The Best Cooling Blankets to Shop Now

Composite of best cooling blankets — Photo:
Courtesy of Boll & Branch, Amazon, Sleep Number

While comforters and duvets are undeniably comfortable, they can sometimes be too warm if you're a hot sleeper. Instead, consider opting for a cooling blanket, which tends to be lighter than the average comforter. Made from moisture-wicking materials, cooling blankets are designed to help regulate your temperature while you sleep. We consulted experts in the sleep space to help us determine what to look for in a cooling blanket.

Tom Ryan, product expert at Sleep Foundation
Amy Hoban, chief creative officer of Parachute

What to Look for When You Shop

With so many blankets on the market, it can be difficult to identify which ones have cooling properties. As you shop, there are a few qualities you should look out for.

Moisture-wicking materials: Look for blankets formulated with absorbent materials. "Moisture-wicking material is going to remove moisture from your skin and bring it to the outer surface of a material," says Tom Ryan, product expert at Sleep Foundation. The material won't allow sweat or moisture to get trapped near your body, which is what makes you hot as you sleep. Generally, linen, bamboo, and cotton are the best materials for cooling blankets. "Each of these fabrics is light, breathable, and can wick away moisture," says Ryan.
Weave type: Weave refers to how strands of yarn are woven together to form a fabric. Certain weaves are more breathable than others. "Hot sleepers should look at blankets made from a percale weave," says Ryan. "Plenty of blankets are also made with linen or an open, chunky weave, which is great for nights where you want to be a little cozy but don’t necessarily want the added warmth."

With these factors in mind, we rounded up some of the best cooling blankets on the market for you to shop now. From throw blankets to king-size options, these blankets will keep hot sleepers comfortable all night long.

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Elegear Revolutionary Cooling Blanket

Available in eight colors and four different sizes, this cooling blanket offers a variety of choices that can fit every bedroom aesthetic at a budget-friendly price point. It offers two sides with distinct properties—one side is made with Arc-cill 3.0 cool fabric that can absorb and dispel heat, while the other side is crafted from 100 percent natural Egyptian cotton for softness, breathability, and a dose of coziness when you need it.

$40 at Amazon

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Bearaby Tree Napper Cooling Weighted Blanket

Knit cooling blanket — Courtesy of Bearaby

Looking for a weighted blanket that's also cooling? Look no further than this option from Bearaby. It's available in 15-, 20-, and 25-pound weight options, and is made from TENCEL lyocell fibers that keep sleepers cool and comfortable all night long.

$279 at Bearaby.com

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Luxome Lightweight Blanket

If you want a blanket that can be used all year long, this option is your best bet. It's made from naturally thermal-regulating bamboo viscose fabric, which wicks away moisture while still providing warmth on cooler nights. It's available in five different colors, so you're sure to find something that matches your current bedding.

$180 at Luxome.com

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ZonLi Comfy Cooling Blanket

Designed with special technology that keeps you cool as you sleep, this blanket can quickly absorb body heat, resulting in a 2- to 5-degree (Fahrenheit) drop in body temperature for relief that lasts up to 12 hours. The blanket has different materials on each side—100 percent polyester on one side and a blend of cooling fabric and polyamide on the other. Drape the cooling side over your body when you need it, and use the other side when you want a bit of warmth.

$129 at Zonlihome.com

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Boll & Branch Lightweight Bed Blanket

This is the lightest blanket you'll find from Boll & Branch. The airy piece of bedding is carefully crafted for a delicate softness you'll love. The brand's proprietary basketweave has a subtle design that makes this blanket the perfect layering piece. Plus, it's made from 100 percent organic cotton, making it breathable and comfortable for hot sleepers.

$199 at Bollandbranch.com

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Parachute Cloud Linen Gauze Bed Blanket

Material is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing a bed blanket. "The weight of a blanket will depend on the fabric, so opt for cotton or linen blankets that are breathable while still cozy," says Amy Hoban, chief creative officer of Parachute. This option from the brand is formulated from a combination of linen and cotton, forming a blanket that is breathable and ultra-lightweight.

$229 at Parachute

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Cozy Earth Bamboo Blanket

The perfect replacement for your comforter during hot nights, this oversized blanket is made from 100 percent premium bamboo viscose. Bamboo is a great material to consider when shopping for cooling blankets because it's lightweight, breathable, and has moisture-wicking properties. If you don't need a full-size bed blanket, this option also comes as a throw blanket.

$309 at Cozy Earth

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West Elm European Flax Linen Blanket

Crafted from 100 percent flax linen sourced from Europe, this dreamy blanket is lightweight and breathable. The machine washable piece is available in three earth-tone colors that will make a stunning addition to your bed or as a stand-alone throw on your couch.

$199 at West Elm

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AmyHomie Cooling Blanket

Offered at a lower price point than some of the other options, this cooling blanket performs just as well as its competitors. Made entirely from natural bamboo fiber to keep you cool, this blanket is lightweight, soft, and breathable.

$28 at Amazon

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Sleep Number True Temp Blanket

This blanket is designed with special technology that continuously adapts to help keep your temperature regulated throughout the night. What's more, the hypoallergenic blanket has active-particle technology, which attracts and removes moisture to resist heat and humidity buildup.

$160 at Sleepnumber.com

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Pottery Barn SleepSmart Temperature Regulating Basketweave Blanket

Pottery Barn's best selling blanket adjusts to help maintain a climate of personal comfort all night long. Woven from a blend of cotton and polyester, the blanket uses active volcanic minerals to work with your body’s need for more or less warmth. For hot sleepers, the blanket moves heat away before sweat can form, minimizing fluctuations in body temperature.

$199 at Pottery Barn

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Elegear Cooling Throw Blanket

Even during the hottest days of summer, this blanket can keep you cool as you sleep. It's designed with cooling yarn, which can transfer moisture from the skin to the surface of the fabric and quickly evaporate. What's more, it's formulated from 100 percent cotton, a moisture-wicking material that's known for being breathable.

$45 at Amazon