14 Best Heating Pads for Cramps That’ll Help Soothe Period Pain

Cons: X Reviewers note that it gets moist when you warm it up, making it too damp to use in bed 

Best Budget Heating Pad

This wouldn’t be a proper roundup of heating pads if we didn’t include the retro one your mom likely still has hanging around in her medicine cabinet. A fail-safe standby, this hot water bottle is crafted from a thermoplastic material that holds heat longer than traditional water bottles and molds comfortably to your body to help ease the intensity of cramps. Plus, how cute is the little sweater that comes with it? This throwback heating pad is available in pink, red, purple, green, white, and blue. 

Type: Rubber Hot Water Bottle 

Pros: ✓ The washable cover is easy to clean ✓ Budget-friendly 

Cons: X Some reviewers say it has a chemical odor

Best Rechargeable Heating Pad

Type: Cordless 

The Sunbeam GoHeat pad can be worn as a belt, providing relief while on the go. It features three heat settings, a 30-second heat-up time, a four-hour run-time on a single charge, and an automatic shut-off after two hours. 

Pros: ✓ Heats up in 30 seconds ✓ The stretchy elastic band allows for room and movement

Cons: X Some reviewers say it takes long to charge 

Expert Pick 

“For a corded one, my favorite is the PureRelief,” says Dr. Orbuch. With six heat settings and a soft micro plush fabric, it’s no wonder the machine-washable Pure Enrichment PureRelief is so highly lauded. “It also comes with a two-hour auto shut-off feature that helps to conserve energy.”

Type: Electric 

Pros: ✓ Has a unique InstaHeat technology  ✓ It can be sprayed with water for moist heat therapy

Cons: X It doesn’t stay hot for long

With lavender, cherry, eucalyptus, and lemon verbena, this all-natural cotton heating pad was made for aromatherapy lovers. The inside of the sack contains a blend of herbs, organic flaxseed, and cherry pits, which helps to retain heat for longer periods of time, according to the brand. For best use, make sure to heat it up for only one minute in the microwave. This will help prevent burns. 

Type: Microwavable 

Pros: ✓ Reviewers rave about its “wonderful” scent ✓ It comes with a year-long warranty

Cons: X Some reviewers say it’s too small

Want a next-level soothing sesh? Go for this unique jade stone heating pad. Made with 126 natural stones, it’s said to work longer than traditional heating pads to help soothe period pain. The features also include an infrared pad built-in carbon fiber to give off far-infrared rays, which can penetrate deeper into the skin tissue, according to the brand. 

Type: Electric 

Pros: ✓ It has an extra large size ✓ The jade stones make it look like home decor

Cons: X It’s pricier than most other options

If you want a heating pad that offers a little extra, this XXXXL version will be your best bet. Practically a blanket, you can wrap it around your torso and get heat on your lower abdomen and your back to soothe menstrual pain. Plus, the six heat settings and plush material level up the coziness and comfort.