Quick answer: which heated workwear do you need?
- Cold core on outdoor jobs: the reflective heated work jacket (from €229.99) or the tougher canvas heated work jacket (from €279.99).
- Cold hands on tools and materials: the waterproof heated work gloves, from €179.99.
- Company coat is mandatory: wear the Høgge heated bodywarmer underneath, from €169.99.
- Cold feet from standing on concrete: rechargeable heated socks, from €109.99.
- See everything together: browse heated workwear.
Heated workwear compared
Based on product specifications and retailer information. Competitor prices: price November 2026.
| Product | Brand | Price | Heated area | Settings / temperature | Battery life |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heated work jacket, reflective yellow/black | Savior Heat, sold by Gløde | €229.99 | 5 zones: chest, neck, upper and lower back | 3, approx. 40/50/60 °C | approx. 12 to 13 hours on low (6000 mAh) |
| Heated work jacket, canvas black/grey | Savior Heat, sold by Gløde | €279.99 | 5 zones: chest, neck, upper and lower back | 3, approx. 40/50/60 °C | approx. 12 to 13 hours on low (6000 mAh) |
| Heated work gloves, waterproof black | Savior Heat, sold by Gløde | €179.99 | Back of hand, fingers, fingertips | 3 | up to approx. 12 hours on low (2x 3000 mAh) |
| Høgge heated men's bodywarmer | Gløde | from €169.99 | 5 panels: front, back, neck | 3 | up to 6 hours (10,000 mAh) or 12 hours (20,000 mAh) |
| Heated socks, black | Savior Heat, sold by Gløde | €109.99 | Toes and forefoot | 3 | high 2 to 3 hours, low 6 to 8 hours (2x 2200 mAh) |
| M12 HJ5 jacket | Milwaukee | €213.33 ex VAT, no battery (Klium.be) | Core and front pockets | 3 | up to 8 hours on low with 3.0 Ah |
| DCJ205Z jacket | Makita | €167.66 ex VAT, no battery | 5 elements | 3 | not stated |
| Gloves PRO Dual Heating | Bertschat | €199.95 | Back of hand and palm | up to 65 °C | 2 to 8 hours (3000 mAh), 4 to 11 hours (4000 mAh) |
What to look for
1. Start where the cold hits first
When you stand still, your neck, back, hands and feet go first. Be honest about where you feel it. If you spend hours standing in the wind, start with a jacket or bodywarmer. If you handle cold materials all day, your fingers will notice the difference most.
2. Battery life per item
A work jacket at Gløde runs for about 12 to 13 hours on low, the work gloves up to about 12 hours. Socks are the shortest at 6 to 8 hours on low and 2 to 3 hours on high, so plan a spare set of batteries or a top-up at break time. More on our page about how long heated clothing batteries last.
3. Grip and protection
Work gloves need to work as gloves first. The waterproof black pair has silicone grip, a reinforced palm and thumb crotch, foam knuckle padding, a Hipora membrane and 100 g 3M Thinsulate. We compare the heavier-duty options in our heated work gloves buying guide.
4. Own battery or tool battery
Milwaukee and Makita often sell their jackets body only, to run on their tool batteries. Handy if your firm already has them. The clothing at Gløde comes with its own battery or power bank.
5. Certification
Heated clothing adds to required protective clothing, it does not replace it. The product data for these items lists no safety-standard certifications. Ask your health and safety adviser what your risk assessment requires.
6. Trial and service
At Gløde you get a 30-day trial with money-back guarantee, a 2-year warranty and European service. Everything is CE marked and protected against overheating.
The products reviewed
Heated work jacket, reflective yellow/black (Gløde)
For roadworks, building sites, logistics and security. Five zones, front and back set separately, warm in about 30 seconds. It leads because it lasts a full shift without tying you to a tool brand. Full comparison in our heated work jacket buying guide.
Heated work jacket, canvas black/grey (Gløde)
The same tech in heavy canvas with a check lining, for warehouses, farms, maintenance and deliveries. The button is inside. Also in our heated work jackets collection.
Heated work gloves, waterproof black (Gløde)
Heat across the back of the hand, the fingers and right into the fingertips. They start on high and drop to medium after 5 minutes, so your hands warm quickly without draining the battery. Touchscreen thumb and index finger.
Høgge heated men's bodywarmer (Gløde)
Ideal under a company coat or overalls. Five panels, three settings, washable with the power bank removed. Also good for the cycle commute.
Heated socks, black (Gløde)
Knee-high, breathable CoolMax blend, heated at the toes and forefoot. The battery sits in a pocket at the top of the sock, with a button control. Run time is shorter than a jacket, so swap batteries at break.
Milwaukee M12 HJ5
Pros: fits the M12 platform, washable at 40 °C, tumble-dry safe to 60 °C without the battery holder. Cons: no battery included, and stated run time differs between product page (8 hours) and label (11 hours).
Makita DCJ205Z
Pros: five elements and three settings for Makita users. Cons: body only, no stated run time.
Bertschat Gloves PRO Dual Heating
Pros: heats back of hand and palm, up to 65 °C, choice of batteries. Cons: not machine washable (damp cloth only), and it is a ski and winter glove rather than a work glove with a hard-wearing palm.
Who is heated workwear for?
Groundworkers in wet and windy weather, scaffolders, fitters, landscapers, cold store staff, dock workers, delivery drivers, farm workers and event stewards. For logistics and warehousing we have a separate guide: heated workwear for logistics and warehouses. For construction: heated workwear for construction.
For buyers and employers
If you kit out a team, you need cost per person, delivery time (usually 1 to 3 days) and a service route. See business orders at Gløde, become a business customer and read our employer's guide to heated workwear, which covers working in the cold in general terms.
Frequently asked questions
Can my business claim heated workwear as an expense?
That depends on your circumstances, so check with your accountant. For orders in a company name, see become a business customer.
If I can only buy one item, what should it be?
For most people a jacket or bodywarmer, as it heats the largest area and has the longest battery life. If you work with your hands in the wet, start with gloves.
Will the socks fit inside safety boots?
They are knee-high and the battery sits at the top of the sock, not in the boot. Fit depends on the height of your boots.
Can heated clothing be worn under PPE?
That is your employer's call based on the risk assessment. It does not replace required PPE.
Can I try one set before ordering for the crew?
Yes, with a 30-day money-back trial.
Verdict
Start with your core: a heated work jacket or bodywarmer. Add gloves if you work with your hands in the wet, and socks if you stand in one place for hours. See the full range in heated workwear at Gløde, rated 4.8 on Trustpilot (237 reviews).
Updated November 2026
