Shoppers have been raving over a particular type of hot water bottle on Amazon as temperatures plunge and energy bills remain high.
The online marketplace is selling a Foot Warmer Hot Water Bottle for £15.99 – saving shoppers money on its original price tag of £20.99 – which has proved to be a big hit with customers. According to Amazon, the "lightweight and portable" hot water bottle foot warmer is made up of "machine washable super soft flannel", that is "exceptionally durable and warm".
After filling the bottle up with hot water, it'll "stay warm for a couple of hours", while the heated slippers have a "360° surround design". The bottom also features an "anti-slip" design, and can be used "for warm feet and hands or as a travel pillow."
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The product could also be beneficial in relieving pain and soreness as foot heating is said to help increase blood circulation and relaxation.
Amazon added: "Protect your feet from low blood circulation, arthritis, and cold floors. Hot water bottle helps relieve cold hands and feet, low back pain, dysmenorrhea, arthritis pain, sports injury, convulsions and stomach pains."
As it stands, the foot warmer has been given a 4.4 out of five star rating, with hundreds of reviews. KHS wrote: "Does as intended – heats the feet cheaply and effectively."
A second said: "I have always suffered from cold feet and this little foot warmer is a dream come true!" In her five star review, Charlotte added: "Best purchase of 2023!" Another customer simply wrote: "Pure bliss."
Jo wrote: "I always suffer with cold feet no matter how many pairs of socks I put on. I used it as soon as it arrived and oh my god, my feet are finally warm and cosy. I would highly recommend as the winter is coming and we are having to use the heating less because if the cost. So we'll worth the money. I also love that the cover is washable."
Jabsie said: "This has basically helped to stop my chilblains on my toes which is a massive relief. It is basically a hot water bottle with a fluffy cover." However, they explained: "My only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that the stitching has started to come undone on the bit that makes feet compartments which is making it feel loose now."
Janet also wrote: "The quality is good, but I find the foot holes are too narrow when your wearing thick socks, which I do in the winter time!" Bida said: "It is easy to use, however the glue for the attached flops came off within a week."
There are a variety of other hot water bottle foot warmers on the market, as well as several other types, such as electrical warmers. Amazon is also selling a giant hot water bottle slipper for women for £20. There's also the Snailax 2-in-1 Shiatsu Foot and Back Massager, with three adjustable heating levels, for £49.86.
For £10, shoppers can buy a Country Club Grey Foot Warmer at Poundland. B&Q has a similar looking one available for £10.99.
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