There’s nothing quite like the simple luxury of a hot water bottle on a chilly evening. In the winter months, the best hot water bottles will provide extra warmth where it’s seriously needed – and if you don’t have one yet, this is undoubtedly the season to invest. There’s no better time to prepare for the frosty night’s of the winter season with buttery soft blankets, chunky knits, warm baths and yes, a trusty hot water bottle.
In a bid to reduce central heating costs, you’ll find us working with a hot water bottle propped up on our lap from every day between now and March next year. If you’re not already the proud owner of one (where have you been?!), add to your collection of winter warmers (think: the best electric blankets, weighted blankets, thermals et. al.) and make a swift investment.
We’ve put a select few hot water bottles to the test, judging them on warmth, comfort, style, and durability. From luxe velvet covers to quirky printed designs, only the cosiest, comfiest, and most reliable bottles made it into our whittled down edit.
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How we test
When it comes to hot water bottles, we don’t just pick the first cosy-looking option we see. A selection of hot water bottles in this edit have been put through a proper hands-on test to make sure they tick all our boxes. We check how quickly the hot water bottle warms up and how long it keeps us toasty, because warmth is obviously key. Comfort is next – whether it’s velvet, quilted cotton, or something in between, it has to feel as good as it looks. Practicality is also essential, from easy filling and secure sealing to machine-washable covers. And finally, we test durability, because the last thing anyone wants is a leak mid-snuggle.
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