There are many options available, but I’d like to keep it within a $20 budget. Are there any good hand warmers you can recommend within this price range?
I bought Ocoopa hand warmers for my wife. They’re all roughly the same across different brands. Ocoopa has a comfortable, loose fit that prevents moisture from breath from making the hood wet. For a non-electric option, there are reusable ones that you ‘reset’ in boiling water.
@Briar
I also use Ocoopa. They last long and can serve as a charger. I bought the new pro versions that have two pieces connecting with magnets so each hand has one.
@Briar
The reusable ones that you boil to reset work great for camping. I keep a few ready in my sleep system, great for a quick warm-up at night, then boil them while making breakfast.
Vann said:
@Briar
The reusable ones that you boil to reset work great for camping. I keep a few ready in my sleep system, great for a quick warm-up at night, then boil them while making breakfast.
They heat up really quickly, which is a huge plus.
@Briar
They’re good, but be careful because they can dent easily if dropped.
@Briar
I use chemical hand warmers. They don’t last as long as the Hot Hands packs but are sufficient for short walks in winter. They can accidentally activate if jostled too much in a pack.
Why not consider gloves or chemical hand warmers instead? Battery-powered items often break down quickly, and batteries don’t perform well in cold conditions.
Hunter said:
Why not consider gloves or chemical hand warmers instead? Battery-powered items often break down quickly, and batteries don’t perform well in cold conditions.
Be cautious with battery-powered devices. A guest at the ski resort where I work suffered burns due to an exploding battery in their heated socks.
@Luca
That’s precisely my concern.
Costco offers a variety of heated clothing, including gloves. However, you might need to stretch your budget a bit since $20 doesn’t go as far these days.
Some hand warmers can be unreliable, but Zippo makes durable ones. Check them out if you’re interested in a product that lasts.
Hollis said:
Some hand warmers can be unreliable, but Zippo makes durable ones. Check them out if you’re interested in a product that lasts.
I’ve seen them at Costco.
Hollis said:
Some hand warmers can be unreliable, but Zippo makes durable ones. Check them out if you’re interested in a product that lasts.
Zippo’s mechanism is safer compared to other battery-powered hand warmers that directly heat the battery.
@Zed
Exactly, it does the job without risking safety.
The Zippo hand warmer is excellent. It keeps warm for about 7 hours, and you just need to refill it with lighter fluid to reuse.
Consider using disposable heat packs like Hot Hands or Little Hotties. They’re affordable, stay warm for hours, and don’t require recharging or risk of electrical issues.
My wife uses a Uni gear hand warmer throughout the winter, and she loves it.
While it’s out of your stated budget, heated jackets or vests also come with built-in heated pockets which might be a worthy investment.
For camping in cold weather, I bring a box of disposable hand warmers. They heat up by shaking and can stay warm for up to 18 hours. They’re especially useful for warming up overnight or during extended outdoor activities.