Best boots on Reddit

363 reviews from r/Boots, r/Edmonton, r/BuyItForLife and 56 more subreddits

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Red Wing

4.6

(33)

"Redwing Pecos, Lucchese Classics for 10+ years."

"Red wing and Irish Setters I’ve had good luck with!"

"Get some insulated water proof redwings, they're price but they last and are very comfortable."

"I love my Iron Rangers from Red Wing for a lace up."

"Redwings, or Wolverine."

"Redwing or nothing."

"Red wing iron ranger or blacksmith are truly the only correct options for proper entry level goodyear welt boots."

"Redwing supersole, Jim green boots, Thursday boots."

"Just save your money and buy redwings."

"[redwing boots or nothing]"

Jim Green

4.6

(21)

"Jim Green 100% for your price range."

"Jim Green AR8, or The Rugged Ranger boots."

"Another vote for Jim Greens."

"Best bang for buck will be a pair of Jim Greens."

"Rugged african trooper from jim green boots. Full stop. It's $280 but it is way worth the price."

"Do check out the brand Jim Green"

"Jim Green AR8s a similar to that aesthetic with good build quality."

"Jim green rugged African trooper would be the cheapest best option if he likes wide shoes."

"I have the barefoot African ranger those are great."

"Jim greens rock"

Danner

4.7

(19)

"Anything by Danner."

"Danners are my go to."

"FTW."

"The Danner bull run has been my go to the last 5 years."

"Danners are the best for me."

"I wear Danner boots, have been for the last 6yrs. I love them."

"Danner - Elk hunts - USA made & can be resoled."

"They’re heavy duty with vibram sole, and gore Tex lined."

"Danner Quarry alloy toe, pricey but worth every penny."

"I love my Danner's and they have a mil discount."

Blundstone

4.2

(21)

"Blundstones 1000%."

"I like my blundstones a lot."

"I've worn Blundtstone chunks for almost 20 years."

"I haven’t had any issues with my blundstones. I’ve had mine for about 3 years and wear them most days."

"The black blundstones work great. Super comfortable and can get a steel toe option if you need."

"Blundstones."

"I've found Blundstone Chelsea boots to be extremely comfortable."

"I'd recommend Blundstones but you’re three weeks out and mine took a long time to break in."

"I’ve worn mine almost daily for 4 years in every weather condition imaginable."

"They're the only boot that's ever fit right."

Baffin

4.9

(18)

"Baffin titans. Theyre big and bulky but super warm."

"Try Baffins."

"I have a roomy pair of Baffin boots that work for me."

"I just purchased my first pair of Baffin's, and they're the best winter boots I've ever had."

"I have a pair of baffins, a 1/2 size too big. I can wear them with bare feet at -40 and still be warm."

"I have a -30 pair and have been very happy ice fishing."

"The warmest boots I’ve found are Baffin."

"I've had the same pair for 10+ winters."

"Baffin boots are warm and great quality"

"Baffin makes good cold weather boots."

Sorel

4.3

(18)

"I love anything Sorel."

"That go higher up the calf - snow can be feet high!"

"I really like my Sorel brand boots, had them for 5 winters now."

"The shoes have a nice warm inner lining and waterproof outer."

"Sorrell all the way! Been in Alberta experiencing the cold winters for 19 years now."

"I like Sorel. They handle great, with all the ice I rarely slip."

"Sorels. A synthetic sock then a wool sock."

"Sorels. Insulated and waterproof."

"Sorrels all the way for cost + function."

"Sorels are good."

Redback

4.5

(14)

"I love my Redback boots!"

"My husband is a mechanic and always gets redback Australian boots."

"Redback boots 100% I’ve been traveling around the world for 3 years."

"Redbacks have been my go to for indestructible Chelsea style boots."

"Comfy as hell and Aussie made."

"Comfortable and supportive. Sneaker-like midsole, excellent slip resistance."

"Not the most stylish, but insanely comfortable for standing and moving all day."

"Redback boots"

"Two pairs of redbacks have lasted me two years so far."

"Redbacks Australian made."

Thorogood

4.4

(14)

"I have a pair of Thorogoods that have survived 2 years of daily manual labor."

"I wear thorogood wedge sole boots."

"I recommend Thorogood brand."

"Thorogood Boots. My personal favorite are the Flyway USAs."

"Thorogoods are some of the best boots you can buy for the money."

"I’m happy with my thorogoods. They were real comfortable right away."

"If you’re in the USA, buy Thorogood for the same price point."

"I have had good luck with thorogood and timberland pro working in heavy industrial settings."

"Thorogood is also very good, along with Danner."

"Thorogoods with Superfeet insoles."

Keen

4.5

(11)

"I personally stick with keens nowadays after trying every other brand."

"Very good luck."

"I have been wearing Keen for six years."

"Keen are awesome."

"Keen boots fit my feet the most comfortably."

"Keen."

"I love the look of these boots."

"Keens Cincinnati's with Marino wool socks by Darn Tough socks."

"Top contender."

"I've been wearing these."

#10

Bogs

4.5

(10)

"You need Bogs! I have some rated -50 and let me tell you, they are so warm."

"Try Bogs. They have some rated to -50."

"They have handles which make them easy to pull on."

"Bogs!!!!"

"I bought a pair of Bogs and I love them, my feet stay toasty and dry."

"Bogs...ugly boots but very warm."

"Bogs or Keen."

"Bogs were always our favorite."

"Bogs are warm, comfortable and easy to get off."

"I use Bogs (lined ones). They’re slip on (rubber boot style, but better fitting)."

#11

Kamik

4.8

(8)

"I really like Merrell and Kamik for snow boots."

"Go with."

"Kamik or Sorel."

"Kamik boots, hubby got the -70 rated ones and he says they are so warm."

"I have a pair of Kamik boots. Canadian company. Love them!"

"Go to Marks. Buy good thick wool socks and winter boots with removable felt liners."

"Also do good winter boots."

"Get yourself some wool socks and some Kamik boots from canadian tire."

#12

Merrell

4.6

(8)

"I love my Merrells."

"I really like Merrell and Kamik for snow boots."

"No issues."

"I got some Merrells and love them."

"Very comfortable, light weight, water proof."

"Winter specific boots that are close to a Chelsea boot."

"The biggest things you’ll need to look for are slip resistance and waterproofing."

"I have a pair of Merrill that look great and are really comfortable."

#13

Muck

4.6

(8)

"I like my arctic sport muck boots."

"Nothing warmer than Muck boots. Highly recommend the article versions"

"Muck boots. Totally waterproof and never wet out."

"Muck boots"

"The best winter boot I've ever used that actually keep my feet toasty and warm is the Muck Arctic Pro."

"After more reading and feedback from you all, I ordered muck boots arctic pro."

"Muck artic sport and will socks for extended time outdoors."

"Can’t go wrong with a pair of winter muck boots."

#14

Thursday Boots

4.4

(8)

"Well it's the correct answer, so yeah. Thursday."

"If they are for dress, Thursday Boots."

"Thursdays have been very comfortable for me."

"I was never a boot wearer until my wife got me a pair of Thursday boots."

"For your budget, thursdays or urban wolf club."

"Thursday. Big selection, good quality, good prices…."

"For cheaper sleeker casual wear options check out Thursday boot company and Grant Stone."

"Thursday’s are actually pretty comfy and are much cheaper than RMW."

#15

Irish Setter

4.4

(8)

"Great work boots."

"I loved the Irish setter Crosby."

"I would highly recommend them, very comfortable."

"I have a pair of Irish setters for the summer and timberland boondock pro 2 for the winter."

"Irish setter, Carolina, Keen all will have options for you around that price."

"They are redwing budget brand."

"I wear Irish Setter steel toes with a couple pairs of wool socks and a pair of thin silk socks right up against my feet and I’m fine."

"Irish Setter Ashby."

#16

Ariat

4.3

(8)

"No better boot for winter shit kickers than good ol ariats"

"Ariats (don’t remember the model but they are long shaft buckaroos)- not worn daily or as often but have had them for 20 years."

"Ariat is a great first boot. Proper fitting is key for them to be comfortable."

"Big fan of Ariat. I’d recommend taking him with you so he can choose."

"I have a pair of Ariats and a pair of Justins that I’ve owned about 10 years."

"I have had my Ariats for 3 years."

"I love the Ariats as an intro boot."

"They were my go to boot until I switched to deck boots."

#17

Redwing

4.7

(7)

"They are like walking in clouds."

"I’ve always sported redwings."

"They are very comfortable and last much longer in my experience."

"They are very comfortable."

"Get him a pair of Redwings, there is a store in Langley and North Vancouver."

"Boots with a wedge sole will be the most comfortable if you are on your feet a lot."

"Something like Redwings may look nice but your feet will be very cold."

#18

Manitobah Mukluks

5.0

(6)

"Manitobah Mukluks are the only boots that ever kept my feet fully dry and warm."

"I have a pair of Manitobah Mukluks and even this morning walking the dog, didn’t wear socks with them."

"I've got a pair of Manitobah Mukluks and they're a dream."

"I am always warm in my (waterproof) Manitobah Mukluks."

"Also Manitoba's mukluks, they are the warmest over the ones you've mentioned."

"Manitobah Mukluks. Honestly they are extremely warm and waterproof."

#19

Timberland

4.3

(6)

"Timbs."

"Took my Timbs and they were outrageously good."

"I HIGHLY suggest Timberland boots."

"Timberland pro boondocks have served me pretty well."

"The boondocks are warmer and keep water out better."

"My dad gifted me a pair of timberland pro’s last month and they’re crazy comfortable."

#20

Rocky

4.2

(6)

"Best boots I’ve ever had."

"The best boots are, without a doubt, for all scenarios, Rocky S2Vs."

"Rocky S2V’s, no break-in required, very light."

"Rocky Mountains are good."

"Rocky S2V with thinsulate."

"If you have to have steel toed Rockys."

#21

Lowa

4.6

(5)

"Lowa’s and Danner’s."

"Very comfy and durable."

"Go with."

"Lowa for sure."

"Lowa or AKUs"

#22

Nick's Boots

5.0

(4)

"Check out Nick’s Boots. They’re built tough AF."

"Nicks Boots are amazing and as a former Redwing buyer he and his feet will thank you."

"Nick Boots, Whites boots are fully rebuildable and far superior boots than Red Wing."

"Nicks, Westco, Whites Boots tend to be heavier duty than Red Wings."

#23

LLBean

4.5

(4)

"I'm a huge fan of the LLBean Snow Sneaker."

"I’ve had my insulated LLbean boots for over 5 years."

"Can’t go wrong with a good set of Bean boots."

"Bean boots or blundstones."

#24

Mongrel

5.0

(3)

"The comfiest boots I’ve ever worn."

"Well worth the investment."

"By far the most comfortable boots I have tried."

#25

Whites

5.0

(3)

"I do recommend whitesboots.com and redwingshoes.com."

"Whites, Nicks great boots."

"Whites are probably the toughest work boots you can buy."

#26

3.5

Hoffman

4.0

(1)

"Hoffman camp boot is a fine choice."

#72

HISEA

4.0

(1)

"HISEA Deck Boots. they were recommended to me by another Market gardener, and they have been great."

#73

LL Bean

4.0

(1)

"I'm a big fan of LL Bean duck boots for light duty work."

#74

USMC/Army

4.0

(1)

"I buy surplus usmc or army jungle boots either on ebay or at a surplus store."

#75

Vivobarefoot

4.0

(1)

"Looks like you might actually have real use for the Vivobarefoot Tundra."

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