Winter Van Life: Testing 2 Types of 12V Electric Blankets

Today we're putting two different types of 12V electric blankets to the test to determine which one is the most efficient when it comes to conserving power while keeping you toasty warm. Finding ways to stay cozy without draining your power supply is crucial. We'll explore the pros and cons of each electric blanket, so you can make an informed decision for your van life comfort needs.

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✅Sunbeam Microplush Heated Electric Blanket Full Size, 84" x 72", 12 Heat Settings, 12-Hour Selectable Auto Shut-Off
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✅NEW Bluetti AC70
✅Bluetti EB70S
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[fdm]

I don't live in a vehicle but I live in a 120 year old house that can be drafty in very cold weather. I love my electric blanket! Bought one for every family member. Saves me a fortune on my heating bills. 😄

[patriciabandeko]

I've kept a 12v blanket in my semi truck for years and love it. I also got one for my little elderly dog who has been with me in the the truck for 15yrs, she really likes her blanky in the winter.

[my-honest-review]

Great analysis between the 12v and 110v. Who knew? The key to either, like you say, is to use a quality down comforter with it to keep the heat in.

[sueg]

I use a Sunbeam heated mattress pad (110v) on the bed and a down comforter over me. The heated mattress pad has a thermostat too and draws very little power. The combo keeps me nice and toasty. Stay warm everyone.

[SmokeyDope]

Hi bob I wanted to let you know about a third kind of electric blanket that will work a lot better for people who have very limited battery capacity. USB heated blankets have a max draw of 15 watts and work well enough to provide suprisingly decent heat. A regular 12v blanket kills my EB3A but im left with a good amount of power left when I wake up with the usb blanket. The power meter says it consumes 10 watts on high. If you decide to do a follow up I hope you can bring this option to peoples attention.

[robbiewright]

I was surprised by the 110v using less battery. Great video. Great, usable information! Thanks Bob...

[DisabledandPrepping]

I love the newer USB powered blankets. 😊

[nancyadamson]

Very informative, I appreciate all you have to offer in your videos.

[bon]

I have the 12 volt Sealy. Plugged blanket to my EcoFlow River 2 Max that was at 92% full. Ran it for 6.5 hours. Still had 51% battery left. Kepted blanket on low the entire time. Started out using about 44 watts on low but noticed it dropped down to 26 watts later in the night. Happy with my first test with blanket connected to my EcoFlow.

[sarahmorrill]

First of all, let me tell you, Sunbeam has great customer service. Recently, my Sunbeam electric blanket stopped working and it was well over a year out of warranty--maybe a couple of years out of warranty. But just for the heck of it, I sent them an email. And guess what? They sent me a brand new one. They didn't have to do that and I didn't deserve it, but heck, it sure was nice of them. Now, for car camping. It would be nice to have an electric blanket, but I don't like the idea that I might drain a battery. Thermal underwear and a good down blanket will keep you warm in very cold weather. But, very effective, is using hot water bottles. If you've got a decent blanket or two to put over you, a couple of hot water bottles will give you so much heat that you won't be able to sleep until you remove them. They cost about $8 each. I fill them with boiling water from my JetBoil. In the morning, they're still warm. The advantage of an electric blanket is the thermostat, but if your main concern is that you want to be warm enough, hot water bottles are the way to go.

[debvoz]

You might also look into a reflective mattress pad for under the sheet-a thin foam pad laminated to a reflective blanket that reflects your body heat back up to your body instead of having to warm the mattress. I have found that they work great to keep me warm with a nice blanket. Amazon has them for about $20 and no power needed.

[Heidi]

Camping in my tent once at 22 F I put a down blanket under me and another down blanket on top. My body created its own little oven between the 2 downs. On top of twas a couple blankets. Worked out pretty good! I know a sleeping bag for that climate might have been better, but I didn’t plan on it being that cold in April. Was sure glad I had those extra blankets though!!!

[CallMeAllan]

I really like your channel. Perhaps the only place for very cost effective approaches to van life.

[marlenen]

My daughter loves my heated blanket that comes out every winter and stays on the couch. It has “Safe and Warm Technology” heating, which means it has the safe 12v wiring within the blanket but has a converter box on the 110v power line. The heat it produces is the best! It doesn’t have hot and cold spots, but rather a very comfortable steady heat. It has the easiest dial situation of an on button with a dial settings of low-1-10 as well as auto shut off after 8 hours. This type of safe and warm technology is designed to not burn you, not overheat, and not catch fire. It’s what I recommend to everyone, especially diabetics and the elderly. You can’t feel the wires at all! My daughter said the Eddie Bauer twin extra cozy Sherpa safe and warm’ blanket I gave her for Christmas last year drew less power overnight in her van than her 12v thin throw blanket! She also said, “you were right mom, I didn’t need a twin sized, should have just gotten the throw blanket size for the van”. Pro tip: only get as big as you need to heat which saves on power also. Many brands of blankets use the “Safe and Warm Technology” but if it’s not printed on the dial, then it’s not the “Safe and Warm Technology”.

I liked my couch blanket so much that I found a king size blanket for our bed and it comes with controls for both sides.

[KSK]

I’m so glad you are making these videos. I’m living with my elderly dad in my childhood home and I’m starting to spin out with worries about what I’ll do when he’s gone. I’m not able to work but don’t qualify for disability. I came here for comfort because I know there’s a community of people who live in homes on wheels I can connect with when that dreaded time comes..

[foxvalley]

Went a winter in Nebraska garage no insulation.. 2 electic blankets ..layed on one covered with one then 5 blankets
Sleep great

[StellaMaldo-gjtz]

Thanks Bob for everything you do. I live in RV and enjoy my electric blanket😄

[johnmcenroe]

Stay warm Sir, take care and God Bless You .

[angeladawn]

Love these reviews, straight forward information, with a stunning background. ❤️

[randomspirit]

I have the Sunbeam blanket. I drape it across my shoulders here at my desk on chilly MN winter evenings. Anything over "2" and I get cooked. LOL