Guides

ANSI A4 vs A5 cut-resistant gloves compared: A4 resists 1,500-2,199 g and suits moderate fabrication; A5 resists 2,200-2,999 g for glass, metal and blade work. Picks, table and 15 FAQs.

The 8 best cut-resistant gloves for 2026, ranked by ANSI/ISEA 105 cut level (A2 to A9) across Ansell, Mechanix Wear, HexArmor, PIP, MCR Safety and Ergodyne — with material, coating and use-case guidance plus a side-by-side comparison.

Complete 2026 buyer's guide to cut-resistant gloves: ANSI/ISEA 105 cut levels A1-A9, HPPE, Kevlar, steel and Dyneema materials, PU/nitrile/foam coatings, use-case selection and ANSI/ISEA 138 impact protection, with stocked MCR Safety and Ergodyne picks.