Today’s blog post is about finding the best heated jacket to keep you warm this winter. I’m one of those people who is always cold so a heated jacket has been an absolute game changer!
If you’re looking for the best heated jacket or heated vest for this cold weather then I’ve got you covered! And if you’re new to the world of heated jackets then let me fill you in…
What is a heated jacket?
Heated jackets have panels within them with a heating element that warms up quickly. It really is like having a tiny radiator inside your jacket.
Heated jackets and heated vests/gilets have become popular over recent years thanks to the tiny, rechargeable batteries that allow us to heat a whole coat from a battery pack in our pocket. It wasn’t long ago that we didn’t have the technology for this!
Heated jackets are powered by a portable battery which is stowed away in a discreet inside pocket of the coat. The battery is recharged at the plug at home via USB and connects to a cable inside the jacket.
These coats are particularly great if you’ll be standing around in cold weather such as sporting events. I’ve now entered the world of being a ‘soccor mom’ and my array of heated attire is coming in very handy!
Now if you’re searching for the best heated jacket or heated vest then I’m sure you will have come across so many designs with hundreds of conflicting reviews and massive variations in price. The internet is a wonderful beast, but it can make things so confusing when you find SO MUCH information online.
I’m here today to simplify things and share a few options.
In my opinion, there isn’t a massive variation in the ‘heated’ part of the jacket. Even the cheap ones seem to do just as good a job at heating as the expensive ones. The big decision when choosing the best heated jacket for you really comes down to the design of the jacket.
I’m sharing:
- The best heated vest
- The best heated fleece vest
- Best budget vest
- Best slimfit jacket
- Best quality heated coat
- A more stylish heated coat
- Best heated hoodie
- Best heated fleece
- Colourful options if you’re bored of all this black!
Best heated gilet
Best for – Stylish and you can wear your normal coat on top
Hecusma Khaki Fuzzy Heated Gilet (Comes in multiple colours)
You’ve probably noticed that most of the best heated jackets have an outdoorsy style suited to countryside walks and casual settings. If this style isn’t for you then I highly recommend getting a heated vest or gilet to wear beneath a more formal or stylish coat.
This is also a more affordable option so you can save your money for a nicer coat to go on top!
Heated jackets rarely have any heat in the arms anyway so you’re not missing out with a gilet.
- 3 SECONDS OF QUICK HEAT: Still enduring the long wait for heating? Our fuzzy heated vest women is equipped with a 7.4V 16000mAh high-performance battery, which is heated in 3 seconds, allowing you to...
- INDEPENDENT HEATING IN 9 ZONES: Still worried about uneven heating of clothes?The 9 heating zones of our womens heated gilet are scientifically distributed, covering the core warm areas(abdomen *2,...
- COMFORTABLE EXPERIENCE, UNLIMITED: Our heated gilet for women is made of skin-friendly wool fabric, windproof and wear-resistant outer layer, imitation lamb velvet locks the temperature on the inner...
- 【Full Lower Whole Warmth — Even in the Deepest Cold】This women's vest is designed with quality carbon fiber heating elements strategically placed on the neck, back, waist, chest, and abdomen...
- 【4 in1Control Switch】Simply long-press the central button for 2-3 seconds, and the vest will activate its heating function. It features four buttons and three adjustable heat settings. The central...
- 【Upgraded 2025 10,000mAh Ultra-Light Battery Pack】Equipped with a 7.4V DC interface battery, this powerful 10,000mAh battery features an LED power display and 18W fast charging (fully charged in...
Best heated fleece vest
Another nice option if you don’t want that softshell, water resistant look. You could also wear this beneath a rain coat or other coat.
- UPGRADED NECK HEATING: Now with an additional heating zone at the collar, this 4-zone heated fleece jacket delivers targeted warmth to your neck, chest, and expanded back area. Easily adjust between 3...
- SOFT AND BREATHABLE: Regular Fit. Made with ultra-soft and breathable fleece material. Elastic hems seal in the heat without restricting range of motion.
- QUICK AND LONG-LASTING WARMTH: Heats up in seconds and stays powered for up to 8 hours on a full charge. The 7.38V CE/UL certified battery also has a USB-A port for charging your smart phone or other...
Best budget heated vest
So you want to feel the heat without feeling the hit on your bank balance! I hear you. Many of these heated coats are pricy but there are heated gilets and bodywarmers available at a fraction of the cost.
Here’s one I found on Amazon for just £20!
- [Perfect Holiday Gift]: The heated gilet can help promote blood circulation and relieve muscle pain to a certain extent. Deliver warmth and health to the people you care about. The perfect gift for...
- [Suitable for all occasions]:The rechargeable heated gilet keeps you warm and is perfect for a variety of outdoor activities, such as motorcycle riding, hiking, skiing, fishing, hunting. Perfect gift...
- [High-quality material ]: High-quality material with anti-static and excellent insulation function, so you stay warm.The heating vest is made of lightweight insulation Waterproof Windproof materials...
Best lightweight and slim fit heated jacket
The 8K Flexwarm Heated Jacket <- click for full review and more photos
The 8K Flexwarm Heated Jacket isn’t the warmest I’ve tried but it’s great for chilly days and another good option to wear beneath another coat.
While you might be thinking, ‘Why would I buy one that isn’t the hottest!?’ I actually wear this one the most. It still gets really toasty and warm and is thin enough to slip nicely beneath a more stylish outer coat. I also like the tighter, fitted design. This means the jacket sits close to your skin so you feel the warmth more. As a smaller person, I don’t really like wearing big puffy coats because I feel like a big round ball with two little legs poking out! So this thin jacket is nice to stop that feeling!
Another really nice slim fit option from Amazon is the Telguua slim fit heated jacket. This one has a detachable hood and I love that it’s a flattering shape for a woman’s figure (and doesn’t make you feel like a little round ball!)
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Best quality coat and heated jacket combo
Blazewear Explorer Jacket <- click for full review and more photos
This is a more expensive coat but it’s the best heated jacket in terms of heat, quality and design. Everything about it is so well made and it’s the kind of coat you’ll be wearing for years to come. It is an outdoorsy design so best for walking, casual outings or skiing. I’ve actually worn this on two ski trips and it was perfect!
The battery pack for the Blazewear jackets is quite heavy and it isn’t possible to use a smaller one (I’ve tried!)
Best stylish coat for women
It’s a shame that almost all heated jackets have a very outdoorsy look to them. This is the best I could find if you’re looking for a stylish heated jacket that doesn’t cost an absolute fortune!
- [5 heating Zones and 3 Heating Levels]: This heated jacket for women has 5 heating zones and 3 heating levels(red light high = 65 ° C; white light medium = 55 ℃; blue light low = 45 ℃). Carbon...
- [5V 10000mAh Rechargeable Battery]: With the 10000mAh power bank, the runtime up to 8 hours, the heated jacket will give you a strong support in cold weather. High = 4 hours = 65 ° C (red light);...
- [Detachable Hood and Fashion]: The ladies jacket is perfect for the cold winter days, elastic rib cuffs and the detachable hood with drawstring can protect the head and ears in the cold and keep the...
Best heated hoodie
If, like me, you’re probably going to end up wearing this in the house or indoors, you may prefer a heated hoodie. This one looks so cosy and would be perfect for a chilly house or office!
- 5 large heating zones (Carbon Fibre)
Best heated fleece
If you’re wearing this indoors or plan to wear it beneath another coat then a fleece may be nicer?
- HEATED FLEECE JACKET: warming heated jacket for women has 3 heating zones up to 10 working hours: chest & back. Updated carbon fiber heating elements and concentrated heating zone combine to deliver...
- USB STANDARD INPUT: Our womens heated jacket has powerful heated system with 12000mAh universal power bank (RoHS, CE, UKCA Certification) can be applied for its energy
- SOFT BREATHABLE FABRIC: This weather heated jacket is made of 100% Polyester. Designed for the temperature between 10℉ to 54℉. Long-lasting warmth retention and nice breath-ability
Best colourful heated coat
If you’re a bit fed up with most of these heated coats being black or navy blue then fear not, I’ve found a few colourful heated jackets that will bring some cheer to a dull day…
- STYLISH DESIGN WITH BREATHABLE FABRIC: Soft shell fabric exterior with breathable lining ensures you don't lose any excess heat and enjoy comfortable warmth; Detachable hood is specially designed for...
- HEAT ACROSS BODY: 4 carbon fiber heating elements generate heat across core body areas (collar, left and right-hand pocket, mid-back); Adjust 3 heating settings (High, medium, low) with just a simple...
- QUICK AND LONG-LASTING WARMTH: Heat quickly in seconds with 7.38V CE/UL-certified battery; Up to 10 working hours; USB port for charging smartphones and other mobile devices.
- Portable design: Comes with two hidden zipper pockets on both sides and two regular pockets. Comes with one hidden zipper pocket and one power bank pocket inside. Detachable hood. The neck heating...
- Professional-grade heating technology：Large area graphene heating pad, solves the problem of uneven heat generation in traditional carbon fiber heating pads. The heating efficiency is twice that of...
- Adjustable Temperature Control: Has three independent buttons to adjust temperature levels, you have full control over the front and back heating zones. Choose the perfect level of warmth to suit your...
If you’re in the US, check out my review of the iHoodwarm heated vest with a hood.
Mike
Wednesday 8th of October 2025
Looking for a heated coat for my partner, she has a large bust and suffered a heart attack/cardiac arrest in may 30th this year. Amazingly she survived and a heated jacket could be useful for her circulation. The fact she has a large bust makes it very hard to find a coat that will close etc But many thanks for your diligent efforts on heated jackets gillets etc
Jay
Sunday 8th of October 2023
Monica, Great article on heated jackets which we also enjoy. I've also found heated gloves to be the perfect compliment, to get you through the freezing cold winter - Thanks Again! Jay
Kim
Friday 13th of January 2023
Can you put your mobile phone in the pocket of a heated Gillette while its on. Thanks
Monica
Monday 16th of January 2023
Yes you can! All of these featured have separate pockets that would be like a normal pocket in a coat or jacket. The pockets will get warm but not too warm for your mobile phone. It would be a similar kind of heat to holding it your hand for a long time.