I have a hot water bottle from Boots. It's hot all night and still slightly warm if I leave it in the bed all day." (Tried and tested by Trinkethearth) Our verdict Tightly seal - Ensure that the seal is screwed tight to prevent spillage and wipe down the outside before adding to the bed. Material: Rubber with a 100% polyester cover | Colours: Grey | Size: 77cm x 14cm | Machine-washable cover: Yes What we like Look for the kitemark - A hot water bottle should always comply with British Standards, so look for those bearing the Kitemark symbol for peace of mind. Another attractive full-length design, this long teddy hot water bottle is super soft, so it's perfect for cuddling when you crawl into bed at the end of a busy day.

I love my YUYU hot water bottle. It can warm the length of my body at once and you can tie it around your torso so it is hands-free. The fleece cover is really soft and snuggly." (Recommended by TryingToDrinkMoreWater) Whether you’re lying in bed, working at a desk or relaxing on the sofa, it’s easy to escape the chill under an extra-large hot water bottle like this one. The durable Vagabond Hot Water Bottle is ribbed on both sides without that unwelcome rubbery scent, plus it has a safety handle for stress-free filling, although some found this a bit flimsy. It offers heat across a larger area than other hot water bottles on our list, and the fleecy cover is a real treat too.

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Along with other penny-saving solutions for keeping toasty like finding the best electric blanket and warming your feet with a pair of the cosiest women's slippers, selecting a good quality hot water bottle is a cost-effective way to stay warm in the depths of winter. Heat therapy can also be effective at relieving aches, joint pains, and period cramps according to the NHS, so it's a good idea to have a hot water bottle on hand even on milder days. I swear by the Hotties. I use them several times a day and we've had our current Hotties for about four years. They stay really warm for a long time too." (Recommended by user1493122149) Our verdictBoil the kettle and leave the water to cool for around five minutes. You may wish to add the water into an easy-pour jug with a spout rather than pouring directly from the kettle. Material: Traditional ribbed rubber | Colours: Pink, red or blue | Size: 32.5 x 21.5cm | Machine-washable cover: No What we like Don’t use boiling water - If using a traditional style hot water bottle, you should allow your boiled kettle water to cool for a few minutes before adding it to the bottle.

According to Mumsnet users, this long hot water bottle is nothing short of amazing, and we have to wholeheartedly agree. The award-winning YUYU is a cosy delight - a long, slim bottle with a plush fleece cover, it simply moulds around the body for maximum comfort.

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The cover has a wide opening, so you can remove the bottle with ease, and it comes with an elastic band that scrunches at the top to keep it tidy. Reviewers also like that the stopper feels sturdy and leakproof. Material: Natural rubber with a 100% polyester cover | Colours: Mink, dove grey, natural and alabaster | Size: 39cm x 22cm | Machine-washable cover: Yes What we like Having collated all that information, we then narrowed our list down to the best hot water bottle options on the market. About the author Material: Six-layer PVC electric hot water bottle | Colours: Blur or slate grey | Size: 25 x 17 x 5cm | Machine-washable cover: No What we like