A mattress and bedding brand, Layla first introduced their Weighted Blanket in 2019, and since then, it's gone on to accumulate a 4.7/5 star rating on their website from more than 1,400 reviews. Many happy customers have commented saying how much they love the product and that it has helped them sleep better.
A big selling point for the Layla Weighted Blanket is it's dual-sided cover, with one side crafted from mink-like polyester side the other 300 thread-count cotton. Its glass-bead fill is designed to mimic Deep Touch Pressure (DTP) therapy, which has a calming effect that can be helpful in easing anxiety.
Read on to find out why it features in our guide to the best weighted blankets of 2025, and whether it's the right weighted blanket for you.
Layla Weighted Blanket: Review in brief
The Layla Weighted Blanket is great if you’re new to trying out weighted blankets, want a fuzzy, hugged feel, and are afraid of feeling overwhelmed by the weight of one that’s too big or heavy. One reason someone might want to try a weighted blanket in general is that they can help with feelings of anxiety, by creating a similar feeling to DTP, which relaxes the nervous system and promotes feelings of calm. The Layla website describes their blanket as a "glass-beaded fill + deep touch pressure weighted blanket."
It's available in three weights/sizes: 15lb (twin), 20lbs (queen), and 25lbs (king). We tested the 20lb Layla weighted blanket on our own even though our tester shares a king-sized bed with her husband.
We enjoyed the experience of sleeping under this blanket, finding that it minimized tossing, turning, and moving around as we slept. It was also great for naps on the couch, feeling calm while lying under it, and in general, elicited feelings of comfort while lying in bed.
It’s not easy to move around under a 20lb blanket so it can be great for anyone who is restless in bed or wakes up their bed partner with their movements (one of the best mattresses with good motion isolation can help with that, too).
Layla Weighted Blanket: Prices
The cost of a Layla Weighted Blanket was lower than our tester would have guessed. The MSRP is $219 for the 20lb queen blanket that’s 60" by 80," but at the time of writing (and during our testing period) it was on sale with $100 off, bringing the price down to $119.
Though that's in the upper range of weighted blanket pricing when at full MSRP, when on offer it's a great deal, particularly if compared with the cost of more premium weighted blankets, such as the Saatva Weighted Blanket which starts at $345 for a 12lb weight.
However, it's certainly not the cheapest option out there. If you're interested in trying out a weighted blanket to see if it's for you, there are more affordable choices, like the YNM Original Cotton Weighted Blanket we reviewed, which you can find for a low as $34.99 (at the time of writing) for a twin/full size on Amazon.
- 15lbs (twin): $199, on sale for $99
- 20lbs (queen): $219, on sale for $119
- 25lbs (king): $239, on sale for $139
We like that Layla offers free shipping and free returns (48 states) and has a 30-night trial, although it does request customers give their bedding a two-week trial period to adjust. That’s a fair ask, especially while you’re getting used to a weighted blanket sleeping experience, which will feel different to a regular duvet or comforter.
There’s also a five-year warranty on the blanket that “covers defects in materials and worksmanship” according to Layla.
You can also find the Layla through third-party retailers such as Amazon. At the time of this review the Layla was available on Amazon with MSRPs of $99 for the 15lb, $119 for the 20lb and $139 for the 25lb. You'll get free delivery and 30-day free returns, but the warranty period is unclear, indicating that you may not get the same 5 years as if you bought direct from the brand.
Layla Weighted Blanket: Sizes, Weights
While some weighted blankets come in a wide range of sizes and weights, the Layla Weighted Blanket is available in just three weights with dimensions that equate to twin, queen and king:
- 15lb (twin): 48" x 72"
- 20lbs (queen): 60" x 80"
- 25lbs (king): 80"x 87"
Layla has a handy Weighted Blanket Buying Guide in which they recommend you choose a weighted blanket that is around 10% of your body weight, using the example of a 150lb sleeper who would need the 15lb size. However, they also note that to some degree it's down to personal preference and how heavy, or light, you want your blanket to feel.
It's fair to say that the size and weight options for this Layla blanket are pretty limited; if you want a lighter blanket you have to get it in the twin size, and likewise, the heaviest blanket is only available in the king-size dimensions. There are other weighted blankets available that offer more variety of weights for each size, such as the Luna Weighted Blanket and the YNM Weighted Blanket,
Layla Weighted Blanket: Design & materials
The Layla weighted blanket is filled with glass microbeads, which might sound surprising to the average sleeper who doesn’t associate 'glass' with 'comfort' in bed. But, it’s fairly standard in weighted blanket manufacturing practices.
They didn’t make sounds or feel like you were sleeping under popcorn kernels, and they also don’t move around since they're secured within the hexagon-stitching pattern on the blanket.
Layla’s website says it uses high-density glass microbeads because they are cleaner and a better option for weighted blankets because they’re quieter. We have to admit that the idea of sleeping under (thousands?) of glass beads seems like a recipe for an injury but we didn’t have any issues or injuries to report. The blanket feels soft and like being under a really heavy quilt.
The blanket came in its own fabric carrying case in the shipping box which was a nice little bonus for when you’re stowing it away, or if you’re traveling with the weighted blanket.
The weighted blanket cover fabric is black soft cotton on one side and a gray mink-like faux fur made from polyester on the other and is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified. Being reversible is a definite bonus if you want to switch between a cozy, furry feel and a smooth, soft one.
While we didn’t wash the Layla weighted blanket as part of our testing process, it’s possible to wash this blanket in a gentle cycle on cold and tumble dry on a low setting. The brand also notes that you shouldn't iron it.
This weighted blanket is only available in one dark gray-black combination so if you’re looking for more variety in design or color options, you might want to try another weighted blanket.
Layla Weighted Blanket: Performance
Our tester ordered the 20lb (queen) size so she could sample the weighted blanket for herself without worrying about having to share it with her husband in their king bed.
It was nicely packaged and arrived in its own fabric case which was helpful for future storage. Our tester enjoyed dragging the blanket to the living room for extra comfort on early morning wakeups with toddlers. It added a little more ‘indulgence’ and ‘calm, self-care’ feelings to 6 a.m. Saturdays on the couch, when she would generally prefer to be sleeping in bed over the chaos these kinds of mornings can elicit.
Weighted blankets in general are supposed to mimic Deep Pressure Touch therapy (aka strong, warm hugs) and as we mentioned above, Layla notes that the blanket is intended to do this, and we felt like it delivered on that front.
We didn’t necessarily notice better or more sleep (see previous paragraph about toddlers) while testing this for a few weeks, but our tester is a decent sleeper in general most nights and the Layla Weighted Blanket didn’t change her sleep, which felt great.
In fact, it was an easy transition from testing the Layla Alternative Down Comforter (lightweight) to this weighted blanket. No waking up sweating or feeling constrained or claustrophobic. We tested this in New York spring temperatures that swung between low 40 degrees to upper 70 degrees Fahrenheit and the blanket was cozy, without causing sweating, but we concede that in warmer weather, or if you naturally sleep hot, there's a chance you will overheat.
Overall, we think it performed well.
Should you buy the Layla Weighted Blanket?
We thought the Layla Weighted Blanket is a great buy and a nice introduction to the weighted blanket experience. That heavy, 'huggy', weighted feeling might not be for everyone and if you aren’t sure, it’s wise to try a weighted blanket like Layla’s for its soft comforting feel and the 30-day trial and free shipping.
We thought the blanket felt great, helped our tester sleep solidly at night, and it wasn’t that hot under a comforter in the temperatures we tested it in, earning it an overall score of 4 out of 5. It helped reduce nighttime movements in our tester which her husband appreciated. It’s a well-priced weighted blanket considering the quality of its construction.
Buy the Layla Weighted Blanket if...
✅You want to try a cozy, soft-feeling weighted blanket. If you’re looking for a heavy, quilted blanket feel over a knit weighted blanket, and want the option to switch between a furry and smooth side, you’ll like the dual-texture of the Layla Weighted Blanket.
✅You want help staying put while you sleep. This blanket performed well at keeping our tester mostly on her side of the bed while she slept under it – it’s a benefit your bed partner might be looking for!
✅You’re looking for a well-made weighted blanket at a good price. We thought the price of this blanket — between $100 to $140 when on sale — was a fair ask given the good quality and materials used. The product is well-reviewed by others and with a five-year guarantee from the company, we think it’s a worthwhile investment.
Don't buy the Layla Weighted Blanket if...
❌You like variety: If you want more than one color option because you don’t think the gray-black goes with your décor, look for other weighted blanket options.
❌You tend to sleep hot: We enjoyed the coziness of this blanket without overheating during spring temperatures that flip-flopped between cool and comfortably warm. But if you’re someone who sleeps hot or prefers a light sheet or lightweight blanket when the temperatures spike, this (and indeed any) weighted blanket might not be ideal.
