Disposable gloves come in such an array of different sizes, color, material, presence of powder, and box sizes that it can seem sort of bewildering. However, you can really narrow down the options by determining the desired material and whether or not you want powdered or non-powdered gloves.

Disposable gloves are made of three different types of material which affect their sensitivity, stretchability, fit, and cost. The materials are latex, nitrile, and vinyl. 

Latex gloves are made out of natural rubber. They are very stretchable, so if sized properly, are the most tight fitting. Consequently, because they are like a second skin, they provide the most touch sensitivity. Some people have allergies to latex however, so they obviously need a latex free alternative.

Nitrile gloves are made out of petroleum based materials. This material is somewhat less stretchable than latex, so they must be sized a little bigger to fit on your hand. This will result in the gloves having a looser fit, so touch sensitivity is not quite as good as with latex gloves. Recent advances have closed the gap in stretchability and sensitivity between latex and nitrile gloves. Interestingly, nitrile gloves are the most puncture resistant of the three types.

Vinyl gloves are the least expensive of the three types. They are not as stretchable, so they are loose fitting and there is a sacrifice in touch sensitivity.

Powder is used in the production of gloves. Cornstarch is typically used as a powder to help separate the gloves from the molds and to keep them from sticking together. The powder that remains on the glove can help the user to more easily put on the glove if their hands are moist from humidity or sweat. Since the powder is part of the manufacturing process, powder-free gloves are actually often more expensive than powdered gloves. The reason some users like powder-free gloves is either because of cornstarch allergy or the powder that remains on the hands after removal of the glove necessitating rinsing of the hands to remove the powder.