HEATED VEST OR BODY WARMER
FROM 119,-
Quick answer: which heated vest or body warmer should you choose?
If you want a soft vest to wear as a regular piece of clothing, choose the Wøley fleece vest (unisex, five heating zones, up to 12 hours of warmth). Looking for a body warmer with separate men's and women's fits? Then the Høgge is the starting point: five zones, with the back and stomach controlled separately. If you want to wear the heating under your own jacket or workwear, choose the light universal vest by Glovii.
When do you choose a heated vest or body warmer?
You choose a heated vest or heated body warmer when you sit or stand still in the cold for longer periods: in a cold warehouse or workshop, in the stands, while fishing or on a terrace. By warming your core, your body needs less effort to stay at temperature, so your hands and feet feel cold less quickly too. A body warmer leaves your arms free; a sleeveless vest does the same with slightly more coverage.
What should you look for when choosing?
Vest or body warmer
The terms are used interchangeably; both warm your torso and leave your arms free. The Wøley fleece vest wears like a regular piece of clothing, with a chest pocket for your phone. The Høgge body warmer has a classic quilted cut with separate men's and women's fits.
Heating zones and controls
The Wøley and Høgge have five zones: two on the stomach, two on the back and one in the neck. You switch the zones on or off at the press of a button; on the Høgge you control the back and stomach separately, via the button on the side pocket. The universal Glovii vest has two 9-watt heating elements (back and chest) and reaches a maximum setting of 44 degrees Celsius.
Running time and power bank
The running time depends on the setting and the power bank: 3 to 6 hours on a 10,000 mAh power bank, 6 to 12 hours on 20,000 mAh.
Under or over your clothing
If you wear the vest under your own jacket or workwear, choose the compact Glovii model; we tested it ourselves while skating at the ice rink and you hardly notice you are wearing it. As an outer or middle layer, the Wøley and Høgge are the most comfortable.
Complete the set: combine your vest with heated gloves or heated socks for the spots that cool down first.
Tips for using a heated vest
- Put the vest on before you get cold: staying warm uses less battery than warming up.
- Use a high setting to warm up and then step down; that gives the longest running time.
- Choose a 20,000 mAh power bank if you need warmth for a full working day.
- Wear the vest close to the body; the closer the zones sit to your skin, the better the heat transfer.
Frequently asked questions about heated vests and body warmers
- What is the difference between a heated vest and a heated body warmer?
In practice, very little: both warm your torso and leave your arms free. Body warmer usually refers to the classic quilted cut (like the Høgge); vest is the broader term. Choose based on fit and use, not on the name.
- How long does a heated vest stay warm?
That depends on the setting, the number of active zones and the power bank: 3 to 6 hours on a 10,000 mAh power bank, 6 to 12 hours on a 20,000 mAh power bank.
- Can I wear a heated vest under my jacket?
Yes. The universal Glovii vest is made exactly for that: light and compact, so you wear it under your own jacket or workwear and simply keep your own style.
- Is a heated vest suitable for work?
Yes. In a cold warehouse, a workshop or outdoors, a heated vest gives targeted warmth without giving up freedom of movement. If you work in mandatory workwear, simply wear the compact Glovii vest underneath.