Hey everyone, welcome back to Grapplers Graveyard. We have another review here for you today this time for the Everlast Pro Style 2 Boxing Gloves. As always, our ratings on these gloves are our own opinion but we do have a transparent system live on our site (Graveyard Scale) on how we grade the gear that we get our hands on.
I have been on a mission to find the best boxing gloves under $200. I went to popular subreddit forums like r/fightgear to try to find the answer for finding the best gloves but only got met wit options that were $200 to $500 in price.
I am still trying out and early in training my striking as a combat sports athlete, and I am not really in the position to purchase gloves that cost a car payment. I guessed that a lot of other people felt this same way.
Overview of the Everlast Prostyle 2 Boxing Gloves [7.2/10]
These gloves were among my first few pairs, as they are for many beginners, and they used to cost around $30 but have since risen to about $45. They’re the baseline, economy option intended for newcomers, offering very little lateral or wrist support—so wearing hand wraps is absolutely essential, despite many newbies initially skipping them.
The padding is quite minimal and tends to wear out within a few months if you hit with decent power. These gloves are best suited for those who don’t punch particularly hard, such as boxercise participants, children, or casual, non-competitive beginners. However, the velcro stitching often gave out around the same time as the padding for me.
If you only box once a week and need an affordable glove, they could be a decent choice. But if you train more than three days a week and weigh over 130 pounds, it’s worth investing in a more durable, higher-quality pair.
Pros
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Budget-Friendly: Priced at around $45, making them accessible to beginners.
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Beginner-Focused: Ideal for those new to boxing who need a basic, entry-level glove.
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Adequate for Light Usage: Suitable for boxercise classes, children, or casual, once-a-week training.
Cons
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Limited Support: Offers little lateral or wrist support, necessitating proper hand wraps.
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Weak Padding: The cushioning wears out quickly, especially for those with moderate or higher punching power.
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Quality Control Issues: Velcro and glove stitching commonly show signs of wear around the same time as the padding.
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Not for Frequent Training: Anyone boxing 3+ days a week or weighing over 130 lbs should consider a more durable glove.
- Budget-Friendly: Priced at around $45, making them accessible to beginners.
- Beginner-Focused: Ideal for those new to boxing who need a basic, entry-level glove.
- Adequate for Light Usage: Suitable for boxercise classes, children, or casual, once-a-week training.
Quality & Feel (1/2)
They’re pretty comfortable right out of the box, but the padding is on the thinner side, so you’ll really start feeling those punches sooner rather than later.
The lightweight construction makes them easy to move around in, but they don’t offer much wrist support, so every shot has a bit more sting if you’re hitting hard. The velcro and stitching can also give out after a few months of regular use, which is a bummer if you’re training more than once a week. Overall, they’re good for casual, light workouts, but if you’re going at it harder or heavier, you’ll probably want something more durable.
Things I liked
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Relatively comfy on the inside
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Breathable
Protection (1.2/3)
Honestly, the padding on these gloves starts out feeling okay, but if you start throwing punches with any real force, it won’t be long before your knuckles start to feel it. They’re fine for light workouts or if you’re just starting out, but they’ll wear down fast if you’re going hard multiple times a week. Once that padding starts breaking down, you’ll notice way more impact on your hands, which isn’t exactly ideal if you’re trying to train consistently and keep your fists protected.
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Will need hand wraps to protect your knuckles if you plan on sparring or training more seriously
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Worse wrist support compared to other gloves on this list
Price (3/3)
The price point for these gloves is sitting at $45 as of writing this post. I do not think it a bad price for what you get and think overall if these gloves are for beginner-level strikers looking to get lighter, less intense workouts in, then they are well worth the purchase.
Weight (2/2)
The gloves feel lightweight when you are hitting the bags with them. The ones I got were 14 oz but the Everlast pro style training gloves come in various weights ranging from 8 oz to 16 oz.
Final Rating For the Everlast Prostyle 2 Boxing Gloves (8.15/10)
Alternatives and Recommendations
We think there are some good comparable gloves out on the market that might be better suited based off our personal preferences.
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Best Quality Glove Under $200: Hayabusa T3 (review) or Venum Elite Series (review)
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Comparable in Price & Quality: RDX Sports Boxing Gloves [Kara] (review)
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Better on Price: Sanabul Gel Boxing Gloves (review)
Cost and Value
Overall I think the price you pay for the value you get is pretty fair. I was not expecting much out of the gloves since the cost of entry here was still relatively low compared all the other options that I got my hands on for this mission I am on.
I think that if you are a beginner, these are a great pair of gloves to get your hands on.