Hiking Shoes reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 362 Reddit reviews across 38 subreddits and 86 posts to rank the best Hiking Shoes brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/hikinggear, r/hiking, r/PHikingAndBackpacking, r/HerOneBag, r/backpacking. Top-rated brands include Altra (4.4/5), Salomon (4.3/5), Merrell (4.1/5).
Stats
Reviews362
Subreddits38
Posts86
Brands56
Products52
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#1
Altra
4.4
(52)
"My favourite hiking shoes are Altra Lone Peak."
"I personally like my Altras. They have great gaiters and built in anchors, and mine have lasted longer than any other shoe."
"THE most comfortable boots are the Altra Olympus."
"The best hiking shoes I've ever owned are Altra Lone peaks."
"My favorite have been Altra TIMP. I’ve got the 4s, and they’re great."
"Ho-Lee Fahk do I love them."
"Dry quickly and have a wide toe box."
"Altra Olympus"
"Altra Lone Peaks. I use the shoes, not the boots."
"They now make a waterproof hiking boot!"
#2
Salomon
4.3
(39)
"The best hiking shoes I’ve ever laced up are the Solomon Speed Cross 6’s."
"I love my Salomon’s! These boots provide solid ankle support on those rocky trails."
"Love my Solomon’s"
"I love my Goretex Salomon Speedcross 6 shoes. They keep my feet dry."
"Speed cross series have always lasted me a solid 1-2 years with weekly hikes."
"I own: Altra Lone Peak, Salomon Speedcross 6 Wide."
"I wear boots (solomon quest) for ankle support."
"They are fantastic, no regrets at all. Great fit, comfy, waterproof and good grip."
"I like the SALOMON X ULTRA 4 for all my light hiking."
"Another vote for Salomon."
#3
Merrell
4.1
(39)
"I wore Merrell Moab’s for years and switched to Oboz in the last few."
"My Merrells are superb- Don’t really need to break them in, great ankle support (lots of AZ hiking is rocky), excellent grip."
"Any naman ay good and magaan sa paa."
"Couldn’t recommend them enough."
"They work great for my fussy feet."
"For instance I love Merrell and have worn them for decades."
"Honestly I'd go with the Merrills, moabs are absolutely killer boots."
"I was able to get the Merrell Moab 3 edge from them in store, mens wide size (perfect because my feet are wide). They’re quite comfortable."
"If you want stability and durability go with Merrill."
"Just got a pair of Moab 3, low cut, not waterproof. Put 40 miles on them so far. I think I like these."
#4
Hoka
4.3
(29)
"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!"
"Hoka Speedgoats are basically universally considered the standard choice."
"I like Hoka Speedgoat"
"I opted for a pair of the Hoka Kaha's."
"Buy a nice pair of hoka’s. They have plenty of cushion."
"Both are great and comfortable out of the box."
"My Hoka Speedgoats are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn."
"Hoka Speedgoats are honestly incredible; a trail runner but I’ve ankylosing spondylitis."
"They both work great for 10-20 mile day hikes in fall and winter."
"I ended up going with the goretex mid version of the Speedgoat 5."
#5
Keen
4.2
(23)
"I have a pair of Keen waterproof hiking shoes and they are worth three times what I paid for them."
"The brand Keen makes really good wide shoes."
"Keen goes up to 15, have a wide toe box and are awesome."
"I've used Keen's for nearly 20 years. They've always served me well and are comfortable for wider feet."
"I've used Keen's for nearly 20 years. They've always served me well and are comfortable for wider feet."
"Bought Keen wide in REI. Love it."
"I got some Keen boots off Amazon and love em!"
"As a heavy equipment mechanic, ive been wearing various Keen boots and shoes the last 3 years. First couple weeks of daily use at work were rough, with each pair, but once they loosen up a little"
"If you have wide feet Keens are great with a big toe box"
"I like my Keens; they do a good job keeping my feet dry, it will keep your foot dry even if you step in a stream."
#6
Brooks
4.1
(14)
"Stay with your brooks! I have a pair and don't change it for anything."
"The Cascadia are more comfortable, similar fit, more stable, and more breathable."
"There's a reason why PCT finishers give these the highest ratings of any shoe."
"Brooks Cascadia"
"I’ve had Brooks Cascadia, which I really liked."
"My all time is brooks cascadia in a wide fit."
"Brooks Cascadia - both non and GTX."
"I wear size 14, and currently use Brooks Cascadia."
"Try Brooks Cascadia and Hoka Speedgoat."
"Speedland, brooks or altra."
#7
Lowa
4.7
(12)
"Lowa Renegades 🙌🏼"
"They have been my go-to hiking boots for decades."
"Super comfy, no breaking in required."
"I'm a LOWA for-lifer."
"Lowa."
"I can wholeheartedly recommend Lowa in general."
"Had them over 10 years now issues at all."
"Lowa is the best brand I’ve found for durability."
"Check out Lowa or Arcteryx mid boots. They’ll cover you for hikes and urban so no need for sneakers."
"Lowa comes in size 15, 16."
#8
Oboz
4.1
(9)
"I LOVE my Oboz!"
"Oboz makes a great hiking shoe."
"I really enjoy them. I wore them while I was backpacking in Alaska."
"I have found oboz sawtooth work for me well in summer."
"Offers wide width and waterproof."
"Used to be my go-to, but Altra and Topo have been really successful for me."
"I like my Oboz."
"If you can get Oboz in your area, my partner and I love ours."
"I have Oboz and they are very comfortable."
#9
Topo
4.6
(8)
"Topo or Altra are the best. Large toe box is life changing."
"So I’m a big big fan of the Topo Trailventure. It’s slightly more “bootish”, but it’s so damn comfortable."
"Highly recommend! I have no more blisters!"
"Topos are my favorite shoes/boot brand; all their regular sizes actually have wide toe boxes."
"They have super wide toe box for all their shoes."
"Ultraventures too."
"Topo has similar toeboxes to Altra."
"Topo is an underrated alternative to Altra."
#10
Timberland
4.1
(8)
"I've owned them in the past though and used them on many hikes in all weather. Usually can find them on sale 100$ and are 1000% worth."
"I wear my Timberland hiking boots and they are wonderful!"
"They'll last about a year, but offer good ankle support, and are waterproof up to where the tongue is stitched into the mid sole."
"They'll last about a year, but offer good ankle support."
"I currently use the Timberland white ledge waterproof mid hiker boots, they are a good 'beginner' pair of boots."
"I currently use the Timberland white ledge waterproof mid hiker boots."
"I currently use the Timberland white ledge waterproof mid hiker boots, they are a good 'beginner' pair of boots."
"My wife's feet froze with limited hiking in snow with uninsulated Timberlines."
#11
Trail Runners
4.6
(7)
"I did the W wearing trail runners."
"The answer is always non-waterproof trail runners."
"Trail runners are perfect in summer."
"We walked it in trail runners with full packs, no problem."
"I use trail runners for hiking and backpacking."
"Should be fine on what are well trodden paths."
"Believe me, you want non-waterproof (= breathable) trail runners."
#12
Adidas
4.4
(7)
"Also vote for Adidas Terrex!"
"I had the Adidas Terrex Trail runners and they were the perfect shoe"
"I love the Adidas Terrex, they're goretex and have continental rubber soles, built to last and comfortable."
"Terrex or Merrell"
"Adidas Terrex!"
"[Adidas Terrex] models are a good choice. Good grip, comfortable, breathable and waterproof."
"Adidas Terrex if you want something na halos pwede for daily other than just for hiking."
#13
Columbia
4.1
(7)
"I’ve always been a fan of Columbia gear in general."
"Lately, I have been really into Columbia's."
"They work great!"
"I’m selling hiking shoes in carousell. Columbia Granite Waterproof Trail Shoes."
"They are plenty stiff, but soft padded inside."
"Columbia is currently on sale and has lots of trail shoes on large discounts."
"I’m selling hiking shoes in carousell."
#14
Asolo
5.0
(5)
"The hardest wearing boots you can buy."
"I use Asolo because they fit me best and suit my needs."
"Asolo Fugitive GTX or Scarpa Zodiac Plus GTX would be my votes. They're ultra reliable, very waterproof, and they breathe the best of any GTX boots I've ever had."
"Asolo for me, the Fugitive GTX when I want something light."
"Look into Asolo, Lowa, Scarpa, or Zamberlan if you want maximum comfort and durability."
#15
Scarpa
5.0
(5)
"For me, it’s Scarpa Zen Pro, or whatever their latest approach shoe is. They are the best hiking shoes I’ve ever used."
"I had some Scarpa ones that lasted ages, no idea of the model. Can recommend the brand though."
"Scarpa is the most durable I’ve ever owned."
"I got Scarpa Zen Pro shoes a year ago, and they are still in great shape."
"Scarpa is the go to brand if you have wide feet and need good quality trekking shoes."
#16
New Balance
4.0
(6)
"New Balance or La sportiva for good grip and comfort combined."
"I bought NB Hierros and use them on trails for their wider toe box. Like em."
"Better stick with hiking shoes that offer good grip, ankle support, breathable and waterproof."
"New Balance trail runners, Hierro or Trail More, are usually available in large sizes."
"Great high quality shoes with strong midsoles and outsoles."
"You can check on some versions of New Balance such as 978 or 1450."
#17
La Sportiva
4.4
(5)
"I backpack/hike in La Sportiva approach shoes and I love them"
"Idk if they are sold in your region but they are super well built and sturdy."
"Check some models of La Sportiva."
"For trail runners I can recommend la sportiva ultra raptor II."
"I use some light, low ankle LaSportiva wherever I go on trails/hikes."
#18
Trail Running Shoes
4.0
(5)
"Trail running shoes. Many are super lightweight, breathe well and dry out super fast."
"I did the entire W in trail running shoes."
"I recommend quickly dry trail running shoes with toe protection."
"I just finished 4 day W trek in trail running shoes."
"I always just buy trail running shoes. Real hiking shoes aren’t that necessary imo."
#19
Quechua
4.0
(5)
"I really rate the Quechua waterproof hiking shoes."
"Bought my first pair in 2017 (the cheapest they had) and used them until 2022 for major & minor hikes."
"Quechua/forclaz pasok sa budget :)"
"Pasok sa budget :)"
"Meron sa may Decathlon! Quechua ang brand."
#20
Danner
4.8
(4)
"I got a pair of the Danner mountain 600 most comfortable boot out of the box I have ever worn"
"I love my Danner 2650s. They are super lightbut supportive and have a shank."
"Unless you will be bringing a heavy pack I can recommend the Danner 2650."
"Danner 2650 makes a nice trail runner."
#21
Vibram
4.8
(4)
"I do love my v-treks though"
"Vibram vtrek for big days in the hills/technical/scrambling"
"Look for anything with a Vibram bottom (it will say Vibram in yellow circle right in the middle of the sole) and you are solid."
"Vibram v-trek. I like it."
#22
Hanwag
4.5
(4)
"Agree, Hanwag is always a safe choice in comfort, durability and quality."
"I love German-made Hanwag boots. They are expensive though and probably more so now with tariffs/ taxes."
"They have shoes specially for my kind of feet."
"Hanwags or Meindl"
#23
Zamberlan
4.3
(4)
"I bought lightweight boots and paid for it on a long hike. I bought Zamberlan and fell in love with them."
"Zamberlan!"
"Zamberlan, topo athletic"
"Try Kennetrek or Zamberlan."
#24
Camel
4.0
(4)
"Super comfy and masaya gamitin."
"Okay naman sya at kakayanin nyan ang Pulag."
"Good outsole grip, waterproof, comfortable insoles, and the price range is only 2-3k."
"I was able to hike Mt Apo last year, using Camel shoes, a Chinese brand."
#25
Decathlon
3.8
(4)
"Used it for minor and major climbs. Less than 2K ko lang nabili yung akin."
"Very affordable and matibay din ung available shoes dun."
"Decathlon. Kakagaling ko lang ulit dun haha."
"I think the ones from decathlon would be absolutely fine for one trip."
#26
Eventyrsport
5.0
(3)
"Yes Eventyr sport, this is the Way.."
"Definitely Eventyrsport Running"
"I would go to Eventyrsport, they also have a running store."
#27
REI
4.3
(3)
"I just had an amazing experience with them in finding a pair that fit my needs!"
"I recommend you go to an REI and try on a few pairs."
"If you have an REI close by, go there and they’ll help you pick a pair."
#28
Obōz
5.0
(2)
"They have a wide toe box and great ankle support."
"Been using the same Oboz shoes for two years and theyre holding up very well!"
#29
Xero
5.0
(2)
"I love the Xero Scrambler Low. Just used them in Sedona and Grand Canyon with a kid on my back. Great shoes with great grip."
"I really like the Xero Scrambler models for hiking. I've made reviews for both the Scrambler Low"
#30
Hoka One One
5.0
(2)
"The Hokas seem like a much better choice."
"My friend had double knee surgery and this is the only shoe brand he can wear without having to wear knee braces."
#31
Inov8
5.0
(2)
"Outstanding traction and the durability is the best I have found."
"Best synthetic hiking trainers for durability are Inov8 in my experience."
#32
Chacos
5.0
(2)
"Get some Chacos you won't regret it."
"I love my chacos for Umstead."
#33
Superfeet
5.0
(2)
"Superfeet - no way I’d go hiking or snowboarding without them."
"Superfeet - no way I’d go hiking or snowboarding without them."
#34
Topo Athletic
5.0
(2)
"Topo Athletic for wide toe box and more durability than Altra."
"I love my waterproof Topo Athletic shoes. They have a wide toe box like Altra."
#35
Nike
3.0
(3)
"Nike, sneakers etc will be fine."
"Nike, sneakers etc will be fine."
"I used old Nikes last year."
#36
Meindl
4.5
(2)
"Meindl - if you can get them."
"Meindl"
#37
Teva
4.5
(2)
"Teva's."
"So far I find Teva fits me well consistently."
#38
Brant Footwear
4.0
(2)
"I use a trail shoe from Brant Footwear."
"I’ve been using Brant Footwear, very happy with the shoe so far."
#39
Whitin
4.0
(2)
"Whitin. They take up like zero space or weight in a bag and are seriously comfortable for minimalist trail shoes."
"I moved from Whitin to Xero and agree with your assessment."
#40
North Face
4.0
(2)
"I usually bring my backpacking boots since they are light enough, offer lots of support."
"I only wear those for snow and recommend north face."
#41
Saucony
4.0
(2)
"I like the Saucony Peregrine line a lot. 4mm drop, wide toe box, comfy and stable with great traction."
"I personally wear Saucony Peregrines."
#42
Vivo Barefoot
4.0
(2)
"I also made good experiences with Vivo Barefoot shoes before."
"Vivo Barefoot."
#43
Lems
4.0
(2)
"Lems are great. Not zero drop, and the sole is a little thicker than xero, but they're super comfy and hold up well to a lot of hiking"
"I've been using Lems Summit boots for snow, and they're great, but they are definitely thicker than Xero."
#44
Sandugo
3.0
(2)
"If kaya ng Sandugo Hiking shoes since mura yun, dala ka na lang ng extra."
"If kaya ng Sandugo Hiking shoes since mura yun."
#45
Vessi
5.0
(1)
"I love mine, they’ve done a lot of hiking in a bunch of countries."
#46
Camper
4.0
(1)
"I wore canvas boots from Camper the entire trip and they were perfect."
#47
Kenetreks
4.0
(1)
"I love my kenetreks"
#48
Agility Peak 5
4.0
(1)
"I’m a huge fan of the Agility Peak 5. They do have a large drop, so keep that in mind if you prefer otherwise."
#49
ZAQQ
4.0
(1)
"I have some hiking shoes from ZAQQ and are really happy with them."
#50
Bert
4.0
(1)
"Check out Bert shoes, they are a small brand and very new but their product is great!"
#51
Saltic
4.0
(1)
"Saltic - they offer a nice wide platform and claim to sell winter ready hiking boots."
#52
Treks
4.0
(1)
"For hiking on rough terrain, I use Treks Airo, they're not five-toe but have an extra wide toe box for natural spread."
#53
Blundstone
3.0
(1)
"Blundstones"
#54
Salewa
2.0
(1)
"Replacing my salewa mtn trainer (too stiff for hikes, more alpine rock boot)"
#55
Crocs
2.0
(1)
"Croc"
#56
Hoka Anacapa 2 Mid GTX
2.0
(1)
"Had to return them because there seems to be a stitch point on the inside of the right boot."
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