Best heated gilet to keep warm

Whether you're jogging, working outdoors or looking for a useful gift for a loved one, the HEWINZE Fleece Heated Gilet ticks all the boxes. There are four heat zones, one in the neck, two heat panels in the front waist area, and a heat panel in the back. The gilet is equipped with two USB ports, which can be used for heating the vest and for charging mobile phones. Also, it comes with a 5V rechargeable battery. It's an elegant design, as the power button is an inconspicuous badge on the chest. Long press to switch on, and keep pressing for your desired power level. The temperature ranges from Low (40°C), Medium (45°C), and High (50°C).

Customer review: "Purchased for work, with full battery lasted an eight hour shift on low which met my expectation.
Used on medium temperature for dog walking … toasty."

With a toasty maximum temperature of 65°C, this bestselling Bioscen Heated Vest is designed for extreme outdoor weather. The hood has heating panels to warm both sides of the head, in addition to neck, back and front abdominal heating. It's practical with two chest and side pockets, two internal pockets, a high quality waterproof zip, and two hemline drawstrings. A concealed button on the inside of the electric body warmer controls the temperature. Choose from Red (65°C), Orange (55°C), and Blue (45°C). To turn on/off long press on the button and short press to switch temperature setting. Also, this gilet comes with a waterproof storage bag, so it's ideal for outdoor sports. Do bear in mind that it does not include a power bank, but a 5V 2A charger for mobile devices will work fine.

Customer review: "Excellent product. Looks and fits well. You will need to buy the extra £19.99 battery power pack. But overall great purchase."

Without a doubt, the LABEWVI Heated Vest packs a punch with the power bank that is included with this gilet. The lightweight power bank (300g) boasts 7.4V output. With a battery life of up to 13 hours and a maximum temperature of 65°C, this heated vest is robust enough for extreme cold when layered with other protective outdoor gear. It features a windproof and rainproof DWR coating and premium insulation. Three heating levels are denoted by colour. High is red (65°C), Medium is blue (55°C) and Low is green (45°C). Whilst we're not all going mountaineering, this is a great option for those who are living life to the extreme.

Customer review: "Present for fiancé. He absolutely loves it. Keeps him toasty working outside all day. If fully charged and on medium heat, the battery lasts two days."

Loose-fitting and praised for accurate sizing, the FERNIDA Heating Vest is cosy without being restrictive. Three heat levels that are indicated by red, white and blue lights. Temperature is controlled by a single power button on the breast. Low mode is 40–45°C, Medium is 45–50°C, High is 50–55°C. The power bank sits securely in an inside pocket and it has a universal USB charging port, so it's convenient to recharge it anywhere. Do note that a battery is not included with this gilet, but a standard power bank for phone charging will suffice. Additionally, a laundry bag is included to protect the garment in the washing machine; alternatively it can be hand washed.

Customer review: "Got this for my father's birthday present, he has had it on since opening it, best thing I have ever got him 🤩. Please remember to buy power packs as they do not come with them. I had a spare phone power pack which is no different to the power packs and cheaper. This jacket is a 10/10."

For outdoor pursuits, the Rrtizan Heated Vest for Men and Women is a great option. It's layered construction consists of waterproof fabric, polyester stuffing, a heating sheet, and soft fuzzy lining. It has nine heat zones, a hood, and it's elasticated to prevent cold getting inside the vest. Three heat levels are indicated by coloured lights. High is red (50–55°C), Medium is white (40–45°C), and Low is blue (30–35°C). Depending on the temperature setting the heated vest can stay warm from 3–10 hours. Also, this all-weather heated gilet comes with a power bank that has a USB Type-C port so it can be used to change mobile devices too.

Customer review: "My son works outside in quite open spaces putting up fencing, shelters for animals and chopping wood etc. so he is open to the elements. This heated jacket is perfect for him. The temperature is controlled by him so he can adjust it to best suit the weather and type of work he is doing. It will be very appreciated in the cold winter months."

Whilst the PROSmart Heated Vest could be layered underneath a weatherproof jacket for outdoor activities, with its cosy fleecy material and heat zones on the upper back and lower back, it's a no-fuss heated gilet that applies heat to relieve muscle and back pain. Three heating levels are controlled by a single power button on the breast. The temperature range is 40–60°C and High, Medium and Low are indicated by red, white and blue. It requires a 5V / 2.1A USB port power bank, which can also charge mobile devices.

Customer review: "I gave this to my husband as a Christmas present, it’s brilliant, he is thrilled with it. Great for golf and walking, it's a nice texture and not too thick. Best worn under a light jacket or jumper. The battery lasts about 4–5 hours on high. It does come up on the small side as mentioned in other reviews, I ordered a size larger than usual which was perfect."

The Loowoko Heated Gilet stands out for its attention to the neck area. Goodness knows it's a blessed relief to ditch heavy winter scarves, and this heated vest offers that solution. It features a stand up collar and lid for the zip, that prevents it from grazing your chin. The outer fabric is windproof, waterproof and tear-resistant. The gilet is padded with 100% pure cotton for insulation. The elasticated sides, cinchable hem – plus zipped pockets – keep the heated vest snug and close-fitting. Three temperature levels are indicated by lights. Red is 55°C, Orange is 45°C, and Blue is 39°C. The four heating zones are the neck, back, left abdomen and right abdomen. Additionally, the battery pack has two USB ports, so you could charge a phone off it too.

Customer review: "Very pleased with the heated vest, great heat in all settings. I really do like the heat around the neck, looking for a second battery so I can keep the heat on the vest longer, the quality is good and I went for large and fit spot on."

For 360° heat, the Bseical Heated Vest is a top choice. It has nine heating zones, to warm all of your back, waist and stomach. With a stand-up collar, and close-fitting, cotton-padded body, this heated gilet provides ample heat with great all-round distribution. While it's not geared up for extreme outdoor sports, it can provide extra body heat with three temperature settings that range from High (45–50°C), Moderate (40–35°C) and Low (30–25°C).

Customer review: "It contains a total of nine heating zones (collar, back and belly). It has an internal zipper pocket for safer storage of the power bank. It has two external zipper pockets too. It also has a reflective-thermal inner lining. So, it heated up pretty much instantly. It has two colour choices either blue or black. My size was accurate."

The Rikay Outerwear Heated Gilet is ideal for winter leisure clothing, and it comes in a lovely range of colours and sizes. A power bank will need to be purchased separately, but otherwise it offers the usual functionality, with three temperature modes: Warm gear (45°C), Comfort gear (35°C), and Energy saving gear (25°C). It's recommended to buy one size up from your usual, as sizing is small.

Customer review: "Received lots of compliments, does exactly what it says warms up well with battery pack (need to buy battery pack separately)."

Get style and practicality with the ORORO Women's Heated Vest. This is the only gilet in our guide to use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. But it still provides a level of warmth on par with the rest. With four carbon fibre heating panels this heated vest keeps your core warm, whether you're on the commute or having a leisurely walk in the woods. It's made from Polyester, with a skin-friendly lining. Three heat settings are colour-coded. High is indicated by a red LED (55°C), Medium is a white LED (45°C), and Low is a blue LED (38°C).

Customer review: "… having considered the cheaper ones, I opted for an expensive one. This has been well worth it. It is very well made, easy to use, the zip works well, and the battery pocket is in a sensible place. I can really recommend this and am not dreading winter quite so much. I chose a gilet rather than a jacket, so I can wear it around the house."