Maybe I'm just used to my old cloth gloves, but these are not as pliable. They keep the heat out for sure, but I might need to use them more frequently to break them in. Don't know, never had silicon gloves before. The red is true red, which was a relief, because the box was labelled "ORANGE".......haha. I have small ladylike hands, and the husband has big mitts, but these gloves are equally comfy for both of us. Best thing I liked was they came as a pair, very good price too.