Aside from the extra design features that make them wearable, these ponchos operate in an almost identical manner to electric throws, with a range of temperatures and a timer. We also tested an electric blanket, which buttons up, allowing you to wear it like a poncho to retain heat.

Wearable electric blankets or heated ponchos Throws tend to have shorter operating times though – most we tried time out after three hours. Some even resemble a fleecy blanket, which not only feels extra soft against the skin, but will look good in your living room if you want to leave it out. In contrast, over blankets are meant for curling up under they’re a more versatile choice as you can use them on the sofa or even at your desk if you work from home.

Many can run for up to eight hours at a time, so you stay warm all night long. Under blankets operate a bit like mattress toppers and tend to come with elasticated straps or as a fitted sheet, so you can secure them to your bed and drift off on top of them. Types of electric blanket explained Under blankets