Best socks on Reddit
239 reviews from r/BuyItForLife, r/TravelHacks, r/pilates and 51 more subreddits
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#1
Darn Tough
4.9
(63)
"They’re pricey, but they’re insured for life."
"They're crazy durable and comfy."
"Made in Vermont, an actual lifetime warranty, all different styles, affordable price, and wool."
"I’m a big fan of Darn Tough socks because they are extremely breathable and durable."
"Darn Tough socks are merino wool, and they use ethical sourcing."
"Darn Tough, Smartwool, or Feetures."
"Anywhere that sells darn tough."
"My favourite are Darn Tough. Expensive. But if they get a hole in them, you can ship them back and get a free replacement."
"Darn Tough Merino wool socks!"
"Just start buying darn tough."
#2
SmartWool
4.7
(18)
"Smartwool, darn tuff, farm2feet, wigwam, FITS - basically any high quality, USA made merino wool sock."
"Smartwool is better then most similar companies."
"Anything that says 'smartwool', tons of brands."
"I've had some merino wool socks for 10+ years."
"Has never done me dirty."
"For me."
"Buy a pair of Darn Tough or Smartwool socks. I wore Smartwool socks daily for years and they lasted exceptionally well."
"Smart wool"
"Smartwool!!! I legit have been using 8-9 pairs for a couple of years, they are so durable, comfy, and never get any smell from them."
"Mark’s sells SmartWool!"
#3
Bombas
4.4
(13)
"Love bombas!"
"These socks only appear 20% depreciated after 2 years of constant daily use in both WODs and general activity."
"Bombas compression sock are the only non-prescription compression socks that actually compress my little legs."
"Fantastic and really grip the foot at the arch well."
"These are the only socks to ever make me feel comfortable and cozy."
"I highly recommend."
"Check Bombas. My favorite grip socks are from there."
"Bombas are my go-to though."
"I like Bombas socks. They’re on the expensive side for baby socks but they stay on well."
"Bombas. Merino wool are expensive. But catch a sale and get a bunch."
#4
Feetures
4.6
(11)
"I love my Feetures. I have problems where I was always getting blisters in the bottom of my toes and these socks stopped it completely."
"I recommend Feetures and/or Balega."
"Feetures. Amazing for running."
"Feetures. I bought 6 pairs of them a few years ago."
"I bought 3-4 pairs of Feetures a few years ago and haven't had a problem since."
"Feetures absolutely last!!"
"Feetures are great."
"Feetures, Balega are great."
"Feetures, expensive but worth it."
"I really like Feetures"
#5
Balega
4.5
(11)
"For me, it’s Balega running socks."
"I love Balega Silver socks. You can buy on Amazon."
"I have some Balegas that are older than my relationship."
"Balega."
"Balega and Feetures have lasted me for years."
"Balega is my go to. Have probably 6 pairs of those."
"I like Balega."
"Balega socks at Sportsmen’s warehouse (their size XL covers up to size 13)."
"In the spring I decided to replace my old Bombas and settled on Balega."
"Though sometimes the dual layers can make blisters *more* likely."
#6
Costco
4.4
(8)
"Costco wool. It’s all I wear now."
"Have been very good."
"The best value in socks."
"Merino wool. For construction, hunting, fishing, life in general. Costco has some right now..."
"Go yo costco and get their wool socks. Great socks."
"When it gets cold, I switch to Costco wool socks."
"Costco sells multipacks of wool socks that are very comfortable!"
"The women's are not. They pill and develop holes really quickly."
#7
Injinji
3.8
(8)
"Injinji's. Have about fifteen pairs that I have had for three years that I wear for work, on my feet all day, and not a hole in any of them."
"Injinji and Darntough both have non merino wool socks and they are pretty good!"
"I use injinji too."
"I've had no problems wearing Injinji."
"Injinji."
"Tabi socks are also good. Also called v-toe or sandal socks."
"My toes also never work with toe socks. Try tabi socks."
"Stay away from Injinji, the fall apart very very quickly."
#8
Smartwool
4.7
(6)
"Merino wool is miles ahead of the old stuff."
"Smartwool is the best."
"I love the smart wool run socks."
"Smart Wool socks have been great for me."
"Smartwool, Bombas, Darn Tough, and Injinji are some good brands."
"If you’ve tried Smartwool and found those too hot."
#9
Fox River
4.6
(5)
"Fox River makes excellent cotton socks."
"Fox River makes great hiking socks."
"Still great socks whether I’m in sneakers."
"Fox River."
"Also fox river socks are pretty dope"
#10
Thorlo
5.0
(4)
"Expensive, but totally worth it."
"Thorlo. Made in USA. Wicking. Guaranteed."
"If you are spending your days in steel capped boots, I can't recommend 'Thorlo' socks enough."
"And most importantly never had a blister since!"
#11
Merino Wool
4.8
(4)
"Merino wool. That’s not itchy at all."
"Nobody ever regrets a nice pair of merino wool socks. Best for warmth and moisture."
"Merino wool socks are the best, I found some mountain biking ones a few years ago and they have been awesome."
"Merino wool is what you might need."
#12
Wigwam
4.8
(4)
"Highly, highly recommend buying an electric boot dryer."
"I like wigwam."
"Wigwam are my absolute favorite socks."
"Wigwam socks! I've had mine so long I dont remember where I got them."
#13
Kirkland
4.8
(4)
"Exceptional"
"Costco Kirkland merino wool socks are really nice at $15 for four pairs."
"Kirkland Merino wool socks have been the best I've found this far."
"I find the Costco, Kirkland Merino Wool blend, full cushon socks warm and wear really well."
#14
Tavi
4.0
(4)
"Tavi"
"I like TAVI."
"Tavi and toesox are my go-to's."
"I’ve had great luck with Tavi :)"
#15
Sockwell
4.0
(4)
"+1 for Sockwell."
"My wife is 4’10 and loves her Sockwell socks."
"I got some sockwells recently that I like."
"Wellow is 18 to 25 and are easy to put on."
#16
Paka
5.0
(3)
"Highly recommend."
"Get alpaca wool socks."
"Paka socks have become my personal favorite socks."
#17
Stance
5.0
(3)
"Love Stance, especially their Infiknit ones."
"I’m a fan of Stance (Run Tab Sock specifically)."
"No complaints at all."
#18
Pointe Studio
4.3
(3)
"Pointe Studio by far."
"I love Pointe Studio. I have numerous pairs."
"Pointe Studio by far."
#19
Nike
4.3
(3)
"My personal favorites are the Nike Unicorn socks. They’re extremely cushioned."
"Nike Elite, and personally I like Stance Performance socks."
"Nike elite crew socks! Get him a black and white pair each."
#20
Swiftwick
5.0
(2)
"Swiftwick, hands down."
"Huge fan of SwiftWick."
#21
Camel City Mill
5.0
(2)
"Their shit is awesome."
"I’ve been using them for about 14 months."
#22
Little Sock Company
5.0
(2)
"I’d recommend the Little Sock Company."
"I’d recommend the Little Sock Company."
#23
Leon Paul
5.0
(2)
"They're comfortable and breathable, and the best part is that they don't stick when you get sweaty."
"I find them comfortable, not itchy or too tight and I hardly notice they're on."
#24
Thorlos
5.0
(2)
"Thorlos"
"They're amazing."
#25
Wrangler
5.0
(2)
"They stay up. I have the merino wool blend for colder weather and the lightweight synthetic fabric for the warmer weather."
"They're long and stay up all day. They're legit and priced well."
#26
Dickies
5.0
(2)
"I found that pediatrists recommended Dickies Dri-Tech socks. They work awesome. 100% gone."
"Have been serving me right for years."
#27
WrightSocks
4.5
(2)
"I like Wrightsocks. They are synthetic, dual layer, and are easy to hand wash and line dry."
"Wrightsocks might be what you're looking for."
#28
Grip 6
4.5
(2)
"I bought a few from Grip 6 (online), they're a wool blend."
"Grip 6 wool socks."
#29
Cloudline
4.5
(2)
"They absorb sweat and if you air them out in the sun - you don’t need to wash after every use."
"I go for Cloudline socks."
#30
Sock Dreams
4.0
(2)
"Sock Dreams has a selection of socks in their XL size, which should fit your niece."
"Check out sockdreams.com. they have a lot of options that fit even my calves."
#31
Lucky Honey
4.0
(2)
"Lucky honey!"
"I also love lucky honey."
#32
Carolina
4.0
(2)
"Very happy with Carolina Ultimate Men's Merino Wool Blend. Seem to keep down odor, last longer and less expensive than the Bombas."
"Carolina boot socks."
#33
Aonijie
3.0
(2)
"Aonjie for cheap cotton Amazon pairs."
"Aonijie from Amazon is more of a slope sock."
#34
Comrad
5.0
(1)
"I’m under 5ft and love Comrad brand compression socks. They’re the first ones that fit me well and are actually comfortable."
#35
Merino
5.0
(1)
"Merino! Will not stink, easy to wash and they dry super fast."
#36
Awesome Socks Club
5.0
(1)
"Super comfy socks, good cause, not terribly expensive, and fun designs."
#37
Feideer
5.0
(1)
"Yuedge is more of an athletic sock while the Feideer is a hiking sock."
#38
Yuedge
5.0
(1)
"The 2 brands I have had success with are Yuedge and Feideer."
#39
TCK
5.0
(1)
"I like TCK’s socks. I get the tube length and they have a huge variety of colors."
#40
Dr. Scholl's
5.0
(1)
"I love Dr. Scholl’s blister guard socks."
#41
Woolworths
5.0
(1)
"They are AMAZING."
#42
Point 6
5.0
(1)
"Point 6 Socks. Lifetime guarantee."
#43
Kentwool
5.0
(1)
"Kentwool. Made in USA and incredibly comfortable."
#44
Japan Home Center
5.0
(1)
"Super breathable niya as in."
#45
Tommy Hilfiger
5.0
(1)
"I've had Tommy Hilfiger socks that have lasted me like, 20+ years."
#46
Cabela's
5.0
(1)
#47
ArcticDry
5.0
(1)
"I strongly recommended these Arcticdry waterproof socks."
#48
Gelert
5.0
(1)
"Usually comes in 4 shades of grey."
#49
Crazy Compression
5.0
(1)
"I have like.. 20 pairs and wear them daily."
#50
Kiprun
5.0
(1)
"Mas smooth sa paa and super comfortable."
#51
Thermohair
5.0
(1)
"Great socks that last a long time."
#52
Duluth
5.0
(1)
"Duluth over the calf merino wool, all day, every day and all year, works for me."
#53
Hanes
5.0
(1)
"Best socks to wear with any of his shoes lowkey. They look the best."
#54
Kirkland Signature
5.0
(1)
#55
Sonoran
5.0
(1)
"I bought these socks last week with 30% merino wool and have been loving them."
#56
Sidas
4.0
(1)
"I like Sidas Run Feel."
#57
Lightfeet
4.0
(1)
"They are thick enough without being hot."
#58
Merrell
4.0
(1)
"I got a free pair of socks from Merrell that I quite like."
#59
Loose Fit Stays Up
4.0
(1)
"I love Loose Fit Stays Up. Found them on Amazon."
#60
Point6
4.0
(1)
"Point6. They have lots of different weights."
#61
Sticky Be
4.0
(1)
"Great men’s socks."
#62
Gold Toe
4.0
(1)
"Gold toes."
#63
Bamboo
4.0
(1)
"Bamboo hiking socks"
#64
32degrees
4.0
(1)
"32degrees makes some very inexpensive synthetic socks."
#65
Ecosox
4.0
(1)
"I use bamboo. https://ecosox.com"
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