Why the outside temperature makes such a difference
A heating element generates heat, but that heat doesn’t naturally stay near your hand. Heat always flows from hot to cold: from your hand and the element to the cold air outside. The greater the difference between indoors and outdoors, the faster this happens. So at -10 °C, a glove loses heat much faster than at 5 °C.
That is why insulation just as important as the heating. The insulating layer is situated between the heating element and the outer fabric and keeps the heat in. The thicker and better that layer, the more heat stays close to your hand and the less escapes outwards.
The models side by side
All come with a 2-year warranty and free delivery in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany.
| Model | Type | Heat | Battery | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 MotionActive | Heated gloves that allow freedom of movement | 8 hours | 3,000 mAh | €149,95 |
 ThermoMax | Padded, heated gloves for temperatures down to −12 °C | 14 hours | 5,000 mAh | €179,95 |
 CoreLight | Thin heated gloves | 8 hours | 3,000 mAh | €134,95 |
Thin gloves: supple, for mild cold weather
A thin glove offers little insulation. You can feel the handlebars, your phone or your dog’s lead clearly, but in severe frost it loses heat more quickly. Ideal from around 10 °C to just below freezing, or when you’re active.
For example, the MotionActive (windproof, for bicycles and scooters) and the CoreLight (lightweight and supple, also suitable as an inner glove).
Thick gloves: for severe frost
A thickly padded glove with premium insulation retains heat, even in severe frost. This means the heat from the heating elements stays in your hand for longer, and your battery uses its energy more efficiently.
For example, the ThermoMax, thickly lined and suitable for temperatures down to around -12 °C. The best choice for winter sports, when you’re standing still for long periods in the cold, or if you’re in a hurry cold hands have.
With HEATDRY, the heating elements are always on the inside
The location of the heating element makes a big difference. If it is close to the outside, some of the heat is lost directly to the cold air. Not every brand has this sorted out properly.
All our gloves come with heating elements always on the inside, as close to your hand as possible, with the insulation on the outside. That way, the warmth goes where you need it: to the back of your hand, your palm and your fingers.
Why the glove seems to get less warm
Your skin doesn’t measure temperature, but difference in temperature. That’s why lukewarm water feels hot when you’ve just come out of the snow.
The same thing happens with heated gloves:
- When putting on Your hands are cold. The contrast with the element is stark, and the heat feels intense – sometimes almost too hot.
- After a while Your hands have warmed up. The difference is less noticeable and the heat feels less intense. It seems as though the glove is getting colder, but that isn’t the case: the heating elements are still producing the same amount of heat.
So the fact that it doesn’t feel as hot is actually a good sign: your hands are warm. And that’s exactly what we’re aiming for.
Tips for keeping your hands warm whatever the temperature
- Switch them on before you go outside. That way, your hands will already be warm before the cold sets in.
- Start off at a high gear, then shift down. Start on the highest setting and turn it down once your hands are warm. This will make your battery last longer.
- Choose your gloves according to the temperature. Lightweight in mild cold, thickly lined in freezing conditions.
- Choose the right size. If it’s too tight, it restricts the blood flow; if it’s too loose, it lets cold air in.
- Keep them dry. Wet fabric is a poorer insulator.
Which glove is right for you?
Decide what you’ll mainly be using them for. We’ll recommend the best model straight away.
Thin and waterproof, you can still feel the handlebars properly and maintain a firm grip.
View MotionActive · €149.95Frequently asked questions
Does my battery run low when the glove feels less warm?
Usually not. After a while, your hands will have warmed up. The temperature difference with the heating element is then smaller, so the heat feels less intense. The heating elements are still giving off the same amount of heat.
Why does my battery last for a shorter time in freezing conditions?
In very cold weather, you’ll often need to set the temperature higher, and the battery will be slightly less efficient. Keep spare batteries in an inside pocket, close to your body.
Which gloves should I choose for sub-zero temperatures?
Choose a thickly padded glove with good insulation, such as the ThermoMax. Thin gloves are best suited to mild cold and active use.
Where are the heating elements located in the HEATDRY?
Always on the inside, close to your hand. The insulation is on the outside, so that the heat stays close to your hand and doesn’t escape into the cold air.
Which setting should I start with?
Start on the highest setting until your hands are warm, then switch to a lower setting. This will keep you warm and make your battery last longer.
Our mission: warm hands, even when it’s freezing
The outside temperature determines how much heat a glove loses; the insulation determines how much heat stays in your hand. You should therefore choose a glove that’s suitable for the temperatures in which you’ll be wearing it. And if it feels less warm after a while? Then it’s doing exactly what it’s supposed to do: keeping your hands warm.
Not sure which gloves are right for you? Take a look at all our heated gloves or read more about cold hands and Raynaud’s phenomenon.
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