For an affordable, durable, and easy-to-use option, it’s hard to beat the Go Warmer Cordless Rechargeable Hand Heater with Flashlight. Not only does it contain two hand warmers—one for each hand—but it also offers three different temperature settings, making it easily adaptable to your needs. I used my portable hand warmer when I went to a Notre Dame game recently,” says Bring. “It was cold—probably about 7 degrees outside and even colder with the wind chill. But my hands stayed warm even though I was out there for more than eight hours. Hand warmers also can prevent cold injuries when you are going to be in extreme conditions for an extended period of time.” I love the hand warmers from Ocoopa for many reasons,” says Lynn Wunderman, who not only has Raynaud’s but is also the founder and chairman of the Raynaud’s Association. “First, they are a reputable brand, so I trust their products to perform well and be safe. Also, they offer several different models that vary in size, shape, colors, features, weight, and more, so you can select the one (or ones) that are best suited to your needs.” and below: We don't recommend rechargeable hand warmers with this rating; you won't find any on our list. We Also Tested When buying rechargeable hand warmers, [you want to be sure] the delivery of consistent, reliable heat is equally dispersed through the hand and not arising from a single point,” says Rennier Alejandro Martinez, MD, a board-certified surgeon who specializes in vascular surgery at Baptist Health. “Also, ensure it is portable so that it is easy to carry around. The easier it is to carry, the more likely patients will use them as often as they need to.”

Arthritis pain can sometimes make it difficult to perform day-to-day activities, but the right hand warmer might be able to bring some relief and improve the function of your hands. In fact, Gupta indicates that the heat from hand warmers may be therapeutic for those with arthritis and other similar conditions. When it comes to running gilets, there’s a number of different options on the market. Here are some things to consider: If you are looking for hand warmers to help alleviate your arthritis symptoms, you may want to take a look at the SkyGenius Rechargeable Hand Warmer. This easy-to-use device has a single button, a long battery life, and three different temperature settings. And while it takes some time to charge and the heat can be inconsistent at times, these hand warmers are effective.We tested different rechargeable hand warmers through at-home testing, but only eight performed well enough to be included in our list of favorites. Our testers did have some positive comments about the following models but noted that they fell just short in a few key areas.

It is important to understand the specific warmer being used and the maximum temperature it reaches,” Martinez says. “Some patients with dysfunction in the nervous system, such as peripheral neuropathy, may not be able to accurately sense the heat from these devices and thus may be at risk of burns if this is coupled with poor blood flow as well. As a rule, however, [hand warmers] are safe and provide a good way to improve cold hands symptoms.”

Hand warmers can help alleviate these symptoms for people with Raynaud's. But even people who do not have arthritis or Raynaud’s may have a use for hand warmers. If you spend a great deal of time outdoors hiking, camping, or even attending sporting events, hand warmers can be a helpful addition to your gear and help prevent injuries from the cold, including frostbite.