Waterproof Shoes reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 154 Reddit reviews across 44 subreddits and 58 posts to rank the best Waterproof Shoes brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/discgolf, r/BuyItForLife, r/Fedexers, r/Irrigation, r/hikinggear. Top-rated brands include Salomon (4.7/5), Merrell (4.2/5), Keen (4.3/5).
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Reviews154
Subreddits44
Posts58
Brands43
Products81
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#1
Salomon
4.7
(19)
"They have not disappointed me. Very comfortable and my feet stay dry."
"They are pretty trendy."
"One of the best investments I have made in the last five years."
"I daily wear the waterproof Salomon’s and love them."
"Have Goretex from both Salomon and Arc’teryx and very happy with both"
"Saloman x crests!!!!!!! cannot recommend them enough. they’re goretex."
"Saloman x crests!!!!!!! cannot recommend them enough. they’re goretex."
"I’ve been using Salomon Ultra Pioneers for two years and they’ve been awesome playing in the rain."
"Salomon has a ton of waterproof trail shoes."
"I've got a pair of Salomon XA Pro 3D GTX. They're a solid shoe. I got them 3 years ago and they're still waterproof."
#2
Merrell
4.2
(19)
"Merrell Moab 3, waterproof version"
"I’ve been using the Merrell agility peak 5 goretex and it’s way more durable than the Nike shoes."
"Merrell or Solomon I love them both"
"I love my Merrell’s. I tried their waterproof boots and they work great."
"It's literally the only boot I've worn for going on 10 years now."
"Huge fan of the Merrell MOAB hiking shoes."
"Merrell Moab 3"
"I'm happy with the Gore-Tex performance in my Merrells but I know that brand doesn't get a lot of love here."
"Merrill’s or Keen are good."
"Merrill jungle moc works awesome for me."
#3
Keen
4.3
(16)
"Keep my feet warm and dry on my farm and hiking."
"Keen makes several waterproof hiking shoes that are very comfortable. The Targhees are especially popular."
"Makes some really good waterproof shoes/boots."
"Keen makes excellent 'water shoes' that are closed toed, but highly ventilated."
"Keen hands down"
"Keen makes a kinda sorta hybrid trail runner, Zionic. Think they’re being discontinued. I use these here in cen Fla almost always wet they’re def waterproof."
"Kenn or Timberland Pro."
"I’ve had good luck with keen over the years."
"Make sturdy waterproof hiking shoes but are less cool."
"Keen hiking boots/shoes"
#4
Vessi
4.6
(14)
"I loved my vessi shoes! My size changed so they don't fit but we're amazing when I could wear them"
"Vessi, right now I have the "everyday move" style and love them. They are ACTUALLY fully waterproof and don't look clunky and weird."
"All their shoes are waterproof"
"Fully waterproof. Can’t recommend them enough."
"Vessi shoes are completely waterproof."
"They are DEFINITELY waterproof."
"I have Vessi sneakers, and find them both completely waterproof, and also breathable."
"Highly recommend!"
"I've heard really good things about Vessi but I never bit the bullet and invested in a pair."
"Go online and look at Vessi shoes. Waterproof and I mean waterproof."
#5
Nike
4.5
(10)
"If you’re a Nike person, the Pegasus Trail 4 is a great goretex shoe. Hasn’t failed me yet."
"They are super light, waterproof and comfortable."
"I think Pegasus Trail 4 Gtx is much better for rainy days."
"I love them because my feet do not get wet at all, even running in the pouring rain."
"Really recommend the Nike Miler Shield :-)"
"Nike Pegasus Trail 4 GTX"
"They are my go-to rain/wet walking shoes."
"I think they’re pretty good. Surprisingly waterproof."
"Would be a good option if you're mostly a trail runner."
"I’ve walked around in them in typical vancouver rain and stayed dry."
#6
Oboz
4.7
(6)
"I have fallen in love with OBoz, they have great arch support. They have many styles that are waterproof, and I can usually get 2-3 years of heavy use out of them before the tread is gone."
"I have owned Oboz and Danner waterproof shoes that I wore daily and loved both of them."
"I love Oboz Bridgers. My last pair stayed waterproof for 3 years."
"I recently switched from Keen to Oboz for my low rise hikers. They were totally dry inside despite numerous water crossings."
"Https://obozfootwear.com/en-us/product/men-s-bridger-low-waterproof"
"I have stood in streams in my oboz with dry socks."
#7
Adidas
3.9
(7)
"My ultraboost 21 has held up very well for 3 years of heavy use."
"Adidas Terrex range are a good shout, just need to make sure you get the gore-tex version for the waterproofing."
"Adidas Terrex has a lot of gore-tex shoes that look very sneaker-like."
"Adidas goretex"
"Adidas GTX. Been using them for years."
"I've found Adidas goretex to be pretty darn good."
"This pair of shoes don’t last long. The zipper has already failed to both shoes."
#8
Danner
5.0
(5)
"I too really like my Danner boots. Mine are Mountain 600."
"Danner 2650's are amazing"
"Danner Trail 2650 GTX. I got the taller ones and I love them."
"Danner 2650 GTX. Have done about 200mi in mine and love them."
"They are so comfortable and waterproof, plus they look dope."
#9
Ecco
4.6
(5)
"Literally walked for for a mile in a shallow river and climbed up two small waterfalls. No water seepage."
"The 100% gore-tex is unmatched, IMO a must-have in the golf wardrobe."
"Ecco sells nice waterproof shoes. 100% recommend."
"Ecco BIOM WITH Gortex."
"I got winter shoes from Ecco. Very comfortable and warm."
#10
Lems
5.0
(4)
"Lems waterproof Chelsea. It’s wide and foot shaped."
"I got a pair of waterproof winter boots from Lems last year that are great."
"I really like my waterproof Lems boulder boots. I haven't had any issues with them and they're barefoot shoes so they are wider and very comfortable."
"Expensive but the most comfortable zero drop wide toe, and waterproof boot I have ever bought."
#11
Columbia
3.8
(4)
"I have 3 pair of Columbia. They are all perfect for daily wear, going to work, running errands, etc. Comfy as well. Feet are always dry."
"I'm rocking a set of columbia's right now and enjoying them more than the terrex."
"Merrell and Columbia have some waterproof womens shoes that will do the job, but they're definitely not as stylish."
"Columbia, patagonia maybe nike(? Cuz its affordable and stylish)"
#12
Lowa
5.0
(3)
"Lowa, Hanwag, Meindl. Other top level producers: Scarpa, Asolo, La Sportiva, Millet"
"I guess the classics are Lowa and Meindl. There are also really good hiking/alpinist boots by Salewa, Scarpa or Millet."
"I have been using Lowa hiking shoes for decades."
#13
Blundstone
4.7
(3)
"I’m loving my Bluntstone boots. As comfy as my Danskos, super water proof, fit immediately with no break in time."
"Keeps your feet dry no matter what."
"The unofficial uniform of the PNW (rainiest part of North America) for a reason."
#14
Timberland Pro
4.0
(3)
"Good leather boots and then two coats of mink oil. I have the best luck with Timberland Pro."
"Timberland Pro or CAT, steel toe. The key, for me at least, is to have at least 2 pair, so when 1 gets wet, I put that pair outside under the sun to dry all day & wear the other pair the next day."
"I really like my timberland pro boots. Waterproof and comfortable. They last me about a year."
#15
Red Wing
5.0
(2)
"Red wings! I love mine."
"Red wing makes quality boots and they can be repaired infinitely. They’re expensive. But worth it."
#16
FootJoy
5.0
(2)
"Never have got my socks wet."
"The waterproofness is amazing."
#17
North Face
4.5
(2)
"They are waterproof, I can confirm with no doubt after have walked several rainy days with those shoes ;)"
"Worked great for me."
#18
Wolverine
4.5
(2)
"I got a pair of waterproof steel toe Wolverines for about 120, incredibly durable and I can’t feel a thing walking through sprinklers."
"If you dont mind wearing boots. Wolverine."
#19
Crocs
4.0
(2)
"Crocs! Or anything similar."
"Crocs!"
#20
Muck Boots
4.0
(2)
"I use muck boots"
"Muck Boots."
#21
Hoka
4.0
(2)
"I wear hoka kaha2's. I spent $250 on them because they were supposedly very plush and comfy. They do a fantastic job at being weatherproof."
"Love my Hoka gore tex shoes and boots."
#22
L.L. Bean
5.0
(1)
"Can’t say enough about L L Bean boots. I have the 6” which are ankle height."
#23
Sorel
5.0
(1)
"Check out Sorel. They are a Canadian company and make amazing winter boots."
#24
La Sportiva
5.0
(1)
"I got a pair of La Sportiva, gore-tex lined, “ultra Raptor II Mid GTX Wide” there and have been pretty happy with them"
#25
Screwfix
5.0
(1)
"I swear by Screwfix site boots. They're waterproof and have good grip. They're about £35. A pair lasts me two years wearing daily and walking several miles per day."
#26
Emeril Lagasse
5.0
(1)
"I bought my Emeril Lagasse high top style non-slips off Amazon in ‘22. Waterproof, and durable (I worked A LOT in these, still like new)."
#27
Mountain Warehouse
5.0
(1)
"I got my boots there and they’ve done me well for just over £100 - they’re the ‘extreme’ variant though so a little more pricey but still very reasonable for boots that got me to Annapurna’s base camp."
#28
Meindl
5.0
(1)
"Only waterproof shoes in the long run are waxed leather shoes. Goretex lasts a season or two. Meindl shoes got the comfort fit line."
#29
Gore-Tex
5.0
(1)
"I think the key is to get a pair that is actually made with Gore-tex."
#30
Inov8
5.0
(1)
"Nice grippy graphene soles, durable, waterproof, and they recycle them."
#31
Camp Dry
4.0
(1)
"Any breathable shoe coated with camp dry."
#32
Keds
4.0
(1)
"I recently bought Keds’ weather or not line. :) I’ve heard good reviews about it."
#33
New Balance
4.0
(1)
"I have three pairs of waterproof disc golf shoes; 2x Teelinks, and 1x New Balance."
#34
Allbirds
4.0
(1)
"The Allbirds "wool runner mizzles" is pretty nice. It looks good and has a water repellent merino wool outer layer that will keep you dry."
#35
Olukai
4.0
(1)
"Olukai waterproof golf shoes"
#36
Vasque
4.0
(1)
"I’m wearing some Vasque Ultra Dries and they’re comfortable and don’t get wet."
#37
Idio
4.0
(1)
"Idio Syncrasy is waterproof and pretty grippy."
#38
DeWalt
4.0
(1)
"DeWalt slip-resistant steel-toe safety boots that are also non-conductive and waterproof. They provide ankle and arch support, are super comfortable, but a bit pricey."
#39
Mammut
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair of Mammut shoes that are waterproof, have fur lining so are warm and also quite comfortable and light."
#40
Forsake
4.0
(1)
"I really like my forsake shoes. They have a wide variety of hiking/trail shoes that are waterproof."
#41
FitFlop
4.0
(1)
"Fitflop shoe boots!"
#42
Walmart
3.0
(1)
"30$ waterproof steel toed boots from Walmart does the trick for me."
#43
Xero
3.0
(1)
"I have the Xero ankle length rain boots, they’re a women’s boot. They’re quite comfortable."
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