What's the difference between the lightweight knit material and micro fleece wearable blanket？
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Lightweight for summer/warm climates; micro fleece for cold winter nights. I have both.
1409155
Light weight knit is like a stretchy cotton. Fleece is the fuzzier soft fabric which is a bit thicker/warmer.
819507
I'm not a big sweater so I'm not really sure. I think it's a great purchase though and am incredibly pleased with it overall. It's great not dealing with wires!
149322
Not sure but I am surely dissapointed with this item. I had bought a white cotton one and loved it then bought this and hate it. It is like wrapping up in a parachute ..not warm, not comfortable. Unforturnately if I had read the info on it and understood it is to be put inside a sleeping bag like a mummy bag...then I would have got what I wanted. Just not a fan of the nylon or tapered foot.
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In comparing the descriptions of the two versions of the jacket at Columbia's website, the differences I'm finding are: Whirlibird iii Construction: Zip-in and 3-point Interchange System Drawcord adjustable hem Adjustable cuff tabs Modern classic fit Fabric: Shell lining 100% nylon embossed taffeta Inner jacket exterior 100% polyester Microtex Lite II taffeta Inner jacket lining 100% polyester Thermal Reflective Microtex Omni-Heat inner jacket insulation 50% polyester/50% recycled polyester, 80g OH --------- Whirlibird ii Construction: Zip-in Interchange System Fabric: OMNI-TECH SHELL DETAILS 100% nylon SHELL LINING 100% nylon taffeta INNER JACKET EXTERIOR 100% polyester INNER JACKET LINING 100% polyester Thermal Reflective Other differences in the version III: Available colors Available color patterns Columbia only offers the newer version on their website So, there are some differences but not a lot. Hope this helps.
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Hey James. I have to be honest, I can't answer your question. Lol. I bought 2 of these, the "same" ones here on Amazon - one for me, and one for my husband. While both are very warm and work very well, oddly enough, one is thin underarmour type material and one is a thicker fleece. Same tag, same cut, same company, same Amazon listing - but completely different materials. It wasn't really an issue for us because my hubby has a big beard and wanted the thinner one and I took the fleece one but I just have to say I have no idea which one you will get....
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The manufacturer just released a lighter-weight version, where the inner and outer layers are both cotton. I now have my son sleeping in that one, and he is able to maintain a comfy temperature. (If you go to Facebook and like their page, you can get 15% off your order! and if you buy 2, you get another 15% off). I haven't seen the lightweight one on amazon yet. I do still make sure to keep baby's room around 70 degrees at night though.
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I agree with a prior answer that the primary difference is the fabric itself. The Ultra Micro Plush is knitted with a triple rib pattern that is more attractive and the Luxury microfleece is 'plush' and smooth. I bought the Ultra with the ribbed pattern as a gift for a relative. I felt it looked more expensive and would probably retain its looks longer than the smooth 'plush'.
985562
It to me feels more light and would be appropriate for Spring/Summer use. Could be for winter time but you'd probably want another blanket over or under it depending on how cold your home gets. Hope this helps.
699385
Both sides are the same fabric, but it isn´t micro-fleece is cotton with small dots of a kind of micro-fiber or something like that, very nice because adds texture to the fabric.
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It is cashmere and my husband says it is a warmer sleep. I still use an electric blanket because I like a HOT sleep myself.
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The warmth is not the same as an electric blanket as it comes from the bottom, not the top. My husband is cold blooded, I'm not. He is able to stay warm and I just need enough to take the chill off. I guess it depends on how warm you want it. I'm happy to say I'm satisfied.
574344
I use it year round- its a light cotton. I live in CT and keep my house at 67 degrees at night. I make sure my baby always wears long sleeves and pants to bed- this adds a touch of warmth. My feeling is fleece is too warm since it doesn't breathe but I think many use fleece in winter. I prefer a light "blanket" type covering so baby doesn't overheat.
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I do not know. They were micro fleece is all I remember, but I really like them and washing and drying doesn't change the way they feel or fit.
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I suppose it would depend on your climate. I live in the Midwest where spring and fall can be chilly so I use my fleece blanket as a throw and put it on my bed at night. It is amazingly comfy!! In winter, during really chilly times, I use it more as a throw when watching TV or napping -- very snug, cozy and comfortable because it is so light. Using it under your comforter would, I think, make your bed warmer -- if that is what you'd like.
2146454
It is fairly lightweight and comfortable for Fall weather. I have been using it in conjunction with my electric blanket this winter and am very happy with it. Regards, Charlie Adkins
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i bought an extra white one and the blue fleece one..I like the blue fleece one better cause white gets too dirty...they are pricy tho...when i bought them they were around $40 now its more...so if you can make one do that...but due to the shape its hard to find another one that works
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There is no difference. It's the same blanket. MP Surplus in Pinkard, Alabama has this blanket for $24. I bought two of them. Trust me. It's the same blanket. mosur plus.com