15 Best Fleece Blankets to Cozy up to This Fall, Winter, and Beyond

A movie night wouldn’t be the same without a soft, fleece blanket to snuggle up under. But with so many options available, it can feel overwhelming to find the best one for your needs—and price point. From travel-sized, baby-sized, and wearable fleece blankets, to weighted, cooling, and heated ones, we’ve got you covered with the warmest, coziest, and best options on the market.

By definition, fleece is the coat of wool on an animal (usually in reference to a sheep). But the fleece that you often see in sweaters, jackets, and blankets you love and wear during the wintertime actually has nothing to do with wool at all. In fact, it’s an entirely synthetic material made to mimic the warm and cozy feeling we get from animal-derived wool. Fleece is a man-made material created from tight-knit polyester fibers, resembling terry cloth. It’s incredibly soft, fuzzy, light, and breathable. The fabric is often used in outwear because it provides insulation and is water-resistant. It’s also incredibly cost-effective to make, comfortable, and easy to clean compared to other warming materials (like cashmere or suede).

So, why wouldn’t you want to stock up on your own arsenal of fleece blankets to combat the winter cold? We love how many varieties, colors, and styles there are, plus they’re often affordable, too! Ahead, we've corralled some of our favorite fleece blankets for you to choose from, no matter the season.