The Best Flannel Sheets of 2022

These are the heaviest sheets that we tested. The product description says they're 6 ounces, though in our lab they actually clocked in at 6.5 ounces. From the moment I touched them, I could tell they were the heaviest of the bunch. They have a very thick and weighty feel to them.

Out of all the sheets labeled “velvet flannel,” these felt the closest to actual velvet, giving them an air of luxury. According to the Company Store, these are brushed multiple times to make them “ultra-soft.” The difference is obvious as these felt the fuzziest of all the sheets we tested, and they were extremely comfortable to sleep on, feeling soft and plush on my skin without feeling scratchy.

Like the Lands’ End set, these are brushed on both sides—yet the Company Store sheets were the warmest and coziest out of all the flannel sheets. These are great for someone who wants the warmest flannel sheets possible, though they come with a higher price tag as well, which is to be expected for a quality set that's a heavier weight.

These West Elm flannel sheets may be a great choice for shoppers concerned about ethics and the environment. The set is made with organic cotton and meets the GOTS standard—meaning the material is certified organic from the farming process all the way through manufacturing. The certification also has restrictions from using some toxic substances and enforces labor and environmental standards. Like the Pinzon set from Amazon, these also meet Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex, which means they're free from more than 350 harmful substances.

West Elm does not list a weight for these sheets on its website, but they weighed in at 5.5 ounces per yard in our lab. Anecdotally, they seemed more like a 5-ounce flannel sheet than a 6-ounce because they felt slightly thinner.

They’re brushed on both sides for added warmth and a smooth feel. These are a good choice for someone looking for organic cotton though they are one of the most expensive sets we tested. Another drawback is the limited color choices: They’re only available in white or herringbone.

I’ve been impressed with many Slumber Cloud products that I’ve tested, and these flannel sheets were no different. The unique set is made with a blend of cotton and rayon, which is unusual as most flannel sheets are 100% cotton. This fabric blend made the sheets smoother and less fluffy; they almost felt like a thick, worn-in T-shirt with slightly more fuzz, or somewhere between a flannel and sateen sheet. However, because they weren’t quite as lofty, they didn’t keep me as warm, which is the main reason they didn’t rank higher in our tests.

Like other Slumber Cloud products—including the brand's mattress protector—the sheets incorporate Outlast technology, which is supposed to help regulate body temperature. However, I didn’t notice a huge difference. I didn’t overheat during the night, but it’s hard to tell if it’s due to the Outlast or the fact they’re not as fuzzy as others.

If you’re looking for a true flannel sheet that’s uber warm and ultra cozy, I wouldn’t recommend these. However, these would be good for someone who lives in a temperate climate or sleeps on the hotter side but likes a cozy feeling sheet.

I’ve tested many L.L Bean products, and the brand almost always delivers top quality items, so I was surprised when I didn’t love these flannel sheets.

Fresh out of the package, they felt smooth to touch, but they were somewhat itchy when I slept on them. After a few nights, they seemed to get better, so it’s possible over time they may improve. But at more than $100 for a queen set, they were disappointing. I also didn’t love that they felt stiffer than other higher-end sheets, plus they were much more prone to wrinkling.

When I first opened these Casper sheets, I did a double take. I had to check that they were in fact flannel because they felt more like thin percale or sateen—they didn’t feel fuzzy or velvety like you’d expect. Casper describes them as “warm, yet airy.” I agree on the second count because they were thin and see-through, though I didn’t find them all that warm as they were lightweight and there was hardly any brushing.

They were indeed the lightest sheets when we weighed them, coming in at 4.8 ounces per square yard—below the average 5 or 6 ounces you see on most flannel sets. These are a very nice set of sheets and were comfortable to sleep on, but they’re simply not flannel. At more than $200 for a queen size set, you’re better off investing in something else.

I love most things from Target, but this sheet set is a hard pass. To begin, I noticed some loose threads after a few washes, so they may not hold up over time. Only available in prints, the flat sheet is printed on one side, which isn’t ideal for aesthetics.

These are also only brushed on one side, giving a flannel feel on one side, and a rough sensation on the other. When I laid the top sheet on the bed with the printed side up to match the fitted sheet, the rough side touched my skin when I climbed underneath. I tried to sleep with it for a bit, but it was so scratchy that I ended up flipping the sheet, which felt better. However, it bothered me because the plain side was facing up and the sheet looked upside down.

These weren’t as warm as others we tested, either. If you want a higher quality sheet and it’s within your budget, the Pinzon sheets are a much better option.

Even though these Mellanni sheets have rave reviews on Amazon, it was the worst set we tested. Straight out of the packaging these were shedding a lot of lint. It was so bad that I changed out of my black T-shirt so that I wouldn’t be covered in white fuzz by the time I was done opening them. After a few washes, they shed less lint, but it never completely stopped. The dryer vent was also full of lint after one wash, a nuisance that wasn’t a problem with any of the other sets.

Even though these weighed 5.4 ounces in our lab test, they felt thinner and stiffer than comparable sets, and the material didn't feel as fuzzy. They were also slightly see-through, a potential pro if you sleep hot, but a con if you want really warm sheets. After one wash it looked like they were starting to pill, and they indeed fared the worst in our lab tests with the orbital sander. While the price point may be appealing to your wallet, I can’t say I recommend these for anyone.