product (stops working after a few months,) and some F2 code issues. Any such concerns from you? Of course lots of people adore it. I'm thinking of buying it locally so that I can return it if it doesn't work well. (Such an optimist, I know, lol.) For those of you who love the one you have, could you tell me the brand if possible?

Thanks!

Jo

d-gw, because my toes point up, I never feel the wires, they are thinner too.

Costco's a great place to buy anything like this that you have concerns about failing...their return policy is unbeatable.

jojoba, although they tell you to put the plug at the bottom, you can put it at the top of bed with no problem. Also, the difference in the sunbeam regular and therapeutic is zones: with the therapeutic, you can set zones for different heat levels. And the therapeutic control pad panel is "remote". Any of the electric mattress heating pads beyond full are dual control; I generally just heat the bed before I get in and turn it off once I'm in!

We have 2 Sunbeam blankets. One is the sherpa style and one is the fleece. Even tho the sherpa is smaller, I prefer it because it keeps it shape and stays above. The fleece tends to move around and get tangled in the bed. I also don't like the way it sort of clings or conforms to your body shape.

We also have a heated mattress pad at the lake. I like it to, but kind of funny, I bought it for when we go out there in the winter when temps can get down to -25 Celsius (-13 F). I guess the sensors or something are too cold at those temps so it doesn't work unless I can get the room temp up above zero (32 F).

Was at Macy's earlier and they had kind size Biddlefords in a thick plush blanket marked down to $100.

Mtn, I've read a lot of reviews on the one you have and people complain about the placement of the plug at the top of the base of the bed, the longevity of the product (stops working after a few months,) and some F2 code issues. Any such concerns from you? Of course lots of people adore it. I'm thinking of buying it locally so that I can return it if it doesn't work well. (Such an optimist, I know, lol.) For those of you who love the one you have, could you tell me the brand if possible?

Hi Jojo, i had to look to see what you mean about the plug. We have ours at the foot of the bed. What is the issue? I have never seen an F2 code, no help there. I have no concerns. I think we have had it at least 5 years, could be 7 possibly.

Thanks to this thread I have a mattress pad heater on its way from Costco!!! Can't wait because it's been cold here:(

I ordered a sunbeam therapeutic from Walmart. It has three zones and a wireless control. It will be here next week. My son asked if it has an app to turn it on from my phone. Had to laugh at that. (Answer: don't know, but I doubt it.)

jojo, we have one of those. The wireless remote is very handy; it's nice to "pick and choose" among warming sections. You can also choose heating from low to high in each section independently.

Jojoco, we have the double heated mattress pad up at the lake. Because it is a smaller bed and I am relatively tall, I can feel where the cord connects at the top of the base of the bed with my feet and it sometimes wakes me up. I don't think this would be an issue in a queen or king bed.

Also, I did quite a bit of reading about the safety of blankets and heated pads (we have already had one major house fire and I am now quite wary). I can't remember specifics, but I think the F2 codes are common because of built in safety features that, shut down electrical supply when problems are detected. Unfortunately, I think these cause the wiring to be more sensitive and lower the overall life of the products. However, the trade off (better safety) is, IMHO, worth it.