Weight: 5 or 7 pounds | Material: 100% organic cotton | Colors: 5 total, including Confetti and Evening Rose

My kids and I have been lounging with the Bearaby Nappling weighted blanket for a few weeks now, and it’s so cozy—I’m actually snuggling with one of my kids under the blanket as I type this. Because weighted blankets are heavy and dense, they can get hot, but this chunky knit throw is cool and provides lots of airflow. In addition to being appropriately weighted for kids at 5 or 7 pounds, it’s also a nice size. It’s big enough to cover my kids, but not so big that they can’t pick it up and cover (or uncover) themselves. The brand recommends choosing a blanket that is about 10% of your child’s body weight. Made of 100% organic cotton that’s also Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, it’s machine washable and dryer safe, making it easy to maintain. 

Weight: 4 pounds | Material: Microfleece, satin | Colors: 3 total, including Moon Grey and Ocean Blue

Though this brand’s name is Dreamland Baby, don’t get confused; it’s not safe to use a weighted blanket with a baby. At 4 pounds, their weighted toddler blanket is an ideal option for smaller kids. It’s available in three colors and has dual fabrics: microfleece on one side and fuzzy plush fabric that’s designed to be cooling on the other side. The outer edge has a satin trim. For safety, the brand recommends this blanket for kids 3 and up and at least 30 pounds. It’s Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified and is machine washable. 

Weight: 8 pounds | Material: 100% cotton | Colors: 8 total, including Terracotta and Cream

The Silk & Snow Hand Knitted Weighted Blanket is heavier than many of our other picks. Because it’s an 8 pound blanket, this option is best for bigger kids who weigh at least 80 pounds. This chunky hand-knit throw is made with 100% cotton and is also Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, and the open weave of the knit pattern helps allow for some airflow and breathability. Many of the color options, like Terracotta and Oat are warm, earthy tones. It’s machine washable and dryer safe, making it easy to keep the blanket looking nice. The brand notes that it may take two or three drying cycles to completely dry the blanket. 

Weight: 3.3 or 4.9 pounds | Material: 100% bamboo | Colors: 4 total, including Glacier Blue and Watermelon Red

Bamboo fabric is known for being breathable and moisture-wicking, making it a great cooling option. The Woven Woven Kids Bamboo Weighted Blanket is knitted and made of 100% bamboo-derived fibers. Unlike our top pick, the knit is much smaller and is ideal if you don’t like the large holes that you’d get with a chunky knit blanket. The Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified blanket is machine washable, but the brand recommends laying it flat to dry. It’s available in two kid-friendly weights: 3.3 and 4.9 pounds. 

Weight: 9 pounds | Material: 100% cotton batting, glass microbead fill | Colors: 3 total, including Aqua and Petal Pink

At 9 pounds, the Baloo Mini Weighted Blanket is the heaviest weighted blanket we recommend, making it ideal for teens who weigh at least 90 pounds. It’s Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, 100% cotton and is available in three colors: Petal Pink, Aqua and Indigo. As a machine washable and dryer safe option, it’s easy to maintain and clean. Many of the other blankets on our list get their weight solely from the fabric, but this pick uses glass microbead fill, and it has quilted squares designed to keep the weight distributed evenly. If you have an older teen who weighs at least 120 pounds, they might be more comfortable with the larger Baloo Weighted Throw. 

Weight: 5 or 8 pounds | Material: 100% cotton fabric, BPA-free polystyrene pellets | Colors: 5 patterns, including Puzzle Pieces and Dinosaur 

Many weighted blankets are designed to look nice in your home, but may not be as appealing to kids. The Mosaic Kids Weighted Blanket, however, comes in a variety of kid-friendly patterns, including Superhero, Dogs and Unicorn. You can choose either 5 or 8 pounds, and the weight comes from BPA-free polystyrene pellets while the outer fabric is 100% cotton. Quilted squares help distribute its weight evenly, and I appreciate that it can be both machine washed and dried. 

Weight: 3, 8 or 10 pounds | Material: 100% polyester | Colors: 10 total, including Wild Moss and Surfside

Lola blankets are known for being incredibly soft, so kids can get super cozy while they also benefit from the sensation of deep pressure. For younger kids, I recommend the small size, which weighs 3 pounds. Older kids can use the 8 pound medium blanket or the 10 pound large blanket if they weigh at least 80 or 100 pounds, respectively. The blanket is Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, and it’s machine washable. The brand recommends hanging the blanket to dry and then briefly tumbling it on the air dryer setting to restore the blanket’s fluffiness. Unlike the rest of the blankets on our list, the fabric is faux fur, which really gives it a soft and luxurious feel.