Best Welding Gloves of 2023

As far as MIG welding gloves go, these Revco gloves are excellent. They are top-grain cowhide, have reinforced palms, thumb and index finger supports and seamless forefingers.

This is all designed to increase the user’s dexterity while wearing the gloves, giving them better control. It also includes drag patches for side padding and a padded wrist patch for resting. Plus, they have Kevlar stitching to increase flame and heat resistance.

They come in 5 sizes, ranging from small to XX-large, and they have a 5-inch cuff for added protection.

These gloves have universal usage thanks to their high-heat tolerance. They can withstand temperatures topping 500 degrees Celsius (932 degrees Fahrenheit). They have Kevlar stitching, which is fire-resistant and hard to snap, and beneath the cowhide is an air-isolated aluminum foil layer that protects against heat penetration.

The cowhide is 1.2mm thick, soft shoulder split cowhide, so it is extremely good at dealing with spatters and sparks, as well as protecting against electric shocks. The inside of the glove is lined with cotton, which is sweat-absorbent and breathable.

The cuff is extra-long, at 7.5 inches, which provides extra protection against slag from stick and MIG welding.

These RAPICCA gloves have Kevlar double-reinforced padding on the palms, fingers, elbows and the back of the hand. Like the previous gloves, these also benefit from a layer of air-isolated aluminum foil to increase the glove’s insulation qualities.

The Kevlar padding protects you against spatters of molten metal, and the extra-long cuffs keep your wrists and lower arms covered too. These gloves are not designed for long-term contact with flames and heat, but they do resist temperatures of 500 degrees Celsius.

The material is soft shoulder cowhide, which is heat and wear-resistant, and the inside is lined with cotton.

Lincoln Electric is a well-respected name in welding, so it is only fitting to include one of their welding gloves in the review. These gloves are constructed from the highest quality leather and have a soft cotton lining and Kevlar stitching.

The seams are reinforced with leather to avoid splitting and tearing, and the cuffs protect your wrists as well as absorbing moisture. This glove is favored by the professionals thanks to its multi-use applications. It is ideal for MIG, stick and flux-core welding.

Not only is this glove a great brand named product, but it is also excellent value for money.

Not all welders have big hands, so a glove with a “one size fits all” approach won’t work if you have smaller hands. This Black Stallion welding glove caters to those people. This is the first pigskin and cowhide combination of materials to appear on the list, making it the ideal glove for TIG, MIG and stick welding.

Like the Revco gloves, you also get a drag patch and a rest patch, including a fully lined and reinforced palm. The index finger and thumb are constructed of fine-grade pigskin to increase the dexterity of the wearer.

The construction quality of these gloves is very high. The cowhide provides heat and durability, as well as increased user dexterity. A ThermoCore foam insulated back panel gives extra heat resistance, and the cotton lining absorbs sweat and moisture to improve the wearer’s experience.

These gloves also feature a reinforced palm and welted seams to reduce fraying and tearing. The longer sleeve means these gloves are 23 inches in length, and you also get a reinforced thumb strap for better support and grip.

They are heavy, weighing in at 1.15 pounds, so you might suffer from hand fatigue after prolonged spells of use.

These Tillman gloves are constructed from goatskin, so they are hard-wearing and soft to the touch. They also offer the wearer a higher level of dexterity, making them perfect for TIG welding. TIG is notoriously tricky to master, and controlling the filler, the gun and the pedal all require a welding glove that gives you the freedom to do it.

These gloves have a glide patch to ease the movement when dragging a welding gun, and the reinforced thumb strap adds to the grip and improves key stress areas. It has a straight thumb for better gun control, and the Kevlar stitching adds to the durability.

These gloves are high quality, constructed from cow leather, which is fire retardant. The inside of the glove is made of cotton, increasing the wearer’s comfort and these gloves also resist cuts and punctures.

They are also double-stitched with Kevlar thread, and the palm is cushioned for comfort and increased grip. These gloves are ideal for industrial, heavy-duty tasks and the perfect choice when you are stick and MIG welding, especially as they have an elongated sleeve to protect your skin against spatters and sparks.

They are also moderately resistant to oil and grease, and thanks to the handy hooks, they hang up easily at the end of the project.

If you have a limited budget but still want a quality pair of welding gloves, these DEKO gloves might be ideal. Even though the pricing is competitive, you still get top quality leather, a cotton liner that helps to absorb sweat and keep your hands dry, and reinforced stress positions for a comfortable grip.

The leather is heat resistant to protect you from spatter and sparks, and the 14-inch long design protects your wrists and lower arms from injury. The glove is designed with a gun cut palm for added grip and comfort, and the leather reinforced seams guard against fraying and tearing.

You can’t argue with the reputation that DeWALT has in the commercial world, so to include them as the best premium glove winner is only fitting. A-grade buffalo leather palms give excellent grip, abrasion resistance and enhanced user dexterity.

The elongated sleeves add protection to the forearms and wrists, and the elasticated cuffs stop any rogue sparks from getting inside. The entire glove is Kevlar stitched for increased fire resistance, and the reinforced wear points like the thumb, palm and finger caps increase the glove’s longevity.