View Affiliate Playlist on the source website<\/a><\/p>\n Looking for more garden gear? Consider our reviews of the best wellington boots<\/a>, best mini chainsaws<\/a> and the best garden kneelers<\/a>. If your gardening equipment needs a refresh, consider our test of the best lawn mowers<\/a> and if it just needs a clean, why not try our expert review of the best pressure washers<\/a>?<\/p>\n Follow our tips to find the right gardening gloves for you<\/p>\n View Green Video on the source website<\/a><\/p>\n The BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine<\/em> team tested a range of gloves, using them through the year in different gardens and situations to see how they fared. Each pair of gloves in our review has a detailed list of pros and cons and has been rated according to comfort and fit, materials, durability and value for money. Every pair of gloves in our round up below has scored a minimum of three out of five stars, so you can buy with confidence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Jump to: <\/strong><\/p>\n In every review, we award the outstanding products our coveted Best Buy<\/a> award. To see these and the others we recommend, browse our pick of the best gardening gloves below:<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a34.99 for one pair; \u00a37.99 for two pairs<\/p>\n Our rating:<\/strong> 4 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n View Gallery on the source website<\/a><\/p>\n Pros<\/p>\n Cons<\/p>\n These gloves are made for rough winter work, such as weeding in wet conditions, clearing debris and general gardening work. They\u2019re sturdily made with an elasticated cuff and latex waterproofing covering much of the hand, including the entire palm and up to the knuckles on the back of the hand. They\u2019re also washable, ideal for a winter work glove, come with a one-year guarantee, and are very affordable, leading to them being selected as a Best Buy for value.<\/p>\n The different colours correspond to different sizes, which makes it easier to tell your gloves and your partner\u2019s gloves apart. However, the thicker latex, while offering sturdiness and excellent waterproofing, does diminish tactility, and the lack of a brushed lining could make them uncomfortable on a very cold day.<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a310.49<\/p>\n Our rating:<\/strong> 4.8 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n View Gallery on the source website<\/a><\/p>\n Pros<\/p>\n Cons<\/p>\n These gloves feature double-engineered nitrile coatings that cover the entire hand and are designed to prevent water, oils and other liquids penetrating the glove. The acrylic terry liner offers insulation but it\u2019s also fixed and remains in in place when removing the hand. They\u2019re also seamless for maximum comfort and the sturdy construction ensures they will withstand a degree of abrasion and tearing.<\/p>\n The nitrile foam palm coating provides long-lasting grip performance in wet conditions, with the wrist cuff keeping the glove securely in place.<\/p>\n These gloves replicate the natural curvature of the human hand, thus reducing hand fatigue and boosting flexibility. They are sturdy and comfortable to wear but feel flexible, warm and offer excellent grip in wet conditions, and its this performance in such conditions that led to us awarding them a Best Buy for waterproofing.<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a312.00<\/p>\n Our rating:<\/strong> 4.8 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from Amazon<\/a> and Niwaki<\/a><\/p>\n undefined<\/a><\/p>\n Pros<\/p>\n Cons<\/p>\n These gloves are a great, snug fit and very easy to get on and off, thanks to their well-fitting elasticated cuff. Made from latex, acrylic and polyester, they mould well to the hand, and although the bright orange fleece lining makes them a little bulky, they\u2019re still soft and flexible and offer a good amount of dexterity. They\u2019re ideal for a wide range of winter jobs, including finer weeding, and keep your hands really warm and dry. However, the cuffs are not waterproof, so avoid getting them wet as they take a while to dry. Otherwise, the gloves dry well, though, and keep their shape. They won’t completely protect you against thorns and brambles, but they don’t tear the latex.\u00a0 They\u2019re excellent value for money for the protection they give, and we awarded them a BBC Gardeners\u2019 World Magazine<\/em> Best Buy award for the best lightweight winter gloves. They\u2019re available in small, medium, large, and extra large sizes.<\/p>\n undefined<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a36.49<\/p>\n Our rating<\/strong>: 4.8 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from Amazon in men’s<\/a> and women’s<\/a> designs.<\/p>\n undefined<\/a><\/p>\n Pros:<\/p>\n Cons:<\/p>\n Awarded a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine<\/em> Best Buy for light work, our reviewers found the Clip Gloves Bamboo Fibre a good fit, easy to take on and off, comfortable and breathable. The gloves are washable and come with a carabiner to clip them onto your belt. They did snag occasionally, but they’re great for delicate work and all-day wear in spring and summer. Available in both men’s<\/a> and women’s<\/a> designs.<\/p>\n Read the full Clip Gloves Bamboo Fibre review<\/a>.<\/p>\n Latest Prices<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a322.95<\/p>\n Our rating:<\/strong> 4.5 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from Marshalls Garden <\/a><\/p>\n Pros<\/p>\n Cons<\/p>\n These good-looking gloves by Feverfew have been designed specifically to fit women\u2019s hands, and our female testers found them to be a good fit, once they\u2019d softened with a few wears. The elasticated neoprene cuff and Velcro strap make them a little tricky to get on and off, but they\u2019re snug once on, and the gloves are stretchy and flexible and ideal for all general gardening jobs, such as weeding, pruning and using tools.<\/p>\n They have reinforced fingers, so they\u2019re not for fine work like seed sowing, but they have a padded, microfibre palm and spandex and foam back, so they\u2019re comfortable and protective. They\u2019re not waterproof, particularly on the palms, although they do have water resistance and are best for spring and summer wear. They also have handy \u2018touch screen\u2019 forefingers and thumbs that work very well, so you can look things up or answer a call if you need to without having to take them off.<\/p>\n After use, the gloves can be wiped down or machine-washed at 30 degrees C or below, and there\u2019s a useful clip to secure them together and hang them up. Available in four sizes, XS-L and in a choice of green or plum, they also come in a protective cloth bag, which is a nice touch. They may not be the cheapest gardening gloves, but they\u2019re well-fitting, comfortable and durable. We gave them a BBC Gardener\u2019s World Magazine<\/em> Best Buy award for the best lightweight gloves for versatility.<\/p>\n Buy the Feverfew Garden Company gloves from Marshalls Garden<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a314.99<\/p>\n Our rating:<\/strong> 4.5 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from ManoMano<\/a><\/p>\n Pros:<\/p>\n Cons:<\/p>\n With an adjustable wrist strap, extra padding and a tailored fit, these gloves were awarded a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine<\/em> Best Buy for everyday use. They may not be waterproof but the gloves dry well, keeping their shape. Sizes range from small to large in both men’s <\/a>and women’s<\/a> styles.<\/p>\n Read the full Clip Gloves General Purpose review<\/a>.<\/p>\n undefined<\/a><\/p>\n Buy now from Treadstone<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a316.00<\/p>\n Our rating:<\/strong> 4.5 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from Amazon<\/a>, Sarah Raven <\/a><\/p>\n Pros:<\/p>\n Cons:<\/p>\n Awarded a BBC Gardeners\u2019 World Magazine Best Buy<\/em> award for grip, these well-designed gloves fit snugly to help with delicate jobs where good grip is required. While they don\u2019t feature an adjustable strap, the stretchy wrist cuff means they\u2019re easy to get on and off, and there\u2019s a helpful sizing guide on the website to ensure you choose the right pair. Comfortable to wear, they feature an elasticated, breathable polyester back and a soft suede-padded palm and thumb gusset, which offers extra protection if you\u2019re pruning and clearing borders. They feel well-made and sturdy, but while the material on the palm is water-resistant, moisture soaks through the back of the glove. That said, they dry quickly, and the suede palm stays soft. Though warm, they\u2019re not lined so won\u2019t keep out the chill of wintery weather, but they\u2019re a reliable, mid-priced option for everyday work. Available in a range of sizes.<\/p>\n Read the full Donkey Gloves review<\/a><\/p>\n undefined<\/a><\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a326.99<\/p>\n Our rating<\/strong>: 4.5 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from Crocus<\/a><\/p>\n View Gallery on the source website<\/a><\/p>\n Pros<\/p>\n Cons<\/p>\n These beautifully made gloves are designed for cold weather, with a warm Thinsulate lining as well as a waterproof and breathable waterproof membrane.<\/p>\n Made from soft leather with a fabric back for extra breathability, they also feature a reinforced palm and thumb for extra grip and longevity when using heavier tools.<\/p>\n With their soft lining and quality leather, these gloves are comfortable and pliable from the first wear, but they also mould to the shape of your hands as they wear in over time, and it\u2019s this that led to them being awarded a Best Buy for comfort.<\/p>\n The wrist cuff is rather short, however, with only a small section of elastic to hold the glove in place and no Velcro fastening, which does allow in draughts, especially when reaching.<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a318.99<\/p>\n Our rating<\/strong>: 4.8 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from Amazon <\/a><\/p>\n Pros<\/p>\n Cons<\/p>\n Winner of a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine<\/em> Best Buy for the best gloves for Summer use, these stylish gloves are immediately comfortable to wear. Made from non-padded leather with polyester backs that ensure breathability, your hands stay comfortable, even in very hot weather. They’re well made, with reinforcement on the wear points at the palms and fingers, and elasticated wrists ensure a close, comfortable fit to keep out debris. They give good grip and usability for a wide range of tasks, such as weeding, planting and pruning, but the reinforced fingers make them unsuitable for jobs needing fine dexterity, like handling seedlings. There\u2019s a small loop on the wrists for easy hanging and storage, and the gloves come in small, medium and large sizes. A donation to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is made from the sale of these gloves.<\/p>\n undefined<\/a><\/p>\n Read the full Spear and Jackson Kew Gardens Collection high performance gloves review<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n RRP:<\/strong> \u00a318.49<\/p>\n Our rating:<\/strong> 4.8 out of 5<\/p>\n Available from ManoMano<\/a><\/p>\n Pros:<\/p>\n Cons:<\/p>\n These gloves mould to the hand to provide good dexterity and an excellent fit, and our experts praised their well-thought-out materials. They’re comfortable and durable but not bulky. There’s a carabiner to clip gloves to a belt and padding on the palms for extra protection. Awarded a\u00a0BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine<\/em>\u00a0Best Buy for heavy-duty work, they come in both\u00a0men’s<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0women’s<\/a> sizes and designs.<\/p>\n Read the full Clip Gloves Shock Absorber review<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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