Men's Heated Hoodie: How to Choose, Use and Wash One
A men's heated hoodie runs from a USB power bank. Choose by heating zones, heat settings and pocket, then charge, layer and hand wash it as the manual says.
The Kesslund Team
October 28, 2026 · 7 min read
A men's heated hoodie is a hooded layer with built-in heating elements that run from a USB power bank, so you choose it for the heating zones, the heat settings, the power bank pocket and how it washes. Charge the power bank before you head out, switch the hoodie on at the control button, and wear it as a mid layer or standalone layer on cold days. This guide covers choosing, charging, layering and washing in one place.
How a heated hoodie works
A heated hoodie looks like a regular pullover, but thin heating elements are built into the fabric. A cable links those elements to a USB power bank that sits in an inner pocket. A control button turns the heat on and steps through the heat settings.
The hoodie does not hold a charge itself. The power bank does, so the hoodie is only as ready as the bank you pack. That is why charging gets its own section below.
Heated hoodies suit cold-weather days outdoors: standing at a trailhead, sitting on a boat or a dock, watching a game, or working in a cold yard. For warm weather, a heated hoodie is the wrong tool. Pick a light, breathable, non-heated hoodie instead.
Choosing a men's heated hoodie: seven checks
Brand pages list features. What matters is how those features fit the way you will wear the hoodie. Work through the checks in the table before you compare anything else.
| Check | What to look for | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Heating zones | Number and placement across the body | Check where the elements sit on the product page and which areas they cover |
| Heat settings | Three settings with a light that shows the active one | You can step the heat up or down as the day changes |
| Side control | Left and right adjust independently | Useful if one side faces wind or you carry a bag on one shoulder |
| Power source | Which USB power bank size and voltage it takes | Decides what you buy and carry |
| Hidden inner pocket for the bank | Gives the bank and cable a set place on the hoodie | |
| Fabric | Dense, tightly woven | Affects how it layers under a shell |
| Washing | Hand wash, nothing to disassemble | Decides how much care it needs after a trip |
Some heated hoodies use fleece on the outside. If you want a fleece heated hoodie, check the care label and the product page for how the heating parts are handled in the wash. Compare the fabric you are considering with the shell you plan to wear over it.
A heated hoodie we stock
The GlowLoom is a heated hoodie with 17 carbon fiber heating zones and three heat settings. A control button lights up blue, white or red so you can see which setting is active. The left and right sides adjust independently.
It runs from a USB power bank that you carry in a hidden inner pocket. The fabric is dense and tightly woven, and the hoodie works as a standalone layer. The power bank is not included, so you supply your own.
In this guideGlowLoom$89.99View
Power bank and charging
The GlowLoom holds a 10,000mAh power bank in its hidden inner pocket, connected by USB cable. Any 5V bank of that capacity works. Because the bank is not in the box, add it to your purchase list.
Charging checklist
- Charge the power bank fully at home before each outing, using the charger and cable the bank's manual lists.
- Charge it on a hard, dry surface, not inside the hoodie pocket and not under bedding.
- Pack the USB cable with the hoodie so the pair stays together.
- Carry a second charged bank on long days so you can swap it in.
- Check the bank's label for its voltage and capacity before you buy a replacement.
Carry the bank in the inner pocket rather than in an outer pack or a vehicle, and check its manual for cold-weather use and storage. Do not use any bank that is damaged or swollen.
How to use a heated hoodie
Here is the sequence for the GlowLoom. Other hoodies follow a similar pattern, but check your manual.
- Slide the charged 10,000mAh power bank into the hidden inner pocket.
- Connect the USB cable to the bank.
- Press and hold either control button to switch the heating system on.
- Tap the button to step through the three heat settings. The light shows blue, white or red for the active one.
- Set the left and right sides on their own if you want different heat on each.
- When you finish, switch the hoodie off and disconnect the cable before taking the bank out.
Start on a lower setting and step up once you know how the hoodie works over your base layer. Keep the cable flat and out of the way when you sit or lean on a seat back.
If any area seems too warm, lower the setting or switch the hoodie off, and follow the manual on use around children or anyone who cannot easily adjust the heat. If the hoodie, cable or bank looks damaged, do not use it and follow the manual.
Field note
Put the hoodie on and switch it on before you step outside, then adjust each side to suit the wind direction.
Layering and fit
The GlowLoom works as a standalone layer, so a plain base layer underneath and nothing over it is a simple starting point on a cool, dry day. A thin moisture-wicking base layer suits walking or working, when you may sweat.
Layering by conditions
| Conditions | Base | Middle | Outer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold, calm, dry | Light base layer | Heated hoodie | None needed |
| Windy | Light base layer | Heated hoodie | Wind shell |
| Wet or snowy | Light base layer | Heated hoodie | Rain shell over the hoodie |
| Very cold and still | Warmer base layer | Heated hoodie | Insulated jacket, loose enough not to press on the cable |
The dense, tightly woven fabric lets you add a shell over the hoodie when you plan for wind or wet weather. Leave room in the outer layer so it does not tug the cable or squeeze the power bank pocket.
Fit
Check the size chart on the product page and try the hoodie over the base layer you plan to wear. Look for room through the chest and shoulders so the hoodie sits flat against that layer without pulling.
Check sleeve and hem length too. Raise your arms and sit down: the sleeves should still cover your wrists and the hem should not ride up past your waistband. A loose, bulky fit can leave gaps between the body and the elements, so pick the size you can wear with a shell on top.
For head-to-toe cold-weather layering, our guide to men's heated socks covers battery, heat settings and fit for your feet. If you are weighing a jacket instead, the men's heated jacket guide covers heat zones and fit.
Washing and care
Heated apparel needs a few extra steps compared with an ordinary sweatshirt. For the GlowLoom, unplug the power bank and tuck the cable into its pocket before washing. The hoodie is hand washed in cold water, and there are no parts to take apart.
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| After each trip | Switch off, unplug, and take the power bank out of the pocket |
| Before washing | Tuck the cable into its pocket, then check the care label and manual |
| Washing | Hand wash in cold water |
| Drying | Dry as the care label and manual direct, and let it dry completely before connecting power |
| Storage | Store the hoodie and bank as the manual directs, with the cable packed alongside |
Do not connect power to a damp hoodie. Once it is fully dry, check the cable and pocket before the next outing. Skip the washing machine unless the manual allows it.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Buying a hoodie without checking that you need a separate power bank, and what size it takes.
- Starting a long day with a half-charged bank and no spare.
- Wearing a tight outer layer that presses on the pocket or cable.
- Washing with the bank or cable still connected.
- Choosing a heated hoodie for mild weather, when a regular hoodie fits the day.
Browse the full Heated Apparel & Cold Weather Gear collection if you want to compare other cold-weather pieces next to a hoodie.
