Cycling to work in a sideways drizzle, walking the dog along an exposed coast path, or standing on a scaffold at half seven in the morning: in wet and windy weather it is usually your hands that give up first. Ordinary gloves only hold on to the heat your body provides. Heated gloves make their own warmth with a small rechargeable battery. This guide explains which type suits your day, what to look for and how the main models compare.
The short answer: which heated gloves should you buy?
- Best all-rounder for commuting and walking: the Øven electrically heated gloves, waterproof and windproof, up to 50°C, from €119.99.
- Thin and discreet, or as a liner: the thin heated glove liners, €129.99.
- Exact fit and grip: the thin heated gloves with anti-slip grip in single sizes (XS to 2XL), €129.99.
- Fingers that always go numb first: the black heated mittens, €139.99.
- For the slopes: the black heated ski gloves, €139.99.
Prefer to browse everything side by side? See the full heated gloves collection.
Comparison table
| Model | Brand | Price | Heating | Max temp | Battery life | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Øven heated gloves | Gløde | from €119.99 | 3 settings | 50°C | 2 to 5 hours | 2 years |
| Thin heated glove liners | Gløde (Savior Heat) | €129.99 | back of hand and fingers, 3 settings | 2 years | ||
| Thin anti-slip gloves, single sizes | Gløde (Savior Heat) | €129.99 | back of hand and fingers, 3 settings | up to 6 hours (low) | 2 years | |
| Heated mittens, black | Gløde (Savior Heat) | €139.99 | fingers, palm and back of hand, 3 settings | up to 6 hours (low) | 2 years | |
| Heated ski gloves, black | Gløde (Savior Heat) | €139.99 | back of hand and fingers, 3 settings | up to 6 hours (low) | 2 years | |
| Gloves PRO Dual Heating | Bertschat | €199.95 (price November 2026) | back of hand and palm | 65°C | 2 to 11 hours depending on battery | |
| Glasgow liner gloves | Ororo | €109.99 (price November 2026) | back of hand and fingers, not palm | 3 to 8.5 hours | 1 year elements, 1 year battery | |
| Heat Glove 8.0 Finger Cap Lobster | Lenz | €199.95 without battery (price November 2026) | every finger, top and bottom | up to 7.5 or 12 hours depending on battery | 2 years statutory |
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What to look for when buying
1. Where the heat goes
Fingertips are almost always the problem. Check that the heating runs into the fingers rather than sitting only on the back of the hand. In mittens your fingers also share warmth with each other.
2. Thin or thick
If you need to feel keys, a bike lock or a phone screen, a thin glove is easier. Thicker gloves and mittens keep out more wind and rain. If you are torn, read our guide to heated glove liners.
3. Wind and water protection
In a damp climate, rain and wind chill your hands far faster than dry cold. For cycling, choose waterproof and windproof, or at least windproof and water-repellent.
4. Battery life and settings
Every model here has 3 heat settings, and battery life depends heavily on which one you use. Our page on how long the battery in heated clothing lasts explains the details.
5. Total cost and warranty
Check whether batteries are included. Lenz sells them separately, which pushes the total cost up considerably. At Gløde batteries are included and you get a 2-year warranty with European service; see repair and warranty.
The gloves reviewed
Øven electrically heated gloves (Gløde)
The Øven tops this list because it is the most complete all-rounder for wet, windy weather: waterproof and windproof, 3 settings from 35°C to 50°C and warmth right into the fingertips. It comes with 1 pair of 3,000 mAh batteries, a storage pouch and wrist straps so you do not drop a glove when you pull it off at the café counter. Battery life is 2 to 5 hours depending on the setting, which covers a commute and an afternoon outside. The downside: on the highest setting all day, you will need to recharge.
Thin heated glove liners (at Gløde)
Light, stretchy and breathable, with carbon fibre heating elements over the back of the hand and the fingers. Wear them alone on dry cold days or underneath ski, motorcycle or work gloves. Touchscreen fingertips let you use your phone without taking them off. They are not designed for a downpour.
Thin heated gloves with anti-slip grip, single sizes (at Gløde)
The same thin glove with anti-slip grip, sold in single sizes from XS to 2XL for a closer fit. Breathable and moisture-wicking, with a hook-and-loop wrist closure and up to 6 hours on low.
Heated mittens, black (at Gløde)
Heat in the fingers, palm and back of the hand, with a fleece lining, extra insulation and a windproof, water-repellent shell. A sensible pick if your fingers are always cold. For more choice see our heated mittens and the guide to the best heated mittens.
Heated ski gloves, black (at Gløde)
A winter glove with anti-slip grip, an LED for the heat setting, touchscreen fingertips and a cuff drawcord to keep snow out. Browse more in heated ski gloves or read the guide to the best heated ski gloves.
Bertschat Gloves PRO Dual Heating
Pros: heating on both back of hand and palm, up to 65°C, long run time with the larger batteries. Cons: €199.95 (price November 2026), and according to the maker not machine washable; wipe clean with a damp cloth only.
Ororo Glasgow liner gloves
Pros: keenly priced on offer at €109.99 (price November 2026), up to 8.5 hours on low. Cons: the palm is not heated, hand wash only, and gloves carry 1 year on elements and 1 year on the battery.
Lenz Heat Glove 8.0 Finger Cap Lobster
Pros: every finger is heated top and bottom, up to 12 hours on setting 1 with the larger battery. Cons: €199.95 without battery (price November 2026). Adding an rcB 1200 (€179.95) or rcB 2000 (€219.95) takes the total well past €350. Lenz states it is not washable.
Who are heated gloves for?
- Cycle commuters facing wind and rain every morning. Riding a motorbike instead? See our guide to heated motorcycle gloves.
- Dog walkers, hill walkers and anglers who spend long, still hours outdoors.
- Outdoor workers on building sites, farms and docks; for heavy work read our guide to heated work gloves.
- Parents on the touchline and football fans in an open stand.
- Skiers and snowboarders heading to the Alps or Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Are heated gloves worth it in a mild but wet climate?
Often yes, because wet wind cools your hands quickly even at 5°C. A waterproof, windproof pair such as the Øven makes the biggest difference.
Can I charge them overnight like my phone?
The batteries are rechargeable; the spare 3,000 mAh glove batteries sold at Gløde charge via USB-C.
Can I wash heated gloves?
Gløde clothing is washable once you remove the battery. Always follow the care label of the specific product.
What if they do not suit me?
You can try them for 30 days with a money-back guarantee. See 30-day trial.
How quickly will they arrive?
Gløde delivers within 1 to 3 days. Customers rate Gløde 4.8 on Trustpilot (237 reviews).
Conclusion
If you want one pair for almost every wet winter day, the Øven is the obvious choice: waterproof, windproof, up to 50°C and from €119.99 with batteries included. Go for liners if you need dexterity, mittens if your fingers are always cold, and ski gloves for the slopes. Gløde clothing is CE certified, protected against overheating and covered by a 2-year warranty. Compare them yourself in the Gløde heated gloves collection.
Updated November 2026.
