Hiking Boot reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 382 Reddit reviews across 38 subreddits and 87 posts to rank the best Hiking Boot brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/hikinggear, r/hiking, r/BuyItForLife, r/Boots, r/backpacking. Top-rated brands include Merrell (4.0/5), Lowa (4.4/5), Oboz (4.4/5).

Stats

Reviews382

Subreddits38

Posts87

Brands52

Products62

Top communities

r/hikinggear76 r/hiking59 r/BuyItForLife57 r/Boots25 r/backpacking18

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Merrell

4.0

(39)

"I have high and low hiking boots and love both pair. And they are waterproof."

"Got some Merrells from the outlet at 60% off, so I'm chuffed. Your advice was super helpful."

"Merrell outlet is pretty good, great discount, I wear my Merrells every day."

"I’ve been wearing Merrills for 30 years. Usually whatever the most recent Moab model is."

"I absolutely love them."

"100% recommend Merrells."

"I tried more expensive boots and went limping back to my Moabs."

"I love pretty much everything Merrell makes."

"They last forever, comfortable fit and great traction."

"I call them my supportive hiking slippers. Zero break in."

Lowa

4.4

(34)

"Lowa Renegade are my go to boot. So comfortable and usable for cold/rainy day in the city use too!"

"Lowa Renegades 🙌🏼"

"I've put my Lowas through near deal use over the past 4 years... there's nothing more than superficial damage to them."

"I have some Lowa Renegades that I absolutely love."

"Lowa Renagade GTX is the best boot for the money IMO."

"Lowa, Scarpa, and Zamberlan are other great brands I would recommend."

"Stick with asolo, lowa, scarpa."

"Lowa Renegade - above your budget, but they'll be with you for a long time."

"Fantastic boot."

"I love my Lowa Renegades."

Oboz

4.4

(27)

"I recently did the 10 day Stewart Island loop in my Oboz Bridgers. Lots of mud holes, rocks, - good boots."

"I've been hiking on a pair of Oboz boots since September, and I love them."

"I have Oboz hiking shoes in purple color and I have gotten SO many compliments on the trails."

"I'm on my second pair of Oboz Bridgers and have been really happy with them."

"Oboz and Salomon are my go to brands."

"Oboz are a good choice for a non-mountaineering boot."

"Try on some Oboz! I love mine."

"Oboz."

"I have narrow feet and absolutely love Oboz."

"I really like Oboz, and they are comfy right out of the box!"

Salomon

4.5

(26)

"I've gone with Salomon now and they've been great."

"I really like my Salomon X Ultra 4s. I work in a greenhouse so the waterproof element is really big for me."

"Such as the Salomon Quest 4 GTX. They're available online for 140."

"Great snow hiking boots—warm, durable, and good traction."

"They’re waterproof, durable, and have great traction."

"I’m currently using Salomon Quest 4 GTX and they have been fantastic."

"Most comfortable boots I've ever had."

"Salomon Quest 4 - best boot I have owned."

"Salomon Quest 4 all the way! They're an adorable teal colour and the best boots I've ever owned."

"I’ve had great luck with Salomon, Lowa, Merrell, and Vasque."

Keen

4.1

(28)

"But the keens have been a real hit! Both the boots and the sandals."

"Keen kids hikers are amazing."

"3. Keen Targhee III."

"I wear keen hiking boots for the wide toe box"

"I have Keen Pyrenees in red…love them, and also they have a nice roomy toe box."

"Seconding Keens. I love the wide toe box of the Keens."

"Not single blister, ever."

"I find their boots to be some of the best quality for the money. I’ve also tried keen, carhartt, thorogood the past few years."

"Keen."

"I got my Keen hiking boots from MEC. Staff was super helpful."

Altra

4.3

(23)

"THE most comfortable boots are the Altra Olympus."

"We swear by our Altras!"

"I love my Altras for overall comfort and toe box."

"Altra boots may be an option."

"My Altra boots are hands down the best I've ever owned."

"Love my Altra Lone Peaks for most summer hiking."

"Trail runners are the way to go for most people in the game."

"Huge fan of trail runners."

"I wear Altra trail running shoes instead of boots. So much for comfortable."

"Ditch the boots for trail runners."

Scarpa

4.4

(18)

"Scarpa pro Evo GTX .. trust"

"They're both all-leather with rigid PU midsoles, so they provide a lot of support."

"Lowa, Scarpa, and Zamberlan are other great brands I would recommend."

"Stick with asolo, lowa, scarpa."

"Solomon and Scarpa are both great brands and will keep your feet dry and your ankle supported."

"I’ve a pair of decent Scarpa boots and I’ve never had any issues 5 years later."

"I have a pair of scarpa hiking boots. They're awesome."

"Check out La Sportiva or Scarpa, I'm sure both have vegan boots options."

"Scarpa"

"For standard style boots, the best I've had were Scarpa."

Hoka

4.3

(14)

"I bought a pair of waterproof hiking boots from Hoka this last winter and they are lightweight, comfortable, and that wide base at the heel has kept me from rolling my ankles anymore!"

"If you want something better and also more expensive than check out Hoka Kaha 2 GTX. They are the most comfortable boots I've ever worn."

"If there is an REI anywhere near I suggest letting them help you."

"Hoka, only if you like walking on clouds."

"Hoka."

"I just got a pair of Hoka Anacapa breeze mids and am very pleased so far."

"Hiking sneakers- HOKA"

"Hoka do a couple of versions."

"So far the results are good. They are pricey but I love to hike and spend time in the nature."

"Hoka Kaha 2 GTX, the Salewa Wildfire and Arc'teryx are all solid options."

Zamberlan

4.7

(12)

"Zamberlan!"

"Best boots I’ve ever owned."

"Can't recommend them enough."

"Lowa, Scarpa, and Zamberlan are other great brands I would recommend."

"Love my Zamberlan boots. Been on many tough hikes in all types of terrain in them."

"Zamberlan makes some great boots. If they fit me well, I'd have a pair."

"Zamberlans are fantastically well made."

"I love my Zamberlan Vioz."

"Pending budget Id say top line stuff, but you gotta get what fits your foot, find a REI or a Scheels, etc. Zamberland"

"Very nice quality, comfortable, last long and don't cost arm and a leg."

#10

Jim Green

4.2

(13)

"They make some really good boots for the price. I have four pairs and the Razorbacks are my favorite."

"They are the definition of a perfect do everything boot for the value."

"The toughest and most durable thing you can get for that price point."

"I like my Jim Green Razorbacks. They're heavier and don't have a ton of fancy materials but they're very solid boots."

"For less expensive versions of the same philosophy, take a look at Jim Green."

"The boots were pretty comfortable out of the box and are breaking in quickly."

"They are also a pretty good price for the quality."

"Great a lot of leather for comparably little money."

"I love my Razorbacks."

"Jim Green is going to be one of the better budget friendly boots out there."

#11

Danner

4.4

(12)

"I wear Danner Mountain Light II boots. In fact, I have 2 pair. The older pair is approaching 7 years old."

"I love my Danner’s!"

"Danner boots all the way!!! I've done many 14ers and other hikes. They're super comfortable."

"I have Danner Arctic 600 and Crag Rat EVO and love both!"

"Def quite expensive but every pair of hiking shoes/boots I own are Danner now."

"Pending budget Id say top line stuff, but you gotta get what fits your foot, find a REI or a Scheels, etc. Danner"

"Danner or high end Salomon boots."

"I’d suggest Danner."

"I would look into a pair of Danner hiking boots!"

"Danner boots out of Oregon"

#12

Meindl

4.7

(11)

"They have never taken in water or failed me out on the hike."

"They might be the most comfortable pair of shoes I've ever worn."

"Simply the best."

"I have had very good experiences with Meindl."

"My go to boot maker has been Meindl."

"I wear Meindls."

"Cabela’s stocked and sold superlative Meindl boots."

"Meindl - German Company. Really good."

"I personally use Meindls but they are in the $700+ range."

#13

Asolo

4.8

(10)

"So one brand I’ve not seen listed so far are the Asolo’s. All leather, traditional hiking boot, above ankle."

"Asolo is my go to brand. Expensive but very durable and comfortable."

"I wish I would've had them much sooner."

"My absolute favourite boot is Asolo."

"Everyone has different feet with different needs. I use Asolo, primarily because of the fit, but also because they're bombproof."

"Stick with asolo, lowa, scarpa."

"My boots are Asolo and I love them."

"Overall I love them."

"I personally use Asolo because I need lots of support."

"Asolo, Lowa, Scarpa, or Zamberlan. All of those companies make great boots."

#14

Columbia

4.6

(10)

"Hi, here to vouch for Columbia. Very comfortable, no blisters or hot spots."

"Those Columbia ones have lasted me over two years and are 95% of the time waterproof."

"I have the Columbia Newton Ridge in the burgundy with coral color way and I absolutely love them."

"I absolutely love them."

"They come in waterproof, needed 0 breaking in and have lasted for years."

"Best investment I've made for hiking boots."

"I really like Columbia's Bugaboot III."

"A good friend of mine loves her Columbia Newton Ridge boots!"

"I like a Columbia hiking shoes."

"I like Columbia, they have wide varieties too."

#15

Vasque

4.4

(10)

"If you have narrower feet, I suggest Vasque."

"I have Vasque boots that I've had for years, love them."

"We bought Vasque brands hiking boots at REI."

"I went with some Vasque books, which are completely waterproof."

"I have a pair from Vasque that have lasted for years!!"

"My favorites are Vasque and Oboz."

"I'm really happy with my Vasque boots."

"I currently have an ancient resoled pair of Italian made full grain mid-cut Vasque goretex boots."

"I mostly used Vasque before that."

#16

La Sportiva

4.4

(9)

"I rate La Sportiva very highly both for durability and comfort. I've got Aequilibriums for heavy stuff."

"La Sportiva, Asolo, and Salewa make the best boots and trail runners for my feet."

"La Sportiva is my go to now."

"Did an 80 mile trip and many many day hikes with mine."

"Check out La Sportiva or Scarpa, I'm sure both have vegan boots options."

"I’ve used La Sportivas and also some Salomon’s but I’m not sure of the styles."

"I've heard good things about these La Sportivas."

"La Sportiva."

"I remember hearing that La Sportiva has a model as you describe"

#17

Hanwag

4.7

(7)

"Hanwag is always a safe choice in comfort, durability and quality."

"I love German-made Hanwag boots."

"Hanwag Lhasa wide. They are as good as when they were new… and i have had them for 9 years"

"Hubby swears by Han wag."

"Hanwag boots, German made."

"Hanwag seem to be had for a bargain second hand."

"Hanwag are great, but Lundhags are better… if you can find some."

#18

Altberg

4.4

(7)

"The British Military use Altberg boots. They’re well made & they repair them in their U.K. factory."

"If you can get your hands on a pair of Altbergs they are really durable and they've got great ankle support."

"[Altberg] and [Hoggs of Fife] Take care of them with proper boot wax and they'll take care of you"

"I’ve been everywhere from Afghanistan to the Canadian tundra over the last 20 years in different flavours of Altbergs."

"Take a look at a pair of Altberg defenders."

"Altberg!"

"Altberg are at least a half size too small."

#19

Adidas

4.3

(7)

"I love my Adidas Terrex Free Hikers. I have two pairs. One goretex and one none goretex."

"The Adidas Terrex Free Hiker is fantastic."

"I rock Adidas hiking boots I got for cheap—XPL GTX Free Hiker. They’re basically lightweight waterproof boots on Adidas Boost soles."

"Adidas terrax range is quite good."

"I got adidas terrex with gore tex."

"I like the adidas Terrex ones."

"I love adidas terrex hiking boots."

#20

Topo

4.1

(7)

"So I’m a big big fan of the Topo Trailventure. It’s slightly more “bootish”, but it’s so damn comfortable."

"Topos have the widest toe boxes and come with various levels of cushioning. Highly recommended."

"I’ve got a pair of topos coming today! Replacing my salewa mtn trainer (too stiff for hikes, more alpine rock boot)"

"If you want a boot/mid I’d look at the options from Topo and Altra."

"My Topo Athletics have some pretty good traction going down hill."

"Topo Trailventure."

"I did the TRT in Topos last year and was hating feeling the rocks and roots through the soles."

#21

Lems

4.0

(6)

"I love my Lems Boulder Boots!"

"Try "Lems" boulder boots. They’re surprisingly tough but super comfy all day. The water proof version is actually waterproof, and they have a really natural wide toebox."

"Check out Lems."

"Try on some Lems if you can find them."

"They are expanding from minimalist, thin sole shoes into more conventional-type shoes."

"Check out lems"

#22

Nick's

5.0

(4)

"If you're looking for true BIFL, think resolable high-quality leather construction, such as White's or Nick's."

"They are completely fantastic."

"Nick's Boots or Danner's."

"Nick's hiking boots."

#23

Salewa

4.3

(4)

"Salewa makes excellent boots, can certainly recommend them."

"If you're looking for durable and good for hiking, but not resolable, take a look at Salewa hiking."

"Try salewa alp trainer mid gtx. Very good allrounder."

"They have a few lighter weight boots that might fit the bill."

#24

Red Wing

4.3

(4)

"My job sends us to redwing for our boots, they fit you with a nice machine that measures your foot and if those boots last what we do you'll have them for life."

"Pending budget Id say top line stuff, but you gotta get what fits your foot, find a REI or a Scheels, etc. Red wing/Irish"

"Redwing USA made non steel toe boot."

"They do have some non-safety work boots that may be close."

#25

Limmer

4.3

(3)

"Custom US made Limmer boots, the rolls royce of hiking boots."

"Finally settled on Limmer Midweights as my go to hikers."

"Limmer boots"

#26

Vivobarefoot

4.0

(3)

"I'm super happy with my Vivobarefoot Forest Tracker ESC, they have worked wonders in both snow and some cruel summers."

"Second my Vivo Trackers."

"I'm currently super happy with my Vivo Tracker Forest ESC."

#27

Hi-Tec

4.0

4.0

3.0

(1)

"I use Lugz 6 inch work boots for hiking in upstate NY, they're a little heavy but the tread also makes a difference."

#52

Astral

3.0

(1)

"Last 3 day trip I did was in Astral Loyaks. Boots are thoroughly overrated."

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