Gloves - Cost, Pros, and Cons
- For youngest keepers and training gloves, cheaper brands or older models may offer good value… What matters most is fit, grip, and durability.
- Gloves with finger protection tend to cost more; sometimes the protection reduces flexibility. But finger protection can prevent injury to the fingers
BRAND
Typical $ Range
PROS
CONS
Approx. $70–$100+ (lower for training models)
- Very good grip and durability for price
- Removable finger protection, pro features
- Strong customer service, good sizing options
- Premium materials at affordable cost
- Some models bulky for smaller hands
- Latex wears down with heavy use
- Flashy designs not for everyone
- Less prestige vs. long-established brands
Adult Pro: ~$80, Kids: ~$40
- High-end latex, good grip
- Value for price
- Many cuts, finger save options
- Decent durability
- Still pricey for youth
- Durability varies by model
- Smaller user base compared to big brands
€70–€100+ (youth models less) (similarly priced in USD)
- Stylish, many designs
- Strong grip, good latex
- Options with/without finger protection
- Junior models affordable
- Some models feel bulky
- Reports of stitching/wear issues
- Wrist support weaker in some
- Not always at top pro level tech
$85–$105 (sales sometimes lower)
- Great grip and catching feel
- Strong customer service
- Pro-level features for fair price
- Attractive designs
- Higher cost than some brands
- Durability can vary
- Newer company vs. legacy brands
$120–$220 top end, $30–$80 entry-level
- Very high quality, pro latex
- Excellent protection features
- Many cuts for different fits
- Long history & pro reputation
- Very expensive at top end
- Soft latex wears faster
- Some designs bulkier
- Less flashy than newer brands