Best weighted blanket — A weighted blanket is one of the few sleep aids with real evidence behind it for insomnia and anxiety. Our team’s pick of the best weighted blankets in Australia.
Hannah on our team has tested every Australian weighted blanket worth testing. Here are the ones that hold up. For background on whether they actually work, see our piece on the evidence.
1. Calming Blankets — Best Overall (Best weighted blanket)
Australian brand. Glass-bead fill, removable bamboo cover, weights from 4 kg to 10 kg. $200–$280. The most consistent build quality on the Australian market.
2. Bambury Weighted Quilt — Best Mid-Range
Quilted construction, glass-bead fill. $130–$180. Better suited to summer use than the heavier alternatives.
3. Koala Calming Blanket — Best for Couples
Sold in single-bed sizing so each partner gets their own. About $219 for an 8 kg single. Far better than splitting one heavy queen.
4. Therapy Premium — Best Cooling
Cooling bamboo cover with glass beads. About $250. Good for hot summer climates.
5. Linen House Hugo — Best Budget
$120–$160. Cheaper construction (sewn-in fabric pockets vs distributed glass beads) but works.
Pick by weight
| Body weight | Blanket weight |
|---|---|
| 40–55 kg | 4–5 kg |
| 55–75 kg | 6–7 kg |
| 75–95 kg | 8–9 kg |
| 95 kg+ | 10–14 kg |
Don’t buy if
You run very hot, have respiratory issues, or share a bed with a partner who needs different weight. In all three cases, individual blankets work better than one shared queen.
For independent guidance on sleep and wellbeing, the Sleep Health Foundation is a good starting point.
