The 10 Best Weighted Blankets to Help You Catch Some Zzzs

If you need help getting a great night's rest, a weighted blanket may be the solution.

While they've become a go-to tool for people who want a good night's sleep, weighted blankets have a background in occupational therapy—therapists have used these blankets for years to help with emotional and physical regulation. For the general public, though, a good weighted blanket is thought to help you relax enough to sleep through the night.

There's not a ton of research on using weighted blankets for sleep, but a randomized, controlled study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine had 120 people with insomnia either use a weighted blanket or a regular-weight blanket for four weeks. By the end of the study, people in the weighted blanket group had "significantly" better sleep, were more active during the day, and had less fatigue, depression and anxiety. People in the weighted blanket group were almost 26 times more likely to reduce their insomnia severity by 50% compared with the control group, and they were nearly 20 times more likely to get rid of their insomnia entirely.

There seems to be something to all those claims that weighted blankets can help you sleep. Weighted blankets come in different sizes, styles, and weights and, in general, most people recommend getting a blanket that's about 10% of your body weight. So, if you weigh 150 pounds, you'll want to get a 15-pound weighted blanket.

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Best Weighted Blankets

Heavy Weighted Blanket, $32.99 on Amazon

Featuring unique glass bead technology, this blanket will help you wake up rested. It features a unique layered design to ensure the weights are equally distributed. The blanket is soft and will help you settle in for a peaceful sleep experience. Heavy Weighted Blanket, $32.99 on Amazon

YnM Weighted Blanket, $79.99 on Amazon

This $60 blanket is an Amazon bestseller, with fans raving about how it can help you fall asleep and stay asleep. It's made with seven different layers, including a cooling layer, for a cozy blanket that contours to your body and keeps you comfortable. YnM Weighted Blanket, $79.99 on Amazon

Bearaby Cotton Napper, $169 at Nordstrom

At $249, Bearaby's cotton napper is on the more expensive end of weighted blankets. But people swear by the company's organic cotton blanket, which has a buttery soft, breathable feel. You can choose from  a range of pretty colors. Bearaby Cotton Napper, $169 at Nordstrom

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Layla Weighted Blanket, $99 at Layla Sleep

Layla's  weighted blanket is surprisingly versatile. One side features a soft mink-like fabric; The other side is 300 thread-count 100% cotton for an easy-to-wash surface. Layla Weighted Blanket, $99 at Layla Sleep

Casper Weighted Blanket, $99 at Casper

Casper is the go-to destination for all things sleep, so it's hardly shocking that they have a top-rated weighted blanket. This blanket features quilted channels to keep the microbead fill evenly distributed to hug your body better, while a breathable cotton cover helps keep you cool while you snooze. Choose between dusty rose, indigo, and gray colors, and 10, 15 or 20-pound weights. Casper Weighted Blanket, $99 at Casper

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Bon Voyage Microfiber Weighed Travel Throw, $34.99 at Target

A good night's sleep doesn't have to take a vacation because you do. This microfiber throw is made for travel thanks to handles that easily slip around the blanket. A nice perk: You can easily attach it to your suitcase. Bon Voyage Microfiber Weighed Travel Throw, $34.99 at Target

Gravity Z Weighted Blanket, $75 on Amazon

Gravity is the company that originally made weighted blankets mainstream. This duvet cover is dual-sided, with micro-plush on one side and cooling material on the other. It's designed for temperature control all year long. Gravity Z Weighted Blanket, $75 on Amazon

Sciortino Weighted Throw, $133.99 at Wayfair

Who doesn't love a really luxe throw? This next-level blanket gives you the perks of a weighted blanket and doubles as cool decor. Choose among several color options. Sciortino Weighted Throw, $133.99 at Wayfair

Red Barrel Studio Wyona Weighted Blanket, $42.99 at Wayfair

Choose between a range of weights, from seven to 17 pounds with this weighted blanket. Made of a super soft, micro-plush cover with nubby accents, this blanket is all kinds of comfortable. Red Barrel Studio Wyona Weighted Blanket, $42.99 at Wayfair

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Brooklinen Weighted Comforter, $152.15 at Brookline

Want a comforter with some serious sleep-inducing powers? Brooklinen has got your back with its weighted comforter. It's made with a comfy cotton sateen shell and has corner loops for easy attachment to your duvet cover. Brooklinen Weighted Comforter, $152.15 at Brookline

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