Helix's knitted weighted blanket for easing anxiety and stress is 20% off ahead of Presidents' Day — why we'd buy it

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Racing thoughts and anxiety keeping you awake? A weighted blanket could be your ticket for better sleep and one of our favorites in on sale today. The Knit Weighted Blanket by Helix comes in two weights (10lbs, 15lbs) to suit a range of body weights and today you can save 20% on the Knit Weighted Blanket at Helix with prices starting from $149 (was $186.25).

We know from testing this year's best weighted blankets that they use deep pressure therapy to help create a sense of calm and peace while you're napping in the day or sleeping at night. Various studies show that by mimicking the sensation of a warm hug, bedding like the The Knit Weighted Blanket helps to reduce anxiety and stress and even symptoms of insomnia in adults.

If you're looking to upgrade more of your bedding then now is a great time to do so as we've spotted some great early deals among this year's Presidents' Day bedding sales. For now, here's what you need to know about The Knit Weighted Blanket by Helix…

Helix The Knit Weighted Blanket: from $186.25 $149 at Helix Sleep
The Helix is similar to the Bearaby cotton in terms of its relaxing knitted design and is ideal for any one new to the concept of using a weighted blanket. Crafted from hypoallergenic 100% soft polyester jersey fabric, Helix's The Knit Weighted Blanket delivers excellent air flow and breathability to ensure you don't overheat during your sleep, no matter the weather. Unlike other options in the market which are too heavy to move around the house, the Helix knit weighted blanket is great for all forms of relaxation like a quick nap on the couch or for deep restorative sleep. It comes in one size (50" x 60") and two weights: 10lbs and 15lbs. You can now get this at 20% off, dropping the MSRP of a 10lb blanket from $186.25 to $149. A 15lb blanket is on sale for $169 (was $211.25).

Benefits: 100 night trial | Free shipping | 1 year warranty

Price history: While this is a great deal if you're planning on buying one now, we have seen discounts up to 25% during bigger sale events like Labor Day and Black Friday. So if you don't need to buy urgently, consider waiting until closer to Presidents' Day to see if a bigger price drop arrives in the Helix mattress sale.

Looking for a heavier alternative? Try this...

Layla Weighted Blanket: from $199 $99 at Layla Sleep
The Layla is perfect for the colder months or if you're specifically looking for a weighted blanket that is designed to offer excellent warmth in addition to full-body pressure relief and a relaxing hugging sensation. It is crafted from high-density glass beads encased in a dual textured cover with a 300-thread count cotton fabric on one side and plush polyester mink on the other. It also comes in three weight size options: 15lbs, 20lbs and 25lbs along with a 30-night trial and five-year warranty. The Layla is now $100 off which drops the MSRP of a 15 lbs from $199 to $99.

For further ways to upgrade your sleep comfort take a look at our best mattress guide for our top recommendations for different sleepers and budgets. Many of them are now discounted in price too thanks to this year's Presidents' Day mattress sales and deals.

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Becky is a Sleep Staff Writer at Tom’s Guide covering all things sleep-related including product reviews, research studies, news and explainers. She works on specialist bedding content and is responsible for buyer’s guides like the best pillows for all sleepers and best mattress protectors focusing on popular brands such as Tempur-Pedic, Avocado, Coop Home Goods and more. Becky is a PPA accredited journalist who is keen to explore the intricacies of sleep, its effects on skincare, mental wellbeing and work performance. While not thinking of sleep, she can be seen reading in cosy bookshops or learning about global food culture.