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1. A bestselling Pure Enrichment XL heating pad with six settings, a two-hour auto shutoff option, and the convenient ability to be cleaned in the washing machine. It also boasts over 46,000 5-star reviews on Amazon!
Promising review: "I always tell everyone this is the best product I ever bought in life, period. I own four of these in the different sizes for different areas of the body. It flat out just works and provides relief. The remote is user friendly and has a two hour shut-off which is perfect if you happen to fall asleep on it, and I like the fact that you can disconnect it from the power and wash it. Great product, it works, and thank you!" —Kris
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in three colors).
2. Or an XXL version of the Pure Enrichment heating pad complete with six heat settings that'll provide you with even more warmth where you need it.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this heating pad! I have never seen one so large. It covers my entire torso/back. I can wrap it all the way around my knee when I need it there also. The heat levels are amazing. My last heating pad I always had to have it at the highest setting to get it warm enough; this one I have only had to go as high as a four out of six. I can take the cord off and toss it in the washing machine, then hang to dry. It is soft enough to use on bare skin too. It has definitely helped me in the last few months!" —Daunzilla
Get it from Amazon for $44.98 (available in two colors).
3. A wearable heating pad to wrap around your neck like a little cape whenever your shoulders and back need some extra TLC. This little number is complete with six temp levels, has an auto shut-off feature, *and* it's machine washable.
Promising review: "This is a fabulous heating pad for anyone with tight shoulders and neck issues. It truly gets me through my day of office work! The contour of it fitting your shoulders and neck is perfect! Something a regular heating pad just cannot do." —Cindy
Get it from Amazon for $28.79+ (available in three sizes).
4. An adorable "Menstruation Crustacean" heating pad requiring zero wires or batteries. Just heat up the lavender-scented pad insert in the microwave and enjoy the cozy comfort your little smiling lobster friend provides.
Promising review: "I love this stupid heating pad with every fiber of my being. He’s so soft and cuddly. With the heating pad, he almost feels like a weighted stuffed animal. 10/10 would recommend." —Emily
Another promising review: "This little guy did not disappoint. The heat lasts so much longer than similar products I’ve purchased like this. It has a light, comforting lavender scent that isn’t overpowering and helps you imagine you’re in a lavender field in France somewhere. He fits nicely down your pants because he’s flat, and the soft cozy shell is an added bonus." —Alison
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
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5. An electric heating pad that's basically a dream for anyone who's always complaining that their feet are cold. Just tuck your tootsies into the ultra plush pocket, pick one of the three heat settings, and bask in the coziness.
Promising review: "This product is so soft and comfortable. It keeps my feet warm and toasty and I only have to use the low setting. I was worried that it wouldn’t be warm enough with the big opening but it does great! It also has a long enough cord to reach my bed and I don’t have to worry about tripping over it." —K. Martinez
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two colors).
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6. A rechargeable portable electric heating pad for on-the-go comfort. This lil' helper is complete with a soft velvet-like surface, an adjustable belt, three heat levels plus three massage modes.
Promising review: "If you're thinking about getting this, run to get it! It makes minimum noise, straps on perfectly, and the vibration helps with the heat. It's also easy to charge and hold the charge for hours!" —Andrea Sellers
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (and is available in eight colors).
7. A Pure Enrichment XL heating pad that'll target your neck, back, and shoulder aches at the same time. It boasts four heat settings, a magnetic neck closure, and an elastic waistband to wrap around yourself and snuggle in.
Promising review: "This is the first heating pad I’ve found that covers all the parts of my back that ache – all at the same time! I appreciate that there is a magnet that keeps the shoulder flaps together across the chest. The automatic 'off' feature of the heating pad is a plus, otherwise I might sit with it hugging my neck and back all day!" —softpawstwo
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in two colors).
8. A microplush Sunbeam heating pad with four heat settings designed to keep your back, neck, and shoulders toasty. It also features integrated elastic straps so you can roll it up and neatly store it when you're done.
Promising review: "I have had many heating pads over the years, I will say this one is the best I have ever had. It heats up nice and fast, the control is easy to read and use, and the size is wonderful. I can heat up my whole back at one time. Long gone are the days of moving a small heating pad around here and there, this one does it all. I highly recommend this one." —Vabanuelos
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in two sizes).
9. A soft micromink Sunbean heating pad wrap touting an ingenious contour design and waist strap to ensure it stays put. It also has four heat settings and will shut off by itself after two hours.
Promising review: "This heating pad is just what I need. It’s soft, lightweight, and easy to keep in place. The waistband is very adjustable and comfortable too, keeping the heating pad where I need it to be. The temperature gets quite warm at the lower settings. On medium, I could feel the heat through my heavy sweatshirt. Truly happy with this purchase." —Tamara
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
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10. A budget-friendly Boncare heating pad without an auto-off option if you prefer continuous warmth with no interruptions. It's equipped with an easily washable cover, two heat settings, and both moist and dry heat options.
Promising review: "For the price, this thing is the bomb. I love that I don't have to keep turning the thing on and I also love how hot it gets. I recommend trying the wet heat. I use it on my feet and it keeps them nice and soft all winter. Not to mention, they will send your money back without having to send the item back and it has a three-year warranty! What's there to lose? So happy with this. I love that it can be used wet or dry as well. This is a great value. I went to multiple stores and compared prices, heat settings, output, size. This was the best value." —Morgan
Get it from Amazon for $12.97.
11. A weighted Sharper Image heating pad filled with beads (either four or five pounds' worth of 'em) capable of providing nine or 27 (!!!) heat and massage therapy (via vibrations) combos depending on the size you get.
Promising review: "This heating/massage pad is excellent. The three levels of heat are perfect with the three levels of vibration massage, made even better by the fact that you can use one option or the other or both at the same time. Additionally, the size is perfect for wrapping around legs or arms, but is also long and wide enough for usage on the back. And the weight of the pad is also perfect for really applying the heat and massage features. Really awesome product and we've used it multiple times. Such an improvement over our standard, old-school heating-only pad! Super nice!" —Quantum Entanglements
Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in three styles).
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12. A corded heating pad with a built-in massager to target back pain with two heat levels and three massage options. All you have to do is wrap the Velcro around your waist, choose a setting, and let the pad work its ✨magic✨.
Promising review: "This is one of my BEST BUYS EVER! I gave it five stars ALL AROUND! This product is exactly as advertised. First, very clear instructions. The belt is comfortable and very soft. NOT CHEAP MATERIAL. It is sturdy and comes with different modes of vibration, low and high mode, which are just perfect. And the heat switch is just the right amount of warmth and feels very comfortable. ORDER THIS. YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT 😌." —Yama
Get it from Amazon for $42.60+ (available in two colors).
13. A microplush heating pad for anyone who prefers having a lil' more control over how long and how warm their pad gets. This gem allows you to choose from four timer settings and six heat options so you can adjust to your liking.
Promising review: "This heating pad is the best. I don't know where I'd be without it. I love that the material isn't scratchy and sliding off. It also gets really nice and hot and has a timer. Hands down the best heating pad I've ever owned and I've had a lot." —Liza @ Arcane & Stellar
Get it from Amazon for $21.99.
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14. A highly rated heating pad specifically created to target aching knees with its two adjustable heat levels and massaging feature (which has five vibration modes, btw)!
Promising review: "I'm a nurse AND a knee arthritis patient. When I'm just sitting watching TV, this device is passive, easy hands free to use, and comforting. I find this device to be helpful, comforting, and a good value, and I am very happy with it. And it's SO easy to use. Strap it on, plug it in, use the three buttons. I would gift this to anyone you know with arthritis knee pain. It comes boxed up in a great, thick cardboard box with a handle, like something that would cost $100." —Bohemians with Wanderlust
Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in two sizes).
15. And a classic, easy-to-use microwavable heating pad designed with double-sided fabric so you can choose between silky velvet or cozy mink and scoot it around to reach all the spots you need it to.
Promising review: "I'm an office worker and I spend at least eight working hours sitting a day, that's not even including at home. All this sitting has caused my tremendous lower back pain from the pressure. This works wonder at the end of the day to relieve my pain. Just microwave as indicated, put a towel underneath if you find it too hot at first; then just put a blanket on top and voila, I end up sleeping like a baby for the entire night." —RyuketsuYoru
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four sizes, six colors, and single or double packs).
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