The short answer: which heated socks should you buy?
- Simple and good value for everyday use: the rechargeable heated socks in black, with a button on the sock and 6 to 8 hours on low.
- Control each foot separately, with a timer: the heated socks with app.
- Heat under the whole forefoot plus padding: the heated socks with battery and padding.
- Longest run time and no fiddly plugs: the heated ski socks with app and magnetic charger, up to around 13 hours on low.
- Browse every model: our heated socks collection.
Heated socks comparison table
Based on manufacturer specifications. Competitor prices as of November 2026.
| Model | Brand | Price | Heated area | Max temp | Battery and run time | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rechargeable Heated Socks Black | Savior Heat, sold by Gløde | €109.99 | Toes and forefoot | not stated | 2 x 7.4V 2200 mAh; high approx. 2 to 3 h, medium 4 to 5 h, low 6 to 8 h | 3 settings, button, knee high, CoolMax blend, 2-year warranty |
| Heated Socks with App Black | Savior Heat, sold by Gløde | €129.99 | Toes and forefoot | not stated | 2 x 7.4V 2200 mAh; high approx. 2 to 3 h | App and button, each sock separately, timer up to 3 h, 2-year warranty |
| Heated Socks with Battery and Padding | Savior Heat, sold by Gløde | €109.99 | Toes, sole, instep | approx. 65 °C | Batteries in side pockets, USB charging | Warm in approx. 10 seconds, padding, arch support, 2-year warranty |
| Heated Ski Socks with App and Magnetic Charger | Savior Heat, sold by Gløde | €219.99 | Sole, toes, instep | not stated | 2 x 2200 mAh; low up to approx. 13 h | App, magnetic charging, 2-year warranty |
| Socks Elite Long Edition | Bertschat | €129.95 to €149.95 | Forefoot, outer side | up to 65 °C | 3000 mAh: 3 to 10 h | Machine wash 30 °C |
| Tahoe Heated Socks 4.0 | Ororo | €129.99 | Sole and instep/forefoot | not stated | 2 x 4800 mAh: up to 10 h | Machine wash cold, no returns or exchanges, 1-year warranty |
| Heat Sock 5.1 Toe Cap Slim Fit | Lenz | €89.95 (battery not included) | Toes | not stated | Up to 20 to 23 h on level 1 with rcB 2000 | Machine wash 30 °C |
| PowerSocks Set Heat Multi | Therm-ic | €175.90 (sold out) | Whole foot | not stated | Up to 8 h | Bluetooth batteries, washable up to 30 °C |
What to look for when buying heated socks
1. Where the heat goes
For most people the toes go cold first, and every Gløde sock heats the toes. If you also want warmth under the sole and over the instep, choose the padded socks or the magnetic charger ski socks.
2. Battery life
A wet cycle commute only needs a couple of hours. A full day on a building site, at the football or on a winter walk needs more. The magnetic charger socks reach about 13 hours on low. Read more on how long the battery in heated clothing lasts.
3. Button or app
A button on the sock always works, even without your phone. An app lets you control each foot separately, set a timer and check the battery. See more models in heated socks and clothing with app.
4. Fit inside your boots
In wellies, safety boots or walking boots you do not want pressure points. Check the padding, arch support and where the battery sits.
5. Battery included and returns
Lenz sells socks without a battery, and Ororo's Tahoe socks are excluded from returns. At Gløde the batteries are included and you can try them for 30 days.
The heated socks reviewed
Gløde: rechargeable heated socks, black
The entry model, and our first pick if you simply want warm toes. Heat sits at the toes and forefoot, you choose from 3 settings with the button, and the battery slips into a pocket at the top of the sock. The knee-high sock is made from a breathable CoolMax blend. On low you get 6 to 8 hours. Downside: no app and no heat at the heel.
Gløde: heated socks with app, black
The same base with the free Savior Heat app over Bluetooth. Control both socks together or each one separately, set a timer of up to 3 hours and see the battery level. The button still works when your phone is flat.
Gløde: heated socks with battery and padding
These heat the toes, sole and instep and are warm within around 10 seconds. The three settings sit at approximately 65, 55 and 40 °C, and after 5 minutes the sock automatically drops to medium. Padding at the Achilles and ankles, a reinforced heel and toe and arch support make them comfortable in winter and walking boots. The button also shows remaining battery.
Gløde: heated ski socks with app and magnetic charger
The most expensive option, but the longest lasting: up to about 13 hours on the lowest setting with two 2200 mAh batteries. The magnetic cable clicks on by itself, so no fiddling with tiny plugs in cold fingers. Heat under the sole, at the toes and over the instep, controlled by app. Despite the name, also made for winter walking, cycling, fishing and camping.
Bertschat Socks Elite Long Edition
Pros: up to 65 °C, a large forefoot element and a choice of batteries (3 to 14 hours depending on the battery), machine washable at 30 °C. Cons: the promotional price changes, so check what you are paying.
Ororo Tahoe Heated Socks 4.0
Pros: two zones (sole and instep), large 4800 mAh batteries, machine washable. Cons: according to the product page, no returns or exchanges, and a 1-year warranty on elements and battery. The stated run time is inconsistent on the page.
Lenz Heat Sock 5.1 Toe Cap Slim Fit
Pros: very long run time on level 1 with the largest Lenz battery. Cons: €89.95 without a battery, which costs €179.95 to €219.95 separately (price as of November 2026). Only the toes are heated.
Therm-ic PowerSocks Set Heat Multi
Pros: heats the whole foot, Bluetooth batteries. Cons: sold out in November 2026, up to 8 hours run time.
Who are heated socks for?
- Cycle commuters facing wet, windy mornings.
- Tradespeople and outdoor workers standing on cold concrete all day.
- Football fans in an open stand and parents on the touchline.
- Dog walkers, anglers and birdwatchers out in damp winter weather.
- Anyone with permanently cold feet who simply finds warmth comfortable.
Heading to the slopes? Read our guide to the best heated ski socks or browse the heated ski socks collection. For children, see the best heated ski socks for kids, and for cosy evenings at home, the best heated slippers.
Frequently asked questions
Will heated socks fit in my wellies or safety boots?
They are thin enough for most footwear. Check where the battery sits, at the top of the sock or in a side pocket, so nothing presses inside the boot.
Can heated socks be washed?
Yes. Remove the batteries first and follow the care label.
How quickly do they warm up?
According to the specifications, the padded socks are warm within about 10 seconds.
Are heated socks safe?
Gløde clothing is CE certified and protected against overheating.
What if they do not suit me?
You can try them for 30 days with a money-back guarantee, and you get a 2-year warranty.
Conclusion
If you just want warm toes, choose the rechargeable heated socks. For more control, go for the app version. For the most warmth under the forefoot, the padded socks are the best buy, and for the longest run time, the magnetic charger ski socks. Delivery takes 1 to 3 days and customers rate Gløde 4.8 on Trustpilot (237 reviews). See every model in our heated socks collection.
Updated November 2026.
