When it comes to weighted blankets, "low-cost" is a relative term. None of these are precisely what I'd call "budget options," but they're a lot less expensive than the actual gravity blanket. Much like electric blankets, weighted blankets offer comfort and stress relief when you doze off, helping you get a better night's sleep. Check out our list of the best cheap gravity blanket alternatives.
Soft and comforting
Like the gravity blanket, Quility's heaviest option comes in at 25 pounds, while its smallest comes in at just 5 pounds. It's weighted using glass beads placed in small polyester pockets to keep them from slipping. The cover is removable, letting you continue to use the blanket even on warm nights.
Keep it cool
This version of YnM's weighted blanket is made specifically to help keep you cool. It's made from bamboo fabric and weighs either 15 or 2 pounds.
Touch of glass
Like some other weighted blankets, ZonLi's utilizes glass beads for the weight. To prevent bead leakage, the blanket has two microfiber layers, which also help with the blanket's breathability. Weights available from 12-25 pounds.
How cute
Weighing in from 15-25 pounds, CuteKing's cotton weighted blanket is usable in all seasons. It comes with a 30-day, no-questions-asked return, and refund policy if you find it's not for you.
A good knight's rest
Good Knight's blanket weighs in at 15, 17, or 20 pounds, and is, once again, made from cotton. Rather than glass, Good Knight has opted to use "poly-pellets" as its weighted material.
Touch and feel of cotton
Light but strong, Luna's cotton weighted blanket comes in weights from five to 25 lbs, as well as two color options: white and light gray. Breathable construction allows the blanket to stay relatively cool to keep you comfortable while you rest.
What the doctor ordered
This weighted blanket was designed by a neurologist and uses a "CountourWave" design to contour to the exact form of your body. This blanket comes with a comforter into which you can place it. It's available in weights ranging from 15 to 25 lbs, and is one of the best cheap gravity blanket alternatives on the market.
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There are products out there that help you ease into sleep. Just like an ergonomic trigger point massage gun can soothe the ache, weighted blankets can tamper stress and insomnia.
All of these blankets deliver many of the benefits of the gravity blanket at a much lower price. If I had to pick just one, I'd go with the Quility 25lb Weighted Blanket. It's soft and comes in a variety of both sizes and colors. If you tend to overheat when you slip under the covers, go with the YnM Cooling Weighted Blanket. It's made from natural bamboo and regulates your body temperature throughout the night.
And if you want a set, we like Dr. Hart's Weighted Blanket Deluxe Set. It comes with a form-fitting weighted blanket and comforter.
