It’s been so cold this winter that even Florida, Texas, and Georgia have seen snow. And while a native Northeasterner like myself may be used to this level of cold, I still have difficulty keeping my most vulnerable parts warm, especially my feet, nose, and hands. 

Fortunately for the latter, a good set of hand warmers can be effective, and I found Ocoopa’s rechargeable hand warmers just before we hit single-digit temperatures weeks ago — temperatures are set to drop once again. In my search for typical disposable hand warmers, I discovered this rechargeable pair with adjustable settings. The set only costs $20, and the reusable design will save me money over the next several winters; plus, the warmers are compact and portable, perfect for when I’m traveling to cold places. I’m never going back to the throw-away option.

Ocoopa Magnetic Rechargeable Hand Warmers

Gloves are great, but they can only do so much, so I keep these devices in my bag when the weather goes below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The reusable hand warmers have three temperature settings that go up to 126 degrees Fahrenheit, but the lowest setting has provided more than enough warmth for my hands even in the coldest weather. Plus, using them at the lowest temperature lasts up to eight hours on a single charge, which has been plenty of time for any activity. So if you’re exploring a city like Paris in the winter, you can take photos and enjoy outdoor experiences without your hands suffering.

The hand warmers come in nine colors, including two floral patterns etched with white trim that makes them stand out in a crowded bag. That’s a small detail that has had a big impact: I always have too much stuff in my purse, so I appreciate that they’re easy to find. They each come with a lanyard, too, which I slip around my wrist when I’m walking my dog to ensure that I don’t drop them.  

One of my favorite features of these hand warmers is their size. My main concern when switching from disposable to rechargeable hand warmers was the shape and bulkiness of others I’ve seen, but these Ocoopa hand warmers have a sleek design that fits in my hands without feeling cumbersome. 

I used to swear by Hot Hands hand warmers, but I always felt wasteful throwing them away when I was done. With these rechargeable warmers, I’m getting more bang for my buck. They’ll last me for years and create less waste. Plus, they don’t need to be activated in any way; they almost instantly heat up, and I can control how hot they get. And the dual-charge USB cord means that I can charge both at the same time.

Hand warmers might seem like an odd Valentine’s Day gift idea, but my husband works at a golf course (and enjoys playing in his spare time), loves to attend football games, and never pays for garage parking, so he’ll be grateful to get his hands on these — literally.

This design was perfect for me, but if you’re still looking for rechargeable hand warmers that suit your style, check out these other top-rated picks at Amazon, all for $20 or less.

Guitimo Rechargeable Hand Warmers 

Ocoopa Electric Rechargeable Hand Warmers

Orastone Rechargeable Hand Warmer

MKG Hand Warmers Rechargeable

Ocoopa Diamond-Shape Rechargeable Handwarmers

Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we’ll send you our favorite travel products each week.