It is actually softer! It has the chewable silicone corner. It is thick and squishy, just like my favorite kind of babies. It's super soft and the perfect size for keeping baby warm in the car seat. It has a fun inverse design on the back.

The design is cute and will cover the average toddler. It's great for putting on my lap while watching tv. The color is beautiful and neutral. It comes with a pretty white ribbon/bow.

The new blankets look like they will last as long as their predecessors, so i am pleased so far. The navy is just as pictured.

Weave is slightly open making it breathable and not to hot like some polyester ones are. Soft after first wash and holds up nicely. Only complaint is that they do not have a label that identifies the size.

My blanket is a dirty grayish white that will not wash out. When washed (to try to prevent color running), both blankets emit some kind of toxic chemical that caused me to have coughing and choking fits.