I like this blanket because of it's size, hand feel, and warmth. I do wish the heating element went all the way to the edges of the blanket instead of leaving a gap to the sides. The control is easy to use and I like the multitude of options for time and heat. The cord is long so I don't have to be up against an outlet. I haven't washed it yet but I'm glad it's machine washable because my dog also loves it haha