Which is better for sleeping overnight?

The Mayincolor. Its 12-hour shutoff keeps heat on through the night, while the BLACK+DECKER turns off after 3 hours. The Mayincolor also lets you fine-tune warmth across 10 levels.

Which heats up faster?

BLACK+DECKER advertises rapid heat-up technology. Mayincolor says its single button reaches the chosen level quickly, but it does not publish a heat-up time, so the BLACK+DECKER claim is the more specific one.

Is the BLACK+DECKER worth the extra money?

It costs $22.98 versus $19.99 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026, about $3 more. You get a 1-year warranty, a lighter 3 lb throw and over-current protection. If you want long, adjustable heat, the Mayincolor is the better value.

Which is easier to wash?

Both are machine washable. BLACK+DECKER adds tumble dry safe and a detachable connector, which makes washing simpler. Mayincolor does not state drying instructions.

Which has more reliable ratings?

Mayincolor's 4.4/5 comes from 853 ratings, a much larger sample. BLACK+DECKER's 4.6/5 comes from only 28 ratings, so treat it as a smaller signal.

Do both fit a twin bed?

They are the same 50" x 60" throw size. That covers a lap or the top of a twin bed but not the full mattress. Mayincolor also sells a king size with dual controllers; this listing is the throw.

Mayincolor 50" x 60" Electric Blankets Heated Throw vs BLACK+DECKER Heated Blanket Electric Throw

Both are 50" x 60" heated throws, so the choice comes down to heat control and price. The Mayincolor gives you 10 heat levels and a 12-hour auto shutoff for $19.99 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026. The BLACK+DECKER gives you 4 levels, a 3-hour shutoff, a 1-year warranty and a stronger rating, for $22.98 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026. Buy the Mayincolor for longer, more adjustable warmth on a tight budget; buy the BLACK+DECKER for a lighter throw with a warranty and simpler safety shutoff.

Today the BLACK+DECKER Heated Blanket Electric Throw costs $57.01 less at its best price.

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