We’re all shopping a bit more frugally this year and trying to save money on horse kit, but when it comes to rugging your horse you want to buy the best you can afford – either that or your horse is a known rug trasher so you’re looking for the best cheap horse rugs to last one season. When buying a rug on a budget, you may have to forgo the most technical and time-saving features, such as a fillet strap in place of an adjustable, elasticated or detachable leg straps. You may also be limited to cheaper fixings and fabrics, such as those with lower denier ratings. But if these features aren’t on your list of essentials, you could find yourself a bargain.
We’ve rounded up a selection of the best turnout rugs to choose from if you’re on a budget. Some have RRPs at the lower end of the market, while others are more pricey, but are the entry level range for a particular brand. Many brands, such as WeatherBeeta and Shires, have multiple ranges aimed at different price points – for every brand that does this we’ve included their most budget-friendly option. This can be really helpful if you know a particular brand is the perfect shape for your horse.
The JHL Essential range is owned by the same company as the Mark Todd collection. These rugs have a 600D ripstop outer, nylon lining and fully taped seams. They benefit from anti-rub shoulder linings, shoulder gussets and a gusseted tail flap. They fasten with adjustable buckle and clips at the chest, adjustable cross surcingles and adjustable, removable leg straps. They also have fleece protection at the wither, and the standard necks have three D rings to attach a neck cover that can be purchased separately.
RRP: From £87.99 (0g standard) – £109.99 (combo 300g)
WeatherBeeta produces high quality rugs that consistently score well when we review them. The ComFiTec Classic range has the least frills, but still benefits from all the WeatherBeeta patterns and technologies. The rugs have a 600D ripstop outer shells that are waterproof and breathable, and they all have a lining, traditional side gusset and twin adjustable front buckle fastenings. They also feature fleece at the wither, adjustable and removable leg straps, twin low cross surcingles and a standard tail flap. The standard neck rugs are fitted with three D rings to attach necks that can be purchased separately. All rugs have a three year warranty on hardware, waterproofness and breathability.
The Typhoon turnouts have a higher denier than any other rug in this guide – so they could be your best option if you’re shopping for a rug tearer. They have T-bar chest fastenings, adjustable cross surcingles and a fillet strap, which makes them quick and easy to put on and remove. The combo neck covers have touch-tape fastenings, and the waterproof and breathable outer shell has taped seams and a durable, water-repellent finish.
The Amigo Hero is Horseware’s most budget-friendly range – the range itself is quite large, but the 600D branch is the cheapest. The rugs benefit from a shine-enhancing lining to prevent rubbing, plus front leg arches to offer freedom of movement, two cross surcingles and a tail strap for a secure fit. The rugs have a classic cut with a twin T-bar chest fastening.
RRP: From £30.95 (0g standard) – £62.95 (200g combo)
These turnout rugs are fuss free, which keeps the price down. They have twin T-bar chest closures, adjustable cross surcingles, tail flap, fillet string and full combo neck.
These Mackey turnout rugs are simple with no frills to add extra expense. They have a 600D waterproof and breathable outer, and have a T-bar front closure, low cross surcingles and adjustable tail strap.
The Tempest Original stable rugs come in a variety of neck options as well as weights – and are the only collection of stable rugs in this guide that has the option of a detachable neck. They fasten with buckles at the chest, adjustable cross surcingles and a fillet string.
This stable rug has a 600D polyester outer, nylon lining, adjustable double front buckles and low cross surcingles. It also features reinforced nylon anti-rub shoulders, fleece wither protection and shoulder gussets for additional movement.
Dependent on the fill weight and neck style you opt for, these stable rugs fasten with either one or two adjustable buckles at the chest. They feature a polyester lining and 100% boa fleece wither, plus also have twin low cross surcingles, a tail cord and loops for optional leg straps.
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Georgia is Horse & Hound’s deputy website editor and equestrian products expert. She curates content across the website with a particular focus on upcoming equestrian events horse care and buying advice. She also manages all the ecommerce opportunities that allow us to give you easy access to the best products at the lowest prices via our buying guides. Georgia has first-hand knowledge of all the equestrian brands and their ever-evolving product lines, having been working with them closely since she started in equestrian media in 2015.
