7 of the best Oodie alternatives you can buy in the UK
The Oodie is a hoodie blanket that has exploded in popularity recently, particularly with more people working from home during lockdown.
The issue that some people have is that the Oodie products can be a little bit expensive (unless you nab one in the sale section), however, we found some great Oodie alternatives that you can check out if you're looking for something a little cheaper and different.
Let's get into it:
Silentnight Snugsie
Price: £20
Silentnight is probably best known for mattresses/pillows, but the brand has also started producing wearable blankets, such as the Snugsie. Made from soft teddy fleece, I found the Snugsie to be really comfortable and to feel very similar to my Oodie. But what impressed me most about the Snugsie is how cheap it is - just £20. Learn more and buy it here - amazon.co.uk
The Big Softy (Our Favourite)
Price: £34.99
The US-based company's website is currently completely out of stock, but thankfully there are some Big Softy cuddle jumpers stocked on Amazon UK.
Unlike other cheaper oodie alternatives the Big Comfy Teddy Hoody is a wopping 38” long, so it covers you completely when you pull your legs inside, and is rammed with 250gsm of Teddy Fleece alongside 230gsm of Sherpa for one of the thickest, most comfy sherpa hoodies out there.
You can pick a range of different colours from Amazon.co.uk, but sadly not The Big Comfy Website.
Sienna hoodie blanket - best cheap Oodie alternative
Price: £15
If you're looking for a cheaper version of an Oodie, that will arrive quickly and without fuss, then definitely try the Sienna hoodie blanket.
You can buy it from Amazon and it is actually within the category of 'Amazon's Choice'. The Sienna hoodie blanket is available in a few different colours and styles, including a similar grey to what you can get from Oodie. One main difference with Sienna is that you can't get patterns and styles such as the Rick and Morty pattern from Oodie, but the classic styles are still pretty cool.
Check out the Sienna hoodie blankets here (prices at less than £20!) - amazon.co.uk
Kudd.ly - best for a large hoodie blanket
Price: £89
If you're looking for a really big Oodie alternative then look no further than the hoodie blankets from Kudd.ly.
This brand is known for creating a range of quality blankets and bedding accessories, but their range of hoodie blankets is really popular. Their 6XL hoodie blanket is one of the best value hoodie blankets you can buy, and comes in a 'one size fits all' size. The blanket has a MicroCool exterior and a sherpa fleece interior, making it super comfortable and breathable. What's pretty cool about the hoodie blankets from Kudd.ly is that you can buy them with pattern styles, including a cute Koala one.
There is also a 30-day moneyback guarantee, check out the 6XL hoodie blanket here - kudd.ly
Primark Snuddie (Best Value)
If you're in the mood for a much cheaper Oodie alternative, then look no further than the Primark Snuddie. Believe me when I say it that this blanket hoodie is worth a trip on its own.
We picked up one last week from our local Primark and can say that it is one of the best value alternatives you can find. The Snuddie is warm, soft and colourful - with a fleece inside and pockets.
Ours was a nice purple one with Dinosaurs. Super cute and comforting.
In terms of quality, we don't see this Oodie alternative lasting very long. The materials are nice to begin with but after a few washes there is a chance that the material will loose its soft texture and will not be quite as cosy.
In saying that, for the price of the Snuddie, you could buy one for the next three winters for the same price as other inclusions here.
The best place to purchase the Snuddie is, in our mind, the physical shop. That way you can touch the Snuddie and feel its quality yourself.
Three Poodle - Best for Kids
Price: £39
We thought we would include an option for kids. Three Poodle sherpa Oodie for kids is at the top end of the price range, but the top end of the 'cool' scale. We've included this alternative simply because of its design and the reviews.
Buy it here - amazon.co.uk
Price: £69
The Oodie products are really well-made and high quality, so a good alternative would also have to be quality. That's why we love the hoodie blankets from Oodie - the products are pretty straightforward in terms of design, but they're made from materials such as sherpa fleece, plus they're handcrafted which is really impressive.
Take a look at the Snuggy products here - snuggy.com
Finn H
Finn is the editor of You Well and has been writing about travel, health, and more for over 10 years.