Sock reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 224 Reddit reviews across 42 subreddits and 50 posts to rank the best Sock brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/bitcheswithtaste, r/XXRunning, r/JapanTravelTips, r/POTS, r/QualityTacticalGear. Top-rated brands include Darn Tough (4.8/5), Bombas (4.7/5), Balega (4.7/5).
Stats
Reviews224
Subreddits42
Posts50
Brands74
Products43
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#1
Darn Tough
4.8
(46)
"Darn Tough or Wide Open socks. The first for normal feet, the second for wide feet. Same company. Expensive but comfortable merino wool socks with a lifetime guarantee."
"Yes! Definitely Darn Tough or Smartwool socks. Wool socks are the answer, if you have sweaty smelly feet."
"Love my Darn Tough socks. I recommend changing out your socks at least once during the day and dusting your foot with powder."
"Darn tough socks. Expensive but I love them and they have a lifetime guarantee."
"I bought five pairs of Darn Tough socks and only lost one because some idiot tried to dry them with fire."
"Darn Tough is literally the only realistic and still very correct answer."
"Darn Tough, next question."
"Darn tough are the only thing I've worn for years. They're an investment but it's absolutely worth it"
"IMO the best socks you can buy are Darn Tough. They are hard wearing, comfortable, breathable, incredible for sports and if they ever wear out DT will replace them for free."
"Vermont Darn Tough (picked up two pairs in Europe ten years ago that are still going strong)."
#2
Bombas
4.7
(23)
"I also love bombas! My husband now refuses to wear any other socks, lol"
"I love Bombas socks, they are crazy durable. We’ve got some pairs that are on their third consecutive year of being worn by toddlers."
"Bombas compression socks that started to develop small holes... Bombas sent me a new set of socks no questions asked."
"Bombas have amazing compression socks."
"BOMBAS !!!!! The best!!! cotton, easy to put on, breathable."
"I honestly love bombas."
"I know that they may be more expensive than what you're looking for, but I love Bombas."
"Just like everyone else, I suggest Bombas!"
"I run a lot and adding another for Bombas."
"Bombas - the woven arch support and the cushion on the bottom are my favorite!"
#3
Balega
4.7
(15)
"Comes in sizes for perfect fit, last forever."
"Balega, falke cool kicks, wigwam, smartwool (all great for lotsa walking and sweating)"
"I’m a Balega (balega.com) super fan."
"Balega hidden comfort are my go-to socks for running."
"Balega are by far my favorite."
"Love Balega - specifically Hidden Comfort."
"I like Balegas for thicker socks and Feetures for thinner!"
"Balega, Feetures, and Smartwool are my favorites."
"I love balega and stance."
"Balega Hidden Comfort! I just bought a three pack for less than $50."
#4
Feetures
4.9
(14)
"Feetures! It’s all I wear."
"I love their Merino 10 line. Compression and cushion in the right places helps soo much."
"Feetures, Smartwool, and Darn tough are my faves."
"Another vote for feetures!"
"Feetures or Balega!"
"Feetures. They're so expensive but I love them."
"I love Feetures."
"Since I’ve switched to feetures socks my feet have been blister free!!"
"Get yourself some Feetures or Balega. No blisters."
"Feetures. I’ve tried so many different brands."
#5
SmartWool
4.5
(11)
"There are plenty of brands of merino wool socks you can use. The world doesn’t revolve around darn tough, although they are good socks."
"Smartwool or Pacas. Honestly any wool or alpaca blend socks. It’s a must for me in the winter."
"Smartwool. I have some that are over 5 years old and still like new. Good summer and winter and all around fantastic."
"They're great in the cold and the heat."
"Smartwool and Darn Tough are my go tos but I enjoy experimenting and trying new socks."
"Darn tough and smartwool. Haven’t tried these but I heard bridgedale is good as well as Minus33."
"Smartwool. Merino wool doesn’t hold odor as much as other fabrics, it’s a miracle! Not cheap."
"I also love smartwool brand, and bridgedale. The angle crew length is my favorite."
"I wear only Smartwool brand"
"I like smartwool socks."
#6
Smartwool
4.3
(7)
"Strong advocate of Smartwool socks for excellent cushioning, odor resistance and no blisters."
"Smartwool socks!"
"In Japan right now in Smartwool socks. Multi day use and/or change daily, easy to hand wash a pair of socks to hang for rotation."
"I personally like Smartwool socks. Don’t buy cheap socks; you’ll regret it."
"I also recommend “smart wool” socks they’re another brand. they might be better for you because they’re still wool, they’re comfortable, breathable, don’t hold odor."
"Smartwool Ultra Thin. Makes a world of difference and is plenty warm"
"Smartwool makes the thinest pair i own."
#7
Injinji
4.5
(6)
"Injini socks were a godsend."
"Injinni ultra run mini crew socks are the best cool weather socks I've ever worn."
"Injinji all the way!"
"Injinji toe socks. I've used them up to 10 hours in one go. They're a bit on the thicker side though."
"Injinjis suit my toe-length better, and feel a bit more rugged / durable."
"The wool blend Injinjis and Creepers 2.0 have both been good for me."
#8
Bridgedale
4.4
(5)
"Bridgedales without a doubt. Haven't killed a pair yet."
"Another recommendation for Bridgedale."
"There are plenty of brands of merino wool socks you can use. The world doesn’t revolve around darn tough, although they are good socks."
"Picked up some Bridgedale Hike Ultra Light T2 Performance boot socks and they seem pretty good quality."
"Bridgedale lightweight, Smartwool second."
#9
Wellow
4.5
(4)
"I like Wellow compression socks."
"I really like Wellow! They’re soft and I find that they don’t make me as hot."
"I've really liked my Wellow socks!"
"They're pretty easy to get on and made of bamboo so they don't make me overheat like my nurseyard or shitty Amazon ones do."
#10
Uniqlo
3.6
(5)
"Go to Uniqlo when you arrive and look for their socks. You will probably need to ask for help to find the right ones, but they have antibacterial, anti-smell socks that are comfortable."
"Uniqlo socks are pretty good regarding sweat and smell."
"Uniqlo"
"Uniqlo may have some"
"I got some at Uniqlo!"
#11
Thorlos
4.3
(4)
"My two favorites are Thorlos and Nike Unicorn."
"Thorlos."
"Thorlos are pricey but worth it."
"Thorlos if you have the budget for them."
#12
Kiprun
4.0
(4)
"Kiprun by decathlon"
"Kiprun from Decathlon!"
"Kiprun from decathlon around 300-700"
"The ones from Decathlon. Yung Kiprun (except no show socks nila)"
#13
Pacas
5.0
(3)
"Smartwool or Pacas. Honestly any wool or alpaca blend socks. It’s a must for me in the winter."
"I am in love with my Pacas."
"Pacas, alpaca socks. Blissful."
#14
Levsox
4.7
(3)
"I love my levsox. I get them on Amazon."
"I use knee high Levsox from Amazon and I really like them."
"Levsox! Comfortable yet tight enough! I got them on Amazon and I see them on sale frequently."
#15
Stance
4.3
(3)
"My faves are their ultralight performance style."
"Stance."
"I've tried most of the major brands, Stance and Fox River are my favorites"
#16
Sockwell
4.3
(3)
"Sockwell graduated compression socks are the absolute best."
"I've heard good things about sockwell."
"I use Sockwell. Don't even bother with the cheap ones from Amazon and such — they don't have good, EVEN compression, and they pinch at the top."
#17
Regia
4.3
(3)
"Regia has a special blend of sheep breed combinations for their yarns that they refuse to divulge. With normal wear, they guarantee their yarn for 10 years."
"My merino socks require a lot of darning. Maybe I need to get some Regia."
"Regia. I find it to be the most durable and reasonably priced."
#18
Alpaca
5.0
(2)
"Alpaca socks. Make sure you check the alpaca content in the fabric, I prefer at least 40%."
"Alpaca socks are killer."
#19
Outway
5.0
(2)
"I am a big fan of Outway socks, i walked 70km in the desert with those and my feet felt great!"
"Outway Socks. Since finding them, I’ve never worn anything else."
#20
Awesome Socks Club
4.5
(2)
"I only wear socks from the Awesome Socks Club. It's fun getting a random weird design every month, but I especially love the part where the profits help make fewer people die from tuberculosis."
"Awesome Socks Club, I would suggest."
#21
Creepers
4.5
(2)
"Yep another vote for the merino Creepers. Use them wading and hiking, no blisters ever."
"Creepers brand? NZ owned and mostly merino."
#22
Dr. Scholl's
4.0
(2)
"I like Dr Scholls for midrange."
"The Dr Scholls compression socks are honestly so comfy."
#23
Fox River
4.0
(2)
"There are plenty of brands of merino wool socks you can use. The world doesn’t revolve around darn tough, although they are good socks."
"As an alternative i would also recommend Fox River and even the Kirkland merino socks"
#24
Falke
4.0
(2)
"There are plenty of brands of merino wool socks you can use. The world doesn’t revolve around darn tough, although they are good socks."
"Falke all terrain (hard to find now have to order online)."
#25
Under Armour
4.0
(2)
"For me, any, but if you want specifics to mga mayroon ako, Burlington, Biofresh, MUJI, ECO Travel, Adidas, Nike, Under Armour, then mga mga binili ko lang sa bangketa."
"Underarmor boot socks."
#26
Wilderness Wear
5.0
(1)
"I love my Atmosphere Q Trail Socks from wilderness wear."
#27
Knitido
5.0
(1)
"The Knitido ones are great!"
#28
Carhartt
5.0
(1)
"Carhart socks are amazing!"
#29
Mark's
5.0
(1)
"I got a bunch of Mark’s Shambhala Quad Comfort Quarter Crew socks that are extra stretchy."
#30
Rapha
5.0
(1)
"Buy a pair of Rapha cycling socks."
#31
NurseYard
5.0
(1)
"Just bought some from NurseYard and they are very high quality!"
#32
Jobst
5.0
(1)
"If you’re looking for heavy duty, i can recommend jobst!"
#33
Tabio
5.0
(1)
"Tabio socks."
#34
Varusteleka
4.0
(1)
"There are plenty of brands of merino wool socks you can use. The world doesn’t revolve around darn tough, although they are good socks."
#35
Woolino
4.0
(1)
"Woolino’s merino wool socks are thin so honestly they’d be fine for spring."
#36
Kirkland
4.0
(1)
"As an alternative i would also recommend Fox River and even the Kirkland merino socks"
#37
Kohl's
4.0
(1)
"If you just want utilitarian socks, I've had really good results from Kohl's."
#38
Sock Dreams
4.0
(1)
"Powells and Sock Dreams"
#39
Sock It To Me
4.0
(1)
"Fun prints from New Seasons (Sock It To Me brand) or Sierra Trading for hiking or running socks."
#40
Minus33
4.0
(1)
"There are plenty of brands of merino wool socks you can use. The world doesn’t revolve around darn tough, although they are good socks."
#41
Pantherella
4.0
(1)
"Pantherella are very good quality and they do quite a wide range."
#42
Soctopus
4.0
(1)
"Soctopus. Plenty of wacky designs. Bought a pair a few weeks ago, they feel extremely well made."
#43
Stand Out Socks
4.0
(1)
"I love Stand Out Socks, they've even got a sock subscription!"
#44
Hilly's
4.0
(1)
"If running or hiking my go to is Hilly's, for cycling dhb make some lovely merino socks."
#45
dhb
4.0
(1)
"If running or hiking my go to is Hilly's, for cycling dhb make some lovely merino socks."
#46
Swole Panda
4.0
(1)
"For everyday my husband switched to swole panda last year and they seem really nice."
#47
The North Face
4.0
(1)
"I only wear North Face socks. As they very good fit on the foot. The inner seems are very tidy done so they dont rub against toes and so on."
#48
Community Clothing
4.0
(1)
"Community Clothing. Made in the UK but not too expensive."
#49
Enchanted Dreamwear
4.0
(1)
"My favorite for socks is Enchanted Dreamwear"
#50
RojiRoji
4.0
(1)
"For socks I’d say RojiRoji. The socks are all solid (as in not see through) and durable cotton."
#51
OTAA
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had a good run with OTAA socks. They’re 100% cotton, comfy as, and they’ve got heaps of options solid colours, patterns, even some funny ones."
#52
Thought Socks
4.0
(1)
"Thought Socks are nice and hard wearing. Plain or patterned options and the toes are seamless, which makes them really comfy."
#53
CHUPS
4.0
(1)
"Japanese brands can be fun, CHUPS, RoToTo etc."
#54
RoToTo
4.0
(1)
"Japanese brands can be fun, CHUPS, RoToTo etc."
#55
Happy Socks
4.0
(1)
"Happy Socks. Don't know if they ship outside the UK."
#56
Paul Smith
4.0
(1)
"I quite like the high-contrast stripes that Paul Smith offers."
#57
Socks N Socks
4.0
(1)
"Search Socks N Socks on Amazon. I bought several packs of their colorful argyle socks about 10 years ago and they are still holding up."
#58
Burlington
4.0
(1)
"Agree ako sa Burlington at Biofresh."
#59
Biofresh
4.0
(1)
"Agree ako sa Burlington at Biofresh."
#60
Iconic
4.0
(1)
"Iconic. So far para sa price na tumagal ng 3 years mukang guds naman"
#61
MUJI
4.0
(1)
"For me, any, but if you want specifics to mga mayroon ako, Burlington, Biofresh, MUJI, ECO Travel, Adidas, Nike, Under Armour, then mga mga binili ko lang sa bangketa."
#62
ECO Travel
4.0
(1)
"For me, any, but if you want specifics to mga mayroon ako, Burlington, Biofresh, MUJI, ECO Travel, Adidas, Nike, Under Armour, then mga mga binili ko lang sa bangketa."
#63
Adidas
4.0
(1)
"For me, any, but if you want specifics to mga mayroon ako, Burlington, Biofresh, MUJI, ECO Travel, Adidas, Nike, Under Armour, then mga mga binili ko lang sa bangketa."
#64
Silverlight
4.0
(1)
"Silverlight Wool."
#65
Cat & Jack
4.0
(1)
"We've had luck with Cat & Jack socks with our daughter."
#66
CEP
4.0
(1)
"Look for brands that offer a range of sizes or specifically cater to larger calves, such as CEP."
#67
Extra Wide Sock Company
4.0
(1)
"I recently got some socks from the extra wide sock company."
#68
Danish Endurance
4.0
(1)
"I've been using these by Danish endurance."
#69
Tractor Supply
4.0
(1)
"Actual wool socks, very hard to find for women. Research and find wool percentage."
#70
Heat Holders
4.0
(1)
"Heat holders are super warm synthetic fluffy socks, if you’re allergic to wool."
#71
Lucky Brand
4.0
(1)
"The Lucky Brand socks are back in stock at Costco."
#72
Saucony
4.0
(1)
"Amazon has Saucony socks for super cheap."
#73
Costco
4.0
(1)
"Costco orange stripe socks. IYKYK."
#74
Le Bent
4.0
(1)
"Le Bent, no cushion."
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