According to our test, the weighted blanket from LEROO is ideal for overcoming sleep disorders, facilitating relaxation and reducing stress. It imitates a warm hug and can therefore help to reduce anxiety, brighten the mood and improve well-being. The high-quality therapy blanket is OEKO-TEX certified. Particularly high-quality fabrics have been selected for its manufacture, which are healthy, breathable, thermo-regulating and extremely gentle on the skin. The double-stitched finish of the blanket guarantees a particularly long service life. The gravity blanket is made up of seven layers. Each of these layers has its own important function and makes this weighted blanket particularly high-quality. This 7-layer system also reliably prevents glass beads from escaping. The weight in the duvet is provided by small micro glass beads, which are optimally distributed throughout the product . They ensure a pleasant sleeping sensation and a more intensive feeling of your own body. The weighted blanket from Leroo is supplied in a practical storage bag made of sturdy, transparent plastic. The delivery also includes a special cotton cover for the blanket with a matching pillowcase. These covers are in neutral shades of grey. They are also available from Leroo in a cosier version for the cold season. A clever loop system on the covers makes it a little easier to cover the weighted blanket. This also prevents the blanket from slipping inside the cover. Overall, the weighted blanket from Leroo is a highly recommended product.
Advantages
✅ Durability: 7-layer system and double stitching for increased service life
✅ Promotes relaxation and stress reduction
✅ Includes special cover for pillow and blanket with sophisticated loop system
✅ Hypoallergenic, skin-friendly natural materials and manufactured in accordance with OEKO-TEX standards
Disadvantages
❌ No significant disadvantages
The first impression
The packaging and labelling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be ensured.
Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
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Product protection | Packed compactly in a sturdy cardboard box, additional protection with storage bag made of sturdy plastic; product sufficiently well protected; “Caution heavy parcel” notice on the packaging box | 100 points |
Sustainability of the packaging | The compact packaging eliminates unnecessary packaging waste. The protective storage bag made of sturdy plastic (not necessarily recyclable) makes perfect sense for product protection. | 80 points |
Product labelling | OEKO-TEX certification for freedom from harmful substances; care instructions symbols on the product are complete | 100 points |
Miscellaneous | The choking hazard for small children is labelled accordingly on the plastic storage bag, in German and English | 100 points |
Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The weighted ceiling from LEROO arrived compactly packed in a sturdy cardboard box. The note “Caution heavy parcel” on the packaging box can also prevent accidents during transport due to improper lifting. The box was undamaged and easy to open using scissors or similar. The product was additionally packed and protected in a portable storage bag made of thick plastic . The product was therefore fully protected in this case. The weighted blanket arrived in perfect condition . The packaging is not necessarily completely recyclable with regard to the supplied, portable storage bag made of sturdy plastic. However, as the blanket was delivered with the covers directly in it, this plastic bag makes perfect sense in favour of adequate product protection. The longevity of this product means that sustainability is well assured. As prescribed, the plastic bag is labelled with a warning against choking hazards for small children .
The high-quality therapy blanket is OEKO-TEX certified. Particularly high-quality fabrics were selected for its manufacture, which are healthy, breathable, thermo-regulating and extremely gentle on the skin. It was also manufactured in accordance with the relevant OEKO-TEX standards.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the pack complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
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Package contents & scope | Package contents complete: Weighted blanket in storage bag, blanket and pillowcase, flyer booklet | 100 points |
Instructions for use and care instructions | Instructions for use, care instructions and additional tips in the flyer booklet, written clearly and in detail in German. Care instructions all with corresponding symbols also directly on the product | 100 points |
Contact information | in the flyer booklet with company name, address and e-mail, but without company telephone number | 90 points |
Miscellaneous | A pillowcase matching the special duvet cover has been included to ensure a uniform design | 100 points |
Total | 97.5 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The contents of the heavy weighted blanket pack were complete: The weighted blanket in its sturdy, portable storage bag was also accompanied by a special blanket cover, as well as a matching pillowcase and a detailed flyer booklet. As the therapy blanket was already compactly packed in the plastic bag, it was additionally protected and therefore arrived in perfect condition. The pillowcase supplied matches the special blanket cover with loop system exactly. This ensures a uniform design on the sleeping area, which is very customer-friendly and well thought-out. The instructions and tips for use and care in the flyer booklet are very detailed and easy to understand, written in German and English. The most important care instructions with the corresponding symbols can also be found directly on the product. The company name, postal address and e-mail contact details are almost completely included on the flyer. Only a telephone number for the company would have been desirable as additional information. All in all, this is a compact, partially sustainable and generally well thought-out and customer-friendly way of sending a product.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
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Visual appearance | Clean and flawless, cotton covers in a neutral-coloured, modern grey design | 100 points |
Processing | very carefully processed, double seam, sophisticated 7-layer system | 100 points |
Stability | Good stability and tear resistance thanks to double stitching; the different layers also reliably prevent microbeads from escaping and make the product even more durable. | 100 points |
Sustainability of the product | Manufactured according to OEKO-TEX standards and also sustainable thanks to the durability of the product | 100 points |
Miscellaneous | Odourless thanks to the use of glass beads | 100 points |
Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The weighted blanket from LEROO is extremely clean and carefully finished. The double stitching guarantees stability and tear resistance. The different layers of the sophisticated 7-layer system of the therapy blanket also reliably prevent microbeads from escaping , making the product even more durable. The particularly long service life of this product ensures a certain degree of sustainability. Production in accordance with OEKO-TEX standards with corresponding certification provides an additional guarantee that you have opted for a particularly sustainable product. The special cotton cover for the weighted blanket and the pillowcase supplied come in a neutral-coloured, modern grey design and therefore fit into any bedroom or living room. The use of microbeads made of pure glass ensures that the weighted blanket is odourless.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
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Promotion of relaxation and stress reduction | The weight of the blanket imitates a warm hug, promotes blood circulation, enables better relaxation and has been proven to reduce everyday stress. | 100 points |
Suitability as a sleep aid | makes it easier to fall asleep and can significantly reduce sleep disorders | 100 points |
Sleep comfort | maximum sleeping comfort, as it is particularly cosy, soft, enveloping and healthy | 100 points |
Easy-care, healthy natural material | The natural materials used comply with OEKO-TEX standards and are easy to care for, kind to the skin and thermo-regulating | 100 points |
Easier to cover thanks to special cover with loop system | The special cover supplied for the weighted blanket has a clever loop system to make it easier to cover. This makes it possible to carry out this task alone. | 100 points |
Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
According to our test, the weighted blanket from LEROO definitely lives up to its promise. Weighted with glass beads, it imitates the warm embrace of an adult and is therefore ideal for facilitating relaxation and reducing everyday stress. It can also help to reduce anxiety, lighten the mood and improve general well-being. This therapy blanket is also well suited as a sleep aid, as it can help you drift off to sleep and overcome sleep disorders. The high-quality therapy blanket is OEKO-TEX certified. Particularly high-quality, healthy fabrics were selected for its manufacture, which are especially breathable, thermo-regulating, hypoallergenic and kind to the skin. The double-stitched finish of the blanket guarantees a particularly long service life. The gravity duvet is also made up of seven special layers. This 7-layer system also reliably prevents the micro glass beads from escaping. The small glass beads, which provide the weight in the blanket, are and remain optimally distributed. A special cotton cover for the duvet with matching pillowcase is also included. A well thought-out loop system on the duvet cover makes it a little easier to cover the weighted duvet, so that this can also be done alone, without an additional helping hand. This also prevents the blanket from slipping in the cover. Overall, the weighted blanket from LEROO is a health-promoting and highly recommended product.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also analyse consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
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Price / performance ratio | Very good quality at a reasonable price | 100 points |
Rating cut | 4.3 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 65 points |
Total | 82.5 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the weighted blanket from LEROO an average rating of 4.3 stars. One criticism is that the weighted blanket makes it difficult to move and change sleeping positions at night. However, this is probably the case with all weighted blankets and is also part of the calming effect. Many customers like the fact that they noticed a significant improvement in falling asleep, sleeping through the night and the feeling of sleep after a certain period of familiarisation . In our practical test, we were also able to confirm that this product delivers what it promises. The sleeping comfort is particularly good and the blanket does not cause any skin irritation or other damage to health thanks to the natural materials.
Prices of up to €104.00 are charged on the internet for equivalent cushions in this size. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €49.99. With a price of € 69.90, the LEROO weighted blanket is currently in the middle price segment. The price ratio is very good for the quality and scope of services you get.
Overall result
Weighting | Score achieved* | |
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1. packaging & labelling | 15% | 95 points |
2. package contents & instructions | 15% | 97.5 points |
3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 100 points |
4. in the practical test | 30% | 100 points |
5. price/performance & consumer reviews | 20% | 82.5 points |
Total | 95.38 points |