Winter Boot reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 193 Reddit reviews across 40 subreddits and 50 posts to rank the best Winter Boot brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Minneapolis, r/BuyItForLife, r/Hamilton, r/minnesota, r/Winnipeg. Top-rated brands include Sorel (4.5/5), Bogs (4.7/5), Kamik (4.3/5).
Stats
Reviews193
Subreddits40
Posts50
Brands54
Products74
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#1
Sorel
4.5
(36)
"I have Sorels and I'll never buy another brand of winter boots."
"Definitely Sorel! I've been wearing them my whole life, and they're legit."
"My Sorels are a few years old. Not only is the top half insulated, but the sole is also, and they are warm enough even in extreme cold."
"Sorel are my go to for boots. Good cushioning and arch support, usually water proof and warm."
"I have a nice pair from Sorrel that almost looks more like a hiking boot style shoe."
"I really love my pair of Sorels, especially with some thick socks."
"I have some 20 year old Canadian made felt lined Sorrel's for ridiculous cold."
"Sorel is great."
"Sorel!"
"Hands down Sorel Snow Commander."
#2
Bogs
4.7
(17)
"Bogs Bozeman boots have been my daily winter walker for years."
"I love my Bogs."
"In terms of boots you can’t go wrong with a slide on waterproof Ankle boot like bogs or lacrosse insulated boots."
"I have not been steered wrong by my Bogs and a single pair of wool socks."
"We have the winter bogs and they are great."
"And Bogs - I have the ones that tie or can slip on and they are SUPER warm."
"Bogs - easy to slip on, waterproof and warm."
"I love my Bogs. The upside is that they are super warm, they’re easy to get on and off, and the regular width fits my wide feet."
"Bogs are what I have and their warm ones are fantastic."
"Bogs are great. Only boots I buy for me and my kids."
#3
Kamik
4.3
(18)
"Kamik are great pac boots and good price."
"Kamik (Canadian made) makes incredible winter boots that are fully waterproof, warm to -40 degrees and inexpensive."
"I also have Kamiks - really warm and great as others have already indicated."
"I have 2 pair and love them both. My husband also has a pair and they are great boots."
"I've had a pair of Kamik boots for over 10 years that are still great."
"If not Bunny Boots you need to get Kamiks."
"Solid, budget-friendly winter boot - Kamik Nat"
"I like Kamik for pac boots."
"I have a pair of Kamiks for snowblowing."
"I love Kamik boots, but I swear I've only used mine a couple times in the ~5 years I've lived in Hamilton."
#4
Baffin
4.6
(15)
"Warmest, most durable boot for deep snow - Baffin Control Max"
"Baffins as mentioned above, blundstones with wool inserts are totally fine if you live downtown."
"I second Baffin. Winter boots, rain boots, always go Baffin"
"Go for Baffin, Kamik, or Manitobah -but size up bc Canadian sizing runs small."
"Baffin is incredible, my newest pair is lighter than a pair of converse and feels like a sleeping bag for my feet!"
"Baffin boots are really good."
"Another vote for Baffins."
"Just bought my wife the Snogoose model/pair. Comfy and warm."
"Baffins for warmth and longevity."
"I've had a pair of baffins (polar series I think? they have a removable extra liner) for several years that are warm enough."
#5
L.L. Bean
4.8
(8)
"L.L.Bean has some good boots."
"I love my bean boots i bought a fabric pair with extra insulation and they were great this winter."
"Excellent boots in every way."
"Buy the shearling insoles and a pair of wool socks."
"Awesome for clearing snow, wearing around town, and walking through the woods."
"Bean boot and insulated and waterproof. My favorite!"
"My personal suggestion would be Muck boots or L.L. Bean."
"LL Bean Boots. Lined ones for winter."
#6
Danner
4.6
(8)
"Danner is my favorite, I have a pair of mountain light 2s that are my regular hikers/shitkickers and a pair of their insulated Trophy’s for snowshoeing and scrambling in cold weather."
"My best winter boots are some Danner Fort Lewis and Matterhorn 1949's."
"Danner Mountain 600, i’m a mailman and wear these all winter, super long lasting, warm and waterproof."
"I love my Danner boots and they make some insulated versions."
"+1 for danner, personally I wear the mountain 600 but all the same, great boots and mostly American made i believe."
"The side zipper seems ideal, expensive but Danners are usually worth it"
"I do love my mountain 600’s for winter and not just because my brother in law designed them."
"Danner RAT boots."
#7
Blundstone
4.7
(7)
"I walk to and from work in the winter (about four miles a day) and last year I bought a pair of Blundstones because I wanted something durable for the colder months that was attractive to wear to work. I love them."
"I wore these to the mall of America for 6 hours straight and my feet weren’t even in the slightest bit sore."
"Blundsones - solid for all weather."
"While not traditional winter boots, Blundstones are awesome and can take a beating."
"My blundstones have held up lovely."
"Blundstones work for me."
"Love my Blundstones. Throw on a nice pair of wool socks and they’re pretty toasty."
#8
Muck
4.7
(7)
"If you're looking for easy on/off boots that do a good job insulating and keeping you dry, I highly recommend some Muck Boots."
"They are incredibly warm in cold northeast winter."
"Original muck boot arctic pros."
"I liked my Muck Arctic Max boots."
"Waterproof, mid shin and very warm."
"My personal suggestion would be Muck boots or L.L. Bean."
"I like Muck boots, Artic Sport comes in many different heights."
#9
Columbia
4.2
(6)
"Got the same pair of Columbia winter boots for the past 12 or so years."
"I got the Newton Ridg Plus Waterproof Amped Hiking Boot from Columbia this year and they have served me well."
"I have Columbia ones for the harsher days and Comfy Moda boots for 'it might snow' days."
"Columbia Bugaboots are light and comfortable relative to how bulky they are, warm, and have good traction."
"Columbia (with OmniHeat) and Merrell."
"I just bought some Columbia Bugaboots for winter hiking and so far I am pretty happy with them."
#10
Red Wing
4.4
(5)
"Red Wing, finest winter boots I've ever owned."
"Either those or red wings. Red wings are great."
"Redwing is also a good option for insulated boots."
"Red wing: very well-made great for a work boot, not extremely warm, hard to take on and off"
"Get red wings"
#11
Hoffman
4.0
(5)
"I ended up going with Hoffman’s Outdoorsman. It’s a men’s winter pac boot."
"Hoffman pac’s are no slouch either if budget is a concern."
"I second the Hoffman’s pac boots."
"I use Hoffman’s Calk Pac boots as my everyday winter boot."
"Hoffman pacs with wool liners not thinsulate."
#12
Timberland
4.0
(4)
"Seconding timberlands."
"Personally I vote timberlands."
"Honestly, my timberlands serve me very well in the winter."
"I’ve got a set of Timberland boots that I’ve had for about 10 years."
#13
Keen
4.3
(3)
"I LOVE my Keens that I bought last year."
"I like my Keens for winter."
"Keen, North Face and Columbia for boots. A good boot will have the cold temperature rating on it."
#14
Vans
4.3
(3)
"Vans makes some solid all weather boots with a sock like interior. Haven’t had a problem with them getting any snow or water in them and they’re super warm!"
"I actually love my Vans winter boots (tall, and have three Velcro straps). Warm, great tread."
"Winterised vans! More rugged sole, fluffy lining and water resistant uppers."
#15
Snowbug
5.0
(2)
"Even if you get them slightly larger... they still seem secure and comfortable."
"Warm, durable, and easy to put on."
#16
Steger
5.0
(2)
"I work outside all day in that and I wear steger Mukluks."
"I love my Steger Mukluks for below freezing."
#17
Kodiak
5.0
(2)
"Another vote for Kodiaks. I have had a pair for 5 years now. They’ve been through everything and are still holding up as good as I bought them."
"I love my Kodiak boots, they’re stylish, warm and have good grip on the soles."
#18
Vivobarefoot
5.0
(2)
"I bought them last year and have to walk my dog daily in the winter and snow."
"Vivobarefoot Tracker FG has been my main winter boots for the past 5 seasons."
#19
Salomon
5.0
(2)
"Check out Salomon. I have very wide feet and their boots fit me well."
"They are super light, and exceptionally warm."
#20
Pajar
4.5
(2)
"I love my pajars, they are a Canadian company, super warm boots"
"Look for Pajar for real winter boots with water proof leather and shearling."
#21
LL Bean
4.5
(2)
"My Bean Boots have served me well for 30+ years."
"LL Bean duck boots."
#22
Lacrosse
4.5
(2)
"I've had a pair of Ice Man Alphas for 15+ years."
"I have a pair of lacrosse alpha muddy which are a low profile slip on boot."
#23
Schnee
4.0
(2)
"I have a pair of Schnee’s pac boots I like."
"I like my Schnee pac boots for snowshoeing."
#24
Nokian
4.0
(2)
"For wet conditions my vote goes for Nokian Naali."
"Nokian Naali are good."
#25
Cougar
4.0
(2)
"Sorels destroyed my feet but I switched to Cougar and they're great."
"Cougar not bad."
#26
Spyder
5.0
(1)
"If the snow isn’t deep - and you’re looking for an everyday winter boot these are a 10/10 maybe even an 11/10."
#27
Steger's
5.0
(1)
"If you want to get fancy dogsledding/arctic style boots- Mukluks! Steger’s Mukluks based in ELY MN."
#28
Hoka
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend Hoka boots. I have a pair of Kaha boots that I love. Make sure your boots are water proof! Sorels are great for that too."
#29
Marks
5.0
(1)
"I also have ice-fx boots from Marks for icy days. They’re amazing."
#30
Vibram
5.0
(1)
"I had a pair of uniform boots that had it while stationed in Chicago. When I tell you that while other sailors were slipping and sliding on the ice and snow while marching but I could take a running start and TRY to slide I couldn't, I'm not exaggerating."
#31
Manitobah
5.0
(1)
"I am reading this while wearing one of the two pairs of Manitobah’s I own. They’re great!"
#32
EMU
5.0
(1)
"I have not had better than these in terms of keeping feet dry and warm."
#33
North Face
5.0
(1)
"I have a pair of North Face Chilkat boots that have lasted me through the last 8 winters."
#34
Schnee's
5.0
(1)
"Check out Schnee’s or Hoffman pac boots. Both are incredible quality."
#35
Canada Pooch
5.0
(1)
"Canada Pooch Wellies (the insulated ones)."
#36
Scarpa
5.0
(1)
"Scarpa, delta gtx activ. Thank me later."
#37
JK Boots
5.0
(1)
"I also wanted to include this pair of boots for anyone who might be looking for a higher level dedicated winter boot."
#38
Haix
5.0
(1)
"If price isn't a concern the Haix Airpower XR series has a winter variant that most people are super happy with."
#39
Ugg
5.0
(1)
"The only ones to stand up to the weather are those fricken Ugg and Bear Paws."
#40
Skechers
4.0
(1)
"I’ve got a pair of sketchers winter boots that kept my feet nice and warm in Norway during winter there, and they were quite light for winter boots."
#41
Diemme
4.0
(1)
"Diemme Roccia Vet Boots."
#42
Bass Pro Shops
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair of hiking boots from Bass Pro that are great for most anything."
#43
Denver Hayes
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had very good luck with a pair of Denver Hayes boots from Marks."
#44
Loggermax
4.0
(1)
"They should be fine as long as they are a water proof boot. Ive never had issues with water or snow penetrating my Loggermax boots."
#45
Parkanon
4.0
(1)
"I have been loving my Parkanon Talvikas boots to about -20c."
#46
Hanwag
4.0
(1)
"Hanwag Abisko are good."
#47
Xtratuf
4.0
(1)
"If your main criteria is waterproof and tall boots, get yourself a pair of Xtratuf boots."
#48
Karrimor
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair of Karrimor walking boots. They are super comfy and warm."
#49
Garmont
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair of Garmont Momentum GTX boots that serve me well."
#50
MTE
4.0
(1)
"I wear my MTE 2’s and MTE DX 2.0’s in Minnesota winters."
#51
Banff
4.0
(1)
"I have Banff boots and they are legit now."
#52
Merrell
4.0
(1)
"I've just bought another pair of Merrill boots."
#53
Nicks Boots
4.0
(1)
"Have you checked out Nicks Boots or Whites Boots? They are Goodyear welted and can be resoled?"
#54
Muttlucks
4.0
(1)
"Muttlucks are good."
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