Cold Hands? Here’s A Complete Guide to Shopping Heated Gloves
When the weather drops in temperature, your hands are one of the first parts of your body to feel the cold. So, what’s the reason behind this? According to Healthline, your hands cool down because “your body makes sure to keep the blood flowing to your core and vital organs to keep them warm.” Less blood will flow through your hands and feet, hence making them cold. Freezing fingers sometimes don't allow us to perform some activities comfortably and in some cases can even feel painful.
Who has cold hands all year long?
Although most people only have cold hands during winter, some suffer from this all year long. According to the Mayo Clinic, some of the causes of this can be: anemia, Buerguer’s disease, diabetes, frostbite, lupus, Raynaud’s disease, and scleroderma. If you suffer from any of these, you might constantly be searching for ways to keep your hands warm and toasty, even in the summer.
(Learn more about how heated gear can help with Raynaud’s symptoms here.)
How do we deal with cold hands?
Have you warmed up your hands by wrapping them around a hot cup of coffee? Or, do you remember a time you’ve put your hands close to fire to keep them warm? If not, you’ve probably put them inside your pockets. Some people even do it by warming up rocks in boiling water and putting them inside gloves like this. Somehow, we all find a way, because by keeping our hands warm we automatically feel content!
Well, we’ve got great news for you. In case you didn’t know, you can keep your hands warm with just the push of a button! Just like we sometimes need a warm hug, our hands sometimes need to be “hugged” by a pair of gloves. But not any pair of gloves... heated ones are the best (and even better if they’re ORORO!)
Become part of the Toasty Hands club (Important Upgrades in December 2022)
ORORO Heated Gloves and Mittens hug your hands to keep them nice and toasty. We’ve got 5 items that you can choose from:
- “Buffalo” Heated Gloves 2.0
- “Calgary” Heated Gloves 2.0
- “Twin Cities” 3-in-1 Heated Gloves 2.0
- “Amsterdam” Heated Mittens 2.0
- "Glasgow" Heated Liner Gloves
Except for the "Glasgow" Heated LIner Gloves which are our all-new glove design released in September 2022, other heated gloves/mittens have been upgraded to a 2.0 version. The upgrades of theses gloves include:
- An extra LED indicator is added (before they have 3 indicators) for reflecting heating levels (red on high heating, white on medium and blue on low), while the remaining 3 indicators are for showing the remaining battery life. The heated liner gloves of the "Twin Cities" 3-in-1 Heated Gloves come with 1
- All the 2.0 gloves are paired with the all-new B22A batteries with a capacity of 2000mAh, providing faster heating and longer runtime.
Before looking into detailed specs, the features that you’ll find in all of these items are:
- Touchscreen compatible
- Hand washable
- Water resistant
- Wind resistant
Let's break down the features of each pair:
“Buffalo” Heated Gloves 2.0
These are our most economic pair of gloves, and still come with the same heating performance! They’re also touch-screen compatible so you can use your phone without having to take them off. They are also available in Green, White and Gray.
Notable features:
- Most affordable
- Reflective design for cycling
- Non-slip palm
Heating system:
Heat on the back of the hands and fingers.
Uses:
These gloves are the perfect choice for people with Raynaud's disease, arthritis, bad circulation, stiff joints or just cold hands. They’re also great for low-impact activities like walking, cycling, or motorcycle riding.
Reviews:
“I bought these for my elderly mom who suffers from Raynaud's Syndrome. Her hands get cold during her walks. She loves them. Perfect fit. They warm quickly. Easy for her to charge.” Patti F.
“These gloves have been fantastic when the weather is in the single digits and wind chills are below zero. These gloves prevent me from having my fingers get cold like they usually do when working outside or driving to and from work in the cold. The batteries are not too large or heavy. A great buy!” Kristen A.
“Calgary” Heated Gloves 2.0
These traditional gloves are an all-around crowd pleaser! And if you love genuine leather, we’ve got you covered.
Notable features:
- High quality
- Great fitting
- Allow movement
- Genuine leather
Uses:
These gloves are great for activities such as snow blowing, shoveling and other snow removal! Our customers also use them for a wide range of outdoor activities. They’re also great for watching games, walking, or working outside in the cold.
Heating system:
Heat across the edge of five fingers and the dorsal surface of the palm.
Reviews:
“Mid 70's with diabetic neuropathy and near frostbite fingertips from years of -* to low temps outside work. Saw an ad for these and decided to purchase. Nice fit and heating is 'super' for snow shoveling and wrestling with a snow blower! OUTSTANDING PRODUCT.” Bob K.
“Great gloves for snow blowing. My fingers used to get very cold within 30 minutes but now they don't even in single digit temperatures.” William B.
“Used these gloves for the first time 1/31/22. After pruning grapevines for 2.5 hours in 30 degree weather in fleece lined leather gloves my hands were very cold. I switched to the Calgary gloves and within 5 minutes my hands were comfortable and I continued pruning for another 1.5 hours. Second best investment after my Ororo heated vest.” Linda M.
"Amsterdam" Heated Mittens 2.0
You’ve got the best of 2 worlds! If you love mittens but also want heat across each of your fingers, these are perfect for you. You can wear your own (favorite) liners and lightweight gloves underneath if you wish.
Notable features:
- High quality
- Great fitting
- Long working hours
Heating system:
The heating elements outline each individual finger, as well as the back of the hand.
Uses: Our customers use these mittens for activities such as skiing or walking the dog and other casual activities that don’t require too much finger movement.
Reviews:
“My hands are ALWAYS cold and these are the first pair of affordable mittens I've found that allow me to ski all day easily. The instructions for fit were easy and they are the perfect size. I can't recommend these enough for those that are (like me) super sensitive to the cold.” Stacey A.
“Friend loaned a pair of these gloves for my recent ski trip. The gloves were warm enough not to use the heat, but when needed they worked great. They are back with my friend and I have already received my own pair. Highly recommend this product!” Elizabeth R.
“Twin Cities” 3-in-1 Heated Gloves 2.0
If your hands are cold all-year-round, our 3-in-1 heated gloves are a great option, as they can adapt to a wide variety of conditions. These gloves can be worn in 3 different ways. You can wear the inner fleece liner alone for a more streamlined look and great dexterity, the outer glove by itself in more extreme environments, or both pieces together for the ultimate Heated Gloves experience.
Notable features:
- High quality
- 3-in-1 design, which makes them versatile
- Longer working hours
- Non-slip palm
- Best insulation
Heating system:
Heat across the edge of five fingers and dorsal surface of the palm.
Uses:
These gloves are very versatile and can adapt to a great variety of uses. Our customers love giving them as gifts!
Reviews:
“They are great, my girl loves them and I'll definitely purchase from you guys in the future.” Jose C.
“Purchased for my boyfriend for Christmas. He LOVES them and after using them a few times stated it was the BEST present ever!”
“Bought for my wife and she loves them!” Robert Z.
“Glasgow" Heated Liner Gloves
The 2022 all-new ORORO heated liner gloves provide sufficient dexterity and brushed-tricot-polyester-lined softness while the cushiony-feeling of warmth is guaranteed. Enjoy up to 9 hours of battery-heated warmth. Feel empowered in your cold adventures, like skiing, working in the warehouse, pitching a tent while camping, or just walking your dog on chilly mornings, by easily pairing these liner gloves with your own thicker gloves as a combo.
Notable features:
- Cushiony-feeling Brushed Tricot Polyester lining
- Up to 9 working hours
- Non-slip palm
- Touch-screen compatible thumbs, forefingers and middle fingers
Heating system:
Heat across the edge of five fingers and dorsal surface of the palm.
Uses:
These liner gloves are designed to wear alone for great deterity or extra warmth under your own outer gloves for all sorts of activities, like shoveling snows, gardening, walking dogs in cold mornings, etc!
Reviews:
“I have tried several different brands of Heated finger gloves over the years. These "Glasgow" glove liners are thee best. Spendy, but well worth it in the long run.You won't be dissappointed.”
Summary
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Model |
"Calgary” Heated Gloves 2.0 | “Glasgow” Heated Liner Gloves | |||
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Price (Mar 2022) |
$149
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$179
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$169
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$199
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$169 |
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Type
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Gloves
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Gloves
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Mittens
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3-in-1 Gloves (with liners)
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Gloves |
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Outstanding features
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Great for
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Length
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Wrist-length
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Wrist-length
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Wrist-length
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Wrist-length
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Wrist-length |
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Weight
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250 g = 8.8 oz (Size M)
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244 g = 8.6 oz (Size M)
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244 g = 8.6 oz (Size M)
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340 g = 12 oz (Size S)
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125 g = 4.4 oz (Size M) |
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Color
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Black
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Black & Orange
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Black and Orange
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Black & Gray
Liners: Black
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Black |
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Care
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Hand Wash
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Hand Wash
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Hand Wash
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Hand Wash
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Hand Wash |
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Touchscreen compatible
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes |
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Water resistant
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes |
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Wind resistant
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes |
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Adjustable with velcro
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No
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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No |
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Heat settings
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3 heating levels
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3 heating levels
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3 heating levels
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3 heating levels
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3 heating levels |
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Heating system
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Back of the hands and fingers
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Across the edge of five fingers and dorsal surface of the palm
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Each individual finger is outlined, as well as the back of the hand
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Across the edge of five fingers and dorsal surface of the palm
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Across the edge of five fingers and dorsal surface of the palm
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Working hours on low mode
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8
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6
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7
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8
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9 |
If you still want more information about our Heated Accessories, you can find it here. You can also check out our Heated Hand Warmers! They come in black, camo pattern, and yellow.
If you still have questions about our solutions for cold hands, you can reach out to our support team at support@ororowear.com.
Stay toasty, my friends!
You may also like:
Raynaud’s Solutions: Heated Apparel for Cold Hands
ORORO and Raynaud’s: Helping to Stop the Symptoms Before They Start
1 comment
Hand warmers work in different ways depending on their main ingredients. That said, they all use the same basic principle of an exothermic reaction.