Best blanket — Wool, cotton, weighted, sherpa, electric — the right blanket for the bed and the right one for the couch are different. Our team’s pick of the best blankets in Australia.
Priya on our team owns 11 blankets, give or take. Layering matters more than any single blanket. Here’s the round-up by use case.
Best Bed Blanket — MiniJumbuk Pure Wool (Best blanket)
100% Australian wool, dense weave, hypoallergenic. Queen-fit around $300. Survives decades.
Best Sofa Throw — Pottery Barn Sherpa
Sherpa-lined knit. Heavy, warm, machine washable. $180–$220.
Best Cotton — Sheridan Brushed Cotton
Brushed surface traps air. Washable, lighter than wool. $180–$250.
Best Electric — Sunbeam Sleep Express
Heated throw with 10 settings. About $170. See our electric blanket guide for cost-to-run.
Best Weighted — Calming Blankets
Australian brand, 5–10 kg options. $200–$280. See our weighted blanket evidence piece.
Best Outdoor — Oztrail Picnic Blanket
Waterproof backing, fleece face. $50–$80. The one to keep in the boot.
Best Travel — Sea to Summit Premium Travel
Australian brand, packs to the size of a coffee mug. $100. Surprisingly warm.
Layering rule
One wool, one cotton, one sherpa, one outdoor. That’s most households covered.
For independent guidance on sleep and wellbeing, the Sleep Health Foundation is a good starting point.
