Best electric heated throw blankets under $25

Top pick: BLACK+DECKER Heated Blanket Electric Throw — a real 50" x 60" throw from a name brand, with 4 heat settings and the strongest owner ratings in this group, so it's the safest bet for everyday sofa use.

Who the others suit:

• Westinghouse Heated Throw (flannel, beige) — the classic plain-throw choice if you want a neutral colour and six heat levels.
• Westinghouse Christmas Trees sherpa throw — for a seasonal look, with 2/4/8/10-hour auto-off so it can't be left on.
• Taktick sherpa throw — if you prefer a plush sherpa feel over flannel.
• WATO FT with built-in button controller — for people who like controls right on the blanket.
• Small lap/office blankets — only for a chair or lap; they're much smaller than a full throw.

Skip anything with a low star rating or a tiny listed size — those are lap pads, not throws.