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Keeping your hands warm during cold weather outdoor activities is the key to a fun snowy day. Heated gloves help keep frozen fingers at bay on those amazing powder days so you can keep gripping your ski poles until the very last run. I’ve had lots of rough cold days due to Raynaud’s Syndrome, where my hands and feet overreact to cold temperatures and the arteries narrow, limiting the blood supply to my digits. When my fingers turn white with cold, I have to head inside.
It’s mostly just a nuisance, but Raynaud’s impacts my enjoyment of cold-weather sports so I am always searching for creative solutions to keep my fingers and toes warm. Whether you’re extra sensitive to the cold like me or not, heated gloves make your time in the snow much more enjoyable so you can stay outside longer.
Learn all about the best heated gloves on the market to keep your hands toasty warm no matter your winter adventure.
What Are Heated Gloves?
Heated gloves use an internal wiring system that warms up with a low electrical charge from a rechargeable battery. These products are designed to keep hands warm, but not too hot. Most heated gloves have wires that wrap around the palm and up to each finger for maximum warmth. Higher quality heated gloves have options to vary the temperature based on user preference, including all of the gloves mentioned below.
Our Picks – Best Heated Gloves
Gobi Heat Vertex Heated Glove
The fit and heat coverage of the Gobi Vertex Heated Glove kept not only my hands warm on a frigid ski day, but I was so toasty I shared my gloves with my ski buddies when their hands got cold. The polyester leather adds flexibility and comfort for an all-around high-quality ski glove, helping make the outdoors accessible even in the coldest winter weather. I also love that Gobi Heat is a woman-owned company!
Key Features:
- Battery Life: Low: 6hrs, Med: 3hrs, High: 2hrs
- Heat Settings: Low: 113° F, Med: 131° F, High: 140° F
- Weight: 1.5 – 1.7 lbs (depending on size)
- Touchscreen compatible
- Rechargeable battery system
- Price: $$$
Check Price: Gobi Heat / Amazon
Outdoor Research Capstone Heated Sensor Glove
Of all the heated gloves from Outdoor Research, the Capstone Heated Sensor Glove is the apex of hot handwear. Uniquely featuring two batteries per glove, the Capstone effectively doubles the heat output of most other gloves, allowing users to remain outdoors with toasty hands longer. The Gore-tex shell and fleece palm interior help make these the gloves of choice for extreme winter conditions. Many people have found these gloves to be the right gear for all-day exposure to intense weather.
Key Features:
- Weight: 1lb 7.9oz
- Waterproof, windproof, quick drying
- Touchscreen compatible
- Rechargeable battery system
- Glove clip removable leash and pull-on loop
- Gloves can operated with 1 or 2 batteries per glove
- Price: $$$$
Check Price: Backcountry / Moosejaw / The Warming Store
ActionHeat 5V Battery Heated Snow Glove
On the more affordable end of electric heated gloves, the ActionHeat 5V Heated Glove gets the toasty job done. The heating elements are positioned throughout the palms and around each finger for complete warmth. These are a solid heated glove choice for winter activities such as hiking or snowshoeing. There is a men’s version of the glove available as well.
Key Features:
- Heat Settings: Low: 105° F, Med: 125° F, High: 145° F
- Battery Life: Low: 5 hrs, Med: 3 hrs, High: 2 hrs
- Rechargeable batteries
- Waterproof zippered battery pocket
- Price: $$
Check Price: The Warming Store / Amazon
Volt Impulse X
The Volt Impulse X heated ski glove extends up to mid-forearm which helps retain warmth and prevents snow from sneaking in between the jacket cuffs. Its waterproof shell and leather palm keeps the dampness out and allows for good hand movement.
I tested these gloves on a silky powder day and found that on the medium blue setting, my hands were warm well into the afternoon. Even without the heat on, the gloves are really cozy and perfect for skiing and snowboarding. There is a men’s version available too.
Key Features:
- Maximum Heat: 155F
- Battery Life: Low: 5 hrs, Med: 3.5 hrs, High: 2 hrs
- Waterproof
- Rechargeable batteries
- Price: $$$
Check Price: The Warming Store / Amazon / Volt
Seirus Women’s Heat Touch Hellfire Glove
Wiring throughout the palm and wrapping around the fingers, the Seirus Hellfire Glove provides even, all-day heat. The batteries are stored at the base of the glove and conform to the contour of the wrist for maximum comfort and will last up to 12 hours on the lowest heat setting.
Key Features:
- Battery Life: Low: 12 hrs, Med: 8 hrs, High: 4 hrs
- Flexible panels for all over warmth
- Rechargeable batteries
- Dryhand windproof/waterproof/breathable insert
- Price: $$$$
Check Price: Moosejaw / Backcountry (Men’s) / Amazon
Hestra Power Heater Gauntlet Gloves
Hestra took their most popular glove shape and added heat to make the ultimate heated glove. The Power Heater Gauntlet Gloves have a tight fit for increased dexterity and agility. There is a heat temperature control button that allows ultimate comfort and warmth, making these a great choice for ultra-cold ski days.
Key Features:
- Windproof and waterproof
- Snow-lock to prevent snow from getting in the gloves
- Rechargeable batteries
- Price: $$$
Check Price: Backcountry / The Warming Store / Amazon
Lenz Heat Glove 6.0
The Lenz Heat Glove 6.0 is an awesome heated glove that has a unique feature – the ability to monitor and control the temperature via your smartphone. Connecting via Bluetooth, you can change temperatures for maximum comfort. On a low setting, these gloves can last up to 14 hours with a full charge – one of the longest lasting on the market!
Key Features:
- Temperature: Level 1: 107F Level 2: 125F Level 3: 140F
- Battery Life: Level 1: 10-14 hours, Level 2: 5.5-7.5 hours, Level 3: 3.5-4.5 hours
- Touchscreen compatible
- Rechargeable batteries
- Temperature control via Bluetooth
- Price: $$$$
Check Price: The Warming Store
Hot Tips for Using Electric Heated Gloves
- Do not wear heated gloves if you plan to ski in backcountry/avalanche territory. The batteries in heated gloves will interfere with the signal in avalanche beacons.
- Charge the batteries at least a day before you want to use the gloves. We recommend charging them overnight, as it can take several hours to charge fully.
- Test gloves indoors before the first use to make sure equipment is in working order.
- Warm up the gloves before heading outside. Some gloves might take a while to fully heat up and work best to keep hands from ever getting cold rather than warming already frozen fingers.
- Store gloves, batteries, and charger all together but make sure to disconnect the batteries from the gloves before putting the gloves away.
- Charge the batteries every 6 months to extend the life of the pair
Are you searching for the perfect pair of heated gloves or have you tried any we should know about? Leave your questions and comments below!
