Poker Deposit BonusSnuggie Blanket with Sleeves: Another Candidate for the Stupid Products Hall of Fame
September 16th, 2008 Paul Lucas
Recently I received a copy of the Harriet Carter catalog in the mail and saw an unbelievably strange product called “Snuggie” that claimed it was “As Seen On TV.” Snuggie is a “blanket with sleeves” that you can wear like a robe. I did a search online and found video of the commercial:
As with the Hawaii Chair and the Shuffles Shoe Mop ads, many people will just assume the Snuggie commercial is some sort of joke. But, dear readers, I can assure you that the Snuggie blanket is a real product you can buy for yourself at www.SnuggieBlanket.com.
One great thing about infomercials for stupid products is that they tell you about problems you never knew anyone had. If not for the Tiddy Bear commercial, I never would have known that seat belts slicing into people like razor blades was such a common difficulty. Likewise, until I saw this Snuggie commercial I never realized just how incredibly difficult it was for many people to get their hands out from under a blanket! (“…when you need to reach for something your hands are trapped inside.”)
They tout Snuggie as being “one size fits” all and proclaim it “great for the whole family.” Yes, now you can finally make your family look like the members of a medieval monastery, only co-ed and with kids.
Even more absurdly, this commercial actually encourages you to wear Snuggie outdoors at “sporting events.” Hmmm…this could be a good or bad thing. Wear Snuggie to a football or hockey game and perhaps people will steer clear of you, thinking you are a Hare Krishna who will either try to brainwash them or hit them up for a donation. On the other hand, the rough and tumble sports enthusiasts may simply beat the living crap out of you, in which case you should wear the Burgundy Snuggie, so that massive amounts of your own blood won’t be as noticeable on it.
That reminds me: Halloween is coming up, so any of you Star Wars geeks who want to dress up as a member of the Emperor’s Royal Guard should buy your Snuggie today!
this doesn’t really consider the problem of cold hands, does it?
Comment by Mel — September 16th, 2008 at 9:22 pm
So… It’s a robe that you wear backwards. How innovative. Or not. Ditto what Mel said too.
Comment by Fiar — September 17th, 2008 at 4:29 am
I knew you would write about this! Who knew munks went to football games?
Comment by Melissa — September 17th, 2008 at 8:08 am
Maybe I should market a pair of pants you wear backwards so you can wipe easily if you get swamp-ass. (Don’t try to steal the idea! It’s mine! MINE! Ah hahahahaha!)
Comment by Al Frank — September 17th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Yes! Make your family look like a bunch of cult members! All that’s missing are the Nike sneakers!
Comment by Scott Mercer — September 21st, 2008 at 9:23 pm
Check out this post about the Snuggie. Thanks!
Comment by Doug at Taunt Vortex — September 22nd, 2008 at 11:52 am
you know, I agree with nearly all of your posts–but I honestly can’t see much fault with this idea. I think it’s good enough and will sell well and looks like it does what it is supposed to do. I am not sure it’s fair to lump it together with the Hawai’i chair…
Comment by Brian — September 27th, 2008 at 2:06 pm
Then I guess we will be seeing lots of people out in public draped in the Snuggie!
Actually this product is a lot like the Hawaii Chair: People would look like buffoons using the Hawaii Chair at work, and people will look like buffons wearing the Snuggie.
(By the way I do NOT review products on this site; I only make jokes about the infomercials.)
Comment by Paul Lucas — September 27th, 2008 at 6:05 pm
I wear my snuggie blanket when I play with my dolls.
Comment by Richard Simmons — September 27th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
If it keeps you warm, why not? And it definitely looks comfortable enough. I love outdoor sports and If I had to choose between snuggie & freezing to death—- weLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!
And if, by chance, I leave mine at home, then someone needs to make room in theirs bcaz I’m coming in with’cha.
I think snuggie was a great idea. And it looks fun!!!
Comment by Bekay — October 3rd, 2008 at 3:10 am
I think this is an excellent idea for elderly folks - why don’t you be a little more inventive and pick something truly stupid?
Comment by william — October 11th, 2008 at 6:12 pm
Any person who would make an old person wear a Snuggie in public should be convicted of elder abuse!
Comment by aimhire — October 12th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
My husband and I saw this commercial and couldn’t stop laughing. Especially with them in the stands at some sporting event.
Here’s my question, if it’s one size fits all - it seems like accidents would be caused by shorter people and children stepping on the blanket and falling. That’s worse than having your hands trapped inside a blanket!
Comment by LK — October 16th, 2008 at 11:02 am
“Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!”
:-)
Comment by EMR — October 21st, 2008 at 6:07 pm
As we sat in our northern Michigan home on a chilly night and the four of us were wrapped in blankets, we saw this commercial and thought it was a good idea.
I don’t think this qualifies as stupid… it serves a need- is long enough to cover your feet and you don’t have to be all wrapped up to be warm. It sounds like a good idea. No need to use it in public but if it keeps you warm, why not?
Comment by linda — October 21st, 2008 at 8:40 pm
Has anyone looked at the shipping & handling charge???? $19.95 for 2 snuggies ( you can’t buy one) and $ $15.90 s&h how rediculous.
Comment by robert — October 22nd, 2008 at 5:42 am
@EMR: LOL!! Yes, The Spanish Inquisition!
Comment by Paul Lucas — October 22nd, 2008 at 8:33 am
I saw the informercial today at the Nail Salon with my boyfriend’s 2 small daughters and we all agreed it looked very comfortable. Blankets are a pain in the butt when they aren’t long enough and don’t cover your entire body. And YES….I am a 26 year old female and have enough security with myself to be able to wear a snuggie in public. I totally wished I would have had one at the recent Halloween Parade I attended….(Which was 32 Degrees)!!!!! AND actually, I don’t think I would have had anyone there “beat the living crap out of you(me), in which case you(I) should wear the Burgundy Snuggie, so that massive amounts of your(my) own blood won’t be as noticeable on it”…..YEAH…NO!!! Actually, I think people would have been jealous that they weren’t as smart and comfortable as me!!! And I could totally picture a fun family night wearing our Snuggies, eating popcorn, relaxing in the living room, watching a good movie on a snowy night!
Comment by Shalayna77 — October 22nd, 2008 at 11:02 pm
Two words:
Footie. Pajamas.
Comment by Bethany — October 23rd, 2008 at 9:50 pm
Bah! If your cold then wear socks and put on a sweater, bunch of fools spending money on a product that is just a bath robe.
Comment by WHAT — October 24th, 2008 at 12:51 pm
In the words of Ace Ventura when Nature Calls AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLRIGHTYTHEN!.
Comment by LFerrell — October 25th, 2008 at 8:32 pm
You hit the nail right on the head with the Evil Monastery reference. Good Job calling this one.
Comment by SirDarquan — October 27th, 2008 at 9:16 am
My children even thought this was a hilarious comercial. My 8 year old made the comment that the people looked like wizards.
Comment by Snarf — November 1st, 2008 at 7:31 am
Are you morons pissed because you didn’t think of it first and will not be making any money? You’ll simply spend your time (as you always do) in your parent’s basement smoking dope, watching robot chicken, and getting off on anime porn.
Comment by John — November 1st, 2008 at 8:47 am
If you’re covering up w/ a blanket and you get up to do something, do you take the blanket with you? No…so take the snuggie off when you get up and you won’t trip. Robes aren’t typically long enough to cover your feet or you would fall, so your feet will still be cold. I’m thinking about buying one for my mom, grandma and a couple for myself. The shipping is high, but total it’s only $19 for each one including shipping, so it makes a good gift. For those that cover up w/ a blanket any time of the year, this may be a good purchase…for those who don’t, probably not.
Comment by James — November 1st, 2008 at 11:41 am
So there are people who wear blankets in public? If not then you don’t need to wear a snuggie in public. Just indoors as you would a blanket. It’s a good idea…especially if you’re reading a book and need to get your hands out to hold it but not expose your upper torso to the cold.
Comment by Shirls — November 1st, 2008 at 5:15 pm
you’re a idiots
Comment by spank — November 1st, 2008 at 6:58 pm
damn it
Comment by spank — November 1st, 2008 at 6:58 pm
the thing that really got me about this one is that it would be so easy to make one yourself. Why pay for one? Personally, I’d never use it, but I have family members who might, particularly my aunt with rheumatoid arthritis. Regular blankets can get cumbersome if you have to move them around to get at stuff but still want to keep your (aching) arms warm. But again, I will probably make one out of a cheap bathrobe and recycled fabric, not pay 19.95 plus shipping.
Comment by steph — November 2nd, 2008 at 12:47 am
Saw ’slanket’ on QVC this am. Same thing…HIGHER price….no-’buy one get one’ offered. This is a GREAT idea for people like me who sleep in recliner at night because of sinus problems, sore joints, or snor noise in bedroom.
Thank you, Snuggie!!
Comment by Patricia — November 2nd, 2008 at 8:25 am
Hello,this is nothing more than a HOSPITAL GOWN that leaves my tush hanging out and frozen.
Comment by Joey — November 2nd, 2008 at 11:23 am
the slanket was invented by a college guy, he brought it to qvc (i think it was last year) and they keep selling it out. so naturally someone would copy it…the snuggie! snuggie is much cheaper but it could be made out of super cheap, creepy fleece. i read that the slanket wasn’t recommended for the elderly because if they tried to walk with it on, it could turn into a nightmare.
Comment by candy — November 2nd, 2008 at 1:28 pm
As anyone on dialysis will know, this is an ideal solution to the horrible chills we get will hooked up to the machine. Make fun all you want, but for us, this is perfect. Thank you Snuggie!!!
Comment by Marlene — November 2nd, 2008 at 3:36 pm
It may just not be only the “spudid-est” product, but correspondingly the worst website and fulfillment process. Trying to order for her elderly parents, my wife wouldn’t/couldn’t order by phone because she got trapped in robo-sell hell. When I tried to order online I kept getting redirected and booted off. Maybe my brouser is trying to idiot proof us!
Comment by Steve dlT — November 2nd, 2008 at 7:18 pm
OMG! I was absolutely dumbfounded when I discovered this product! If it was legal in Australian states to marry this product, I think i would…
Comment by The Snuggler — November 3rd, 2008 at 10:45 am
Snuggler…
Can I come to the wedding? Or better yet, you could marry ME in your snuggie! We could have a Snuggie wedding - mandotory item of clothing for ALL guests is a snuggie
Comment by The Snugglette — November 3rd, 2008 at 11:04 am
Reading all of these comments that everyone is posting is just amusing. I was trying to get some real info, and apparently there’s way too many people on here that have too much free time.
Comment by Amused — November 3rd, 2008 at 10:00 pm
Love seeing a ripoff product getting a lot of press.
The ‘Slanket” came out almost 2 years prior and is really nice to set in and work on the computer.
Yep it is not a fashion statment but if you can turn down th thermostat and still be warm then sometimes you can over look fashion.
Comment by Whyy — November 6th, 2008 at 2:24 am
Hey stupid #3 “Who knew munks went to football games” - it’s MONKS - & to everyone else’s negative remarks: maybe there are people who enjoy snuggling into & NEED to snuggle into (lack of heat??) something to keep warm; besides, did you ever take a look around at how some people dress & the sloppiness OUTSIDE ON THE STREET!!
Comment by marilyn — November 9th, 2008 at 7:07 am
I wish I’d thought of wearing my full length bath robe….backwards. This is totally ingenious.
Comment by Paul — November 9th, 2008 at 7:46 am
With three garish colors from which to choose it’s the perfect gear for an acid drenched toga party. AND, spill anything on the floor and your Snuggie becomes an instant Sham Wow!
Comment by Ian — November 9th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
Ian, flippin hilarious!
Comment by Josh — November 12th, 2008 at 12:03 am
Not a bad idea at all! I freeze in the winter, especially at work. Last year I had to bring in a blanket to keep myself warm (this being over a sweatshirt or jacket). It was difficult to work and keep warm because I would begin to type and the blanket would fall off my shoulders. With the Snuggie this would not happen and it would cover my entire body.
Great idea! I think i’ll get one for myself.
Comment by ColdInTheWinter — November 12th, 2008 at 12:34 pm
This is the dumbest f-ing product on the gosh darn planet! If a blanket has sleeves, then you can no longer refer to it as a blanket. This, my friends, is a fleece cloak! Unless you’re joining the Manson family, I do not recommend that anyone buys this ridiculous product. My co-worker, only known as MB, has admitted that she uses the Snuggie. She has been subjected to jeers and hate! Thus, if you do purchase this produce, be preparted to be heckled by friends, co-workers, family, and complete strangers for the rest of your days on earth. By the way, who in the hell is Renee Zellwijjer? I heard of trimm’n the hedges, but Snuggie you done scorched the Earf!
Comment by Leonard T. Washington — November 13th, 2008 at 7:15 am
Renee Zellwijjer was that chick in Jerry McGuire. Was she really wearing a snuggie?
Comment by Tron — November 13th, 2008 at 11:35 am
I love the way they advertise it for $19.95 but when you purchase it the price comes out to $35.85 with the $15.90 shipping added on!!
Comment by paul — November 14th, 2008 at 7:06 pm
Paul…your write up is so friggin’ funny I’m crying from laughing. Thanks I needed that. I still kind of like the idea of this thing though.
Comment by Eva May — November 15th, 2008 at 11:13 pm
woooow, why dont people just wear jackets? its the same thing, only you can open and close a jacket from the front which seems to be far more convenient.
Comment by aleksandra — November 16th, 2008 at 12:55 am
What they don’t tell you is that when you order the buy 1 get 1 free deal for 19.95 they are adding 15.00 shipping to each piece! Thats right $47 for three pieces from CT.
Comment by GEORGE FURTSCH — November 16th, 2008 at 10:32 am
My wife saw the ad and thought her elderly parents and other relatives might like ‘em. She went to the website and WOW!. The TV ad tells you that you get a “free” booklight, too. What is not mentioned in the ad is that shipping is $7.95 PER snuggie, so although it’s bogo, you pay for the second one with that shipping cost. And you can’t get the booklight unless you also pay 5 bucks extra per snuggie for the 50% thickness upgrade. That led her to believe they are paper thin to begin with. Rip-off city.
Comment by dan p. — November 16th, 2008 at 1:29 pm
Reading these comments has made me change my mind about ordering a Snuggie. Thanks peeps!
Comment by doglover3489 — November 16th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
i must have seen a different ad, because I expected the price when I ordered, either that or some people just don;t pay attention - imagine that. I instantly pictured my mother all curled up under her blanket while watching TV and having to get in and out of it when going for the remote. I think this is a perfect product. I don’t know how warm it is, but she is getting one for xmas. She already loves me more than my sister, so what do I have to loose?
Comment by JD — November 16th, 2008 at 10:44 pm
I agree, this is one of the dumbest products I’ve ever seen. I just blogged about it today myself. Sheesh, do some market research before just throwing out some product.
Comment by J-Dubb's Theatre — November 17th, 2008 at 11:27 pm
I don’t remember what it was called but there was a better version of the snuggie when I was a kid (about30 years ago). It could be a regular blanket or you could wrap it around you body, it would snap up the front and had arms. Anyone have one of these? I loved it, wouldn’t go out in public with it, it was made out of a quilt materal. I have been meaning to make myself a new one out of fleece.
Comment by Sara — November 18th, 2008 at 10:55 am
Both my girls wanted me to quickly call and buy them…..mommy you get the second one free!!! talk about a hype. Did I mention my kids love making forts around the house with blankies. Forts for the monks, what next.
Comment by Kelly — November 18th, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Even though I laughed like crazy when I saw this infomercial, I have to admit that it looks like a good idea. Last winter my heater was broken and I was walking around wrapped up in blankets. So even though blankets are warm, as a few others said, they slip off when you’re typing. This looks like it would take care of that. Now if you want to talk about stupid products just to talk to Billy Mays (or the weirdo with the beard-o as he’s also known)
Comment by Mindy — November 19th, 2008 at 9:19 am
I read your thoughts and the replies you received and decided that I really wanted the Snuggie. So, I ordered the buy 1 get 1 free. Well, I ended up ordering 4 for over $86. What they do is once you have placed your order they give you options that are not clearly stated. Every time I have ordered something on the net there HAS ALWAYS been the check out your order stage, not with them. Once I had checked the yes box I went, within nanoseconds, to the confirmation. I am not happy but it now looks like 3 of my friends will be getting snuggies for Christmas.
Comment by Vicki — November 20th, 2008 at 12:28 pm
You sons a goats ruined my cheapo one gift fits all on the list outta the xmas stupidity with no fuss, no muss, now you got me laughing so hard I can’t place the order, so you all best come up with something else that makes xmas shopping easy and with some parity
the comment that still has me rolling on the floor is when someone stands up they become an instant SHAM WOW, to f’n funny I can’t fill in the fields to order the roboshamwow
thanks to all for screwing up my one stop xmas shopping but the laughs were more than worth it, and you do have too much time on your hands, but if you owned one of these gems you could easily reach the extra time on your hands without struggle
Comment by Will — November 20th, 2008 at 10:38 pm
Same thing happened to me. Ordered the 1 (+1) and then when I went to review the order, it was completed and said I bought 4 and came up over 66 dollars! There is a “customer service number” 1-800-566-2888, but everytime I call it it says Allcircuits are busy and the old busy signal kicks in. This seems to occur regardless of the time of day I call. This is why I’m still reluctant to order over the internet.
Comment by John — November 21st, 2008 at 6:54 am
I’ve laughed my a– off at some of the above remarks. Whether the Snuggie is stupid or ingenious doesn’t matter. What some of y’all have written about it is what’s important and funny. I’m gonna have to break down and buy one as I’m one of those “old people” who needs to keep warm. However,in spite of it,I’m sure I’ll be sexy and cute in it as I’m always sexy and cute.
Comment by Carolyn — November 21st, 2008 at 7:41 am
what a load of hooey.
Comment by maddy — November 22nd, 2008 at 12:44 pm
So the name “The Snuggie” is really cute. I wanted a description of the product, since I can’t see pictures. I got more than a description here; the comments here are quite amusing. Regardless of whether I think this is a worthwhile purchase, others’ thoughts were enjoyable to read! For the individual on dialysis, what you say makes perfect sense, so bundle up in a Snuggie while you’re hooked up. I’m seeing where I can use this the next time I’m in the hospital…much more comfortable than a hospital blanket! Now if they made them with snaps in the sleeves so that, if you’re on an IV, nurses can adjust and administer stuff through your line without disturbing your Snuggie!
These comments were great fun to read!
Comment by NativeRose — November 22nd, 2008 at 2:54 pm
Living in Maine with the high cost of heating, I spend most of the Winter under a pile of blankets. There are only so many layers of shirts and sweaters before you feel like you can’t move however. I love that my Snuggie has arms and comes all the way up to my neck so I feel tucked in to my rocking chair or my spot on the sofa with my Pug and my kitties all around (either under or on top of the blankets themselves) and yet I can still work on the computer (my job) or read or knit, rather than just sit like a lump and watch t.v. for 3 months.
I also love that it’s not a robe. It’s just a blanket and I can just dump it off like a blanket when I get up to go make popcorn or hot chocolate.
I bet it would have been really wonderful back in college at those late Fall football games too.
I think some of you need to think about practical uses for things and get over yourselves.
Comment by J. Lynne — November 22nd, 2008 at 4:57 pm
Not sure if this was mention but the shipping on the stupid snuggie is as much as the snuggie itself.
Comment by Jason — November 23rd, 2008 at 6:36 pm
Notice not one person wearing the Snuggie is pictured from the back? They don’t want you to see their freezing butts.
All these remarks are correct: it’s a monk’s robe, it’s a hospital gown made out of fleece (and who doesn’t LOVE hospital gowns?), it’s a bathrobe worn backwards, you HAVE to buy 2 of these dumb blankets at $10 a piece and pay $16 shipping for them. A total of $36 for some ridiculous looking fleece robes.
I would add the absurdity of “one size fits all” when you claim it for an XXXXXL size and then just instruct people to roll up the sleezes.
Like I say all the time: if it’s only “seen on TV” and not available at stores … it’s because it’s junk that the manufacturer knows will be too easily returned to a store for a refund.
Comment by Goon Squad — November 24th, 2008 at 11:43 am
PAD Look it up. I have a friend that has PAD and spends a lot of time in a recliner wrapped in blankets. Arms and legs freezing. I am going to order one for him. And one for me, as I have the beginning stages.
Comment by George — November 24th, 2008 at 1:06 pm
Many of the posts mention medical problems and how the Snuggie can be beneficial. I can see why that would be so, and I can agree to a certain extent. That would be pretty darn cool on the days that I have to use my wheelchair rather than the walker…when it’s snowing and I’m freezing! When I get cold, I have more muscle spasms, so I can see this. As for the one-size-fits-all deal, that’s not really possible. I mean, a child would be swallowed up in a Snuggie! It seems to me that this could present a potentially dangerous situation for very young children.
Comment by NativeRose — November 25th, 2008 at 7:36 am
I ordered a set of Snuggies. I have to agree with J. Lynne back at #61. It’s not a bad idea, & you people are desperate for something so dumb that it makes you look smart.
I live in California so nobody’s butt will be freezing off here, but my wife will have a more comfortable pregnancy under her Snuggie than under a couple layers of pajamas. Hate if you want, I’m gonna be warm.
Comment by Adry 5 — November 25th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
I cannot and will not endorse this Snuggie!! There is only one slanket! And it was here first!!!!
And I do have a slanket, and it is very wonderful. I use it at work (a freezing office) and I’m warm while I work on my computer. And yes, I do look like an idiot. But I’m a warm idiot.
Comment by Mandy — November 26th, 2008 at 12:10 pm
Of all the comments, no one has said how thick - or thin it is, and if you are a 3 or 4X will it still fit, and how long is it really. These are the things I would like to know. Cause I spend alot of time at my computer, and I am NOT your usual one size fits all - unless your ALL is the same size as everyone else’s!So I would like some measurements as to will it fit a 3 or 4X and is it really thick or really thin, and just how long is it.
Comment by G. Baker — November 26th, 2008 at 1:24 pm
Never underestimate the amount of stupidity of people in large groups! Individuals ordering this ill-conceived product and paying exorbitant additional shipping and handling charges for “free” copies of it must have had mothers that were scared by somebody stupid while they were in the womb. They should never be permitted to have a credit card or a bank account.
Comment by J. Corey — November 27th, 2008 at 12:11 am
My point exactly…”one size fits all” just isn’t possible, and the measurements are important when one looks at purchasing such a thing. I looked at the website, and it actually looked like a useful product, but one tpossible problem occurred to me: How long is this thing, and is it possible for it to get tangled up in the wheelchair on days when I have to use the chair. It would be a truly tragic waste of money and material to have to rescue it out from underneath a power wheelchair. However, I still think it’s a useful product. As for the Slanket: I take it that is the same idea?
Comment by NativeRose — November 27th, 2008 at 7:06 am
it’s a fleece hospital johnnie!
Comment by jjthegman — November 27th, 2008 at 8:48 am
I’m always cold so tend to have a robe plus a lap throw. I need hands free since usually have laptop computer going too. Why trash the product - it’s not like anyone’s trying to make him buy or use one.
I don’t think I’d take it outdoors, particularly, but then my days of attending outdoor events in the cold are past (I hope). As for wheelchair? I use one sometimes also but am adept at making sure my lap throw in up off the floor before engaging it.
Comment by Janie — November 27th, 2008 at 11:21 am
Re: Stevedit (post on Nov12,2008) Maybe you should reconsider your criteria for “idiots.” One may be a blatant insolent one himself who can’t spell the word BROWSER. (Hint Hint) Honey, I am a cheerleaer for Dallas and a Yale graduate; and we ALL use ours, especially on route up north. The rest of you who complain we all know it’s because you’re all cheap. Go Cowboys!!!
Comment by mudbug27 — November 28th, 2008 at 2:20 am
I really wanted to buy the snuggie for my family. The special that they are running is buy one get one free. When I went to purchase two snuggies, which I would get two free. When I was preparing to checkout and pay, I noticed that they were charging me the shipping charge of $7.95 X 4 = $31.80. I dont mind paying the shipping charge for two, but I will not pay the shipping charge for 4. This is ridiculous! I’ll just keep using my Poncho Liner.
Comment by RJL — November 28th, 2008 at 7:13 am
Can ANYONE who has ordered this product tell us the length?? Will my toes stick out or is it longer than 6 feet? And how about the width?
Comment by S Y in Jersey — November 28th, 2008 at 2:43 pm
I went to order a snuggie for my daughter and get the free one for a friend. There was NO “confirm order” I just got slapped with a page that said “Thanks for your order” and had the total at the bottom.. which looked like this..
Shipping Amount 47.70
Tax Amount 0.00
Total Amount 97.55
WTF!!! I called and the lady told me I had to wait 48 hours to call about an order placed online.. RIP OFF!
Comment by Robert — November 28th, 2008 at 2:46 pm
What is wrong with yopu people ?
Do you not understand that these blankets cost FAR LESS than the $ 7.95 shipping charge to manufacture (China ? … !)
So, they make TONS of profit on the first one they sell you AND they still make even MORE PROFIT on the second “free” one ! These people
are just very smart retailers selling to pretty
naive consumers.
Comment by Scott K. Smith — November 28th, 2008 at 3:30 pm
my wife wants one.. damn it!! she wants one for christmas..
Comment by David P. — November 28th, 2008 at 4:54 pm
i think its a good idea! if ur at home cudled up on the couch whatching tv, and you wanna fast forward something or answer the phone you gotta get your hand out of the blanket and it gets all screwed up, this thing has huge sleeves you can keep ur hands in the sleeves until u need to use them. HOWEVER, i do agree w/ u tht the whole sports game is kinda pushing, but its great for sitting on the couch at home. i would like to here bac form u so u can make some more stupid cmtns.
Comment by Joe — November 28th, 2008 at 8:08 pm
one size fits all? and this is touted to a lazy couch potato society who are obese any some could weigh in at 500LBS so how will snuggie proclaim its snug fit? is this like a medieval moomoo cult robe?? well if this does become popular in school etc as a fashion thing it would definitely be funny
Comment by bobo — November 29th, 2008 at 7:35 am
I had something similar to this 25 years ago, except is was quilted, and zipped in the front. So this is not new, only “outdated” actually.
Comment by re-make — November 29th, 2008 at 9:21 am
I know people that wanted this dumb ass product can you believe they are out of stock and back ordered until after the holidays noone is actually getting them for a long while!
Comment by Liz — November 29th, 2008 at 10:38 am
Could someone who has actually seen the product rate it? I think it is the stupidest thing you could send money on but only because if you are that cold, wear a coat. I am wondering if it is thicker than the tissue paper it looks like on the commercial.
Comment by toolie — November 29th, 2008 at 5:43 pm
I think it’s a great idea! Since I can’t sew, I’m ordering 3 from Harriet Carter, I added it up both ways and that one is cheaper…
I have RA and on disability so income is limited, therefore I keep the heater down low. Engery prices you know… so I’m ordering for me and 2 of my friends. I don’t go anywhere anyway! Go ahead and laugh, I don’t care!
Comment by Cat — November 29th, 2008 at 9:30 pm
For The Horde!
Comment by etak — November 29th, 2008 at 10:55 pm
I have read all of the above comments and I must say some of them are hilarious. By the way no one mentioned that there is a snuggie blanket made for horses. Don’t know if they are made by the same company but wouldn’t that be a real hoot now. Actually I think the snuggie idea isn’t bad and never really had heard of the slanket coming out before but don’t doubt it. People like ripping each other off all of the time don’t they? There really are no more original ideas out there. I did a little investigating myself as to availability and found that Carol Wright Gifts sells them online in Blue only. Only don’t try to order one they are out of stock until January. As I remember the size for those who want to know is 71×54″. So not too bad a size. As for buying one and waiting I think I will pass on that. For those who just want one snuggie Carol Wright Gifts is selling theirs for $14.99. If you buy two though the price jumps up higher than on the official snuggie site. Anyway happy shopping for whatever you are looking for and have a happy holiday.
Comment by Richard — November 30th, 2008 at 12:19 am
So, yeah, I work for Macy’s and I see cute robes all the time, and seriously, the cheapest robe that I have seen is about 40 dollars. So, why not buy this warm one, find a stretch of fleece and use that as a belt and just use the thing as a bathrobe? I am a 28 year old woman and am cold all the time, so I think it’s pretty cool (or warm lol). The only downside is the shipping, but hey, it’s still cheaper than the robes we have on sale at Macy’s!
Comment by Erin — November 30th, 2008 at 7:30 am
My husband and I have slankets, they are much larger than a robe and actually amazing! Trying to read or flip channels through the holes in my afghan drive me nuts…NOT ANYMORE!!!! It doesn’t have a zipper b/c one isn’t needed. I will however attempt to make them now b/c I don’t want to pay $50 for anyone else.
Comment by SLANKET=LOVE — November 30th, 2008 at 10:25 am
Also note that their “upgrade” adds 2 more deluxe snuggies to your order. My total can out to over $80. There was no chance to ok the amount before the order went through. I called but I have to wait 2 days and call back when it’s in their system before they can change the order.
Comment by cliff — November 30th, 2008 at 10:46 am
I was so upset when I couldn’t order my snuggie in monastery brown!!! Then I would be warm in the monestary and be well suited for san diego padres games!!! I love the part of the commercial where theyre all crowded around the bonfire…. They might as well all hold hands and chant! For everyone who is willing to wear a snuggie to a sporting event, get the burgundy one….
Comment by Football monk — November 30th, 2008 at 11:23 am
Paul — your comments are absolutely hilarious, I am alone at work right now laughing my ass off so loud! I went online for the site so I could buy it for my husband as a gag Xmas gift. We have been making fun of this dumbass product everytime we see the commercial…My favorite is that you can even hold your baby in your arms — who cares if the baby is cold, as long as you are warm and tasty in your frickin backwards robe. I will be printing your comments and attaching them to the tag of the snugglies which I am giving away to all my firneds who also think it is the most retarted product out there right now. Yeah, I hate that they will be making money off me — but I just can’t resist the hilarity on Xmas morning when my friends and fam open their blanket with arms. fXXXin hilarious!
Comment by Jen Heim — November 30th, 2008 at 12:00 pm
opps, I said warm and tasty — I meant warm and toasty…don’t want someone to critique my post like above…really people, get a life!
Comment by Jen Heim — November 30th, 2008 at 12:01 pm
This is the most idiotic thing I have ever seen in my life. The commercial is ridiculous. Oh Yeah. I can just see my family gathered around the bonfire wearing our snuggies. What a joke! Same thing goes for wearing a snuggie to a sporting event. You better be ready to be made fun out of. Secondly, I’m sure one size does not fit all. Children and shorter adults will be tripping all over them resulting in injuries.
Comment by Natalie — November 30th, 2008 at 4:43 pm
you people have NO lives.
Comment by anonymous — November 30th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
$31 Shipping was added to the order after everything else was added. We only ordered the advertised buy one get one free. What a ripoff. I hate deceitful practices. liars!!!
Comment by Deceitful practice hater — November 30th, 2008 at 7:14 pm
Actually, the website www. freesnuggie.com says:
Buy 1 Snuggie with Free Book Light for
$19.95 + $7.95 P&H, and receive a second Snuggie FREE,just pay an additional $7.95 P&H!
$19.95+$19.95+$ 7.95+$ 7.95= $55.80 or $27.90 each
Compare that to the Slanket that sells for $44.95 on Amazon, but they do have that sought after Chocolate San Diego Padre Brown
This isn’t too bad for a robe even if the infomercial is totally hilarious.
Thanks for a great thread.
Comment by SnuggieBear — November 30th, 2008 at 8:00 pm
WARNING!! This is acutally a fraudulent outfit. The merchandise (for one blanket) will cost $ 19.95 but they will charge you $14.95 for “P & H” and an ADDITIONAL $ 31.80 for shipping.
SO, IN OTHER WORDS, $ 46.75 FOR SHIPPING AND HANDLING.
BUT, their warehouse is EMPTY so your order will only ship in 4 weeks or so.
Not funny actually - beware!!
Comment by Claudia — November 30th, 2008 at 9:10 pm
You should all get a life. I’ve never seen so many yak about nothing.
Comment by Joanna — November 30th, 2008 at 9:29 pm
hahahahbahahahahhahahahahahahaha
Comment by kristen — December 1st, 2008 at 12:36 am
Im going to buy so many of these bad boys!
Buy one get one free!? I dont give a crap if they’re freaking retarded looking, hey its 2 christmas gifts taken care of real fast.
Comment by SnuggieLover — December 1st, 2008 at 12:37 am
They look so cozy, yet so elegant! They will make excellent Festivus gifts for my family.
Comment by Ellen — December 1st, 2008 at 2:02 pm
i’m just wondering if the person who wrote this actually checked out this site. Unfortunately my father was scammed by freesnuggie.com. he actually thought this was a good idea and placed an order for what he thought was 4 snuggies. however he was charged for 8 and an insane amount for s&H. Not only that but he never got his order. When we tried to contact customer service as listed on the site the number they provide 800-566-2888 isn’t even there number. It belongs to some membership service who never even heard of snuggie. I did research and found that the site is registered to another company digitaltargetmarketing.com who doesn’t answer their phone or return messages. While doing my research I found other people who also had been scammed by freesnuggie.com. This would appear to be a scam site under all the circumstances, and I think instead of writing about how stupid you think they are, write about what this site is doing to consumers.
Comment by Kimmy — December 2nd, 2008 at 9:19 am
so what if its a backwards robe. you sit on a sofa your backside is already staying warm from the couch. the snuggie keeps your front warm while still giving you use of your hands just as the commercial describes it. albeit i wouldn’t take it outdoors but I’m sure it would be way better than a normal blanket
Comment by Kevin — December 3rd, 2008 at 12:52 am
Snuggie Bear and Claudia, your math is off. I ordered these over the weekend, I was charged $35.85. $19.95 for the 2 blankets, $7.95 twice for the P&H for each blanket=$35.85. Total of $17.93 each. Not bad for something my daughter and I both want. Yes, it won’t ship for 4 weeks, but nothing in their advertising said anything any different, so FRAUDULENT is the wrong word. No fraud, just not exactly the time frame I expected.
Comment by Robin — December 3rd, 2008 at 11:26 am
LOL!!! I love your review. When I first saw the commercial I had the ‘mute’ button on and I thought they were all some kind of monk cult for a second.
I am enjoying reading the comments, even the sensible ones.
Apparently, poster #93 (Anonymous) has no life either. My stomach hurts from laughing so hard.
Comment by Pam I. Am — December 3rd, 2008 at 1:14 pm
NO STOCK, NO INVENTORY
and they won’t have any for 4 more weeks, which means:
NO ONE IS GETTING THEM IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS!!!!
This is such a SCAM!!!
They are doing all these commercials and all these people think they are going to get them for Christmas Presents, and NO ONE is going to get them in time for Christmas, maybe in time for Valentines Day!!!!
SCAM!!!!!
Comment by Upset in MD — December 4th, 2008 at 7:02 pm
We all realize, of course, whether we’re making fun of the product or not…that we got here because we Googled the freekin’ thing, right? (and thus showed interest in purchasing it)
Comment by me — December 4th, 2008 at 8:53 pm
How about we get some dog snuggies??
Comment by Annonymous — December 5th, 2008 at 4:24 pm
Actually, I really want one. It looks amazingly comfortable…
But I don’t think it’s worth the money. Wouldn’t it be a whole lot cheaper to buy a sheet of fleece, and just cut a hole for the head, sew on a hood made of the same fleece material, and put a seam under the arms? I actually really want to do that.
Comment by Me — December 5th, 2008 at 4:57 pm
Oh my gosh! I am laughing so f*in hard, I think I may have peed a little! My sides hurt so bad from laughing- no need for an ab workout tonight! SWEEEEEET!
I WAS just googling the damn thing to see what people were saying because my hubby is always whining about being cold… he is a solid man-size and I think he would look AB-SOOO-LOOOOOOOTELY RIDICULOUS in this thing, but his eyes lit up like it was Christmas morning when we saw the infomercial. I’m serious. Sad really. But anyway–
Thank you Thank you Thank you!!! Tis the season to share the joy!!!! yeeeeehaww! I also think it’s HILARIOUS how many people take the time to read the posts and then tell people to get a life. Seriously? Freaks. Go away then. You don’t belong in this place. Why do you feel like you have to tell us to stop “critiquing.” It’s a free world and if you don’t like my opinion, then… well… who asked you anyway!
Oh and FESTIVUS!!!!! HAHAHAHAHHHAHAHAHAHAAAHAHAHAH
Bipolars UNITE!
Comment by spaznchick — December 6th, 2008 at 1:31 am
cold hands often bother me, i wouldnt buy a snuggie to get beaten at a sporting event, i’d buy a snuggie to sit on my couch reading a book with my grandchild who conveniently gets to wear the free snuggie i get with my paid for snuggie. cold hands often bother me when i read books with grandchildren… problem SOLVED.
Comment by mamma — December 6th, 2008 at 2:33 am
Wow! Thank you guys for all the info and the hilarious comments. My husband wants one for Christmas but when I went to the website it said 2-6 weeks for delivery. I’m glad I didn’t order. He’ll just have to be satisfied with sitting on the couch under a regular blanket (I don’t think he was planning on wearing it outside).
Comment by Amy — December 6th, 2008 at 7:49 am
I’m intrigued. I couldn’t tear myself away from the commercial and at least it wasn’t Billy Mays shouting at me. lol And the free book light is a great bonus! And next year for Halloween … my entire family will have instant Alvin and the Chipmunks costumes! ;)
Comment by Shelly — December 6th, 2008 at 9:59 am
where they get you is the “get 1 free” it actually takes 2 in order to be properly protected from the cold. i put 1 on conventionaly front side then the free 1 like a bathrobe. now i am protected. hmmmmmmmmmm being male though, i wish it had a fly…
Comment by RonBorG — December 6th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
This has been the best entertainment I have had in Ages.
Was interested until I read each Comment.
#110 by Shelly put me right over the Edge.
Alvin!!!! I Did LMAO.
Thanks
Vonne
Comment by Vonne — December 6th, 2008 at 8:19 pm
This thing makes my nipples hurt :(
Comment by Zippy the rabid squirrel — December 6th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
The robotic movement of the free clip-on booklight is mesmerizing.
Comment by Snugmaster — December 7th, 2008 at 1:42 am
Now a sleeping bag like thing with arms would be useful.
Comment by tip katz — December 7th, 2008 at 5:00 am
I can tell you don’t live anywhere cold. It’s not difficult to get your hands out from under a blanket but it is cold especially if you are reading a book. You should live in the part of the country where people sleep with caps on their heads. Yes, we have heat but it’s still cold. There’s more to this country than California.
Comment by denise a — December 7th, 2008 at 10:29 am
Why didn’t they add the slit in the front for men. If they are hands free they should be able to pee.
Comment by michele — December 7th, 2008 at 8:30 pm
My husband wants one of these so I just looked it up online and when I read this review I was laughing so hard I was crying reading it to him!
Comment by Chelsea — December 7th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
Do not order this product. It is a mess. I tried to order 1 with a buy one get one free. After ordering one, the website asked me to pick the color for the free one, which I did. It waited til the last screen to show the order (after taking the credit card info). It looked like I got the buy one get one free deal TWICE–a total of 4 blankets and a total of thirty something dollars for shipping/handling. I had to find a commercial online to get a customer service number, which then gives you a number that says, “All circuits are busy” every time you call. There’s no way to edit your order online, and they make it near impossible to reach them. Feels like a scam and a mistake. My kids wanted these. Now, I am getting 4 and a potload of shipping and handling. This bites.
Comment by Wendy — December 8th, 2008 at 7:22 am
I thought it might be silly but my son asked for one for Christmas so why not? Then there was the buy one get one so I’ll use one too. But the part that really sounds good is that it’s open in the back. If you’re a gal and ever tried to go to the bathroom while you’re wearing a big bulky robe you know it just doesn’t work. So the robe comes off and you get to sit on a nice cold toilet seat to boot. At least with a snuggie I don’t have to undress to go potty!
Comment by Nancy — December 8th, 2008 at 8:09 am
LOLOL—they all look like they should be banging on tambourines at the airport. lolol
You know another one that I remember? “The potty putter”—THAT one was hilarious, too.
Comment by Jennifer — December 8th, 2008 at 2:20 pm
I agree this could be a scam!!!! I just ordered one today (did not see the comments on this website)and they are over charging my credit card, so I tried to call them. I have found 3 800#’s and no one answers phones, you get the busy beep etc. I want to cancel my order ASAP. The website you order these on is not even secure and the receipt is from a do-not-reply email box. I am cancelling my credit card right now. Do not put your credit card number into this website…the site automatically puts the order through with no confirmation screen. I do alot of online ordering and the minute I ordered this I knew something was suspicious.
Comment by Catherine — December 8th, 2008 at 5:02 pm
They are waiting for a federal bailout for retooling
I am a sucker - the wifey said I want one - well I have 4 on order
If you send me a check for $500 I will send you a check for $10,000,000
Coold in Nigeria
Comment by Cold in Nigeria — December 8th, 2008 at 7:34 pm
I just became the proud owner of 4 Snuggies (they arrived, today,….but we just got in, from out-of-town,…so discovered them sitting outside the door,….2 for upstairs, and two, for down.)
I got on my PC to catch up on mail,…and my mate,….freezing,…excitedly opened one of the packages.
The ads hadn’t said anything about ‘wearing it backwards’
we thought, when we ordered them, that they were some sort of tube-type something,…that kept you warm,…EVERYWHERE.,…front and back. (the TV and Harriet Carter pix appear to show that)(afterall,…they also spoke of walking around in it)
OK.
My mate puts it on,…and immediately complains that he can’t find any way to CLOSE the open side (he’s put it on, like a robe) there’s a square pointed flap on each side,…that attaches to nothing,…and no belt. I can sew. And I’m Very creative. I can modify this thing to have anchor points to make it less drafty and more comfy for moving around in,….but, quite frankly, it seems like a lot of extra work for a product we had THOUGHT would be ‘finished’ and ready to use when we got it.
And the fleece is THIN. We live in a new house we’re building, that so far, has no heat. Just a couple of small space heaters you have to sit on top of, to gain any benefit from.
The good news, is, that if we try, wearing BOTH snuggies,…one, backwards, and one, like a robe,…..AND add a sash tie,….this thing MAY be do-able, for some warmth and mobility,….as soon as I figure out a way to anchor those loose corners,..(I’m thinking, maybe, some snaps,…)
Anyway,…I’m cold and going to bed,…my Snuggie still in it’s bag,……We got um from Harriet Carter,….saved about 2 $ off the Snuggie site total cost (for the purchase of 4),…..My husband discovered the book light in the bag,…the one from the TV commercials. Harriet Carter doesn’t mention the light in their own ad,…..maybe they’re un-aware that it’s in there. But just for the record,…..I saw that same, identical book light,…at Books-a-Million, on Friday,…for 15 or 16 Dollars,….so,…a good deal ? No. Not necessarily all that great……a MONTH ago,….I bought 4 of those lights,….at one of those ‘Everything’s a Dollar’ stores,……less-see,…60/64 $ worth of book lights, for ONLY 4 dollars….THAT was a Great Deal !!! And now, I have, 4, more.
On the positive side,…it is a FUN light to play with,….very smoothly un-folds itself like a Star Wars Battle Droid,…
Comment by Shara — December 8th, 2008 at 8:41 pm
I would use it when I’m playing video games, but that’s about it. The “buy one, get one free” bit is a rip off though. You pay $18.90 in shipping plus the $20 for the first one, so you’re pretty much buying both. I was gonna get one of these, but the shipping costs are rediculous and after reading some of these reviews, I don’t want to send them my credit card number. Thanks!
Comment by Erin — December 8th, 2008 at 9:06 pm
I wanted to order one and get the one free for older kids who sit up on the computer when we drop the temperatrue down at night. It looks like a good idea. But when I bring up the website it comes up with the error message about the security. I have not placed the order since I don’t want trust it. I am thinking about calling the number but maybe I will go by the other blanket on Amazon who I know I can trust.
Comment by joni — December 9th, 2008 at 9:38 am
I came here because I’m smelling a rat and wanted to see if anyone has been ripped off by these people. I ordered 1 last week. (You have to be careful, the ordering process tries to trick you into buying and spending more than you want - One example: You think you’re picking a color for your free one, but you are actually ordering another one, and once you do it, you can’t correct it because there’s no order review or confirmation).
Anyway, A charge hasn’t shown up yet on my credit card statement, so I went to a web site connected to them to look for a contact to check on the order, because I want it for Christmas. There was one reviewer comment from somebody complaining that he never received his, and when he called customer service he was told that his order didn’t exist, even though he had an e-mail confirmation and order number. He said the agent was very rude, and he canceled his order, but 2 months later his credit card was charged, but he never received the thing. Today I tried to call the customer service number, and there’s never an answer.
So here’s the question….. HAS ANYONE WHO ORDERED ONE OF THESE ACTUALLY RECEIVED ONE? I’ve skimmed over most of the above comments, and I think the only one who said they have actually received one as of today ordered from somewhere other than the Snuggie web site.
This goes beyond whether or not this is a stupid product. I’m trying to find out if this is a total scam that should be reported.
Comment by dave — December 9th, 2008 at 12:47 pm
hey,
just wanted to say the snuggie is nice but it’s not for large people. It’s ok but not the greatest. I would suggest spending the extra money on the Slanket. Very big (almost too much) but every inch of you is covered plus you get different colors. I love my slanket the snuggie is ok. I got the ones with the pockets but anyone can add a pocket.
Comment by Mel — December 9th, 2008 at 2:03 pm
As others have said, the customer service and website are pathetic!!! The front page makes it look like you can change the colors of the items you order later…YOU CAN’T!!! All of the ones we ordered are in the first color I selected.
As someone else also pointed out, there is no order check page, you click to advance and get a “Your order is being processed” message.
I received an e-mail confirmation within about 5 minutes, which has “Do Not Reply” to it with NO provisions to modify/change the order via the internet.
After spending 25 minutes of speed dial on their 800 number and getting repeated busy signals, I finally got through, was put on hold for 5 minutes, and THEN told, “We can’t change your order until 48-72 hours and to call back on Thursday.” (Today is Tuesday!)
Whether you like the product or not, think it’s a rip-off or not, customer service…actually customer disservice like this should not be rewarded with additional orders.
DO NOT ORDER FROM THIS COMPANY!!!
Comment by Rick — December 9th, 2008 at 5:54 pm
We’ve got it solved !!!!!
Ya take the one you bought, and the ‘free’ one, and stitch them, together, up each side,…
THEN,….stitch from each top corner,…toward the middle,….leave about 12 inches of the middle open (6 inches, each side of the middle)
Toss it up in the air,…..duck underneath as it seattles down,….shove your arms through the nearest pair of sleeves,….and curl up in a chair.
One size, Then,…Should ‘fit all’ (If it Doesn’t, I don’t wanna share personal space with someone That amply blessed) You can’t really ‘walk around’ in it,…without a belt of some sort. But there’s no cold spots,….and there’s room, inside, for several cats,…
And get um from Harriet Carter.
They’re reliable.
They told me (last week) if I was hopeing to get them for Christmas gifts, that they had had so many requests for them, that they were on back-order and wouldn’t arrive til the end of Dec.,…
I said that was okay.
A mere week, later, I had my whole order,…still two + weeks before Christmas.
Seriously,….if you get them from H. Carter,…they’ve been around for YEARS.
I gave my order to a real live, English-speaking human, and there was absolutely NO mis-understanding about ‘how many’ I was ordering,…there was one price, for ‘one’,.(14.98)..and “Two for $ 28.50″
I said I wanted “2,…orders,…of Two”
and the lady said “Okay,….that’s Two, 28.50 orders for a total of 4 Snuggies,…Got cha ! ”
AND she gave me a total for my order which totally agreed with my own calculations,….
AND (my overall order was sorta big) she told me if I ordered ONE more item,…she’d give me a code to get shipping, on my Next order,…for free.
I added a 4.98 dollar item, I’d planned to get in my next order (anyway) and she gave me the free-shipping code,…I was already over their max. order, (i.e. a max. shipping cost)…so there wasn’t even any additional shipping charged for the addition of the extra item.
Single, I don’t much like the snuggie. sewn/doubled, together,….it’s comfy, (in a non-heated house) with all the additional cloth,…..with a 12 inch head opening,….it can be pulled up, in back, and also keeps your head and neck warm,……
So I’m glad I got 4, from H. Carter,….and Darn glad I didn’t try and order from the Snuggie site, after all everyone else here has run into.
H. Carter can Easily be found, on-line,…and there’s a toll-free number to order from, and by-pass ‘un-secured’ on-line ordering.
Shara
Comment by Shara — December 9th, 2008 at 8:02 pm
Beware - I fear the booklight is just a ruse…and is really a mini webcam that snaps a picture, you hear a robot voice say “smile-you-have-been-snuggied” and it posts your picture to a “look-at me-wearing-a-snuggie-looking-like-an-idiot” website!
Comment by SnuggieHateaa — December 9th, 2008 at 8:32 pm
All of you guys are JERKS… but man you are all right!!! LOL these are ssssooooo pointless!!
Comment by PimpFrog — December 9th, 2008 at 11:57 pm
I ordered four “Snuggies” for Christmas gifts . They had not billed my C.C. and when I finally got thru they said it would take four weeks before shipping . I canceled my order . People should not market a product they cannot deliver !
Comment by Art — December 10th, 2008 at 8:37 am
Most of the comments i’ve seen must be from young people because Snuggies have been around as far back as 30 years ago as I had one which was made out of a comforter, not real thick but wow did it keep me warm. I’m planning to make my own now from one of my older comforters. I’m tired of freezing in the Michigan winters and to curl up in one of these (forget public showings) is to be in heaven. I bet most of you making fun of them dont live in the frigid north. HAH!
Comment by Lorre — December 10th, 2008 at 12:59 pm
Well, I have to comment on this one. Iam 62 years old and get so cold in the evenings that sometimes I have to go to be to get warm (this is no matter what house I live in, our house is kept at a normal temperature). I was so gullable, the snuggie sounded so good to me. Well, my ” buy one ge tone free” just arrived and I really feel stupid so I searched the internet and found you. You are nearly right on target with this product for the stupid (I wonder what my IQ is?) Really makes me angry. It’s not like a robe at all because you can’t wrap it around you and yep, you put it on backwards leaving my back which for me is the most vulnarble to the cold. I feel like that V-8 commercial where someone slaps themselves on the side of the head and says “I could have had”… in this case I could have had a nice heavey robe, I really didn’t need another free snuggie, but that’s how they were being sold; guess they need to get rid of them. Well, I guess I’ll ge back to my robe that was my mom’s that she gave me about 40 years ago. It’s like a security blanket to me,but it’s wearing thin. Does anyone remember when those nice heavey robes were the craze?? Someone can make money and bring them back; just a nice,heavy cozy robe. For now, I guess I’ll see if there are any out there. Just call me cold,tired and stupid. Snuggie sounded so good to someone who gets cold and tired after a hard day’s work. :O( ‘
Comment by Joanne — December 10th, 2008 at 6:04 pm
I wish I had done my homework before I ordered.
I got hit for $127.55 after ordering the bogo and upgrading. They charged me $10 ea instead of $5 ea for upgrade. I think I am going to wind up with 6 if I can not stop this order which I am going to do my best to make happen. It sounded like a great Christmas idea! Very DECEPTIVE Practices!!!!! There is a MGL93A in Mass that probably won’t apply here because they are out of Connecticut. I know I will be checking into it though. Even in Connecticut.
Comment by Irrate Snuggie Customer — December 10th, 2008 at 7:10 pm
i ordered one for my wife, same thing happened to me, i ordered the up grade, picked out a diff. color for my free one and then they charged me 127.55, so i called them, they told me that they cant see my order and cant help me, then they told me that seeing i placed the order from a differant site i need to try back in a few days! i ordered it from their site!THEY SUCK. I THOUGHT I COULD MAKE THE MISSES HAPPY, SHES ALWAYS COLD but i get myself into a big mess. how can they have order forms that are not clear? they are very snakey..
Comment by paul — December 11th, 2008 at 10:09 am
I’m laughing in hysterics here reading the posts, my mom expressed that she wanted one, OK, I found this ludicrous, the commercial was some psychiatric wards recreational groups project maybe? OK, let me clarify, order now cancelled, a most desperate moment of ordering a desired gift. The automated phone ordering process leaving you without an order number, total, confirmation, last thing they state AFTER the order is placed, shipping is 2 to 6 weeks, I’m thinking omg, huge mistake, suspicious as hell, bad feeling, that voice in my head screaming at me, you idiot!!!!!!!!!!, it looks rather monestary/cultish, so ugly, and is a backwards robe, I fail to understand why anyone would want one, but ordering it ONLY as my mom said she wanted one for bizarre unknown reason. That sick feeling something not right for 2.5 days, FINALLY got an open phone line at the customer service number tonight, talk about pushy customer service ppl, omg, took 15 minutes to get it through I was cancelling the order, which they had wrong anyway, the scheduled delivery date was Jan 16th at least!!!!!!!!! What holiday are the snugglie cult celebrating???????, took awhile, but got the snugglie cult member to cancel the order placed in a moment of stupidity and desperation, but horrific monastary/cult garb coming my way or to my mom, I’ll get her a heated throw, it’s not that damn hard to get your hands out from under a blanket, I never saw the slanket, am now curious, not that I want one of them either. Sadly, someone is becoming a zillionaire from these, and please may they not become a fashion statement, an item worn outdoors or to events, oh please h*ll no!!!!!!!!!!!!
Comment by Barb — December 12th, 2008 at 12:43 am
I have to say that I really enjoyed the review of the infomercial. I laughed so hard I thought I was going to pass out. Funny stuff.
Comment by Lisa — December 12th, 2008 at 1:42 am
To Barb…Comment # 143….Your story is exactly the same as mine. After being sick about my non-confirmed order for 2 days and wondering how many hundreds they were going to charge me, I did get through on the 800# and I did talk to a very nice rep which canceled my order and even gave me a confirmation number.But I am still checking my CC everyday to see if any charges will be coming through. In that crazy telephone order…I had ordered (according to the rep) 6 blankets and a hearing device!!!!!(not wanted or needed) These comments have been so funny, I’m glad I found this page….yes I did google it. But I’m glad to know I am not the only …er…not stupid, but maybe naive one.My 10 year old daughter keeps asking for one of these blankets and I thought the grandparents would like them too. I saw one like it at a “Bed, Bath and Beyond” for $39.99 , so I thought $19.95 for 2 was a good deal. HA! Silly me. Just add $7.95 per blanket plus add $5.00 more per blanket to upgrade to a good one, and just watch the total grow…Yikes!!John in comment #59 gave the customer service 800#. Yes you will get a busy signal but keep trying. You’ll get through and cancel that order. Nothing worse than getting taken in a scam.
Comment by Vanessa — December 12th, 2008 at 10:59 am
Mel, you wrote: ,”It’s ok but not the greatest. I would suggest spending the extra money on the Slanket. Very big (almost too much) but every inch of you is covered”
I thought it sounded like a good idea as a gift, but people at this blog have mentioned they bought snuggies only to find the back is open… you said the slanket covers you all around, so I clicked your link to the amazon listing for slankets. Are you aware the slanket is selling for two hundred bucks on Amazon now? I mean, I remember looking them up a couple weeks ago and they were listed for fifty bucks, but now it’s two hundred? What THE heck?
I’m just going to forget about this gift idea… afterall, it’s just a damn blanket with sleeves and if a girl like my girlfriend can walk around fully-clothed indoors with a hooded sweatshirt on and a comforter wrapped around her and still say she is freezing, I don’t think any sleeved-blanket has the power to remedy the situation.
Comment by RPG Masta — December 12th, 2008 at 1:04 pm
omg! my friend didn’t believe me that this was an actual product I saw on TV! I googled it and found your blog…. this is nothing more than a bathrobe turned backward. LOLLLLL thanks for the hilarious commentary!
Comment by susanne — December 12th, 2008 at 1:20 pm
Is there already a website with snugglie family pictures? I’m thinking about creating one…. Let me know.
Thanks,
Kathy
Comment by Kathy — December 12th, 2008 at 9:26 pm
Want to see all the ridiculous “upgrade now” and “add this for only $$$”? Go through the checkout process with all fake information and put in Visa card number 4111111111111111 (this particular number is considered “valid” but won’t work so it won’t hurt anybody). I like the idea of the product, but the checkout process so shady. I need to find someone who can make me one!
Comment by Lollipop — December 13th, 2008 at 2:18 am
I can’t believe you wrote a blog saying this is a stupid product. It’s a good idea for lounging on the couch or even on the bed and it keeps your arms warm while reading, eating a snack, using a laptop, or even just clicking the remote. I think you could use your webpage for something more constructive. It you don’t like the product fine, but keep your ridiculous ideas to your yourself.
Comment by Laurie — December 13th, 2008 at 8:51 am
If I see anyone in public with this product, I will sneak up and give them a real snuggie!
Comment by synonym for wedgie — December 13th, 2008 at 10:18 am
Holy crap. Just agree to disagree. Some are going to like it and others will think its stupid. Just like all your arguments. It’s ridiculous you people are making such a big deal. If you like it, GREAT! Just know that some people don’t…and vice versa. Goodness. Get a life people.
Comment by Brittany — December 13th, 2008 at 9:38 pm
now just think people you are sitting at the table and you reach for a napkin and WHAT !!!! no napkins so just what do you do hummmmm? well worry no more now there’s ” SNUGGIE ” .NOW YOU CAN PIG OUT AND NEVER GET A DROP ON YOUR NEW BOOK LITE THAT YOU JUST GOT IN THE MAIL . AND WHEN YOUR DONE JUST TAKE YOUR SNUGGIE OUTSIDE AND DOUSE IT WITH GASOLINE AND DROP A MATCH ” EASY CLEAN UP ” AND FOR AN ADDED BONUS YOU CAN USE YOUR NEW BOOK LITE TO SEE IF IT IS DARK OUTSIDE . RON POPEIL GET OUT OF THE WAY HERE COMES SNUGGIE
Comment by james — December 14th, 2008 at 6:04 am
The thing that bothers me about the ad plus website is the total lack of technical information one could use to judge the product. These questions are not answered: It is made of quote “luxurious super soft fleece” what does that mean? What is this “fleece” made of? Wool, cotton? nylon? blend of all of the above? If a blend, what ratio? What are the washing instructions? What if I got it and it says dry clean only? What is the thickness, thread count of this “fleece”? And as far as that goes, what is the actual finished size of the product? Even a 12 x 20 tarp finishes out at 11- 9 1/2 by 19 -9 1/2… So how can a one size fit all possibly work? How can a cloak that fits my child fit my mutant 7 - 2 neighbor? I looked into buying one for my wife, however, you may be able to tell I am more that worried about a product with so much missing / hidden information.
Comment by John Spartan — December 14th, 2008 at 10:04 am
sounds like a cult to me!!!!!!!!!
Comment by dog — December 14th, 2008 at 1:31 pm
i love my new snuggie wuggie. it’s the bestiest gift i have ever gotten…and i have gotten a lot of shitty gifts. i bought one for all of my friends and they love them too, all 3 of them. And my dog. we sit around and watch star wars in them and eat hot pockets!!!!!
Comment by polly pub — December 14th, 2008 at 4:34 pm
I don’t understand everyone on here that is making fun of the Snuggie! Their commercial is pure genius and the Snuggie is my favorite thing in the whole world. It keeps me warm while I’m out icefishing….and boy do i love to icefish!!!!! You should buy one!
Comment by polly pub — December 14th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
I LOVE SNUGGIES!
Comment by polly pub — December 14th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
I’m sure Snuggies would work great in some situations. Looking at this in the burgundy red color though makes me wonder,”are you trying to keep warm or start your own cult?”
Comment by Jim — December 14th, 2008 at 9:11 pm
It’s just people trying to make money in the easiest way possible, yes, people who wear them look like they belong in a cult, and the commercial is an even more stupid creation: they just name things you do.. “you can snack” ummm… ooookkaaaay, I can do that just as easy wearing a sweater! It is funny though, and it makes me realize just how STUPID people can be
Comment by Evangeline — December 15th, 2008 at 12:39 am
I just ordered and got the