Boxing gloves are the most important part of your sports equipment for martial arts such as boxing and kickboxing. Our range includes more than 300 models—and that extensive selection is precisely what makes choosing difficult.
That’s why this best-buy guide has been created specifically for women. We looked at which boxing gloves are most suitable for women—not based on color, but on fit, protection, and build quality.
Women's boxing gloves: what makes the difference?
There are no actual boxing gloves specifically designed for women—boxing gloves are almost always unisex. Women's boxing gloves actually differ only in color and weight. Nevertheless, brands such as Twins, Hayabusa, Booster, and XPRT Fight Gear also specifically target women.
What do we look for?
Fit & comfort - does the glove fit snugly without pinching, with a good grip bar, ventilation, and adjustability for narrower wrists and hands?
Protection & support - the quality of the padding, wrist support through the closure and construction.
Build quality - materials, finishing, stitching, and the durability of the padding during intensive use.
We rate them on a scale of 1 to 10. Price is not a scoring criterion—we preselected the gloves for the category up to 100 euros.
This is part one of the best-buy guide to women's boxing gloves: the category up to 100 euros—the best starting point for beginners.
Comparison: Top 3 women's boxing gloves under 100 euros
Model
Fit
Protection
Quality
XPRT Top Gloves
8/10
8/10
8/10
XPRT Pro V3
7/10
8/10
9/10
King Pro Boxing Revo
8/10
7/10
6/10
Model
Total
Best for
XPRT Top Gloves
8.0
Women with narrower hands, leather under €100
XPRT Pro V3
8.0
Wide fit, ventilation, leather under €100
King Pro Boxing Revo
7.0
Beginners, recreational use, synthetic leather
1. XPRT Top Gloves
The XPRT Top Gloves are well below the €100 mark. We have been selling this leather boxing glove model for almost 20 years and can honestly say that it is a real steal in terms of value for money. A relatively basic glove, without marketing gimmicks—but of exceptionally high quality for this price range.
Fit & comfort - Score: 8/10
The fit of the XPRT Top Gloves is excellent. This glove is particularly suitable for women because of its slightly narrower and more compact interior. They may feel a little tight for some men, but for most women with slimmer hands, this is actually a plus. They fit well over handwraps and gradually mold to your hands over time.
Protection & support - Score: 8/10
The padding has proven to be excellent—thick enough to protect your hands and firm enough not to soften too quickly. The padding in the palms provides extra protection when catching punches. The hook-and-loop closure is classic but solid and contributes to wrist support.
Build quality - Score: 8/10
The exterior is made of sturdy leather that is exceptionally durable. The inner lining is made of strong polyester and is of excellent quality. Since we offer a very competitive price for a solid leather boxing glove, we give the Top Gloves a well-deserved score of 8.
Excellent glove for women. Highly recommended for heavy bag training as well.
The second model in this top 3 is also a true value-for-money winner. The XPRT Pro V3 come in just under the €100 mark, making them almost unbeatable. We have carried this model since 2010, and it is by far our best-selling boxing glove of recent years. It now has more than 100 impartial customer reviews, with a score of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Fit & comfort - Score: 7/10
The fit of the XPRT Pro V3 is very good—generally more comfortable than the Top Gloves, but slightly wider in design. For most women, the Top Gloves are a little more suitable due to their more compact fit. A major plus: the Pro V3 are comfortable right away, with no break-in period. Ventilation holes in the palm provide better airflow.
Protection & support - Score: 8/10
The padding is exceptionally good and compares favorably with many much more expensive boxing gloves. The Pro V3 has particularly thick, forgiving padding on the striking surface—soft enough for the training partner, yet firm enough not to become softer too quickly. The wide hook-and-loop closure contributes to wrist support.
Build quality - Score: 9/10
The exterior is made of sturdy, soft leather that is durable and has a luxurious appearance. Everything looks just a little more beautiful and luxuriously finished than the Top Gloves. For a pair of leather boxing gloves at an exceptionally competitive price, a very well-deserved 9 points.
These boxing gloves look really nice. They are beautifully colored and exactly as shown in the photo. They are also genuinely top quality. My trainer was amazed that I was able to buy them at this price. I’m very happy with them.
XPRT Pro V3 - Gallery
Advantages
Best-selling boxing glove in our range
Comfortable right away—no break-in period
Ventilation holes in the palm
Disadvantages
Slightly wider in design—less suitable for small hands
The third model comes from the Thai brand King Pro Boxing. Available in 3 color combinations and all common sizes (10 to 16 oz). A genuine boxing glove for beginners and recreationalists with a comfortable fit—not made from the highest-quality materials, but they look good and sell like hot cakes. Matching shin guards are also available for kickboxers.
Fit & comfort - Score: 8/10
The fit is more than adequate to very good. Made from synthetic leather, they are supple enough right away to put on easily. The Revos have mesh panels for ventilation—in practice, they breathe considerably less well than the leather models in this top 3. The comfort is very good, however, and the hook-and-loop closure fastens easily.
Protection & support - Score: 7/10
The padding is adequate but feels very soft. Do not expect the padding to remain firm for very long with regular use. For beginners, it does provide the right level of protection. The hook-and-loop closure is wide but softer than on the XPRT models and offers slightly less support.
Build quality - Score: 6/10
The synthetic leather Revos cannot match the build quality of the Top Gloves and Pro V3, both of which are made from 100% genuine leather. Even so, King Pro does not really convince us here—the competition offers full-leather boxing gloves at comparable prices. As long as you view this glove as intended for recreational use, it is a comfortable glove at a reasonable price.
Feel good.
King Pro Boxing Revo - Gallery
Advantages
Direct comfortable – no break-in period
Matching shin guards available
Competitively priced
Disadvantages
Synthetic leather – less breathable
Soft padding has a shorter lifespan with intensive use
Build quality is inferior to the leather competitors in this test
For most women, the XPRT Top Gloves are the best choice in this category—the compact fit and genuine leather at a price well under 100 euros are unmatched.
The XPRT Pro V3 is the better choice for those who want immediate comfort without a break-in period and prefer a little more ventilation.
The King Pro Boxing Revo is the entry-level choice for recreationalists looking for an affordable glove for occasional training.
Essential information and questions about women's boxing gloves
What size boxing gloves should women choose?
Women generally choose 12 oz boxing gloves. This also depends on the martial arts brand and your own build.
90% of women choose a 12 oz glove, but if you are somewhat smaller and lighter, you could also consider a 10 oz boxing glove. If you want to train more heavily or are somewhat larger yourself, you can choose 14 oz. This also partly depends on the brand.
For every brand and model, we have included a unique size chart. Consult it whenever possible to get a good guideline.
What is the difference between women's and men's boxing gloves?
There are actually no differences. Boxing gloves are almost always suitable for both men and women.
Women generally have somewhat narrower hands than men, so it is wiser to choose a lighter, smaller boxing glove. These are often automatically somewhat narrower in terms of fit as well.
How do I determine my boxing glove size as a woman?
Boxing gloves do not use regular sizes, but weight sizes expressed in ounces (oz).
The rule of thumb is: the heavier the person, the heavier the desired glove. A heavier boxing glove has more padding and is safer for your hands and training partner. In short, women usually train with 10 oz, 12 oz or 14 oz.
Which women's boxing gloves are best for bag training?
You can also use regular boxing gloves for bag training, but they are not designed for this purpose and will wear out sooner than special bag gloves.
The advantage of regular boxing gloves is that you can use them for training both on the punching bag and with a partner. However, at traditional boxing clubs, you are not supposed to use sparring gloves on the punching bag.
Separate bag gloves Most customers do not want to purchase more than 1 pair of boxing gloves, but if you regularly train on a punching bag or with punching mitts, it is wiser to purchase separate bag gloves for this purpose. As a result, both pairs will also last much longer.
Are inner gloves or handwraps necessary for women's boxing gloves?
Yes. Wearing inner gloves is always recommended. In addition to reinforcing your hands, they serve a hygienic purpose—the sweat is absorbed by the inner gloves, which you can then put in the wash.
It is even better to wear handwraps. These provide more support and protection.
Another popular option is gel-wraps. These combine the convenience of inner gloves, the reinforcement of handwraps and extra cushioning on the knuckles.
