The best welding gloves, compared.
Top pick: WZQH – A 16-inch cuff, about £16.99, and the strongest amazon.co.uk rating signal in the set, without a printed BS EN 12477 type. Best value: Ultimate Industrial WGR – The same 94 editorial score at the lowest stored price, £7.07, with EN 388 4123 stated. Updated October 2026.
These eleven listings are leather gloves or gauntlets for manual metal welding, cutting and allied hot work. Reviews also describe a log burner, a BBQ or a stove. Goatskin is the TIG option: states about 13 inches. A seller line of 500°C or 350°C is not an EN 407 contact-heat level. Type A is higher protection and lower dexterity. The [welding gloves buying guide](/hub/soldering-and-welding/welding-gloves/sub/welding-gloves-buying-guide) puts process first, then the cuff, then the standard mark. Tell quality by the process, the cuff and a real BS EN 12477 type, not by stars and not by a seller line that says 500°C. In trade language that is goatskin, and Type B if the glove is marked.
These eleven listings are leather gloves or gauntlets for manual metal welding, cutting and allied hot work. Reviews also describe a log burner, a BBQ or a stove. Goatskin is the TIG option: states about 13 inches.
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The WZQH is a 16-inch split-cowhide gauntlet with a 7.5-inch sleeve, suited in shape to MIG, flux-core and stick welding where spatter reaches the forearm. Its claimed 1.2 mm shoulder-split leather, cotton-containing lining and flame-retardant Kevlar thread form a credible general hot-work package. At £16.99, it has the strongest marketplace signal in this set: 4.7 stars from 26,149 reviews and the stored number-one Welding Gloves rank. Much of the available UK review text concerns gardening, stoves and grills, however, so volume alone does not prove welding performance. The seller limits its 350°C statement to a short period and warns that prolonged heat can char the leather, while no BS EN 12477 type is printed. It is our top pick for a broadly useful long cowhide gauntlet, but skip it if your workplace needs a documented Type A glove.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Occasional MIG, flux-core or stick welding and brief stove handling where long coverage is useful.
Less suitable: Precision TIG or workplaces requiring a verified Type A marking.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
350°C for a short period, with a warning that prolonged heat can char the leather. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
No BS EN 12477 type is stated.
What length and size are stated?
16 inches, with a 7.5-inch sleeve. The title also says 40 cm. Size L.
At £7.07, the Ultimate Industrial WGR gives an occasional welder a 1.0 mm leather gauntlet for welding and grinding without paying for features that are not stated. Its 4.7-star rating from 420 reviews is reassuring for a low-cost pair, and the listing prints EN 388 4123 for mechanical risks. That code is not BS EN 12477, however, so it does not establish a Type A or Type B welding classification. The fleecy lining and cotton-lined cuff add comfort, but reviewers report long fingers, a strong smell and some cotton shedding. The title calls it a gauntlet while the sleeve attribute says short sleeve, so check the actual forearm coverage rather than relying on the label. This is our best-value choice for light, occasional work, provided you do not mistake the low price or mechanical standard for verified welding certification.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Occasional welding or grinding where a low-cost leather gauntlet is sufficient.
Less suitable: Workplaces requiring a documented BS EN 12477 type or users needing close fingertip fit.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
Moderate heat protection, with no degree printed. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
EN 388 4123 is stated. BS EN 12477 is not stated.
What length and size are stated?
The title says gauntlet and the sleeve attribute says short sleeve, so the cuff length is unclear. Size 10/L. Hand wash, and not waterproof.
The YESWELDER reaches 40 cm with a 19 cm sleeve, giving strong forearm coverage for welding spatter or brief ash-pan handling. Its cowhide, soft cotton liner and Kevlar-thread claims create a heavy-duty specification, and reviewers rate it 4.7 stars from 229 reports. Several stove users value the long format, including an ash-pan review, but the fit is repeatedly described as oversized. That bulk can reduce grip security when you are carrying a hot tool or trying to feed a welding rod. The seller advertises 500°C without a corresponding EN 407 code, and no BS EN 12477 type is stated. It suits larger hands and coverage-led tasks, provided you test the grip cold before approaching heat.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Larger hands needing long coverage for welding spatter or brief log-burner handling.
Less suitable: Small hands, precise TIG work or prolonged contact with hot metal.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
500°C. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
No BS EN 12477 type is stated.
What length and size are stated?
40 cm, with a 19 cm sleeve. Reviewers describe the fit as oversized.
The Intra-FIT uses claimed grain cowhide on the palm and fingers, split-leather reinforcement and an extra-long cuff to create a more shaped MIG glove than the basic split-cowhide gauntlets. Reviewers describe useful flexibility for MIG, and one also mentions handling a TIG torch, while the fleece liner adds comfort. Its 4.7-star rating is strong but comes from only 61 reviews, the smallest base among the leading-rated pairs. At £24.99 it is also the most expensive product in this set. No degree figure or BS EN 12477 type is stated, so the premium buys the construction and fit rather than documented certification. Use the size chart and consider sizing up, because fit comments matter more here than the sparse review count.
Pros
Cons
Best for: MIG users who value a shaped grain-palm glove and will check the size chart.
Less suitable: Budget buyers, thin-glove TIG work or compliance-led purchasing.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
Heat resistant, with no degree printed. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
No BS EN 12477 type is stated.
What length and size are stated?
Extra-long cuffs, and the sleeve attribute says long sleeve. Size L. No length in centimetres is printed.
The RAPICCA uses claimed 1.5 mm shoulder-split cowhide and a 16-inch length to create the thickest specified gauntlet in this set. Its 7.5-inch sleeve, insulated cotton and additional foil and flame-retardant cloth target MIG, stick, flux-core and forge-style heat rather than delicate TIG control. The stored amazon.co.uk listing shows 4.6 stars from 20,667 reviews at £19.98, with praise for coals and log-burner work as well as welding. Reviewers still report heat reaching the fingers, and one found the glove flimsy even for a baking tray, so the 500°C seller line is not a holding temperature. ANSI/ISEA heat attribute 4 is stated, but BS EN 12477 is not. Choose RAPICCA for thick leather and reach, while keeping every hot contact brief.
Pros
Cons
Best for: MIG, stick, flux-core and brief stove work where thick leather and long coverage are priorities.
Less suitable: TIG filler control or holding hot trays, coals or metal for extended periods.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
500°C. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
ANSI/ISEA heat attribute 4 is printed. BS EN 12477 is not stated.
What length and size are stated?
16 inches, with a 7.5-inch sleeve. Size XL.
The TOPDC combines a 16-inch overall length with a 7.5-inch sleeve, giving MIG, stick and flux-core users substantial forearm coverage. Its claimed 1.2 mm split cowhide, insulated cotton and double leather stitching make it one of the more fully specified heavy gauntlets in the set. The amazon.co.uk listing shows 4.6 stars from 4,957 reviews at £15.28, although only ten UK review texts were stored for editorial analysis. A seller claim of 500°C and ANSI/ISEA heat attribute 5 must not be read as an EN 407 level or a BS EN 12477 type. Review evidence also points to limited resistance when lifting hot grates, so contact should remain brief. It is a well-equipped long gauntlet on paper, but the certification gap prevents a stronger claim.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Home MIG, stick and flux-core work needing long forearm coverage.
Less suitable: TIG filler control, prolonged grate handling or buyers requiring a printed UK welding classification.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
500°C. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
ANSI/ISEA heat attribute 5 and abrasion 2 are printed. BS EN 12477 is not stated.
What length and size are stated?
16 inches, with a 7.5-inch sleeve. Size L.
The Cxqunzon gives MIG, flux-core and stick users a 14-inch cowhide gauntlet with a claimed 1.2 mm outer and Kevlar stitching. At £11.99, it sits in the middle of this set while retaining a manageable 249 g listed weight. The cotton lining and long cuff suit spatter-heavy work better than a thin TIG glove, and 378 reviews produce a 4.6-star rating. Its listing says heat resistant but gives neither a numerical heat result nor a BS EN 12477 type. Fit is inconsistent: smaller hands may let the glove slip off, while another reviewer found it tight. It is a reasonable general-purpose gauntlet if size L fits you, but the marketplace claims do not replace a marked welding standard.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Home MIG, flux-core or stick welding when a size-L long cowhide gauntlet fits.
Less suitable: Precision TIG work, smaller hands or compliance-led workplace purchasing.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
Heat resistant, with no degree printed. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
No BS EN 12477 type is stated.
What length and size are stated?
14 inches. Size L. No wash note is stated.
The AUAUY gauntlet covers 33 cm and uses claimed 1.3 mm natural cowhide, making it a practical long-cuff option for occasional welding or stove work at £8.99. Its seller heat figure is 200°C, which is more restrained than many 500°C marketplace headlines but still is not an EN 407 performance code. A cotton lining helps separate your hand from the outer leather, while the 4.6-star rating comes from 315 reviews. Fit is the main uncertainty because no clear size is stated and reviewers describe the glove as large. One buyer also received a glove with a hole in the palm, so inspect the pair before first use. It offers useful coverage for the money, but not documented BS EN 12477 protection.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Occasional hot work or log-burner duties when long coverage and a low price matter.
Less suitable: Small hands, precision TIG work or jobs requiring verified welding certification.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
200°C. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
No BS EN 12477 type is stated.
What length and size are stated?
33 cm by 16 cm. No size is stated, and reviews describe the fit as large. Hand wash only.
The Predator By Ron uses a goatskin palm and a stated 13-inch length to give TIG users more filler-rod feel than a bulky split-cowhide gauntlet. Reviewers specifically praise its softness and control, which matters when feeding a fine rod rather than catching heavy spatter. At £7.75 it is inexpensive, and the stored amazon.co.uk listing shows 4.6 stars from 134 reviews. The compromise is heat and durability: one busy-workshop review reported roughly two weeks of use, and the thin construction is not the sensible default for heavy MIG or stick work. No BS EN 12477 type or numerical heat level is stated. Buy it for light TIG dexterity, not because the title alone proves Type B protection.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Light TIG work where fingertip control matters more than maximum spatter protection.
Less suitable: Heavy MIG, flux-core or stick welding and prolonged high-heat handling.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
Heat resistant, with no degree printed. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
No BS EN 12477 type is stated.
What length and size are stated?
13 inches. The sleeve attribute says short sleeve. Size L. Hand wash.
The QeeLink provides a 14-inch cow-split-leather gauntlet with a cotton liner and claimed Kevlar thread for £18.99. That length gives useful wrist and lower-forearm coverage for welding, camping and other hot work. Its 4.5-star rating is based on 2,398 reviews, but the listing's standards language needs careful reading. CE EN 388 and EN 407 are named without performance digits, and one reviewer said no certificate was included. The glove also has no stated BS EN 12477 type or numerical heat result. It is a conventional lined gauntlet, but its price is difficult to justify if the incomplete standard claim is the main reason you are considering it.
Pros
Cons
Best for: General hot work where a conventional 14-inch lined leather gauntlet is wanted.
Less suitable: Buyers relying on complete standard markings or seeking the strongest value in this set.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
Heat resistant, with no degree in the bullets. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
CE EN 388 and EN 407 are claimed without digits. No BS EN 12477 type is stated.
What length and size are stated?
14 inches, with a canvas cuff. The size line says standard 14 inch.
The H HZXVOGEN extends 16 inches, or about 41 cm, to cover more forearm than shorter welding gloves. Its claimed cowhide outer, cotton lining and foil layer are aimed at welding and stove-style heat, and the stored price is £13.59. The listing advertises 500°C and an ANSI/ISEA heat attribute of 4, but neither line is a BS EN 12477 type or an EN 407 code. Reviews are less reassuring than the headline: one user reported burns during ordinary oven use, while another found a hot BBQ deflector still transferred too much heat. The one-size format may also be awkward if you need close control. Choose it for coverage and brief handling only, not for holding hot metal to the advertised temperature.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Brief hot-work tasks where a long cuff is more important than fine finger control.
Less suitable: Prolonged contact with hot trays or plates, precision TIG, or standards-led purchasing.
Specifications
Common questions
What heat figure does the listing state?
500°C. That is the seller's wording. It is not an EN 407 contact-heat level.
Does the listing state a welding-glove standard?
ANSI/ISEA heat attribute 4 is printed. BS EN 12477 is not stated.
What length and size are stated?
16 inches, also given as 41 cm by 18 cm. One size.
We compared 11 welding glove listings on amazon.co.uk. The score is an editorial comparison on a 0–100 scale. It is not a laboratory test and it is not a certification decision. Points come off where fit complaints recur, the available UK review text is sparse, durability or heat-through complaints appear, or listing attributes conflict. A seller temperature statement does not earn certification points unless a performance code is shown. EN 388 or EN 407 wording without digits, and ANSI/ISEA heat attributes, are not treated as a BS EN 12477 Type A or Type B mark. The weights below sum to 100.
Amazon rating and review confidence
40%The amazon.co.uk star rating and review count. A large count still loses weight when the stored UK text is mostly stoves, BBQs and gardens rather than welding.
Job-appropriate construction, cuff and lining
25%Whether the leather, cuff length and lining match TIG dexterity or MIG, flux-core and stick spatter. A conflicting sleeve attribute scores lower.
Value at the stored GBP price
20%The stored amazon.co.uk shelf price in GBP, judged against what the listing actually states.
Review sentiment and consistency
15%Whether fit, smell, heat-through and durability comments agree with the title. A temperature headline that reviews contradict scores lower.
Choose the process before the star rating. Light TIG wants goatskin and finger feel. MIG, flux-core and stick want a longer cowhide gauntlet. A 500°C seller line is not a BS EN 12477 type.
Welding gloves on these amazon.co.uk listings are leather gloves or gauntlets for manual metal welding, cutting and allied hot work. Buyers in the stored reviews also use them on a log burner, a BBQ or a stove. Tell quality by the process, the cuff and a real BS EN 12477 type, not by stars and not by a seller line that says 500°C. TIG wants dexterity. In trade language that is goatskin, and Type B if the glove is marked.
WZQH is 4.7 from 26,149 reviews and RAPICCA is 4.6 from 20,667. Much of the stored UK text is stoves, BBQs and gardens. The count is not a welding trial and it does not print a BS EN 12477 type.
Contact-heat levels are a 15-second test, not a temperature you grip and keep. WZQH says 350°C for a short time and warns that prolonged heat chars the leather. Several other listings say 500°C without an EN 407 code. AUAUY says 200°C.
Oil and water make heat worse. Where care is stated, it is hand wash. Do not machine-wash the leather, and do not use one pair for oily steel and welding. Replace a holed, charred or split pair.
Process comes first. Light TIG wants dexterity. In this set that is the Predator By Ron goatskin pair, with about 13 inches stated, about £7.75 and 4.6 from 134 reviews. MIG, flux-core and stick want a heavier cowhide gauntlet. A short wrist lets sparks in. The cowhide listings state about 14 to 16 inches, or about 40 cm. WZQH, TOPDC, RAPICCA and H HZXVOGEN are the long group. Cxqunzon and QeeLink state 14 inches.
Look for BS EN 12477:2001+A1:2005 and a type. Do not treat a temperature headline as that mark. EN 407 contact-heat levels are 100, 250, 350 and 500°C, each for at least 15 seconds before the inside rises 10°C. Both welding types only require level 1 as a minimum. Ultimate Industrial prints EN 388 4123, which is mechanical risk. QeeLink names EN 388 and EN 407 without digits, and a review says no certificate was in the box.
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
You need a long cowhide cuff and you should ignore TIG-thin leather. WZQH is a 16-inch split-cowhide gauntlet at about £16.99, with 4.7 from 26,149 reviews. It does not print a BS EN 12477 type, and much of the review text is not welding. Skip it if the workplace needs a documented Type A glove.
You want a low shelf price for light welding or grinding. Ultimate Industrial WGR is about £7.07, size 10/L, with EN 388 4123 stated and 4.7 from 420 reviews. That code is mechanical risk, not a welding-glove type. Reviews mention long fingers, smell and cotton shedding.
You need finger feel and you should not buy the stiffest 16-inch gauntlet only because it has more reviews. Predator By Ron is goatskin at about £7.75, with about 13 inches stated and 4.6 from 134 reviews. It is thin for heavy MIG or stick spatter, and no BS EN 12477 type is printed.
For occasional MIG, flux-core or stick welding, the top pick is WZQH at about £16.99: a 16-inch split-cowhide gauntlet, 4.7 from 26,149 amazon.co.uk reviews, and a seller limit of 350°C for a short time. For light occasional work, the best value is Ultimate Industrial WGR at about £7.07, with EN 388 4123 stated. That is a mechanical-risk code, not a welding type. No listing in this set prints BS EN 12477 Type A or Type B. The scores are not a lab test, and review volume is not proof of welding performance.
WZQH
A 16-inch cuff, about £16.99, and the strongest amazon.co.uk rating signal in the set, without a printed BS EN 12477 type.
Ultimate Industrial WGR
The same 94 editorial score at the lowest stored price, £7.07, with EN 388 4123 stated.
Editorial
Peter F. is the editor for DIY & tools at productscompared.co.uk. Comparisons in this category are checked against amazon.co.uk listings, review evidence and public UK sources.
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