Shoppers pick up £5 winter must-have with hidden feature to stay warm without the heating on
SHOPPERS have flocked to pick up a £5 winter essential with a hidden feature that keeps you warm without the heating.
With the cost-of-living crisis, many Brits are looking for alternative ways to keep warm without resorting to their radiators.
These Plush Thermal USB Electric Heated Slippers are a winter essential that’s both practical and stylish.
These heated slippers, available through Shop In Store via Wowcher, have seen a surge in popularity thanks to their promise of long-lasting warmth.
Powered by a simple USB connection, the slippers heat up to a toasty 55°C, offering hours of comfort whether you’re curled up on the sofa or braving the coldest corners of your home.
The plush material and sleek design make them a cosy addition to any winter wardrobe, with two chic colour options — pink or grey — to suit all tastes.
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Originally priced at £15.99, this budget-friendly deal represents a 69% saving, making it the perfect solution for anyone looking to stay warm without cranking up the heating.
Shoppers have also praised the slippers for their practicality.
They’re lightweight, washable, and come with an extended USB cable for ease of use.
Available in sizes to fit most adults, they’re a versatile choice for battling the winter chill.
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For just £4.99, these USB-powered slippers are an unbeatable deal —but with demand surging, you’ll need to act fast to grab a pair.
To purchase, shoppers can simply buy a Wowcher code online, redeem it, and wait for their cosy boots to arrive.
This winter, staying warm doesn’t have to mean sky-high energy bills— just plug in, and relax.
It comes after a savvy mum found a budget-friendly winter essential from Aldi, claiming it will "keep you warm for pennies."
She shared her discovery on Mumsnet after another parent sought advice on how to stay warm without turning on the heating.
One mum asked the "heating one room as cheaply as possible."
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Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.
Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.
Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.
Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.
Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.
Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.
Bargain hunters can also use B&M’s scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.
And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you’ll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
She explained: "I work from home and can't afford to have my heating on all day.
"My house is freezing with high ceilings. I can't focus when it's so cold. What's the cheapest way to heat one room during the day?"
Several money-saving parents quickly chimed in with their thoughts and clever hacks.
One commenter mentioned a surprising find from Aldi that promises to warm you up in seconds.
They wrote: "Others have already made most of my points, so I'll just add: Make sure you wear some sort of head covering, like a woolly hat.
"Five-minute stretches help wake me up and keep me warm. I use a fan heater on and off for about eight hours, and it costs around 30-40p a day.
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"My electric throw is much cheaper but a bit cumbersome. I saw a plug-in electric jumper in Aldi the other day, which I'm considering.
"Or you can buy very small heat pads (they're intended for animals) – sit on one, and it will keep you warm for pennies."
5 Money-saving tips for autumn/winter
1. Draught-proof your home
It takes time and money to heat up your home, so it’s important that you do as much as you can to keep in the warmth. Close your doors and windows, and fill any gaps with a draught excluder.
2. Dial down your thermostat
According to Energy UK, turning down your thermostat by just one degree Celsius could cut your heating bill by up to 10%, and save you around £85 per year. Plus, if you don’t have a thermostat, installing one could save up to £70 per year!
3. Move furniture around
Make sure not big, bulky furniture like sofas are blocking radiators.
4. Wash clothes on a lower temp and add an extra spin
Unless it's bedding, towels or really dirty items, dial down the temperature to 20 or 30 degrees, and do a double spin to remove excess water.
5. Heat the person not the home
There's not point heating up a room that no one is sitting in, so be mindful about which radiators are on.