Lidl is launching £18 middle aisle gadgets that can keep you warm without heating and cost only 2p an hour to run
LIDL has launched two middle-aisle gadgets that will keep you toastie without having to turn on the central heating - and they just cost 2p an hour to run.
With energy costs remaining stubbornly high many have been reaching for gadgets like heated blankets to help them stay warm this winter without running up big bills.
Lidl's latest middle aisle offers include the Silvercrest back and neck heat pad and an heated electric cushion, both priced at £17.99.
The power consumption for both devices is only 100W, meaning they will cost buyers just 2p an hour to run.
The heated electric cushion offers six temperature settings and can reach up to 45 degrees Celsius in 15 minutes.
It also has an automatic switch-off button and a detachable control hub.
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Meanwhile, the back and neck heat pad can quickly heat up to 69 degrees Celsius.
It comes with an adjustable abdominal strap and soft fastener at the neck to provide extra comfort.
Both gadgets will be available to buy in Lidl stores from December 19, 2024.
Lidl is also selling a super soft teddy fleece-sleeved blanket that can keep you toasty over the winter months.
The blanket has a handy foot pocket to keep your toes warm too and is super sized for extra comfort.
Plus, it transforms into a teddy fleece cushion for easy storage and is machine washable.
This appears to be the cheapest price for the blanket, which is currently discounted at £17, down from £20, on the Silentnight website.
Meanwhile, bargain hunters are rushing to B&M stores to nab a winter gadget that's selling for the same price as a popular one sold at Aldi.
The tool is perfect for drying up clothes in winter without having to use the central thermostat - saving on electricity bills.
B&M is selling the Simply Everyday Heated Airer for £35 - just one penny more than the German discounter's heated Airer which is set to make a comeback in just days after selling out.
The gadgets work by heating up metal bars which you hang your clothes on to dry faster - and they cost just pennies per hour to run.
B&M's tool offers 12 metres of drying space, meaning you can put loads of clothes at once to save on electricity costs even further.
Heated airers can save money on your energy bill as it offers a cheaper alternative to drying your clothes on the radiator.
But, like with any product nowadays, there are so many on the market and it can feel a daunting task to figure out which one to buy.
So, we've done some of the hard work for you to find the cheapest models out there - you can find our roundup here.
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Of course, make sure you do your own research as you might find a cheaper alternative, particularly as we only looked at winged heated airers.
Websites like Price Spy let you search the internet for a range of products, filtering from the cheapest to most expensive.
5 ways to keep your house warm in winter
Property expert Joshua Houston shared his tips.
1. Curtains
"Windows are a common place for the outside cold to get into your home, this is because of small gaps that can let in air so always close your curtains as soon as it gets dark," he said.
This simple method gives you an extra layer of warmth as it can provide a kind of "insulation" between your window and curtain.
2. Rugs
"Your floor is another area of your home where heat can be lost and can make your home feel chilly," he continued. "You might notice on cold days, that your floor is not nice to walk on due to it freezing your feet.
"Add rugs to areas that don’t already have a carpet, this provides a layer of insulation between your bare floor and the room above."
3. Check your insulation
Check your pipes, loft space, crawlspaces and underneath floorboards.
"Loose-fill insulation is very good for this, and is a more affordable type of insulation, with a big bag being able to be picked up for around £30," Joshua explained.
4. Keep your internal doors closed
"Household members often gather in one room in the evening, and this is usually either the kitchen or living room," Joshua said.
"This means you only have to heat a small area of your home, and closing the doors keeps the heat in and the cold out."
5. Block drafts
Don't forget to check cat flaps, chimneys and letterboxes, as they can let in cold air if they aren't secure.
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