The 8 Best Heating Pads to Buy in 2018

For a solid, all-purpose heating pad at a great price, this heating pad from Sunbeam is up for the job. It measures 12" x 24", so it’s big enough to cover a large area, and it comes with a 9-foot cord so you don't have to be directly next to an outlet. There are three heat settings, which can be selected with a slide controller that’s easy to operate, especially for hands affected by arthritis. It also comes with a sponge insert you can use if you prefer a moist heat.

Thousands of reviewers give this heating pad the thumbs up, saying it works for everything from cramps to muscle aches to a favorite place for pets to hangout.

You know that tight, achy feeling you get in your neck and shoulders when you’re tired and stressed? If not, you’re lucky, but if you do, you’ll be more than relieved to know there’s a heating pad made specifically to treat that type of tension and pain. The unique shape is designed to hang around your shoulders and cradle your neck. There are no cords tying you to one place either. You simply put this pad in the microwave then place it around your shoulders, so you can use it at your desk, while lying in bed, or anywhere else you see fit.

For those times when cold therapy is a better option, you can also place it in the freezer. It’s filled with unscented clay beads that evenly distribute the heat or cold and target your aching muscles.

Most adults will, unfortunately, experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. It can range from distracting to debilitating, and finding relief is key. This heating pad from Sunbeam is designed specifically to treat lower back pain both effectively and conveniently.

The pad is equipped with a Velcro closure, so you can wrap it around your waist, and it will stay in place securely. It comes with a 9-foot cord and will shut off automatically after two hours in case you fall asleep or otherwise forget that it’s on. If you want to take it on the go, there’s a removable pack that you can heat in a microwave or freeze for hot and cold treatment on the go. Customers love the flexibility it offers and say the pain relief it provides is top-notch.

This heating pad is designed specifically for women to relieve the pain of menstrual cramps. It can be positioned to target your stomach or lower back, and you can use it for heat or cool therapy by placing it in the microwave or freezer. It’s filled with 10 herbs and grains, so it smells amazing and offers the benefits of aromatherapy as well.

Because there are no cords, you can take it wherever you like, while a velcro strap holds in place to target the pain. Customers rave about this product and love the mobility and relief it provides.

For long-lasting, portable heat therapy, there’s this WilloWisp rechargeable heating pack. You simply plug it in to charge it up, then take it wherever you need to for hours of heat relief. It’s simple and straightforward in its design, so it can be used on any part of your body. It measures 5" x 1.4" x 10" and weighs less than 2.5 pounds.

Customers say it heats up quickly and holds the heat for a long time, though some dislike the fact that you can’t control the temperature as well as you can with more traditional heating pads.

For those times when your whole body feels achy or on the coldest of nights when you just want to crawl into a warm cozy bed, this heated mattress pad by Sunbeam has you covered. Made with the company’s ThermoFine technology, there are 10 settings you can choose from as well as auto-adjust technology to keep the temperature consistent through the night. A preheat setting lets you warm up the bed to just the right temperature before you crawl in for the night.

Made of 100 percent cotton, it comes in sizes to fit beds from twin to king. It’s water-resistant, machine washable, and safe to put in your dryer. Customers love this heating pad and say they can’t imagine winter nights without it. The only problem: It will be harder to get out of bed than ever.

Cold feet are the worst, and sometimes socks just won’t cut it, no matter how thick and wooly they may. This heated foot warmer, however, will keep your toes nice and toasty no matter how chilly the weather. It’s also great for people with arthritis or other issues that cause poor circulation. There are four settings, so you can get the temperature just right.

Made of cozy fleece material with a soft, fiberfill center, it’s cushy and soft. The pad measures 35" x 20", so it’s big enough to fit two pairs of feet too. And don’t worry if someone’s feet aren’t always the freshest smelling, this pad is machine washable and dryer safe.

Unlike traditional electric heating pads, this one uses infrared heat and negative ions from jade and carbon fiber. The infrared heat promise to penetrate heat deeper into your body for more pain relief, improved blood circulation, and reduced tension.

This pad comes in several sizes, and it’s flexible so it can wrap around most body parts. The smart digital control features a timer, temperature settings, an automatic shut-off feature and a memory function. Customers overwhelmingly say this heating pad exceeds expectations and provides incredible relief from pain. One wrote that it’s in “a completely different class from ordinary heating pads.”