Don’t ice over these heated gloves before your next big winter adventure.
Heated Gloves
Winter is here (whether you like it or not!), which means the season of winter sports and window shopping while sipping hot cocoa is upon us.
For the bitter cold days when your regular gloves won’t cut it and the windchill makes you want to curl up under your coziest blanket, upgrade your favorite knit gloves to a pair of heated ones!
Pro Tip 😎
Depending on the material, battery life, and features, heated gloves can cost between $50 to a couple of hundred dollars, but they’re worth the investment if you’re tired of having numb fingers.
Whether you’re headed to the slopes, traveling, exploring, or trekking to the store this winter, heated gloves are a luxurious essential to add to your cold-weather gear.
With winters getting colder, this is the perfect time to give them a try especially if your old gloves aren’t getting the job done.
OUR TOP PICKS
Best Overall
If you’re looking for one pair to do it all this winter, these heated gloves are your best bet.
With three heat levels, there’s a temperature to keep you cozy every day. Great for skiing and snowboarding!
What We Love:
- Waterproof and wind-resistant
- Heated up quickly with even heat distribution
- Machine washable
- Touch screen capability
- Three heat levels
What We Don’t Like:
- Need extra rechargeable batteries for colder days
- Wearers’ hands got sweaty while wearing them on the medium setting
Best Budget
Coming in at just under $40, these heated gloves get the job done!
Even though they make lack the bells and whistles of more expensive pairs, your hands and wallet will be sure to thank you.
What We Love:
- Cost-effective
- Soft and comfortable fleece material
- User friendly
- Machine washable
- Great for outdoor activities
What We Don’t Like:
- Not rechargeable (4 AA batteries required, 2 per pair)
- One size fits all
- No temperature option
Best for Skiing
Opt for a rich, evergreen color this ski season to help you feel one with the mountain!
Plus, the non-slip palm of these gloves from Ororo will give you great grip even on the slipperiest slopes.
What We Love:
- Reinforced non-slip palm
- Easy to check the power level before the next charge.
- Rich color
- Touch screen capability
What We Don’t Like:
- Hand wash only
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Best for Snowboarding
Reach for this pair of mittens the next time you snowboard and give yourself some extra time cruisin’ on the slopes.
The longer cuff and toggle cuff closure will keep you warm and the snow out of your sleeves (brrr!).
What We Love:
- Mittens provide more warmth than gloves
- Waterproof
- Extra protection on the knuckles
- Finger slots inside the mitten
- Zipper pocket for storing small essentials
- Machine washable
What We Don’t Like:
- Limited dexterity
- Bulky
Sleekest
We’ve all been there: walking out the door or exiting the subway just to be hit by a gust of wind.
When the wintry chill gets to be too much, these quilted gloves are sure to become your toasty and fashionable cold-weather favorite, whether commuting to work or walking the dog.
What We Love:
- Not too bulky making them an easy swap for regular gloves
- Great for everyday use
- Touch screen capability
- Fashion-forward design
- Quilted
What We Don’t Like:
- No way to tell if the battery is fully charged
- Not waterproof
Best for Extreme Cold
Don’t let freezing temperatures keep you inside! Black Diamond is well-known for its quality gear designed to get you outdoors.
Made using GORE-TEX®, these heated gloves will keep you warm and dry even in sub-zero temperatures.
What We Love:
- Best for extreme cold
- Warm even when unheated
- Waterproof
- Durable
- Gore-tex
What We Don’t Like:
- Bulky and heavy
- Pricey
Best for Traveling
Even though they are designed to be layered under your go-to winter gloves, these liners are great for everyday wear and traveling!
The thin, stretchy Lycra allows for better dexterity when you have to rummage through your bag for headphones. But when the frosty air really starts to bite, they turn any normal pair of gloves into a luxurious heated pair.
What We Love:
- Good fit, flexible, and not bulky
- Great for everyday wear
- Easily worn on their own or layered under another pair
- Touch screen capability
- Sleek design
- Lightweight
What We Don’t Like:
- Handwash only
- Not waterproof
- Not enough heat to be worn alone on colder winter days
Most Tech-Savvy
Say goodbye to overheated hands!
Linked to an app on your phone, these gloves use AI technology to adjust the temperature according to your needs, which is perfect for the busy, on-the-go traveler.
What We Love:
- Not as bulky as other heated glove designs
- Good dexterity
- Long-lasting battery
- Tech-savvy
- Gender neutral design
- Using intelligent heating technology
What We Don’t Like:
- No touch screen capability
- Longer charge time (4.5 hours)
Best for Hiking
Whether you’re going for a short hike to your favorite lookout or a longer trek, Fieldsheer has you covered!
With 4 heat settings and great dexterity, you can stay as warm as you need from frigid mornings to brisk afternoons.
What We Love:
- Long battery life
- Good dexterity
- Rich color
- Touch screen capabilities
- Tech-savvy (temperature controlled through an app)
- 4 Heat settings
What We Don’t Like:
- Not waterproof
- Runs small
What to Look for in Heated Gloves
Weatherproofing
Water- and wind-resistant or waterproof offers the best protection from the elements especially if you plan on wearing them skiing, snowboarding, or hiking.
Look for a pair with a synthetic shell, like polyester or nylon, treated with DWR (Durable Water Repellent) or even made of Gore-Tex.
Heating
They’re typically powered by removable rechargeable batteries (more on those later!) that have their own little pockets in the gloves.
There are multiple heat settings so you can be warm whether it’s just chilly or absolutely frigid.
But don’t worry! If safety is your concern, heated gloves are safe to use and many even have an automatic off-timer for an added level of protection.
Run Time
Heated gloves are powered by batteries, so the higher you set the temperature, the shorter the battery life.
Many have removable, rechargeable battery sets while others, like our best budget pick, use disposable batteries. Most pairs finish charging within a handful of hours using a USB or wall charging system.
Pro Tip
😎The right pair of heated gloves should have features that fit your winter lifestyle.
If you aren’t outside for hours at a time, prioritize features like touchscreen capability and dexterity, but if you have long days ahead, prioritize battery life and insulation.
When picking the right heated gloves for you, consider how long you plan on using the gloves each day.
If you plan on being out for a long, freezing day some pairs, like our best overall pick, even boast selling extra battery packs so the fun doesn’t have to stop.
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