We compared two large waterproof picnic blankets: the Voyager Picnic Blanket and the HAUSPROFI Waterproof Picnic Blanket.
What we looked at
Construction, wind resistance, and price.
The verdict
If you want a soft-touch fleece top with a stylish herringbone design and a sewn-on carry handle, the Voyager is the pick at £17.99, though it costs £3.00 more. If you would rather pay less for a triple-layer construction with windproof corner stakes, the HAUSPROFI is the value option, at £14.99.
A £17.99 fleece-top picnic blanket in a herringbone design.
A £14.99 windproof picnic blanket with triple-layer construction.
Voyager Picnic Blanket, Blue Herringbone 200x200cm — Softest Top
Intended for: Marketed as an extra-large 200x200cm picnic blanket seating 6-8 people, with a soft-touch polyester fleece top and waterproof PEVA backing, a stylish blue herringbone pattern, a compact foldable design with a sewn-on carry handle and secure straps for portability.
What we liked
- Soft-touch fleece top for comfort, per the listing
- Stylish herringbone design
- Sewn-on carry handle and secure straps for portability
- Seats 6-8 people
Worth knowing
- Costs £3.00 more than the HAUSPROFI on these listings
- No stated windproof stake loops, unlike the HAUSPROFI
Best for
- Buyers who want a soft, comfortable fleece top
- Anyone who wants a stylish design
- Larger groups of 6-8 people
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the lowest price
- Buyers who specifically want windproof stakes
HAUSPROFI Waterproof Picnic Blanket, 200x200cm — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a triple-layer picnic blanket (spring yarn fabric, soft cotton filling, aluminium foil base) for cushioning and moisture blocking, a green Monstera leaf pattern, a windproof design with reinforced corner loops and 4 stakes to secure it on windy days, and a lightweight, easy-fold design that wipes clean.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Voyager on these listings, at £14.99
- Triple-layer construction with an aluminium foil moisture barrier, per the listing
- Windproof stake loops and 4 stakes included
- Wipes clean easily
Worth knowing
- No stated soft fleece top like the Voyager
- Includes stakes to manage and store
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants windproof stakes for breezy spots
- Those who want extra insulation from the aluminium layer
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the softest fleece-top feel
- Buyers who prefer fewer loose accessories
