If Your Goal Is To Reach Your Coziest Potential This Winter, Then These 30 Products Should Be On Your Radar

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30-01-2025

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We're talking swaddled *and* coddled, my friends.
1. A "Cup Cozy Pillow" if being forced to leave your cozy den sounds like a fate worse than death. (Dramatic? Me? Never.) This brings the no-spill convenience of cupholders to a squishy surface near you with built-in pockets that can fit cups and bottles of all kinds (even mugs!) and is lined with insulating foam to keep drinks hot or cold for longer. Finally, all your bevies and treats are within arms reach without exposing a single limb to harsh, outside-the-blanket air.
Cup Cozy Pillow is a small business that specializes in family-friendly snack and drink organizers.
Check out a TikTok of the Cup Cozy Deluxe Pillow in action.
Promising review:"This thing is great! I'm home on maternity leave with my new baby and spend most of my time on the couch under a sleeping baby. This product makes it easy for me to keep my drinks, remote, etc, close by, even with dogs running around. It's a little more expensive than I would have liked, but it works, and I love it, so money well spent!" — Amber
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in nine styles).
2. Cozy Ugg ankle boots that can play the part of supportive slippers or cozy going-out shoes with equal success. They've got all the comfort you've come to know and love from Uggs in a shorter style that won't weigh you down.
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My fellow BuzzFeed editor Heather Braga already loves these Uggs:
"I recently got these Ugg minis and have been wearing them as my 'work shoes' now that I WFH full time. They're the perfect mix between a slipper and an actual shoe, so I can continue to wear my comfiest clothes to 'the office' (my kitchen table) but also feel like I've somewhat transitioned into work mode for the day. They're super soft, as all Uggs are, and honestly just make me happy! They are true-to-size, so no worries about sizing up or down."
Get them from Amazon for $149.95 (available in women's sizes 5–12 and in 24 styles).
3. Or, two-tone memory foam slippers for being everything slippers rarely are but always should be — cute, cushy, breathable, and easy to clean. Just throw 'em in the wash!
Reviewers say this style runs small, so you might want to consider ordering a size up.
Promising review:"These are very nice slippers. They are comfortable and well-constructed. Been using them for a few months now, and they still look like new. Love the color and also the fact that the sole is rubber and easy to clean." — Natacha
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–12 and in eight colors).
4. A plush self-warming pet bed so your perpetually cold chihuahua or picky kitty has a cozy spot to nap when you're not available to be their personal space heater. It's lined with a Mylar interior that reflects your pet's body heat for top-tier coziness without any electricity.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes swears by it: "This is THE cat bed, y'all. Neither of my cats has ever really taken to a cat bed and much preferred to doze on their cat tree or curl up on a regular blanket — until I finally caved in and bought the Aspen self-warming bed a while back. IMMEDIATELY, upon placing it on my couch, one of my cats crawled into it and happily began napping. As soon as he moved away, my other cat jumped in to take it for a test run as well. After about a week of them taking turns using it (literally, the cat *not* in the bed would lay next to it, waiting for the other to leave — my polite boys 🥹), I realized I needed to buy a second one. They immediately took to that one as well, and now, they both have access to their favorite bed whenever they like!
"Whenever I put my hand underneath them, I can definitely feel how warm they are underneath, so the bed's self-warming feature seems to work well. I think what they love most about it is the shape and how unbelievably cushy it is. And the sides of the bed are supportive enough for them to put their heads on but still flexible enough for them to stretch out however they like. While the listing recommends this bed for cats under 10 pounds, larger cats will be just fine, as Sneaky is quite large (his affectionate nickname is 'Chonky'), and he adores this bed. Most of all, I love knowing they won't be cold at night, especially when I'm away from home. Knowing I'll never have to waste money on another cat bed that sits unused is just the cherry on top. Highly recommend!!"
Get it from Amazon for $23.41.
5. A plush bath pillow to finally make your luxe bath time aspirations a reality with a comfy liner that suctions to the wall or tub so it won't shift around while trying to relax.
6. Plus, a suction overflow drain cover because shallow water and that ambient draining sound isn't exactly your idea of relaxing. With this simple cover, your teeny apartment bath can become the deep soaking tub of your dreams!
Promising review:"This product is genius, and I wish I had it years ago! I love to take baths — that's my 'me' time and time to relax. The downfall was just never feeling like there was enough water in the tub and I was annoyed with the sound of water always draining from the overflow. This has solved my problem! A FULL tub of water and no annoying draining sounds! When I'm done, I just remove the cover and hang it up to dry. Easy peasy! The suction is strong, and I've not had a single issue so far. You can't beat the price, too!" — K.C.
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in nine colors).
7. A memory foam gaming/reading/laptop pillow if it feels like you're tying yourself into knots trying to get comfortable with your favorite book on the couch or bed. This provides lots of ergonomic support for your elbows and even features a nice little side pocket for easy-to-lose provisions like your glasses or knitting needles.
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Promising review:"I work from home a few days a week, and every once in a while, my work extends into the evening hours. I have a home office, but sitting at my desk all day is sometimes very tiring. I purchased this big memory foam desk pillow so that I can relax on my couch and still put my laptop up and have a comfortable working area. This pillow is big but very comfortable. It has armrests that wrap around your sides, and they also have little pockets for random things like your cell phone or the remote. It's so nice to just lean back into my comfortable couch and have this big soft desk in front of me." — Jenn Butterfield
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in three styles).
8. A delightfully stress-free This Annoying Life coloring book that'll help you laugh at some of the more frustrating aspects of being alive, like dropping a contact or fixing a paper jam. Color (or scribble) through the feels with this screen-free activity!
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Promising review: "By far the most amazing coloring book I've ever bought! It's so funny and it really makes you laugh at the most annoying and inconvenient experiences in life. This made me laugh so much I bought two more for friends who also loved it! 10/10" — KArribas
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
9. A genius candle warmer lamp for a smoke-free way to still release the fresh scents of your fave candle without the pesky fire hazard. Plus, you can easily use it as a 2-in-1 mug warmer, and it's soooooo cute!
It includes a halogen warming bulb and even has a dimmer so you can adjust it to your desired brightness level.
Get a closer look at it on TikTok (it looks super cute in a kitchen, too)!
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis says: "🎶 It's me, hi. I'm the impulsive buyer, it's me. 🎶 After seeing this gooorgeous candle warmer online time and time again (and trying to ignore the urge to buy what I absolutely didn't need)...I finally did it, and WOW, am I glad I did. This lamp looks even better in person, it warms all of my candles evenly, and after moving it to my desk, I figured out it can be used as the cutest mug warmer, too! It comes with two compatible 50-watt warming bulbs that melt candles from top to bottom. The dimming feature is also really convenient for both the brightness of the light and for how fast or slow you want your candle to melt! This would definitely be a 12/10 gift."
Get it from Amazon for $33.99 (available in two colors).
10. A Shark Tank -approved Souper Cubes freezer tray so you can freeze and reheat individual servings of soup or sauce without defrosting an entire container and committing to the same meal for days on end.
Souper Cubes is a family-run small business with a passion for better frozen meal prep and food waste reduction! Their products are BPA-free and dishwasher-safe. This tray has fill lines on the side of the compartments for half and full cups.
Each cube holds one serving, or one cup, of soup or sauce! Plus, each tray comes with a lid, making it easy to stack in the freezer, even if you're short on space.
Promising review:"LOVE LOVE LOVE. My freezer is so much more organized now. Gone are the days of having to defrost an entire bag of chicken broth for one cup for a recipe. I now have perfectly portioned 1/2-cup and 1-cup blocks ready to go. They fit easily in freezer bags, take up less space, and make me incredibly happy. There was a lot of attention to detail put into the design, and I particularly appreciate the wire inside the rim that holds everything steady — no more worrying about spilling all the liquid on the way to the freezer. Just a fantastic product all around. I purchased this and a cheaper version from another manufacturer at the same time but returned the other product. This one is definitely worth the added cost." — Kate
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
11. A giant 10x10 blanket because there need not be any more fights over cold feet and cuddle inequality. With this blanket, everyone's covered (literally) with room for the whole friend group.
Big Blanket Co. is a small business on a mission to create very large blankets. The blankets are made with four-way stretch, temperature-regulating fabric, and can fit in standard-sized washing machines.
Promising review:"I took the leap and bought my first blanket! I am in love with it! It is so soft. I love the weight it has. It keeps me at a good temperature. I have a feeling that I will be getting more. 😉" — Lelia R.
Get it from Amazon (available in nine colors) or Big Blanket Co. (available in 28 styles) for $134.25+ (originally $179).
12. Or a fluffy throw blanket to supply all the cuddle-worthy plush of the popular Barefoot Dreams one for a fraction of the price. "I already have enough throw blankets," said no couch-loving homebody ever.
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Promising review: "This blanket is amazing! I have never bought a Barefoot Dreams one, so I can't compare the two, but this thing is seriously great. I bought it as a gift as well. It is nice quality and a good size. Perfect for a chilly day out on the patio or snuggling up for a movie night." — A.T.
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three sizes and 10 styles).
13. A miniature Mid-century Modern LED fireplace if you live for the warming glow of a fire but don't have a full-blown fireplace to snuggle up by.
3DSpaceGarden is a small business based in Maine.
Promising review:"This is such a beautiful piece! Love how the logs diffuse the light from the flickering candle. For the price, it's amazing!" — Julia K.
Get it from 3DSpaceGarden on Etsy for $30 (available in eight colors).
14. A 4-in-1 electric milk frother that...*big inhale*...makes hot dense foam, hot fluffy foam, cold foam, *or* can heat milk in just a few minutes. Phew! That's a lot of options to elevate your at-home coffee game with the push of a button.
Promising review:"I had never bothered with a frother until we got a Nespresso Aeroccino in my office. I wanted one for home as well, but did not want to spend that kind of money. This one has worked very well. The only difference I notice is the Nespresso frother parts are a little more heavy duty. But the functions, ease of use, ease of cleaning are just as good with this much less expensive frother. It is also nice looking." — JSL
Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in black and white).
15. A lavender-scented microwavable red panda plushie perfect for anyone who's always cold or just wants a stress-relieving cuddle buddy to unwind with.
Promising review:"This is my first review to ever write. I bought this product because I'm always cold. Now, I just warm it up for bed, and I sleep like a baby! It's very comforting and stays warm a long time! I recommend it for everyone! I love this thing! I could see it being a great help in putting a little one to bed, even if you have an elderly parent. It's just very comforting." — Fal B.
Get it from Amazon for $27.95 (available in additional styles)
16. A bucket-style towel warmer small enough to fit in nearly any bathroom so every shower can end with the cuddly embrace of a toasty towel.
Promising review:"This towel warmer is great! Does the job well and needs no setup. Fits two full-size towels easily and heats them up evenly. Would recommend to elevate your bathroom!" — Luc H L'Ecuyer
Get it from Amazon for $146.99 (available in four colors).
17. Plus, a box of six shower steamers to enhance your experience with a scent for every occasion. Need a morning pick-me-up? Try the grapefruit. Stuffed up? Menthol and eucalyptus. Help to unwind? You guessed it — pop open that lavender-scented steamer and enjoy!
Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.
Promising review: "I knew of bath bombs but never got the shower! I got a variety pack with six different scents. The first I chose was lavender. I did as directed, placing it under light steam, and my shower turned into a wonderfully scented home spa shower! I stayed in my shower longer than usual since it was such a pleasant experience! I HIGHLY recommend buying these, especially if you enjoy showers versus baths. They're also packaged in such a nice way they'd be great for gifting!" — Rumeur
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $16.99 (available in a larger pack size).
18. A string of fairy lights because what better way to wait out the winter than in a twinkling wonderland of your own creation.
Many reviewers say the cord is short, so you should definitely add an extension cord to your cart, too, if you don't have one.
Promising review:"I love these lights! The settings are so much fun and add excitement to a room when you have guests. The light is so warm and makes it feel so cozy inside! I love to turn off all of the other lights in my apartment and just have these lights going when I am watching a movie. It creates a great warm glow but isn't too bright to wash out the movie. They are also a fun background for pictures!" — J_Thill
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six colors and two sizes).
19. A pair of horizontal glasses if even propping your head up to read a book is interfering with your coziness. Pop these on and enjoy your favorite activities optimally — aka 100% horizontal.
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Promising review:"I saw these on a couple of TikTok videos and immediately bought them. They are literally the best thing I've ever bought. I was scared they wouldn't fit over my glasses but they do just fine. I use them to read, watch TV, and scroll through my social media, all while lying down. Such a great buy!" — Kivy
Get them from Amazon for $12.99.
20. A compact personal heater for bringing the heat wherever you need it most, like your desk by the world's draftiest window where you spend entirely too much of your time.
Promising review:"My office was FREEZING due to unfixable circumstances. This little heater is great. It does not have to gear up; it immediately starts putting out heat when turned on. The top and sides remain cool while the device is on. I sit directly in front of the heater, and I'm not too hot or too cool; it's perfect. I sit underneath an air vent, and this little thing cancels out the freezing air much to my liking. My office is small and enclosed, so the heat fills the entire space after a while (maybe 45–60 minutes). Good buy! I recommend it!" — BB.J
Get it on Amazon for $21.99 (available in four colors).
21. Or a portable oscillating space heater that's a space- and energy-efficient heating solution you can easily move from room to room. Yea, even your bedroom, because it's suuppeerrr quiet.
Promising review: "Firstly, this heater puts out a tremendous amount of heat. I got this for a room that doesn't have a door so I didn't expect it to heat the space that well. Surprisingly, this heater not only makes the entire space comfy, but the adjacent hall to the room manages to get warm from this heater as well. It's also incredibly quiet. It's the quietest heater I've had for this space, and I've had a few different ones in this space. It's also so sleek. It looks high tech while not requiring a lot of space or tech know-how. Plug it in and either push power on the remote or power on the actual device and you're ready to go. It has three modes and yes, I can tell the difference between low and high heat output. The timer is wonderful. And the remote is serviceable enough to be useful." — L. Thornhill
Get it from Amazon for $74.99+ (available in black and silver).
22. A remote-control tablet page turner so you can kick back with a good book and avoid the arm-cramping act of holding it up for peak relaxation. This device mounts on just about any Kindle, tablet, or phone so you can flip pages as easily as you'd flip channels.
Psst — a lot of reviewers like to pair this with a gooseneck tablet holder so the e-reader stays upright in front of them without having to hold it!
Promising review: "This product makes reading so damn convenient. It's so easy to hold. You can strap it onto your wrist so you don't misplace it when using it. So far, the battery life has been spectacular. I just mirror my iPad screen to my TV, make the font size hysterically large, get under my covers, and just click away. I don't have to move a muscle. I don't know why I didn't buy this sooner. I'm so obsessed. This is a must-have for anyone who reads from a Kindle or iPad. Just cocoon yourself under your blankets and enjoy your book without having to stick a hand out into the cold to turn the page. It sounds lazy, but trust me, once you have a clicker, you won't know what to do without one." — Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in six colors).
23. A set of self-heating foot masks to help bring some relief after a long shift or a night out with your deadliest shoes. Just pop on the included booties and enjoy the tingly sensation of epsom salts, lavender, and peppermint.
Get a closer look on TikTok!
BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord has these in her self-care toolkit:
"I'm a long-ish distance runner, and these were certainly an interesting experience for my feet! You slide them on and, after a few minutes, feel a tingling, mildly burning (in a good way) sensation. It doesn't quite numb your feet, but it relaxes them. I kept them on for 30 minutes and then toweled my feet off, and the tingling sensation slowly faded over the next 30 minutes. After that, my feet felt very refreshed and relaxed at a time of day when they're usually aching from all the miles I put in. The whole thing was a mess-free, easy process, and I will definitely keep them on hand for longer run days!"
Promising review:"Very soothing. My husband and l used these on our European vacation, and they definitely felt good on our feet!" — KS2018
Get a set of three pairs from Amazon for $13.20.
24. A pair of Beckham Hotel Collection down alternative pillows because you're tired of feeling like Goldilocks, testing pillows that are too soft or too stiff. Finally, this one is just right and feels like you checked into a 5-star resort ~every~ night.
Promising review:" I wish I could give more stars! I am so grateful I found these!! The reviews on here had me hesitant but I was desperate. I have gone through so many pillows...cheap, expensive, highly recommended, or just ones I found at stores and wanted to try. Nothing was working. They arrived in pairs and individually vacuumed and suctioned in plastic. It took about 45 minutes after opening the plastic for them to get to their size fully. They are full and tight in the pillowcases. There was absolutely NO SMELL from the pillows. They looked clean with no marks or wear and tear. I absolutely love them. They stay full and are so comfy. My neck pain has all but disappeared, and I'm getting much better sleep. I didn't even think that was possible, but it is! Love these and will be buying more for my guest room. I am frustrated about all the other pillows I now have and won't be using." — Erika Parker
Get a pair from Amazon for $59.99 (available in three sizes).
25. A cozy blanket sweatshirt if your day requires moving off the couch (first of all, rude), but you can't bear to sacrifice the coziness of your favorite blanket.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Kayla Boyd has one and says:
"I LOVE this thing. It allows you to literally wrap yourself in a blanket but still be able to use your hands without your poor arm suffering in the cold breeze. I wear this while working from home, watching Netflix, and while taking naps. It's so comfy that there have been times I don't want to take it off when I have to run to the store — the only reason I do is because I don't want it to get dirty. I can't imagine one person who wouldn't be happy to have this wonderful bundle of coziness."
Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in 35 styles, including pullover or quarter zip options).
26. Plus, a pair of thick fleece-lined joggers for perpetually cold snuggle-bugs searching for an incognito wearable blanket. And you thought sweatpants couldn't get any cozier!
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Most reviewers recommend sizing up! AND you can snag a matching fleece-lined zip-up hoodie, pullover hoodie, or crewneck sweatshirt.
Promising review:"If you're thinking about buying these, DO IT. They are thick-thigh approved!! They fit and feel amazing. The inside is so soft and cozy but they still have some stretch to them." — Cecilia
Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 11 colors).
27. A heated Shiatsu massage pillow that's the next best to hiring a personal masseuse. It offers soothing at-home relief from the daily aches and pains that come with having a body and being alive.
Fire this massage pillow up with the included power adaptor and enjoy pre-timed 20-minute sessions with auto shutoff and overheat protection!
Promising review:"My wife and I got this pillow for her mom during the holidays and she raved so much we decided to get our own. And what a great decision! This massage pillow provides amazing relief for back and shoulder pain. I have tried so many things, and what I love about this pillow is that I don't have to hold the massager. I can just lean back, place it on the spot on my shoulder or back that is tight, and relax. I have definitely noticed a difference after a month of use — my shoulders are no longer so tense, and the range of motion in my back feels freer. The heat is also a great touch, and the protective sleeve helps to keep it from getting too hot. If you're on the fence about whether or not to buy, I highly recommend!" — Abcxyz
Get it from Amazon for $59.95+ (available in five colors).
28. A magnetic insulated door curtain so you aren't assaulted with a bone-chilling breeze every time you walk past your mega drafty garage or patio doorways.
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Promising review: "I actually bought two. One on each side of the doorway. The doorway in my laundry room doesn't actually have a door, and the other side of the doorway can get to be at the same temperature as the outside. Having two makes it even easier to keep the heat in and the cold out. When picking out the dimensions, get bigger than you need so there is some overlap. Sometimes you have to give the bottom a little kick to make sure the magnets engage." — Michael Ciliberto
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in 17 sizes and three colors).
29. A PopLite personal popcorn maker with a built-in serving bowl to put you just two mere minutes away from eight cups of movie theater-quality popcorn at all times.
30. And a cult-favorite "secret" popcorn salt because movie theater connoisseurs will tell you it truly is the secret ingredient to achieving that distinct, buttery goodness from the comfort of home, where you can yap and check your phone without any glaring eyes.
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BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord is already in on the secret:
"Our family unearthed this because beloved To All The Boys I've Loved Before author Jenny Han mentioned that it was her secret to delicious popcorn, and it may have just wrecked me for other at-home popcorn for the rest of my life. It genuinely tastes just as salty and buttery and savory as fresh movie theater popcorn. I inhaled it so fast that every single one of my organs lit up in mild alarm."
Promising review:"I am a person who will make myself sick eating buckets of popcorn (I have no self-control). This has by far been my favorite 'TikTok made me buy' item. My at-home popcorn is now my favorite thing to make, and I don't need to go to the theater for popcorn. Very much worth the purchase, and this will last me such a long time." — S Martinez
Get it from Amazon for $9.86.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.