We compared two emergency foil thermal blankets: the Lifesystems Emergency Foil Thermal Blanket and the General Medi Emergency Foil Blanket 12 Pack.
What we looked at
Size, weight, pack size, material, and price per blanket.
The verdict
If you want a single orange and silver blanket for your own kit, the Lifesystems is the pick at £2.95. If you would rather stock a car, first aid kit and spares with a 12 pack, the General Medi is the alternative, at £12.88, about £1.07 a blanket.
A £2.95 single 210 x 140cm blanket weighing 55g, orange outside and silver inside.
A £12.88 pack of 12 reusable aluminised mylar blankets.
Lifesystems Emergency Silver Foil Thermal Blanket (Orange and Silver) — Single Blanket
Intended for: Marketed as a single emergency thermal blanket for hiking and mountaineering that opens to 210 x 140cm and weighs 55g, with a bright orange outer and a silver inner that can also be used to signal rescuers. The listing says it is small and light enough to throw in any bag. Carries 4.6 stars from 346 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheapest single blanket here, at £2.95
- 210 x 140cm and only 55g
- Orange outer for signalling
- Brand aimed at hikers and mountaineers
Worth knowing
- One blanket only, at about £2.95 each against about £1.07
- Smaller review history (346 vs 1.3K ratings)
Best for
- Buyers who want one for a rucksack or kit
- Anyone who wants a signalling colour
- Those who want the lowest outlay
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want to stock several kits
- Anyone who wants the lowest price per blanket
General Medi Emergency Foil Mylar Thermal Blankets (12 Pack) — 12 Pack
Intended for: Marketed as a 12 pack of emergency foil blankets in 12-micron aluminised mylar, aimed at bug-out bags, go-bags and car and first aid kits, and described as reusable and waterproof. The listing suggests uses beyond survival, such as a ground tarp or cover. Carries 4.7 stars from 1,348 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 12 blankets, about £1.07 each
- Higher star rating than the Lifesystems (4.7 vs 4.6)
- 12-micron aluminised mylar
- Larger review history (1,348 ratings)
Worth knowing
- Costs £9.93 more than a single Lifesystems blanket in total
- Silver only, with no orange signalling side stated
Best for
- Buyers who want several blankets for kits or events
- Anyone who wants the lowest price per blanket
- Those who want the higher-rated option
Not ideal for
- Buyers who only need one blanket
- Anyone who wants an orange signalling side
