The 9 Best Running Gloves of 2023, Tested and Reviewed

First off, these running gloves from TrailHeads have a great fit. They’re also quite stretchy, so getting them on and off is no sweat. Speaking of sweat, these are made with moisture-wicking fabric that does a great job of keeping our hands dry and comfy. The convertible design transforms into fingerless gloves for easy phone access. There’s a small pouch at the back where you can tuck the top part so it doesn’t flap around while running. That, plus the subtle yet functional reflective stripe on the back, are small yet well-thought-out design touches that we really appreciate. 

Now, if you wear a watch, know that the extended cuff makes checking your watch mid-run a bit tricky. However, the gloves cuff easily for easier watch access.

Sizes: Small/Medium, Medium/Large | Colors: Black } Material: 52% Polyester, 31% Nylon, 17% Lycra | Tech-Friendly: Yes

Price at time of publish: $38

Best Budget Running Gloves

Ozero Winter Thermal Gloves

If you want a cheap pair of running gloves that will do the job, the Ozero Winter Thermal Gloves will do the trick. Despite being somewhat loose fitting, they did well in keeping the cold air out while keeping our hands warm and comfy. We weren’t really expecting quality since these were so affordable, but we were pleasantly surprised at how sturdy and durable they were, even after multiple washes. The design is simple and sleek, only coming in one color: black. These have a good fit, although we felt that the fingers were a bit loose but not enough to be uncomfortable. Additionally, the pointer and thumb tips are touchscreen-compatible, which is always appreciated.

Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large | Colors: Black | Material: Polyester, TPU, Fleece | Tech-Friendly: Yes

Price at time of publish: $16.96

Best Touchscreen-Friendly

The North Face Women’s Etip Recycled Gloves

These North Face gloves are the best touchscreen gloves for one reason: ALL tips are touchscreen-compatible (unlike other gloves on the market)! They also have a close, comfortable fit — kind of like a second skin. We definitely love the warm and cozy feel of the stretchy inner fleece lining. We also love how stylish and high-quality the polyester outer skin looks despite being made of recycled materials. 

Our hands didn’t feel cold with these gloves, but we did feel they got a bit sweaty after 10-15 minutes of running. However, it wasn’t too bad. One thing we didn’t like about these is that they’re spot-clean only. Thankfully, we haven’t noticed any funky smells, and they still look as good as when they arrived.

Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL | Colors: Black, Medium Grey Heather, Dark Sage, Boysenberry, Dusty Periwinkle | Material: 93% recycled polyester, 7% elastane double-knit fleece | Tech-Friendly: Yes

Price at time of publish: $45

Best for Extreme Cold

The North Face Ventrix Convertible Gloves

For winter running gloves designed for extreme cold, these running gloves are lightweight and breathable. We expected them to be a bit heavy and hot, but we were surprised at how pleasantly breathable and dry they kept our hands. These gloves also have a great fit, although one of our editors noted tightness around the fingers, so we recommend sizing up. It has a stylish convertible design that easily transforms from full-hand gloves to mittens. Although, don’t expect to use your phone much with these on since the tips aren’t touchscreen-friendly.

Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL | Colors: Black | Material: Polyester, nylon, fleece | Tech-Friendly: No

Price at time of publish: $65

Best for Layering

Smartwool Unisex Liner Glove

The Smartwool Unisex Liner Gloves aren’t as stylish as the others on this list, but they make up for it in a lot of ways. Let’s start with the fit: not too loose, not too tight — just right. They kept our hands fairly warm and dry, although they started feeling chilly once the temps dropped below 25 degrees, which is probably a good sign you need to layer up. These have a lightweight, compact design made from a blend of Merino wool and recycled polyester that feels like a small step up from the usual poly-acrylic gloves feel. However, unlike other poly-acrylic gloves you can buy in bulk, the Smartwool’s touchscreen-compatible index and thumb tips work really well.

Sizes: XS, S, M, L | Colors: Pecan Brown Heather, Black, Deep Navy, Light Gray Heather | Material: Polyester, Merino wool, Elastodiene, Elastane | Tech-Friendly: Yes

Price at time of publish: $24

Best Moisture-Wicking

Seirus SoundTouch GORE-TEX Infinium All Weather Glove

From the fingers to the wrist, these Seirus SoundTouch gloves have a really snug fit, so you don’t have to worry about cold air getting in. However, if you like having more room for your fingers to bend, we recommend you size up. In action, the SoundTouch gloves kept our hands warm and dry throughout the testing period, withstanding cold wind blows occasionally. And when we started to sweat, our hands didn’t get sweaty, and neither did the gloves, so it’s safe to say its moisture-wicking property gets an A+. Lastly, the index, palm, and thumb areas are touchscreen-compatible. We just wish the price tag was a bit lower since they’re on the pricier side.

Sizes: S, M, L, XL | Colors: Black | Material: Nylon, polyester, polyurethane, spandex, neoprene | Tech-Friendly: Yes

Price at time of publish: $64.95

Best Reflective

Nathan HyperNight Reflective Running Gloves

The Nathan HyperNight Reflective Running Gloves may be better suited for fall than winter. Despite being lightweight, the fleece lining inside ensures your hands are warm and comfortable throughout the run. However, we did notice our hands started to get a bit sweaty after 15-20 minutes of running, so its moisture-wicking capabilities aren’t much to write about.

Looks-wise, the highly reflective design looks great, available in two colors: a more subtle black and an in-your-face neon yellow. Also, the touchscreen-friendly index and thumb tips work really well, and we had no issues pulling out our phones for mid-run selfies.

Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL | Colors: Black/Geo Print, Hi-Vis Yellow/Geo Print | Material: 85% Polyester, 15% Spandex Lycra fabric | Tech-Friendly: Yes

Price at time of publish: $30

Best Knit Running Gloves

Tracksmith Inverno Gloves

Coming from a high-quality brand like Tracksmith, it’s no surprise that the Inverno gloves are comfortable. Like really comfortable. These are made with a special knit blend of micro-nylon and elastane, which felt fairly warm and moisture-wicking despite being really lightweight. The material is also very durable and held up pretty well through regular use and multiple washes. In terms of fit, they have a snug, stretchy fit that doesn’t feel constricting. Finally, like most gloves, these also have touchscreen-capable index and thumb tips for easy phone access. 

Overall, these are great lightweight knit gloves for running on cool days, but don’t expect them to be that warm when the temps drop. Also, we wish they had a clip that secures them together when not in use, like most gloves have.

Sizes: S/M, L/XL | Colors: Black, Gray, Lagoon/Navy, Gold/Navy, Gravel/Tamarind | Material: 80% Polyester, 20% Elastane | Tech-Friendly: Yes

Price at time of publish: $32