Five energy-saving gadgets under £10 to stay warm this January without heating
ENERGY bills aren't getting cheaper any time soon so you'll want to do whatever you can to cut back on costs this January.
Luckily, there are countless ways to reduce your outgoings, not least when it comes to energy-saving gadgets.
You don't have to spend an arm and a leg on them either as we've found a number for less than £10.
From fan heaters to cozy heat wraps, here are five energy-saving devices you can buy to stay warm for less this month.
Microwaveable heat wrap - £9
Heat wraps can be found on the cheap and are great for keeping you warm while relieving any muscle stiffness or joint pain.
And Boots currently has one on offer for just £9.33 reduced from its original price of £13.99.
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It couldn't be easier to use, all you have to do is just pop it in the microwave and then apply it where needed.
Bear in mind, if you want the wrap delivered to your home, you'll have to pay a £3.95 fee, unless your basket ends up totalling more than £25.
Pink blanket - £4
It's a classic, but still a goodie - blankets are one of the original ways to stay warm without breaking the bank.
Asda has reduced the price of one of its ones from £5 to £4.50 and you can collect it for free at your nearest branch. Delivery is from £3.50.
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You can find your nearest branch by using the retailer's store locator tool.
The blanket comes with "super soft fabric", is machine washable and can also be tumble dried.
Don't take our word for it though - Asda shoppers are full of positive reviews for the blanket.
One said: "My daughter loves this, really super soft even after washing," while another added: "Snuggly soft and cozy."
Hot water bottle - £8
Hot water bottles are another easy way to stay warm without spending too much money.
B&M is selling one with a black fur cover for just £8 too, although you can't order online so will have to head to your nearest store to see if they've got any.
You can find your nearest branch by using the locator tool on its website.
The bottle has a 1.7litre capacity and is also available in other colours including pink, cream and grey.
Pifco Upright fan heater - £9.99
Home Bargains recently launched a number of energy-saving gadgets to keep you warm this winter.
That includes a Pifco two kilowatt upright fan heater scanning for just £9.99.
It costs from 27p an hour to run and also features an adjustable thermostat and overheat protection.
It weighs a measly 900g too so you can shift it around the house easily.
It is currently out of stock online, but you might be able to find it in your local branch, which you can find using the retailer's locator tool on its website.
USB heated gloves - £8
Amazon has a pair of USB-heated gloves reduced from £16.99 to just £7.99.
Not only will these cozy hand warmers keep you warm in the winter, they also have a touchscreen function.
The touchscreen technology means that you will still be able to use your smartphone, computer tablet or any touchscreen device without taking them off.
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To charge the gloves you simply connect them to any USB port.
Shoppers who have bought this product say they "work great" with one even commenting that "they are warm even without the charge".
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