This is the greatest electric blanket we have ever owned!! PERIOD!! It is very toasty even with the power turned off. The preheat feature is excellent, just turn it on 15-20 mins. before you go to bed and slip under the covers when you are ready. It is absolutely silent in operation---NO CLICKING!!! Easy to setup, nice neutral color, dual controls (KING) and the features go on. We live in New Jersey and it gets pretty cold here and I don't remember turning the heat level past 5 !!! I highly recommend it!! The only thing I have not done yet is to run it thru the washing machine and let it hang outside to dry in the springtime sun. Happy Snuggling!! DANO