Which is better for a child's bed?

The Northwest, because 50 x 70 inches covers a twin bed and it machine washes. The Friends throw at 40 x 50 inches is better as a couch or stroller blanket.

Which one is easier to clean?

The Northwest. It takes a cold delicate machine cycle. The Friends throw is labeled hand wash only, so plan on sink washing and air drying.

Is the Northwest blanket warm enough for winter?

No. Both are thin polyester throws suited to layering or mild rooms. For real warmth you need a fleece or sherpa blanket, not a silk touch throw.

Is the Friends throw worth stepping up to?

Only if you want the smaller plush size and the Summertime Swim print. Otherwise the Northwest gives you more blanket and easier care for the same job.

Do owners complain about shedding or pilling?

The Friends throw's 4.2 rating suggests mostly satisfied owners, with some softness and size comments. The Northwest has no rating data, so judge it by the licensed print and machine-wash care.

Northwest Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw vs Hello Kitty Friends Soft Silky Fleece Throw

The Northwest blanket is the better pick for most shoppers: it is larger at 50 by 70 inches, machine washable on a delicate cycle, and officially licensed. The Hello Kitty Friends throw is smaller at 40 by 50 inches, hand wash only, and rated 4.2 out of 5 from 44 ratings, which suggests owners find it soft but note the care burden. Choose Northwest for a bed or couch throw an adult will use; choose the Friends throw for a small child's blanket or a decor accent.

Choose the Northwest Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw if you want a bigger, machine-washable, officially licensed blanket for a bed or sofa.
Choose the Hello Kitty Friends Soft Silky Fleece Throw if you want a compact, plush kids' blanket and don't mind hand washing.

Prices

Northwest Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw: $20.00 at Amazon (last seen Nov 13)
Hello Kitty Friends Soft Silky Fleece Throw: $11.66 at Amazon (last seen Nov 13)
Difference: the Hello Kitty Friends Soft Silky Fleece Throw is $8.34 cheaper than the Northwest Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw at the latest prices (Nov 13)

Northwest Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw Blanket, 50" x 70", Cutie Costume

	Northwest Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw	Hello Kitty Friends Soft Silky Fleece Throw
Size	50 x 70 in, a full throw for a bed or couch	40 x 50 in, sized for a child or a chair
Care	Machine wash cold, delicate cycle	Hand wash only per the fabric care instructions
Licensing	Officially licensed Northwest product	Hello Kitty branded, no licensing claim stated
Fabric	100% polyester silk touch, reversible	90% polyester plush fleece with a contrast border
Design	Cutie Costume print with bow embellishment	Summertime Swim theme in red
Owner feedback	No rating shown	4.2 out of 5 from 44 ratings
Age range	Listed for adults, department kids	Listed for adults, children, teens, toddlers and tweens

Spec	Northwest Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw	Hello Kitty Friends Soft Silky Fleece Throw
Length	70 in	Approx. 55.25 in
Width	50 in	Approx. 39.5 in
Material	Polyester	Poly material
Age Group	Adult	Adult, Child, Teen, Toddler, Tween
Use	Throw	Throw, Home decor
Department	Kids	Home
Embellishment	Bows	Contrast border
Upholstery Type	Silk Touch	Plush
Size	50 x 60 inches	40" x 50"
Color	Fairytale Romance	Red
Fabric Content	100% Polyester	90% POLYESTER
Care Instructions	Machine wash cold separately using delicate cyc…	Machine-washable

Spec	Northwest Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw	Hello Kitty Friends Soft Silky Fleece Throw
Weight	0.7 Kilograms	—
Material Type	Synthetic Fiber	—
Material Subtype	Silk Touch	—
Blanket Highlights	Officially licensed product	—
Gender	UNISEX	—
Reversible	Yes	—
Style	Hello Kitty Silk Touch Throw Blanket	—
Blanket Form	Throw Blanket	—
Special Feature	Durable	—
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