I honestly think there's nothing more luxurious or comforting than a heated blanket, and this one doesn't disappoint. I only wish I'd had it this past winter. One side of the blanket is that soft sherpa material --- this is the side I like to have on my body. The other side is fleece, but it's less attractive bc you can see/feel the lines of coils that get heated. Because of these, it's also a bit stiff in places, so I wouldn't drape this blanket over the couch. Note: the instructions say to try and lay it flat while you're using it, which isn't really possible unless you're lying flat in a bed. But I've draped this over my shoulders while sitting on the floor, and it's totally usable in any position.I keep it in the closet when we're not using it, and in the winter will probably keep it on my bed. The heater is significant -- level 3 is enough to be warmed up, and level 5 puts out a lot of heat.