Best Waterproof Gloves 2025
Wet hands are unpleasant no matter where you are working and what you are doing. From plumbers to dishwashers, there are thousands of professions where you are going to come into contact with water – just ask anyone who has had the misfortune of working outside in the UK!
Don't worry, help is at hand! Here at SafetyGloves.co.uk, we have consulted with the product experts to bring you the absolute Best Waterproof Gloves 2025. These recommendations are broken down by task and protection, allowing you to find the waterproof gloves that are best for your specific needs.
What's Covered in This Guide?
- Best Overall Waterproof Gloves
- Best Thermal Waterproof Gloves
- Best Heavy-Duty Waterproof Gloves
- Best Chemical-Resistant Waterproof Gloves
- Best Cut-Resistant Waterproof Gloves
- Best Washing-Up Gloves
- Best Long Waterproof Gloves
- Best Economy Waterproof Gloves
- Best Heat-Resistant Waterproof Gloves
Best Overall Waterproof Gloves
Our Winner: Ejendals Tegera 517 Insulated Waterproof Precision Work Gloves
What We Love About Them...
✔ Lightweight gloves with great water resistance
✔ Designed to allow a high level of dexterity
✔ Retain heat in spite of their thinner design
✔ Provide great grip, even in slippery conditions
Perfect For...
✔ Outdoor work and recreation
✔ Cycling, hiking and outdoor sports
✔ Work requiring good dexterity
Not the Best For...
✗ Chemical work (See our solution)
✗ Rough handling (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: The Ejendals Tegera 517 Gloves are possibly one of our most popular pairs of waterproof gloves and it is no surprise when they're suitable for both work and recreational use. I have personally worn the 517 Gloves on a number of hikes and they have seen me through a walk to the summit of Helvellyn on a drizzly day in the Lake District!
Best Thermal Waterproof Gloves
Our Winner: MaxiDry Zero Thermal Waterproof Gloves 56-451
What We Love About Them...
✔ Highly thermal gloves ideal for low temperatures
✔ Palm coating provides grip for secure handing
✔ Fleece lining is very comfy as well as warm
✔ Also contact heat resistant up to 100°C
Perfect For...
✔ Temperatures as low as -30°C
✔ Outdoor work such as construction
✔ Cold store/freezer work due to being food-safe
Not the Best For...
✗ Indoor use (See our solution)
✗ People looking for the best value (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: While they might not be as popular as the Tegera 517 Gloves, for my money there's no better glove when the temperatures get to zero and below. The MaxiDry Zero Gloves are a fantastic industrial glove and they are perfect for building, construction and other outdoor work in winter.
Best Heavy-Duty Waterproof Gloves
Our Winner: Polyco Taskmaster Durable Chemical Resistant Gauntlet Gloves
What We Love About Them...
✔ Tough gloves for chemical handling
✔ Perfect for industrial cleaning, plumbing and more
✔ Food-safe design allows a wide scope of usage
✔ Great for contact with hot water
Perfect For...
✔ Industrial cleaning, plumbing and more
✔ Use with acids, methanol and other chemicals
✔ Contact with heat up to 250°C
Not the Best For...
✗ Protection against the cold (See our solution)
✗ Handling sharp objects (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: There's nothing more annoying (and wasteful) than gloves that don't last. The Polyco Taskmaster Durable Gauntlets definitely don't suffer from this, providing you with protection that lasts for longer, saving you both money and time.
Best Chemical-Resistant Waterproof Gloves
Our Winner: Polyco Nitri-Tech III Chemical Resistant Gloves
What We Love About Them...
✔ Offer protection against a range of chemicals
✔ Longer gauntlet design protects the wrists/forearms
✔ Diamond-pattern on the palm increases grip
✔ Nitrile material is less likely to aggravate skin
Perfect For...
✔ Sodium hydroxide, methanol, sulphuric acid and more
✔ Protection against chemicals
✔ Lab work, industrial cleaning, food preparation
Not the Best For...
✗ Longevity (See our solution)
✗ Full arm protection (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: It's always a terrible idea to take any risks when it comes to chemical handling, and the Nitri-Tech III Gloves are the perfect product to mitigate your danger. With EN 374 protection against nine chemicals, these are reliable waterproof gloves for jobs involving chemical handing.
Best Cut-Resistant Waterproof Gloves
Our Winner: Portwest AP81 Liquid Pro Waterproof Cut-Resistant Gloves
What We Love About Them...
✔ Combine water resistance and cut protection
✔ Allow you to safely handle sharp edges in wet conditions
✔ Foam-coated to provide excellent grip when wet or dry
✔ Level D cut resistance is ideal for riskier tasks
Perfect For...
✔ Outdoor industrial work
✔ Handling sharp edges in wet conditions
✔ Construction, building and other challenging work
Not the Best For...
✗ Drain work (See our solution)
✗ Handling chemicals (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: One of the most common combinations of hazards that our team are asked about are waterproof gloves with cut resistance, and we're always quick to recommend the Portwest AP81 Gloves. When you're dealing with sharp edges, you need a sure grip and no distractions from things like wet or uncomfortable hands and the AP81 provide just that.
Best Washing-Up Gloves
Our Winner: Polyco Deep Sink Extra Long Rubber Washing Up Gloves
What We Love About Them...
✔ Allow you to submerge your arms into sinks
✔ Longer design is perfect for pro potwashers
✔ Soft cotton-flock lining reduces irritation
✔ Forty-centimetre length reaches to the mid forearm
Perfect For...
✔ Both home and industrial use
✔ Submerging your arms in deeper sinks
✔ People that find rubber gloves cause irritation
Not the Best For...
✗ Industrial chemicals (See our solution)
✗ Fully protecting forearms from water (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: With the Polyco Deep Sink Gloves, what you see in the title is what you get: a pair of gloves that are great for getting stuck into the washing up. Whether you are cleaning around the home or washing up in a Michelin-starred restaurant, the Polyco Washing-Up Gloves help you to clean your dishes quicker, easier, and with less discomfort.
Best Long Waterproof Gloves
Our Winner: Briers Full Length Drain, Tank and Pond Gloves
What We Love About Them...
✔ Extra-long gloves to protect your arms and hands
✔ Elasticated cuff protects against ingress
✔ Loose, one-size-fits-most design for easy use
✔ Sixty-two-centimetre length goes past most elbows
Perfect For...
✔ Ponds, drains and other deep water
✔ Reaching further into water
✔ Maintenance and utilities work
Not the Best For...
✗ Everyday use (See our solution)
✗ Protection against cold (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: When you're reaching into the unknown, it is better to do it in the knowledge that you've got a good level of protection! The Briers Pond and Drain Gloves are not only the ideal accompaniment for anyone putting in a water feature, they're also great for a range of plumbing and utilities tasks.
Best Economy Waterproof Gloves
Our Winner: Portwest AP80 Liquid Pro Latex Foam Waterproof Gloves
What We Love About Them...
✔ Protect against water at a price for every pocket
✔ Keeps your hands warm in colder conditions
✔ High levels of grip suitable for most users
✔ Inexpensive method of protecting your workforce
Perfect For...
✔ Low-risk applications
✔ People looking to outfit a large workforce
✔ Great for general handling, warehousing and logistics
Not the Best For...
✗ More dangerous handling tasks (See our solution)
✗ Recreational protection (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: Sometimes you don't need gloves with all of the bells and whistles, and it's better to go for an option that makes sense financially. Providing high quality handling and water resistance at a price that suits everyone, the AP80 Waterproof Gloves are an ideal choice for equipping a larger team of people.
Best Heat-Resistant Waterproof Gloves
Our Winner: Ansell AlphaTec 87-029 Astroflex Protective Gauntlet Gloves
What We Love About Them...
✔ Contact heat-resistant up to 250°C
✔ Suitable for handling food without contamination
✔ Textured surface provides good grip when wet
✔ Multiple sizes available for a better fit
Perfect For...
✔ Dealing with hot liquids
✔ Food handling, manufacturing, and processing
✔ Cleaning and janitorial work
Not the Best For...
✗ Handling sharp material (See our solution)
✗ Protection up to the elbow (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: As anyone that's ever spilled a cup of tea over themselves can attest, coming into contact with hot water can be very painful and can lead to serious injuries. Suitable for contact with temperatures of up to 250°C, the AlphaTec 87-029 Gauntlets are ideal for situations where hot water is present.
Keep Your Hands Safe and Dry
Hopefully, this guide has provided a solution for everyone who works in a wet environment. If we've not quite hit the mark for you, why not check out our full selection of Waterproof Gloves? Alternatively, leave us a comment below or reach out to us on Facebook or Twitter!
