Since gloves are an outer layer, weatherproofing is important—especially if you’ll be using them for skiing or snowboarding. Look for gloves that feature some sort of weather or waterproofing (this is usually clearly stated in the product description). Gloves that use GORE-TEX are typically waterproof, as are those with a DWR coating.

Ororo have used excellent materials for the Buffalo gloves, and they are a joy to put on, even when no power is being used. The outer material is both water and wind resistant and can work well in both wet or snowy cold conditions. I’ve tested the Buffalo gloves in all sort of temperatures and conditions since I’ve received them and have been impressed with the heat delivery and general insulation of them – there is no doubt that they work well and definitely keep your hands warm even when the outside temp is sub zero and freezing. Ororo claims these gloves reach 140 degrees and can last up to eight hours on one battery charge (on the lowest setting). They feature a water-resistant outer and a water-resistant membrane on the liners. We also love the 3M Thinsulate insulation underneath the outer shell. I would recommend these for someone looking to have a pair of gloves for winter sports activities like snowboarding or skiing,” our tester concluded. “I wouldn't recommend these for casual winter wear.”ActionHeat Heated Gloves: Nothing blew us away about these gloves. And considering they take AA batteries in a world of rechargeable batteries, we couldn’t put these on our best overall list.

What do you need them for? - Depending on your needs, the style and bulk of the glove design will be important. Some heated gloves are weighty and robust but offer enhanced durability as a result, so they’re ideal for spending significant time outdoors in winter conditions. Others are lighter, slimmer and more suited to everyday use. Don’t need all the bulk of an insulated glove but still want some extra warmth? Consider a pair of stand-alone glove liners. Of those we tested, we like Day Wolf’s the best. These synthetic liners have three temperature settings, and Day Wolf claims they’ll last up to six hours on the low setting and reach temperatures of up to 150 degrees F on the highest setting.Our testers loved these gloves, particularly how waterproof they were. That’s essential for sports like snowboarding where the hands are more likely to touch the snow and be exposed to precipitation than in other winter outdoor activities. Snow Deer claims these gloves will reach up to 150 degrees F on the highest setting and last up to 6.5 hours on one battery charge on the lowest setting.

Long-lasting & Adjustable Warmth: Enjoy up to 8.5 hours of heat with a pair of 7.4V rechargeable batteries that have a longer runtime than other manufacturers in the industry. Switch between 3 heating settings (high, medium, low) for on-demand heat output with an easy-to-press power button.They also loved that these liners are touchscreen-compatible and, being less bulky, easy to wear while typing or scrolling. “I liked the gloves’ design because they are very thin, and I was able to use my phone and computer while I had them on,” a tester reported. “The thumb and pointer fingers have a different fabric on the tip, so you can still use your mobile device.”