Baloo
Weighted Blanket
Est. Price$198
10.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Free From
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Pregnancy safe
Plastic-free packaging
Compostable packaging
12 lbs
Cooling
Throw size
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Best Non-Toxic Weighted Blankets
We vetted weighted blankets against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
Cofounder & Product Curator
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Here's what we look for:
- Natural fibers like organic cotton, linen, wool, and hemp, or certified-safe synthetics
- Non-toxic dyes and low-impact finishes
- Trusted third-party certifications like GOTS & OEKO-TEX
- Brands that are transparent about sourcing, materials, and ethics
Best Non-Toxic Weighted Blankets
On Welpr, terms like "non-toxic," "safer," "cleaner," "healthier," and "vetted" are editorial labels based on our own standard for product assessment. They are not guarantees, certifications, or medical claims. Learn more.
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Mosaic
Solid Cotton Weighted Blanket
Est. Price$149
7.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in USA
Hypoallergenic
5 year warranty
Money-back guarantee
25 lbs
All-season
King size
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Hypoallergenic
Money-back guarantee
15 lbs
Cooling
Throw size
Bearaby
Hand-Knit Weighted Blanket
Est. Price$199
9.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Free From
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Vegan
Hypoallergenic
Plastic-free packaging
1 year warranty
15 lbs
All-season
Avocado
Weighted Blanket
Est. Price$229
8.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Money-back guarantee
12 lbs
Cooling
Throw size
Rough Linen
Woven Weighted Blanket
Est. Price$159
8.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Hypoallergenic
Therasage
TheraComfort Weighted Blanket
Est. Price$189
7.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
Discount Code
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Certifications
Highlights
Hypoallergenic
12 lbs
All-season
Throw size
How to Swap to Non-Toxic weighted blankets:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic weighted blankets:
What to know about weighted blankets
Weighted blankets are unique because they combine a large amount of fabric and fill material that drapes directly over your body for hours at a time. Since they sit on your skin or close to it during sleep, the materials they're made of really matter.
- Welpr focuses on the outer fabric, the fill material, and any dyes or treatments used — all of which can affect what you're breathing in and resting against nightly.
- Because weighted blankets are heavier than standard bedding, they often use synthetic fills like plastic pellets or polyester batting, which is why checking materials is especially important.
Review what you already have
Check the label or product listing for your current weighted blanket to see what it's made of. Look at both the outer shell fabric and the fill material, since they can be very different.
- Look for terms like "polyester," "microfiber," or "poly pellets" on the tag — these indicate synthetic materials in the shell or fill.
- If your blanket came without a detailed materials label, check the brand's website or original product listing for fabric and fill details.
Use your current weighted blanket more safely
If replacing your blanket right away isn't practical, a few simple steps can reduce your exposure to any synthetic materials or chemical treatments it may contain.
- Use a duvet cover made from organic cotton or natural linen as a barrier between your skin and the blanket.
- Wash or air out the blanket before first use and periodically after — this can help reduce residual odors from dyes, treatments, or synthetic materials.
Choose a cleaner weighted blanket
Look for weighted blankets with a natural-fiber shell — like organic cotton, linen, or hemp — and a natural fill such as glass beads paired with wool, down, or plant-based batting. Avoid blankets filled entirely with plastic pellets or synthetic fiber.
- Certifications like GOTS, OEKO-TEX®, or MADE SAFE® are a good sign, but also check that the brand clearly lists all materials and how the blanket is made.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved weighted blankets.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...