Hunting can be brutal in the late-season as the temperatures bottom out and your ability to sit long hours on stand becomes a significant challenge. Some hunters will throw in the towel, calling it quits. Other hunters will find a way to thrive by doing what it takes to stay warm.
For those willing to ride out the cold weather temps, we’ve assembled a list of some great gear to help tip the odds of staying warm in your favor. Here’s a look at some of the best heated clothing for cold weather hunting.
Scentlok BE:1 Reactor Heated Vest
Scentlok was among the first hunting brands to address the need for a heated hunting garment to help hunters make it through the late-season grind. Their BE:1 Reactor Heated Vest is the perfect solution. The vest delivers a comfortable fit, looks sharp, and provides the heat you’re looking for with on-demand warmth to keep you cozy in the stand. The vest is built with Thinsulate insulation to provide warmth without the bulk, making it a perfect option for layering with your other garments.
Key Features:
- 3 levels of heat output with USB power cable
- Powered by 5V/2A battery/power bank
- Ultra-qutiet micro tricot fabric
- Carbon Alloy technology for odor adsorption
- Price – $199
Pros
- Heats fast
- Comes in Mossy Oak and Realtree camo, as well as black
- Quiet design
Cons
- Battery not included
- High demand, limited availability
Banded H.E.A.T. Insulated Vest
Banded is another hunting brand that offers some great hunting gear and apparel, with a few options built specifically to produce heat for your super-cold weather sits. Their H.E.A.T. Insulated Vest combines 100g of premium PrimaLoft warmth-holding insulation and a front and back battery-powered heating element to deliver warmth like no other. It has a Tri-Zone heating design with 3 levels of adjustable heat to keep you comfy. You’ll find 2 zippered hand pockets, 2 zippered chest pockets and elastic cuffs to help lock in the heat.
Key Features:
- Windproof shell fabric with DWR finish
- 3 heat zones
- 3 heat levels
- 100g PrimaLoft insulation
- Price – $179
Pros:
- Low-bulk layering design
- Easy adjust heating options
- iPhone charging cable in pocket
Cons:
- Batteries sold separately
- Limited availability
ORORO Classic Heated Vest
ORORO has raised the bar in heated vests with their first heated hunting vest with a neck warmer. It’s warmth exactly where you need it. You probably won’t realize how nice warmth around your neck is until you’ve tried it. The vest features a water & wind-resistant shell keeping you warm and dry against the elements. You’ll find 3 heating levels allowing you to adjust the warmth with a simple press on the hidden power button.
Key Features:
- 3 Levels of heat output
- Lightweight FELLEX Insulation for maximum warmth to weight
- Machine washable
- Price – $149
Pros:
- Easy on/off
- Heated collar
- Plenty of pockets for storage and organization
- Available in Mossy Oak camo
Cons:
- Battery not include
- Use specific Mini 5K battery
Pnuma Iconx Heated Core Vest
The unique design of the IconX Heated Core Vest delivers a different approach to the heated vest. It’s a garment built to deliver heat where you need it most – next to your skin. Instead of wearing it over base layers or a hoodie, you’ll wear it as your base layer. It’s designed to be moisture wicking for the best comfort and warmth. You’ll find 3 different heat settings to provide a range of warmth without the bulk.
Key Features:
- Base layer design
- No bulk design for freedom of movement
- 3 heating levels
- Price – $169
Pros:
- Moisture wicking
- Base layer design
- Non restricting of movement
- Re-chargeable 7.4V Lithium-ion battery and wall charger included with purchase
Cons:
- Base layer design may restrict layering options or preference
TIDEWE Heated Hunting Vest
The TIDEWE Heated Hunting Vest is easily the best budget value option on our list. It’s a great looking vest with its camo design, but also provides plenty of warmth on the inside with 4 heating zones across the collar, mid-back, and underneath its 2 pockets. You’ll find 3 adjustable heat settings with a simple press of the button and extended working hours to maximize your comfort. 10 hours on low, 6 hours on medium and 3 hours on high heat.
Key Features:
- 4 heating zones
- 3 heat settings
- Polyester design
- Price – $89
Pros:
- Heated collar
- Quick charging time
- 10 working hours on low heat
- Value priced
Cons:
- Limited availability
Milwaukee Heat Vest
The MILWAUKEE Heated Vest is the OG of heated apparel. It’s pretty much the standard that all other heated vests have followed. It’s powered by the popular M12 REDLITHIUM Battery Technology. The vest is lightweight and incredibly durable, built with an advanced heat technology system utilizing carbon fiber heating elements and Quick-Heat functionality, distributing heat 3X faster. The vest features 8 hours run-time on low heat setting.
Key Features:
- Ripstop polyester fabric
- Quick-heat design for faster warmth
- 3 heat settings
- Machine washable
- Chest and back heat zones
- Price – $189
Pros:
- Fast heating
- Rugged design without bulk
- Battery Pass-Thru in front or back for added comfort
- Adjustable waist for added comfort
Cons:
- Specific Milwaukee battery required
- Limited color options
Venture Heat Heated Puffer Vest
Key Features:
- Bluetooth controlled
- Puffer vest design
- 3 on-board heat settings / 10 in-app settings
- Price – $141.75
Pros:
- Easy heat control with Bluetooth option
- Heated collar
- 10 hours run time
- Battery and charger included
- Limited color options
Banded H.E.A.T. Insulated Liner Jacket
The Banded H.E.A.T. Insulated Liner Jacket was built to keep you warm in the coldest of weather with tri-zone multi-level heating design. It has two elements in the chest and a large back element and is filled with 100-g of PrimaLoft silver premium insulation. On the outside, you’ll find it covered in a windproof shell fabric with Durable Water-Resistant (DWR) finish. It has 2 zippered hand pockets, 2 zippered chest pockets, adjustable drawstring waist and elastic cuffs to trap heat.
Key Features:
- Multiple heating levels
- PrimaLoft insulation
- Windproof shell
- Price – $219
Pros:
- Heats fast
- Multiple pockets
- iPhone charging cable in pocket
- 2 length size options – long and short
Cons:
- Batteries sold separately
- Limited availability
Milwaukee Heated Hunting Jacket
Like the Milwaukee Heated Vest, the Heated Jacket delivers a bullet proof design that’s rugged and dependable no matter where the hunt takes you. It’s built with Advanced Heat Technology that combines lightweight and durable carbon fiber heating elements, Quick-Heat functionality and optimized interior liners for the perfect heat in a quiet design. It’s powered by the M12 REDLITHIUM Battery Technology for up to 12 hours heat on the low heat setting, delivering warmth across 3 heat zones in the chest, back and front pockets.
Key Features:
- QuietShell stretch polyester design
- All-day warmth – 12-hour run-time
- 3 heat zones
- Machine washable
- High-loft insulation
- Price – $229
Pros:
- Long battery life
- Realtree camo
- Wind and water resistant
- Adjustable cuffs and waist
Cons:
- Specific battery required
TIDEWE Heated Jacket
Like the TIDEWE vest, the brand’s jacket offers a killer bargain in a garment that’s loaded with features. It features a camo design on the outside and 4 heating zones on the inside, across the collar, mid-back, and underneath its 2 pockets. You’ll find 3 adjustable heat settings with a simple press of the button and extended working hours to maximize your comfort. 10 hours on low, 6 hours on medium and 3 hours on high heat. It runs off an included 5V battery pack with an automatic shut-off, once the temperature is beyond 131 degrees.
Key Features:
- 4 heating zones
- 3 heat settings
- Breathable and silent fleece design
- Machine washable
- Price – $79
Pros:
- Long battery life
- Auto shut-off
- Elastic waist for comfort fit
- Quick charging time
ORORO Heated Hunting Pant
When it comes to heated pants, ORORO has you covered with their Heated Hunting Pant built with a gusset crotch for unrestricted movement for the hike in, or climbing into the stand. They’re built to be water and wind resistant to keep you protected from the changing elements, and warmth comes standard in their FELLEX Insulation. You’ll find 3 heating zones around the lower waist and left and right thigh, with heat delivered for up to 10 hours of runtime on low, 5 hours on medium and 3 hours on high heat.
Key Features:
- Silent tricot water resistant fleece shell
- 3 heating zones
- Fellex insulation, water resistant design
- Mini 5K battery
- Machine washable
- Price – $139
Pros:
- Easy YKK zippers
- Quiet fleece design
- Comfort-friendly battery pocket
- Mossy Oak camo
Cons:
- Requires specific Mini 5K battery
- 4 hours charge time
Pnuma Iconx Heated Core Pant
Like the vest in the Pnuma heated apparel collection, the IconX Heated Core pant is designed to serve as a next to skin base layer to keep you warm and comfortable when the temperatures drop. It’s the perfect blend of warmth, comfort, and performance. Maintaining your core temperature is the key to battling the elements when the weather turns nasty, and this base layer pant design helps you do just that. The pant utilizes undetectable carbon-fiber heating elements that crisscross your lower back and tops of thighs to distribute warmth where you need it most. It features 3 levels of heat available at the push of a button, built into a fabric that boasts unparalleled wicking and muscle support. You’ll get 6 hours run time on low heat setting.
Key Features:
- Base layer design
- HydroWick high-performance hollow wicking fiber
- 3 heating levels
- Price – $169
Pros:
- Athletic fit
- Easy layering
- Warmth without bulk
Cons:
- Base layer design may restrict layering options or preference
FieldSheer Merino Heated Socks
Cold feet are a deal breaker for a lot of hunters. If your feet are freezing, you won’t last long in the stand. If you’re willing to give heated socks a try, you may want to consider the FieldSheer Merino Heated Socks. Their Premium 2.0 Heated Socks are powered by the Powersheer Micro BT 3.7-Volt Lithium-Ion battery that provides long-lasting warmth for up to 10 hours on a single charge. They’re made to not only keep you warm, but to improve circulation to avoid stiffness, muscle fatigue, and soreness. You’ll find heavy cushioning in key areas and heating elements under the front of the foot for maximum comfort and warmth.
Key Features:
- Merino wool blend
- Full-calf length
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Lithium-Ion battery
- 4 heat settings
- Price – $79.99
Pros:
- Merino wool comfort and odor control
- Bluetooth design
- 10 hour runtime
Cons:
- Hefty price tag
Weston Heated Socks
Another great socks option are the Heated Socks from Weston. In fact, they were rated best heated socks of 2021 and 2022. They feature 3 temperature settings to deliver warmth up to 130 degrees, with a constant warmth range for up to 8+ hours. These socks heat up fast, delivering heat to your feet in less than a minute. Heat settings include Low – 110 degrees, Medium – 120 degrees, and High – 130 degrees.
Key Features:
- 3 temperatures settings
- Over-calf design
- Compact battery
- Price – $79.95
Pros:
- Heats up fast
- 8 hour runtime
- Sizes range of 5 -15
Cons:
- Hefty price tag
Banded H.E.A.T. Insulated Gloves
The Banded H.E.A.T. Insulated Gloves offer the same rugged durability you’ll find in other Banded apparel, but are built specifically to keep your hands warm. The gloves have a 3-level adjustable heating element, with 100g PrimaLoft insulation to boot. You’ll find a small, built-in pocket to house the battery that’ll connect via USB power to get the heat started.
Key Features:
- 3 levels of heat
- 100g PrimaLoft insulation
- Price – $109
Pros:
- Rugged design
- Multiple camo options available from Mossy Oak and Realtree
Cons:
- Batteries sold separately
Volt Heated Gloves
The Heated Gloves by Volt round out our list of heated hunting garments and apparel to keep you warm on stand. These gloves are designed with the Mossy Oak Country camo pattern for maximum concealment and a poly fleece material for greater comfort. The gloves provide heat on both sides of the hand and down to the tip of each finger and thumb. They’re powered by 7-volt rechargeable batteries to keep you warm for long hours on stand. The Zero Layer heat system eliminates bulk while providing more efficient heat transfer than other options on the market.
Key Features:
- Poly fleece construction
- Mossy Oak camo
- 4 level controller
- 7-Volt rechargeable batteries
- Price – $199
Pros:
- Waterproof and breathable
- Heats entire hand
- Adjustable wrist strap
- Includes battery and charger
Cons:
- Hefty price tag
Stay warmer in the late-season by adding some of the gear mentioned above to your gear bag this season.
We want to hear from you on what must-have gear you utilize to stay warm when the temperatures drop.
Comment below, and let us know what you think.
