As the days grow shorter and the chill creeps in, many of us find ourselves longing for the warmth of summer—or at least a way to keep the winter blues at bay.
While we can’t turn back the clock to those balmy afternoons, we can certainly make the colder months a little more bearable. And, as it turns out, the answer might be waiting for you in the aisles of your local ALDI.
One clever Australian shopper, Madeline Stephens, has uncovered a winter game-changer that’s both affordable and effective: a hot water bottle with a wraparound belt, all for just $9.99.
Forget the days of awkwardly clutching a slippery hot water bottle or wrestling with a lumpy wheat bag that never quite stays put.
This nifty ALDI find is designed to keep you toasty, hands-free, and comfortable—whether you’re curled up on the couch, working from home, or even pottering around the house.
‘It’s been a great purchase,’ Madeline said. ‘The hot water bottle belt has worked great. You can feel the warmth perfectly, ensuring you don’t use boiling water as it can be dangerous.’
She also praised the quality, noting, ‘The fabric seems really sturdy and warm. For $9.99, I’m shocked.’
What sets this product apart? For starters, the wraparound belt means you can secure the hot water bottle exactly where you need it—no more slipping, sliding, or awkward balancing acts.
The adjustable Velcro strap lets you customise the fit, so it’s snug but never restrictive. And, in a stroke of genius, the belt features a fluffy, Oodie-like lining and a pocket for your hands—perfect for those of us with perpetually icy fingers.
Madeline was so impressed, she took to social media to share her discovery, quickly convincing fellow shoppers to snap one up. ‘Hot water bottle, no wheat bag, tick!’ she enthused in her video.
‘You can wrap it around your stomach. It’s got Velcro on one side, and the other side has no Velcro, because you can just adjust it to whatever tightness or looseness you want, which is stunning, right?’
She also highlighted the hand-warming pocket: ‘It’s literally fluffy inside to keep your hands warm, and your hands are resting right against the heat pack, and then against the fluff.’
The response was immediate and enthusiastic. ‘I work at ALDI lol and I’ve sold so many of these,’ one commenter wrote. Another added, ‘You’ve convinced me to purchase this in less than 2 minutes 👏.’ And for those of us who dread cold hands, one shopper summed it up: ‘Ohhhh myyyy gawwwwd!!! Running!! The pockets for my icy hands!!!’
Of course, with any hot water bottle, safety is key. Several commenters raised concerns about burns or leaks, and Madeline was quick to reassure: ‘I never use boiling water or have it too hot.’ She also mentioned that if you prefer, you could swap in a wheat bag insert for extra peace of mind.
So, how does it perform in real life? According to Madeline, the belt stays put and doesn’t slip down, even when not filled to the brim. The warmth lasts for a few hours—she reported filling it around 9-10 am and still feeling the heat at 1 pm, though it had cooled off a bit by then.
Who is this product for? In Madeline’s words: ‘Anyone wanting to keep warm this winter, and potentially for those who struggle with menstrual cramps or back pain. It’s comfortable and great that you don’t need to carry it around.’
As winter sets in and we all look for ways to stay warm and comfortable, it’s always helpful to hear what’s working for others.
Have you tried ALDI’s hot water bottle belt, or do you have another winter essential you swear by? We’d love to hear your tips and tricks for staying warm—share your thoughts in the comments below!
Also read: This $46 trick saves hundreds on power and keeps you cosy all winter!
There are hotwater bottles (HWB) and then there are hotwater bottles.
In earlier times a standard HWB generally had a round rubber-based seal on the bottom of the stopper. Generally speaking these expanded slightly upon contact with the hotwater. Thus provided a very safe seal (in case, for instance, you rolled onto it in a bed). TODAY, in most cases, the rubber seal has been replaced with an all plastic stopper. Experience shows this is often insufficient in keeping the water in the bottle and spills out and can cause serious burns.
I would recommend you examine any such product produced today and determine if it has the rubber seal insitu.