Best socks on Reddit
229 reviews from r/BuyItForLife, r/Costco, r/Boots and 44 more subreddits
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#1
Darn Tough
4.9
(62)
"Darn Tough socks are merino wool, and they use ethical sourcing."
"Darn Tough, Smartwool, or Feetures."
"Anywhere that sells darn tough."
"Darn Tough Merino wool socks!"
"Just start buying darn tough."
"Absolutely get Darn Tough."
"I’ve tried a lot of socks and Darn Tough are the best socks I’ve ever used."
"Darn Tough socks, which are great quality (and they'll replace them for free when they wear out), have some cool designs in their women's XL size."
"Darn tough socks."
"They are really great and the lifetime warranty is a huge bonus."
#2
SmartWool
4.8
(16)
"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!"
"Smartwool socks from mec"
#3
Bombas
4.3
(11)
"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."
"We use bombas brand in our house. I like them because they’re cotton and absorbent like a gym sock."
"Bombas also makes socks in a larger size but they can be pricey."
#4
Feetures
4.6
(10)
"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"
"I’ve also heard good things about Balega."
#5
Costco
4.3
(9)
"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 merino socks."
"Costco sells multipacks of wool socks that are very comfortable!"
"The women's are not. They pill and develop holes really quickly."
#6
Smartwool
4.8
(8)
"Merino wool is miles ahead of the old stuff."
"Smartwool is the best."
"I love the smart wool run socks."
"I love my Smart Wool socks for hiking."
"REI has another Moreno wool offering."
"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."
#7
Kirkland
4.6
(8)
"Comfortable, warm and last a long time."
"Exceptional"
"They last a really long time and cheap enough to replace."
"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."
"Kirkland is good, but thick and heavy."
"Kirkland socks are pretty legit."
#8
Balega
4.6
(7)
"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."
#9
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."
#10
Dickies
4.8
(5)
"I found that pediatrists recommended Dickies Dri-Tech socks. They work awesome. 100% gone."
"So far they’re exactly what I was looking for."
"Lasted me 4 plus years."
"Have been serving me right for years."
"Dickies work socks they do a good job of keeping my feet dry and warm."
#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
Thorlo
4.8
(4)
"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!"
"Thorlo."
#13
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."
#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
Paka
5.0
(3)
"Highly recommend."
"Get alpaca wool socks."
"Paka socks have become my personal favorite socks."
#16
Pointe Studio
4.3
(3)
"Pointe Studio by far."
"I love Pointe Studio. I have numerous pairs."
"Pointe Studio by far."
#17
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."
#18
Camel City Mill
5.0
(2)
"Their shit is awesome."
"I’ve been using them for about 14 months."
#19
Thorlos
5.0
(2)
"Thorlos"
"They're amazing."
#20
Little Sock Company
5.0
(2)
"I’d recommend the Little Sock Company."
"I’d recommend the Little Sock Company."
#21
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."
#22
Swiftwick
5.0
(2)
"Swiftwick, hands down."
"Huge fan of SwiftWick."
#23
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."
#24
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."
#25
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."
#26
Sockwell
4.0
(2)
"I got some sockwells recently that I like."
"Wellow is 18 to 25 and are easy to put on."
#27
Lucky Honey
4.0
(2)
"Lucky honey!"
"I also love lucky honey."
#28
Fox River
4.0
(2)
"Fox River."
"Also fox river socks are pretty dope"
#29
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."
#30
Aonijie
3.0
(2)
"Aonjie for cheap cotton Amazon pairs."
"Aonijie from Amazon is more of a slope sock."
#31
Feideer
5.0
(1)
"Yuedge is more of an athletic sock while the Feideer is a hiking sock."
#32
Kentwool
5.0
(1)
"Kentwool. Made in USA and incredibly comfortable."
#33
Yuedge
5.0
(1)
"The 2 brands I have had success with are Yuedge and Feideer."
#34
Point 6
5.0
(1)
"Point 6 Socks. Lifetime guarantee."
#35
Cabela's
5.0
(1)
#36
Woolworths
5.0
(1)
"They are AMAZING."
#37
Stance
5.0
(1)
"I’m a fan of Stance (Run Tab Sock specifically)."
#38
TCK
5.0
(1)
"I like TCK’s socks. I get the tube length and they have a huge variety of colors."
#39
Hanes
5.0
(1)
"Best socks to wear with any of his shoes lowkey. They look the best."
#40
Kirkland Signature
5.0
(1)
#41
Sonoran
5.0
(1)
"I bought these socks last week with 30% merino wool and have been loving them."
#42
Not Your Grandmas
5.0
(1)
"They work really well and there’s a great choice of designs."
#43
The World's Softest Socks
5.0
(1)
"They are great. They seem to get softer with each wash. They also fit well."
#44
Squid
5.0
(1)
"I really like squid socks, they live up to the hype."
#45
Alpaca Wool
5.0
(1)
"Got some alpaca-wool socks for Christmas; love 'em!"
#46
Physix Gear
4.0
(1)
"Physix Gear from Amazon."
#47
Levsox
4.0
(1)
"I wear a large in Charmking and XL in Levsox."
#48
Gold Toe
4.0
(1)
"Gold toes."
#49
Bamboo
4.0
(1)
"Bamboo hiking socks"
#50
Charmking
4.0
(1)
"My favorite brands on Amazon so far is Charmking and Levsox."
#51
32degrees
4.0
(1)
"32degrees makes some very inexpensive synthetic socks."
#52
Duluth
4.0
(1)
"Duluth."
#53
Timberland
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had good luck with men’s timberland socks."
#54
Sidas
4.0
(1)
"I like Sidas Run Feel."
#55
German Army
4.0
(1)
"They are merino wool and about 10€ maybe a army shop or something similar sells something like that."
#56
VIM&VIGR
4.0
(1)
"Our teen has had good luck with VIM&VIGR compression socks and we can get them on Amazon."
#57
Point6
4.0
(1)
"Point6. They have lots of different weights."
#58
Woolino
4.0
(1)
"Woolino makes soft and tall wool socks."
#59
Fits
4.0
(1)
"Personally I like 'Fits' brand."
#60
Redback
4.0
(1)
"Ok so redback socks have become a staple in my household."
#61
H&M
4.0
(1)
"These H&M baby socks stay on great."
#62
Realtree
4.0
(1)
"Realtree are cheaper. Two pairs for 16.99."
#63
Dilling
4.0
(1)
"Dilling makes some good socks and clothing with merino wool and silk."
#64
Ecosox
4.0
(1)
"I use bamboo. https://ecosox.com"
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