Sunbeam Royal Mink Sherpa Electric Heated Throw
Best for: Best for cosy warmth on cold nights — a Sunbeam heated throw with royal mink + sherpa, 4 heat settings, 4-hour auto shut-off, and machine washable. 50 x 60 inches.
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Our review
There is a reason Sunbeam has been making heated blankets for over 125 years — they know what they are doing. This Royal Mink Sherpa throw is genuinely luxurious: soft royal mink fabric on one side and fluffy sherpa on the reverse. Even without the heat, it is one of the softest throws you will own.
With the heat on, it is transformative. Four settings (warm, low, medium, high) cover everything from mild chill to freezing nights. The push-button controller with LED indicators is simple — no complicated interfaces. It heats up quickly, and even the lowest setting provides noticeable warmth.
The 4-hour auto shut-off is a crucial safety feature — fall asleep on the couch and it turns itself off. When it needs cleaning, detach the controller and toss the blanket in the washing machine and dryer.
The honest downsides: the heated area does not extend to the edges (about 7-8 inches of unheated border on each side). The sherpa side can pill and attract fabric fibres over time. 8% one-star reviews cite the heating element failing after months of heavy use. And the power cord placement at the bottom corner can be awkward depending on your outlet location. But for the price, the warmth and softness are hard to beat.
👍 Pros
- Royal mink + sherpa — genuinely luxurious feel
- 4 heat settings — warm to high
- Heats up fast — noticeable warmth within minutes
- 4-hour auto shut-off for safety
- Machine washable + dryer safe
- Sunbeam brand — 125+ years of heated blanket expertise
👎 Cons
- Heated area does not extend to edges (7-8 inch border)
- Sherpa side can pill over time
- 8% one-star — heating element can fail
- Power cord placement can be awkward
Specifications
| Type | Electric heated throw blanket |
|---|---|
| Size | 50 x 60 inches |
| Material | 100% polyester (royal mink + sherpa) |
| Heat Settings | 4 (warm, low, medium, high) |
| Safety | 4-hour auto shut-off + overheat protection |
| Care | Machine washable + dryer safe (detach controller) |
| Certification | ETL certified |
| Brand | Sunbeam |
FAQ
Is it machine washable?
Yes — detach the controller, then wash on delicate and tumble dry. The blanket stays soft wash after wash.
Does it shut off automatically?
Yes — 4-hour auto shut-off plus overheat protection. Safe to fall asleep with.
How warm does it get?
Very warm. Even the lowest setting provides noticeable heat. Most reviewers use setting 2 (low) for comfortable warmth without overheating.
Is the whole blanket heated?
The heated element covers most of the blanket but does not extend to the very edges — about 7-8 inches of unheated border on each side.
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