10 Best Heating Pads For Cramps In 2022

If you’re looking for a versatile heating pad that you can use on your shoulders, back, abdomen, or elsewhere on your body, this extra-large pick will get the job done. Its plush fabric, which will feel like a blanket against your skin, is one of its best features.

This heating pad features a nine-foot cord, and an impressive five-year warranty, and allows you to use it on the couch or in bed without having to search far for a nearby outlet.

Pros

• Machine washable
• Soft, plush exterior
• 5-year warranty

Cons

• Basic design with limited bells and whistles

This heating pad is best for those looking for a bit more intervention for their cramps. With a total weight of 4 pounds, it helps apply pressure to the lower abdomen or back, providing relief to those who are experiencing menstrual cramps. Muscles can be relaxed through vibration.

Though some commenters say they wish the vibration feature worked better, most reviews are generally favorable.

Pros

• Being near the power source doesn’t require you to sacrifice comfort. You can easily find relief from almost anywhere in a room with a wall outlet thanks to the heating pad’s 9-foot power cord.
• It has a vibrating feature that offers massage and heat therapy to ease cramps.

Cons

• No battery is included with it. It can only be used in a room that has an electrical outlet.
• The heating pad’s slow warming time has been mentioned in some reviews.

A lithium-ion rechargeable battery that powers this heating pad has a 4-hour runtime. Additionally, it heats up very quickly—in just 30 seconds. To make the pad into a warm compress, you can even spritz it with water.

The ability to move around cord-free while getting hours of continuous heat seems to be a favorite feature among reviewers. It’s the best option for people who don’t have time to stop and unwind while attempting to relieve cramps.

Pros

• It has an internal battery that, on a low setting, has a 4-hour runtime.
• Within 30 seconds, it starts to heat up.
• You can take it anywhere and at any time because you don’t need to plug it into a power source.

Cons

• It is a bit more expensive.
• Apart from reducing heat, it serves no other purposes.
• Some buyers complain that the battery life is inadequate and that it runs out quickly.

Possibly outdated, however, a hot water bottle is a tried-and-true method of maintaining heat on your lower back or abdomen.

Each bottle comes with a soft knit cover and is available in eight different colors. The bottle can hold up to 2 liters of liquid, but depending on where you plan to put it, you might want to fill it a little less than that.

When the bottle is first opened, some reviewers complain that it smells strongly of chemicals. Before using it, you might want to let it air out if you’re a smell-sensitive person.

Pros

• It can be used without an external power source.
• It’s cost-effective.
• Compared to conventional water bottles, it holds the heat longer.

Cons

• Heat is not automatically generated by it. Every time you want to use it, you have to put hot water in it.
• The bottle leaks, some customers claim.

According to the manufacturer, you can use this extremely affordable heating pad as is or spray the cover with water for more intense pain relief and benefit from moist heat.

While it only has three heat settings (low, medium, and high) our experts like that it’s offered in both standard and extra-large sizes and features a long cord for convenient use.

The polyester exterior won’t be as comfortable as other heating pads, despite the unbeatable price. The Premium King Size Heating Pad from Sunbeam is a great option if you want a softer feel and have a little extra money to spend because it has a softer pad and six heat settings.

Pros

• Machine washable
• Long cord for easy access

Cons

• Limited heat settings
• Smaller size

One of the most popular heating pads on Amazon, it has more than 10,000 reviews. While we haven’t tested it in our Labs yet, we like that this heating pad warms up in under 30 seconds, according to the brand, and that it’s made of soft and fuzzy material for a comfortable, soothing experience.

The extra-large size is perfect for all-over body use and can optionally be used with moist heat therapy.

Pros

• Machine washable
• Quick heat-up time
• Extra-long cord
• 5-year warranty

Cons

• Limited color options

Although the Rael Heating Patch is not a heating pad, the affordable adhesive patches provide effective on-the-go cramp relief. As soon as you open them, they are designed to begin heating.

While you should avoid pinning these directly to your skin, you can do so on the inside of your shirt or on your underwear. Reviewers adore them and they’re small, discrete, and cute.

Pros

• It works without electricity.
• When you apply it to the afflicted area, it immediately begins to heat up.
• Other menstrual pain symptoms like bloating and low energy may benefit as well.
• The components are organic, non-toxic, and kind to the skin, claims Rael.

Cons

• It isn’t reusable.
• It’s a little expensive, according to some users.

This 12-by-24-inch heating pad has a 9-foot cord and an automatic shut-off feature to keep you secure as you fall asleep.

The removable sponge pad that provides moist heat is praised by one reviewer who purchased it to treat cramps. They also say the removable cover is “super soft.”

Pros

• Within 30 seconds of plugging it in, it begins to warm up.
• Your heat relief can be modified.
• It might offer moist heat.
• If you fall asleep while using it, you don’t have to worry about turning it off because it turns off on its own after two hours.
• If you don’t love it, you can return it within 30 days of the purchase date.

Cons

• There isn’t a battery inside. To use it, you need to plug it in.
• Moving too far from the power outlet is not possible.

This pad is a flexible option because it can be warmed or cooled.

Rice and calming lavender are both insides. The kidney bean shape is also useful for relieving menstrual cramps, despite the cute sloth design.

According to reviews, the pad retains heat well and has a cute design.

Pros

• It can be paid for in four equal installments.
• Simply use a damp cloth to clean it.
• It smells lovely, according to reviews on the website.
• Whenever you want, you can control it to keep you cool and warm your body.

Cons

• Before using it, it must first be heated in the microwave.

It’s a uterus warmer with a uterus shape. We couldn’t resist.

While relieving your menstrual cramps, take pleasure in the ridiculous shape of this heating pad. After all, the best medicine is laughter!

Pros

• It can be paid for in four installments.
• It can provide heating and cooling according to your preferences.

Cons

• It cannot be used without a microwave.
• It smells bad, according to some website reviews.