Best Winter Gloves UK (2026)
Winter gloves range from thin touchscreen-friendly liners to heavily insulated mountaineering mitts, and the right choice depends on how cold it gets and how much dexterity you need. This guide compares gloves tested by Outdoors Magic, from everyday value picks to technical winter kit.
We have not hands-on tested these products. Our picks are based on published independent tests and reviews, listed at the bottom of this page. How we pick.
Our top pick
Simond MT500 Stretch Gloves
Best value / everyday
Outdoors Magic's best-value pick. It is touchscreen compatible, breathable and versatile for everyday cold, though it has limited warmth for harsher conditions.
- Great value
- Versatile
- Excellent dexterity
Quick comparison
| Product | Best for | Key spec | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simond MT500 Stretch Gloves | Best value / everyday | Touchscreen compatible, 77% recycled polyester, 50g | Check price |
| Arc'teryx Venta Gloves | Best everyday all-rounder | Touchscreen compatible, Gore-Tex Infinium, 63g | Check price |
| 66°North Snaefell Gore-Tex Infinium | Best for winter running | Touchscreen compatible, 120g | Check price |
| Mammut Astro Gloves | Best all-rounder | Touchscreen compatible, Gore-Tex Windstopper, 64g | Check price |
| Sealskinz Walcott Fusion Control Insulated | Best for wet weather | Waterproof, Primaloft and merino wool | Check price |
| Extremities Torres Peak Gloves | Best for extreme cold | Primaloft Gold Eco, very high warmth | Check price |
| Black Diamond Mercury Mitts | Best mitts for extreme warmth | Removable liner, very high warmth | Check price |
| Hestra Fall Line 5 Finger | Best for skiing and snowboarding | Leather, removable liner, very high warmth | Check price |
Our picks in detail
Best value / everyday
Simond MT500 Stretch Gloves
Outdoors Magic's best-value pick. It is touchscreen compatible, breathable and versatile for everyday cold, though it has limited warmth for harsher conditions.
- Materials
- 77% recycled polyester, reinforced palms and fingertips
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Warmth
- Moderate
- Weight
- About 50g
Pros
- Great value
- Versatile
- Excellent dexterity
- Breathable
Cons
- Not for technical use
- Limited warmth
Best everyday all-rounder
Arc'teryx Venta Gloves
A lightweight, windproof and breathable glove with touchscreen fingers, well suited to everyday use rather than extreme cold.
- Materials
- Gore-Tex Infinium softshell, fleece lining, TPU reinforcements
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Warmth
- Moderate
- Weight
- About 63g
Pros
- Windproof
- Lightweight
- Breathable
- Versatile
Cons
- Not ideal for extreme cold
- Expensive for the features offered
Best for winter running
66°North Snaefell Gore-Tex Infinium
A comfortable, water-resistant softshell glove that Outdoors Magic rates for winter running, at the cost of limited warmth in extreme cold.
- Materials
- Gore-Tex Infinium softshell
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Warmth
- Moderate
- Weight
- About 120g
Pros
- Very comfortable
- Water-resistant
- Lightweight and packable
- Breathable
Cons
- Expensive
- Limited warmth for extreme cold
Best all-rounder
Mammut Astro Gloves
A versatile glove with good wind and cold protection, suitable for both fast hiking and daily wear, though it is not the warmest option here.
- Materials
- Gore-Tex Windstopper, synthetic leather, recycled nylon cuff
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Warmth
- Moderate
- Weight
- About 64g
Pros
- Good wind and cold protection
- Suitable for fast hiking
- Capable for everyday use
Cons
- Not the warmest option
- Moderate abrasion resistance
Best for wet weather
Sealskinz Walcott Fusion Control Insulated
A well-insulated, genuinely waterproof glove with good dexterity, though it can feel clammy and is not machine washable.
- Materials
- Polyester outer, leather palm, Primaloft Gold Bio insulation, 84% merino wool inner
- Touchscreen
- No
- Warmth
- Moderate-high
Pros
- Excellent waterproofing
- Good dexterity
- Tough fabric
Cons
- Can feel clammy
- Not suited to fast-paced activity
- Not machine washable
Best for extreme cold
Extremities Torres Peak Gloves
A heavily insulated, durable glove built for extreme weather. Outdoors Magic rates it highly, though it may be too warm for milder days.
- Materials
- Primaloft Gold Eco insulation, polyester outer and inner, PU palm reinforcement
- Touchscreen
- No
- Warmth
- Very high
- Weight
- About 133g
Pros
- Luxurious fleece lining
- Tough, durable exterior
- Sustainability features
Cons
- May be too warm for milder use
Best mitts for extreme warmth
Black Diamond Mercury Mitts
An ultra-warm mitt with a removable liner for versatility and strong cuff protection, at the cost of dexterity and weight.
- Materials
- Primaloft and fleece liner, waterproof shell, leather reinforcement, recycled shell fabric
- Touchscreen
- No
- Warmth
- Very high
- Weight
- About 268g
Pros
- Ultra-warm
- Versatile removable liner
- Excellent cuff protection
Cons
- Limited finger dexterity
- Bulky
Best for skiing and snowboarding
Hestra Fall Line 5 Finger
A highly warm and windproof ski glove with excellent grip and a removable liner, though it uses leather and is expensive.
- Materials
- Impregnated cowhide, Bemberg fleece inner, G-Loft foam insulation
- Touchscreen
- No
- Warmth
- Very high
- Weight
- About 210g (size dependent)
Pros
- Highly warm and windproof
- Excellent grip
- Removable liner
Cons
- Uses leather
- Expensive
Buying guide
How warm a glove do I actually need?
For everyday UK winter weather, a moderate-warmth touchscreen glove such as the Simond, Arc'teryx or Mammut options is usually enough. Save the heavily insulated mountaineering gloves and mitts for genuinely cold, high-altitude or long-exposure conditions.
Are touchscreen gloves worth it?
If you need to use your phone without removing a glove, yes. Thinner gloves and those with a conductive patch on the fingertip tend to give better touch accuracy, but touchscreen fabric can add cost and slightly reduce warmth.
Gloves or mitts?
Gloves give more dexterity for zips, straps and phones. Mitts keep fingers together, which traps more heat, so they suit very cold or static conditions better than gloves of similar insulation.
How do I keep winter gloves waterproof?
Look for a genuine waterproof membrane, such as Gore-Tex, rather than just a water-resistant coating, if you expect rain or wet snow. Reproofing sprays can restore water resistance on gloves that have lost it over time.
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