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The Best Oven Mitts

Most models are either annoyingly bulky or dangerously skimpy. We evaluated three styles—mitts, gloves, and double mitts—in a quest to find a set that offered both safety and dexterity.

Top Pick

  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

WinnerOXO Silicone Oven Mitt

These oven mitts kept our hands comfortably cool and in control when holding hot equipment or reaching into a hot oven. When compressed, they were the thickest of the models with a silicone exterior. The silicone is heavily textured for better grip, and because it flexed with our hands, we could easily pinch thin cookie sheets and small handles or knobs. The fabric lining moved around inside the mitts at times during use, but it stayed put better than the linings of other models. The mitts can be machine-washed, but they have to be laid flat to dry. The silicone became permanently stained.
Model Number: 11219700 (teal)Style: MittMaterials: Silicone, cotton, and CellucottonDimensions: 13 x 6¼ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 3 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 22 secPrice at Time of Testing: $14.99 each ($29.98 for 2)
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
These oven mitts kept our hands comfortably cool and in control when holding hot equipment or reaching into a hot oven. When compressed, they were the thickest of the models with a silicone exterior. The silicone is heavily textured for better grip, and because it flexed with our hands, we could easily pinch thin cookie sheets and small handles or knobs. The fabric lining moved around inside the mitts at times during use, but it stayed put better than the linings of other models. The mitts can be machine-washed, but they have to be laid flat to dry. The silicone became permanently stained.
Model Number: 11219700 (teal)Style: MittMaterials: Silicone, cotton, and CellucottonDimensions: 13 x 6¼ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 3 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 22 secPrice at Time of Testing: $14.99 each ($29.98 for 2)

What You Need to Know

When you invest in a sturdy chef’s knife, cooking immediately becomes easier, safer, and more satisfying. The same thing is true of a good pair of oven mitts. You don’t need to worry about burning your hand on a hot skillet handle or dropping a stockpot full of boiling water halfway between the stovetop and kitchen sink. 

We’ve long recommended the San Jamar Cool Touch Flame Oven Mitt and the Mastrad Silicone Mitt Plus. They keep our hands and forearms safe from the heat of the oven and kitchen equipment, but they’re both more cumbersome than we would like. On occasion, we’ve squished cookies (don’t worry, we still ate them) or dragged their wide sleeves over the bubbling surfaces of casseroles. Seeking a pair that let us work safely and nimbly, we purchased nine ambidextrous models in a range of styles. Five were fairly traditional-looking models shaped like mittens. The designs of the other four models were more innovative. Two were gloves, with individual sections for each finger and our thumbs that were meant to fit fairly snugly. The final two were “double mitts,” which are basically two pocketed pot holders connected by swaths of fabric that are presumably intended to protect a cook’s forearms from heat. Some of the mitts were sold singly and some were sold in sets; we purchased second copies of all the mitts sold singly. We used them to maneuver sheets of cookies, full cake pans, and pie plates lined with pie dough into, around, and out of hot ovens; carry and empty Dutch ovens filled with boiling water; and lift and maneuver ripping-hot cast-iron skillets that each contained a 4-pound roast chicken. We also evaluated how well the mitts protected our hands and forearms from heat and how easy they were to clean. 

Five of the nine models we tested were traditional-looking mitts (left). We also tested two sets of gloves (center). The final two were double mitts (right), which resemble pot holders attached by a swatch of fabric.

Comparing the Innovative Models 

We started by assessing the fit and agility of the innovative models. First up: the two double mitts. The mitts of both these models were made of fairly flexible cotton (or cotton and polyester) and were roughly the same size and shape. We liked that we could push our hands all the way into the corners of the mitts’ pockets, which allowed us to easily pinch the edges of cookie sheets or small knobs and handles. That said, there was no clear advantage to this style (and there were plenty of drawbacks). When we used both hands to carry an item, the connecting strips of fabric that were supposed to protect our forearms from heat drooped ineffectually between them. And when we needed to use our hands for two different tasks, such as holding a skillet handle while stirring a pan sauce, we had to work with our hands awkwardly tethered together or opt to cover one hand and let the other mitt dangle dangerously from our wrist.

When we worked at the stovetop, the double mitts were often a nuisance. We either had to work with our hands tethered together or allow half of the mitt to dangle from our wrist.

The two sets of oven gloves in our lineup were made with heat-resistant synthetic fibers called aramid, and the surfaces of both were adorned on both sides with silicone strips to ensure a steady grip. One set of gloves was available in only one size, and testers with smaller hands noted that these gloves were too wide and too long; the excess fabric at the end of their fingertips flopped around and limited their dexterity. The other model was available in two sizes: a larger version and a more petite version that fit testers with smaller hands well. We liked that all the gloves allowed us to move each finger independently. However, both sets fit snugly and took some effort to tug onto our hands.

Comparing the Traditionally Shaped Oven Mitts

The five traditional oven mitts in our lineup varied considerably in material, size, and design. One was cotton with grippy silicone stripes on both sides, while another was made with patented versions of aramid called Nomex and Kevlar; both these models had thick stuffing. The exteriors of the other three mitts were made of silicone, and each had fabric linings that ranged from slightly padded to fairly thin. When evaluating the maneuverability and dexterity of this style of mitt, we considered fit to be an important factor. Our previous winner, from San Jamar, was about an inch wider than every other model we tested and very puffy. It was easy to slip on, which we liked, but testers with smaller and average-size hands noted that the excess material surrounding their hands got in their way. One described the mitts as “cavernous,” and some noted that the mitts at times rotated around their hands, making their grip on hot kitchen equipment feel unsteady.

Our favorite models (including the one on the left) were streamlined and flexed with our hands. Some (like the one on the right) were too bulky, which made us feel clumsy and our movements feel imprecise.

While using the three silicone mitts, we noticed that the rigid outer material of some models didn’t flex with our hands when we scrunched our fingers. As a result, these mitts fit well when our hands were flat but became surprisingly bulky when we wrapped our hands around a piece of equipment. The long, rigid silicone exterior of the Mastrad mitt sometimes extended beyond our fingertips by as much as 2 inches. This fit issue was compounded by the fact that this model’s thumb is positioned in the center of the mitt rather than at the side as with the other, lobster claw–shaped models. Some testers liked this placement, but others found that it made the glove less versatile and less intuitive; they had to pause and think about how to orient their hands before reaching for an item. We preferred more streamlined, classically designed mitts because they were easy to put on and they fit us securely.

Safety Matters Most

In terms of safety, our initial impressions were positive. Each model provided a secure grip and offered enough heat protection when handling relatively thin, lightweight bakeware. But when handling heavier Dutch ovens and skillets, some of the models—including our previous winner—didn’t keep our hands safe from the heat for as long as we wanted.

To get a clearer read on those differences, we decided to measure how quickly heat radiated through the mitts in simulated kitchen scenarios. We devised a test that was reasonable and realistic but considerably more rigorous than the ones we ran during our last evaluation of oven mitts. We heated a cast-iron skillet until its handle was a scorching 320 degrees and timed how long we could comfortably grip it with each model. We did this test twice and averaged the results. With the worst models, we could comfortably hold the hot skillet handle for only 6 seconds. Our old favorite lasted just 10 seconds, confirming what we had observed during our earlier kitchen tests. The three best models—all of which were oven mitts—kept our hands comfortably cool for 18 to 31.5 seconds, long enough to safely transfer a hot skillet from the oven to the stovetop or transport a heavy Dutch oven full of boiling water to the sink.

An oven mitt is good only if it’s protective. We set up a test that allowed us to compare the models’ performance. First, we heated a cast-iron skillet in a 400-degree oven for an hour. We then timed how long we could grip the handle—which was a scorching-hot 320 degrees—with each model. Models made mostly from silicone did the best job of protecting our hand from the heat. With them, we could grip the hot handle for upwards of 18 seconds.

Why did some of the models in our lineup protect our hands from heat so much better than others? There are a few explanations. The two oven gloves had a fairly open weave, and heat was able to penetrate through the many tiny gaps between the synthetic fibers and reach our hands. Thickness was also a key factor. When we compressed each model (to mimic what happens when it is squeezed tightly to grasp an item) and measured its thickness, the measurements ranged from 1.5 millimeters to 5 millimeters. For the models made primarily from fabric, thicker was better. Thinner models weren't protective enough; the only primarily fabric model we liked was fairly thick at 5 millimeters. The best and most protective mitts were made mostly from silicone, which doesn't need to be as thick and bulky as fabric to be protective.

Cleanup and Durability

Before we could finalize our rankings, we considered how easy the nine sets were to clean. Because heat travels quickly through moisture and grease and can lead to burns, regularly cleaning your oven mitts is not only a question of aesthetics but also one of safety. It’s important that the mitts are sturdy enough to withstand regular washing. We started by smearing each model with a mix of marinara sauce and turmeric. After numerous washings, all the sets were permanently stained, which was a disappointment, but not a deal breaker. The bigger differences arose from how easy they were to clean and how well they stood up to that cleaning. One oven mitt could be conveniently taken apart—its silicone shell was dishwasher-safe, and its cotton lining was machine washable—but the liner began to separate along a seam after three laundry cycles. Another mitt also became damaged; it sported a small tab with a magnet (so that you can hang the mitt on the refrigerator), but the magnet detached and we had to pry it off the barrel of the washing machine. Our favorite models were machine washable and showed no signs of wear and tear aside from the marinara stains. That said, even the best models are not meant to withstand prolonged exposure to ultrahot temperatures. Silicone will start to break down if it spends more than 30 seconds above 500 degrees, while aramid can withstand 30-second exposures to 900 degrees. To protect your oven mitts, don’t use them as trivets under hot items.

The Best Oven Mitt: OXO Silicone Oven Mitt

We had hoped to find a model that offered superior heat protection and didn’t limit our dexterity. Unfortunately, none of the innovative oven gloves or double mitts met these dual requirements. We overwhelmingly preferred traditional oven mitts. One, the OXO Silicone Oven Mitt, surpassed the rest. Made from fairly thick silicone with a padded cotton lining, it offered good protection from heat. We liked that the silicone exterior flexed with our hands as we gripped cookware handles or knobs and pinched cookie sheets and that the silicone was heavily textured. Both these factors helped ensure that our grip was secure, whether we were handling a thin cookie sheet or a heavy cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven. While the silicone became stained when we brushed it with turmeric-tinted marinara sauce and we had to lay the mitt flat to dry after machine washing it, we consider those two things a small price to pay in exchange for keeping our hands and forearms safe when things heat up in the kitchen.

The Tests

  • Test assortment of mitts, gloves, and double mitts
  • Working in a hot oven, rotate and remove a cookie sheet filled with cookies
  • Lift and remove a Dutch oven filled with boiling water from a hot oven, and then pour the water into the sink
  • Maneuver a pie plate filled with fragile raw pie dough into a hot oven and then out of the oven once the pie crust is baked
  • Working in a hot oven, rotate and remove a full cake pan
  • Transfer a hot cast-iron skillet, weighed down with a 4-pound roast chicken, from the stovetop to a hot oven and back again
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet until the handle registers 320 degrees, and then time how long we can comfortably grip the skillet’s handle
  • Compress each mitt and measure its thickness
  • Stain each mitt with 1 tablespoon of turmeric-spiked marinara sauce, set it aside for 24 hours, and then launder it five times according to the manufacturer’s directions


How We Rated

  • Heat Protection: We noted if models kept our hands cool during real-life kitchen tests and timed how long we could comfortably hold a 320-degree handle on a cast-iron skillet.
  • Dexterity: We rated the models on how easily we could lift, hold, and maneuver hot equipment while wearing them. 
  • Cleanup: We considered how easy the models were to wash and dry. We also evaluated them for signs of damage.

  • Flexible material that moves with user’s hand
  • Offers enough heat protection to hold a hot cast-iron skillet handle for at least 13 seconds
  • Machine washable
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Good 3 Stars out of 3.
Fair 2 Stars out of 3.
Poor 1 Star out of 3.

Highly Recommended

  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

WinnerOXO Silicone Oven Mitt

These oven mitts kept our hands comfortably cool and in control when holding hot equipment or reaching into a hot oven. When compressed, they were the thickest of the models with a silicone exterior. The silicone is heavily textured for better grip, and because it flexed with our hands, we could easily pinch thin cookie sheets and small handles or knobs. The fabric lining moved around inside the mitts at times during use, but it stayed put better than the linings of other models. The mitts can be machine-washed, but they have to be laid flat to dry. The silicone became permanently stained.
Model Number: 11219700 (teal)Style: MittMaterials: Silicone, cotton, and CellucottonDimensions: 13 x 6¼ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 3 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 22 secPrice at Time of Testing: $14.99 each ($29.98 for 2)
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
These oven mitts kept our hands comfortably cool and in control when holding hot equipment or reaching into a hot oven. When compressed, they were the thickest of the models with a silicone exterior. The silicone is heavily textured for better grip, and because it flexed with our hands, we could easily pinch thin cookie sheets and small handles or knobs. The fabric lining moved around inside the mitts at times during use, but it stayed put better than the linings of other models. The mitts can be machine-washed, but they have to be laid flat to dry. The silicone became permanently stained.
Model Number: 11219700 (teal)Style: MittMaterials: Silicone, cotton, and CellucottonDimensions: 13 x 6¼ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 3 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 22 secPrice at Time of Testing: $14.99 each ($29.98 for 2)

Recommended

  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

Big Red House Oven Mitts

With exteriors of thick, red fabric striped with silicone, this set performed reliably. Although another fabric model appeared to be as padded as this set, this pair was slightly thicker when compressed. When we flexed our hands while wearing these mitts, the lining stayed put, but testers noted that their thicker design made them a bit bulkier and blunter at the fingertips than our favorite model. And even though these mitts were thicker than our winner when compressed, we couldn't grip a hot cast-iron skillet for quite as long.
Model Number: Style: MittMaterials: Cotton, silicone, and polyesterDimensions: 12¾ x 6 inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 13.5 secPrice at Time of Testing: $13.99 for set of 2
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
With exteriors of thick, red fabric striped with silicone, this set performed reliably. Although another fabric model appeared to be as padded as this set, this pair was slightly thicker when compressed. When we flexed our hands while wearing these mitts, the lining stayed put, but testers noted that their thicker design made them a bit bulkier and blunter at the fingertips than our favorite model. And even though these mitts were thicker than our winner when compressed, we couldn't grip a hot cast-iron skillet for quite as long.
Model Number: Style: MittMaterials: Cotton, silicone, and polyesterDimensions: 12¾ x 6 inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 13.5 secPrice at Time of Testing: $13.99 for set of 2

Recommended with reservations

  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

Homwe Silicone Oven Mitts

These thin and flexible silicone mitts kept our hands comfortable and felt relatively nimble, particularly when we were carrying thin or lightweight bakeware. However, when working with heavier hot items, our hands sometimes felt a bit warmer (but not hot enough to cause alarm) than they did in the top silicone mitt. We also noticed that the fabric lining often moved around and bunched up inside the mitts as we were using them. Because their exteriors are made mostly of silicone, we could wash off debris or grease by hand, but we recommend a thorough machine washing as needed.
Model Number: Style: MittMaterials: Silicone, cotton, and polyesterDimensions: 14½ x 6½ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 2 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 18 secPrice at Time of Testing: $16.97 for set of 2
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
These thin and flexible silicone mitts kept our hands comfortable and felt relatively nimble, particularly when we were carrying thin or lightweight bakeware. However, when working with heavier hot items, our hands sometimes felt a bit warmer (but not hot enough to cause alarm) than they did in the top silicone mitt. We also noticed that the fabric lining often moved around and bunched up inside the mitts as we were using them. Because their exteriors are made mostly of silicone, we could wash off debris or grease by hand, but we recommend a thorough machine washing as needed.
Model Number: Style: MittMaterials: Silicone, cotton, and polyesterDimensions: 14½ x 6½ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 2 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 18 secPrice at Time of Testing: $16.97 for set of 2
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

Mastrad Silicone Mitt Plus

These cotton-lined silicone mitts provided great heat protection, but we had to sacrifice some dexterity. At times, the cotton liner moved around inside the mitt while we were using it, and the rigid silicone shell didn’t flex with our hands as we grasped items and got in our way. Some testers felt that the placement of the thumb (below the fingers instead of next to them) made using these mitts a bit less intuitive than using lobster claw–shaped models. We liked that the mitts can be easily taken apart and cleaned—the silicone shell is dishwasher-safe, and the cotton liner can be machine-washed and machine-dried, but the seam on the liner came loose after just three laundry cycles.
Model Number: 82301 (charcoal) Style: MittMaterials: Silicone and cottonDimensions: 11½ x 5 inCare Instructions: Dishwasher (silicone shell), machine-wash and machine-dry (removable lining)Thickness When Compressed: 2.5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 31.5 secPrice at Time of Testing: $13.29 each ($26.58 for 2)
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
These cotton-lined silicone mitts provided great heat protection, but we had to sacrifice some dexterity. At times, the cotton liner moved around inside the mitt while we were using it, and the rigid silicone shell didn’t flex with our hands as we grasped items and got in our way. Some testers felt that the placement of the thumb (below the fingers instead of next to them) made using these mitts a bit less intuitive than using lobster claw–shaped models. We liked that the mitts can be easily taken apart and cleaned—the silicone shell is dishwasher-safe, and the cotton liner can be machine-washed and machine-dried, but the seam on the liner came loose after just three laundry cycles.
Model Number: 82301 (charcoal) Style: MittMaterials: Silicone and cottonDimensions: 11½ x 5 inCare Instructions: Dishwasher (silicone shell), machine-wash and machine-dry (removable lining)Thickness When Compressed: 2.5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 31.5 secPrice at Time of Testing: $13.29 each ($26.58 for 2)

Not Recommended

  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

San Jamar Cool Touch Flame Oven Mitt

These were the biggest, widest, bulkiest mitts in our lineup. Testers with small and average-size hands noted that they felt clumsy and imprecise. They fit on larger hands better, though one tester still described these mitts as “cavernous.” Unfortunately, in the more rigorous (though realistic) temperature tests we devised for this review, these mitts didn’t protect our hands from the heat as well as other models did. We had to release the hot cast-iron skillet handle after only 10 seconds, which isn’t enough time to carry a hot item through a kitchen. A magnet sewn into a tab near the top of the oven mitt allowed us to hang the oven mitt on the refrigerator for easy access, but the magnet came loose in the washing machine.
Model Number: KT0215 (15 inches)Style: MittMaterials: Kevlar, cottonDimensions: 14 x 7¼ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash and machine-dryThickness When Compressed: 3 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 10 secPrice at Time of Testing: $32.99 each ($65.98 for 2)
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
These were the biggest, widest, bulkiest mitts in our lineup. Testers with small and average-size hands noted that they felt clumsy and imprecise. They fit on larger hands better, though one tester still described these mitts as “cavernous.” Unfortunately, in the more rigorous (though realistic) temperature tests we devised for this review, these mitts didn’t protect our hands from the heat as well as other models did. We had to release the hot cast-iron skillet handle after only 10 seconds, which isn’t enough time to carry a hot item through a kitchen. A magnet sewn into a tab near the top of the oven mitt allowed us to hang the oven mitt on the refrigerator for easy access, but the magnet came loose in the washing machine.
Model Number: KT0215 (15 inches)Style: MittMaterials: Kevlar, cottonDimensions: 14 x 7¼ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash and machine-dryThickness When Compressed: 3 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 10 secPrice at Time of Testing: $32.99 each ($65.98 for 2)
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

Grill Armor Gloves

These gloves come in two sizes, so testers were more likely to find a pair that fit snugly on their hands. Testers using the small size noted that their hands felt nimble and were able to work precisely. Unfortunately, these gloves didn’t offer adequate protection. When we pinched the hot knob atop a Dutch oven lid, heat raced through the material to our hands. Aramid is generally quite protective, but the gloves’ open weave allowed heat to penetrate. We’re hopeful that a future version of these gloves will offer better protection because we loved that they fit tightly and gave us full control over each of our fingers.
Model Number: COMINHKPR61933Style: GloveMaterials: M-ARAMID, P-ARAMID, cottonDimensions: 10 x 6 inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 2.5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 7.5 secPrice at Time of Testing: $26.00 for set of 2
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
These gloves come in two sizes, so testers were more likely to find a pair that fit snugly on their hands. Testers using the small size noted that their hands felt nimble and were able to work precisely. Unfortunately, these gloves didn’t offer adequate protection. When we pinched the hot knob atop a Dutch oven lid, heat raced through the material to our hands. Aramid is generally quite protective, but the gloves’ open weave allowed heat to penetrate. We’re hopeful that a future version of these gloves will offer better protection because we loved that they fit tightly and gave us full control over each of our fingers.
Model Number: COMINHKPR61933Style: GloveMaterials: M-ARAMID, P-ARAMID, cottonDimensions: 10 x 6 inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 2.5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 7.5 secPrice at Time of Testing: $26.00 for set of 2
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

‘Ove’ Glove

Although they look like the other gloves in our lineup, this model is available in only one size, and testers with smaller hands noted that it was too large. Excess fabric flopped around at our fingertips and impeded what would otherwise have been a precise grip. The gloves were protective when we were handling thin, lightweight equipment but provided insufficient protection when we were handling heavier items that resulted in more compression.
Model Number: Style: GloveMaterials: Meta-aramid fiber, cotton, polyester Dimensions: 10½ x 6½ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 2.5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 11 secPrice at Time of Testing: $19.99 for set of 2
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
Although they look like the other gloves in our lineup, this model is available in only one size, and testers with smaller hands noted that it was too large. Excess fabric flopped around at our fingertips and impeded what would otherwise have been a precise grip. The gloves were protective when we were handling thin, lightweight equipment but provided insufficient protection when we were handling heavier items that resulted in more compression.
Model Number: Style: GloveMaterials: Meta-aramid fiber, cotton, polyester Dimensions: 10½ x 6½ inCare Instructions: Machine-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 2.5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 11 secPrice at Time of Testing: $19.99 for set of 2
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

DII Quilted Terry Double Oven Mitt

We were intrigued by this design—two pocketed pot holders connected by a swath of fabric. We liked that we could push our fingers into the corners of the pockets and get a secure grip on items. However, that swath of fabric was a nuisance: It drooped between our hands and forced us to choose between keeping our hands tethered together or allowing it to dangle from one hand. Worst of all, the mitt’s fabric was thin when compressed and didn’t offer adequate heat protection during real-life applications.
Model Number: CAMZ38520Style: Double mittMaterial: CottonMaterial: CottonDimensions: 37 x 8 in (overall), 8⅜ x 8 in (mitts)Care Instructions: Machine-wash and machine-dryThickness When Compressed: 1.75 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 7 secPrice at Time of Testing: $9.99
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
We were intrigued by this design—two pocketed pot holders connected by a swath of fabric. We liked that we could push our fingers into the corners of the pockets and get a secure grip on items. However, that swath of fabric was a nuisance: It drooped between our hands and forced us to choose between keeping our hands tethered together or allowing it to dangle from one hand. Worst of all, the mitt’s fabric was thin when compressed and didn’t offer adequate heat protection during real-life applications.
Model Number: CAMZ38520Style: Double mittMaterial: CottonMaterial: CottonDimensions: 37 x 8 in (overall), 8⅜ x 8 in (mitts)Care Instructions: Machine-wash and machine-dryThickness When Compressed: 1.75 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 7 secPrice at Time of Testing: $9.99
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  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection

Cuisinart Quilted Double Oven Mitt

Like the other double mitt we tested, the swath of fabric connecting the two ends was often more annoying than helpful. The mitt’s fabric allowed us to comfortably grip the skillet’s handle for just 6 seconds—nowhere near long enough to ensure safety.
Model Number: Style: Double mittMaterial: Cotton, polyester Dimensions: 35 x 7½ in (overall), 9⅛ x 7½ in (mitts)Care Instructions: Hand-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 1.5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 6 sec Price at Time of Testing: $19.98
  • Cleanup
  • Dexterity
  • Heat Protection
Like the other double mitt we tested, the swath of fabric connecting the two ends was often more annoying than helpful. The mitt’s fabric allowed us to comfortably grip the skillet’s handle for just 6 seconds—nowhere near long enough to ensure safety.
Model Number: Style: Double mittMaterial: Cotton, polyester Dimensions: 35 x 7½ in (overall), 9⅛ x 7½ in (mitts)Care Instructions: Hand-wash, then air-dryThickness When Compressed: 1.5 mmTime User Could Hold Preheated Skillet: 6 sec Price at Time of Testing: $19.98

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