Best winter boots on Reddit
279 reviews from r/minnesota, r/BuyItForLife, r/vermont and 44 more subreddits
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#1
Sorel
4.3
(46)
"I would get a pair of Sorel Caribou’s with the 9mm Thermoplus Liner."
"I love anything Sorel."
"I love anything Sorel."
"SORELS; Fashion meets quality."
"Sorels. Insulated and waterproof."
"Sorel all the way"
"Sorrels all the way for cost + function."
"I got a pair of sorrels last year for $5 on facebook marketplace and they work really well."
"I like Sorel, lots of cute options"
"I really like my Sorel brand boots, had them for 5 winters now."
#2
Bogs
4.5
(26)
"I swear by bogs. I have been getting them second hand every year from Mercari."
"Boggs snowboots!!"
"They are so warm I had to buy a second pair of boots rated up to -20."
"We have Bogs and we haven't had any issues yet."
"Bogs or Keen."
"Bogs were always our favorite. They're easy to get on and off and come in small sizes."
"Bog boots!"
"I love my Bogs. They are waterproof for the most part and they have handles to pull on instead of laces."
"Bogs are my new favorite."
"I’ll never buy another type of boot for the rest of my days."
#3
Baffin
4.7
(21)
"Baffins if you can afford them (probably the best winter boot you can get)."
"For the winter I would recommend Baffin Borealis boots."
"Try Baffins."
"I have a pair of baffins, a 1/2 size too big."
"I have great luck with Baffin boots, and I live on a ski mountain."
"Baffin manufactures boots for the coldest moments on Earth."
"Baffin manufactures boots for the coldest moments on Earth and Real World Tests our product world-wide."
"The softer sided models work really well for my own cold wide feets."
"I have big ass Baffins rated to some ungodly cold temperature."
"Warmest ever"
#4
Steger
4.4
(11)
"Steger Mukluks."
"I've been wearing a pair of Steger mukluks for the past eight years, they're still in great condition."
"Good to 30 below."
"If you live in a relatively cold place, Steger’s Mukluks from Ely MN can last over a decade."
"I love Steger Mukluks."
"Steger Mukluks are the best boot I’ve ever owned."
"Steger Mukluks. They've been to the poles."
"Steger Mukluks. After years of trying a million different boots they are the only ones worth buying anymore."
"Get extra wide so your feet have room for air to circulate."
"Steger mukluks. Arctic. Not for slush though."
#5
Merrell
4.5
(10)
"I’m really happy with my Merrel Thermo Chills."
"Merrells and toe hotties, and you are golden."
"Keens or Merrells are the gold standard to me."
"I have Merrell boots - Vibram soles. Beauty!!!"
"I am a big fan of merrell boots for real warmth / waterproof needs."
"I have exclusively worn Merrill throughout my career."
"Performance wise, I’d go with the Merrells."
"I use merrell hiking boots. They are water proof and keep your feet pretty warm too!"
"Merrell and LLBean are also good choices."
"For nice but disposable, I really like my Merrell winter boots with the Vibram ice outsoles."
#6
Kamik
4.4
(10)
"IMO Kamik is hands down the best for toddler/preschool super-warm functional boots."
"I got a pair of lightweight, waterproof, insulated, good treaded Kamiks at McGucks for $35."
"I'm all in with Kamik."
"Go with Kamik. Or if you spend a lot of time out in the winter then Steger Mukluks are the best winter boots ever made."
"The brands included are: Kamik, Bogs, Baffin."
"I use Kamik boots for winter if I'm not wearing my 1000g thinsulate Irish Setters."
"I’ve had a pair of Kamik boots for about 15 years."
"Kamik makes affordable and well made boots too."
"Last bought a pair of rubber Kamik boots with better traction and ½ the price of Muck."
#7
Blundstone
4.2
(10)
"Blundstones and Bogs."
"Blundstones are perfect for around town / work while dealing with a decent amount of snow."
"I’ve really liked my Blundstones."
"I’d recommend Blundstones but you’re three weeks out and mine took a long time to break in."
"90% of the time my winter boots are blundstones or danner with heavier socks."
"UGG boots are crap. You don’t need multiple pairs for Toronto/London specifically; get a pair of Blundstones."
"For an everyday boot, I like my blundstones with good wool socks."
"Most people wear blundstones. i think you can get insulated/non-slip ones."
"Blundstones check that box for me for around town but dry / warm enough."
"I have lived in the same pair of Blundstones for almost entire fall/winter/spring of the last 10 years."
#8
Keen
4.2
(10)
"I got keen Cincinnati 6in for Christmas and with no orthotics they have been very comfortable so far."
"Keen Revel IV, high tops work for me."
"Keen made a line of boot literally named after Anchorage."
"I rather like my Kean boots."
"Keen"
"Keen."
"I picked up a pair of Keens and they’re pretty comfortable and wide."
"Keens makes a nice hiker that's waterproof."
"I wear Keens with Thinsulate in them."
"I have Keen winter boots that I’ve had for 15 years. They’ve served me well traveling to northern countries."
#9
Muck
4.7
(7)
"Just got the Muck Arctic boots and they’re warm, waterproof, and have very good soles."
"Nothing warmer than Muck boots. Highly recommend the article versions."
"These are really warm, and they're on sale."
"Either arctic grip Muck boots or insulated Xtratufs."
"This style of boot can give you a lot of blood flow."
"Ive got a pair of mucks that are close to ten years old."
"Muck artic pro. Hunting, ice fishing, snowmobile riding."
#10
Timberland
4.0
(8)
"I HIGHLY suggest Timberland boots."
"A good pair of waterproof Timberlands."
"Can’t go wrong with Timbs."
"Tims."
"Timbs"
"Maybe some Timberlands?"
"I have a pair of timbs. They’re waterproof and warm."
"I like timberland split rock 2s."
#11
Columbia
4.3
(6)
"I have a pair from Columbia that I love!"
"I have used these for the last two seasons and love them. Water proof, light, comfy, and excellent grip."
"I’ve had good luck with columbias."
"Columbia also do good winter boots, as do Kamik and Sorel."
"Columbia has some decently priced, water-proof, light-weight boots."
"I have Sorel and Columbia and use them to walk my dogs."
#12
L.L. Bean
4.3
(6)
"I have L.L. Bean boots lace-ups since 1994 and still wearing them."
"I’ve had my insulated LLbean boots for over 5 years and they’re still in great condition."
"My LL Bean boots with a Gore Tex and thermal liner are great."
"Bean boos are basically the go-to in Boston."
"I have large oversized rubber boots with a black wool liner. I think they are LLBean but they are super old."
"I switch them out to my L.L. Bean boots that have gore-tex and thinsulate lining."
#13
LL Bean
4.3
(6)
"I have LL Bean Duck boots in 6W."
"I swear by my 13-year old LL Bean boots."
"I'd look into regular LL Bean boots."
"I like my LL bean duck boots!"
"I like my LL bean duck boots!"
"I'm an ll bean haver personally"
#14
Manitobah Mukluks
5.0
(5)
"The only boots that ever kept my feet fully dry and warm."
"I have a pair of Manitobah Mukluks and even this morning walking the dog, didn’t wear socks with them."
"Warmest boots I've ever had."
"I am always warm in my (waterproof) Manitobah Mukluks."
"They are the warmest over the ones you've mentioned."
#15
Manitobah
4.8
(5)
"They’re tall but roomy so easy to slip on and off."
"Love my Manitobah boots, so comfy and waterproof."
"I like Manitobah Mukluks! Keeps feet super cozy."
"I have a pair of Manitobah mukluks I basically live in from December - March."
"The Manitobah's are nice. They take some time to break in, but are high quality and warm."
#16
Icebug
4.5
(4)
"I have a pair of icebugs, a Swedish brand that is basically studded snow tires in boot form!"
"For winter walking, especially once everything is icy/slippery, I love my Icebug boots with studs."
"Icebugs."
"Icebug is a Swedish brand and they make good winter shoes."
#17
Danner
4.7
(3)
"Danner FTW"
"Danner has a wide variety of options, including insulated hikers."
"Danner makes wide."
#18
Mukluks
3.3
(4)
"I LOVE my mukluks."
"Mukluks are fantastic in the woods."
"Love mukluks. They’re maybe not the best for urban environments though."
"Do not buy muklucks."
#19
UGG
4.0
(3)
"Definitely UGGs or Ugg styled boots AND get a long shoehorn."
"I’m on my second pair of Ugg boots. Love the insides."
"Uggs are not a good choice for winter anywhere in Canada."
#20
Cougar
4.0
(3)
"I received 2nd hand Cougars and have no complaints. Their waterproof and warm and do the job."
"Should do the job for the time you need."
"Cougar makes really warm boots and they are pretty fun too."
#21
Thursday
4.0
(3)
"I have stormking captain’s and they have been great in winter."
"I’d go with anything with laces and a Stormking outsole."
"Thursday boots"
#22
Salomon
4.0
(3)
"I personally look for the lightest weight winter boots - Salomon is what I’m currently using."
"Personally I like my Salomon boots."
"You should really be fine with low Salomons most of the time."
#23
Stonz
5.0
(2)
"The absolute easiest and most functional boots to put on."
"Stonz are fantastic if you're looking for soft soles and need warmth and snow protection."
#24
Ice Bugs
5.0
(2)
"Most people in my depot wear ice bugs. They are the best footwear for here on the west coast of NL."
"Ice Bugs have saved my ass many times."
#25
Ariat
5.0
(2)
"Ariat Coniston. Had mine 4 years - I ride in them and work on my yard 8 hours a day and they’re warm, waterproof and durable."
"Highly suggest the Ariat Bromonts! Tall boots that are water proof up to the ankle and fully insulated."
#26
Muttluks
5.0
(2)
"They have stretchy Velcro closures which are pretty secure and haven’t caused irritation."
"The only thing I found that fit AND stayed put were muttluks!"
#27
Oboz
5.0
(2)
"I really like my Oboz."
"I have a hiking pair and a rain boot that is insulated."
#28
Korkers
5.0
(2)
"I bought some Korkers, the water proof boots with interchangeable soles."
"They are super warm and durable."
#29
Pajar
4.5
(2)
"Pajar boots from Canada. They have spikes that flip for icy weather."
"I’ve had good luck with Pajar and Olang."
#30
Xero
4.5
(2)
"I’ve got xeros they’re great for me in the winter."
"I recently bought a Xero DayLite Hiker Fusion."
#31
Canada Pooch
4.0
(2)
"Best pair I have found and they even stay on during snow zoomies."
"I would look at what Canada Pooch has."
#32
Windriver
4.0
(2)
"Bought the Windriver from Mark’s based on this report."
"I wear these."
#33
Santana
4.0
(2)
"Santana boots!"
"I like Santana and Blondo for when it's time to look spiffy."
#34
Redwing
3.0
(2)
"I like my Redwing boots."
"Something like Redwings may look nice but your feet will be very cold."
#35
Helly Hansen
3.0
(2)
"I use Helly Hansen Bivy 2.0 snow boots."
"I have Helly Hansen and Lowa boots for winter."
#36
Helly Hansen Bivy 2.0
5.0
(1)
"The Helly Hansen's have been a total game changer."
#37
Untamed Street Winter Boots
5.0
(1)
"Totally got me through a full winter and still brand new looking."
#38
UGG UGGs
5.0
(1)
"I would go with UGGs."
#39
Manitobah Tamaracks
5.0
(1)
"I wore my tamaracks in -40F in 2018/19 and my feet never even got cold."
#40
UGG Tasman
5.0
(1)
"The men’s ugg Tasman’s are fire and I got them them freshman year and still wear them."
#41
Danners
5.0
(1)
"The answer is always Danners."
#42
Walkee Paws
5.0
(1)
"Walkee Paws is proven and tested when it comes to paw protection."
#43
Duck Feet shearling lined boots
5.0
(1)
"Duck feet shearling lined boots."
#44
Blundstone Chelsea’s
5.0
(1)
"Good traction on slick/icy cobblestone and good general water proof."
#45
Various sportswear brands
5.0
(1)
"Check out winter boots from sportswear brands."
#46
CKX
5.0
(1)
"These are the warmest boots I’ve ever had."
#47
Carolina
5.0
(1)
"I always wear Carolina logger boots."
#48
Duck Feet
5.0
(1)
"They're expensive but should last a lifetime."
#49
Toe Warmers
4.0
(1)
"Toe warmers made in Canada. I’m a woman with wide feet and they work out for me."
#50
Merrell Boots
4.0
(1)
"I have aomw Merrels but they must be wide width or EEE whatever."
#51
Manitobah Tundras
4.0
(1)
"My Manitobah Tundras have served me well so far for active use."
#52
Steger Mukluks
4.0
(1)
"Have you looked at steger mukluks? Not barefoot, but pretty cool nonetheless."
#53
Xero Alpine
4.0
(1)
"Xero Alpine and Belenka Winter are pretty warm, waterproof and in your budget."
#54
Muck Boots
4.0
(1)
"When I carried in upstate NY I just used some muck boots I had from an old stone quarry job."
#55
Uggs
4.0
(1)
"Uggs have a wide toe box."
#56
Wills Vegan Shoes
4.0
(1)
"I was able to find, Wills Vegan Shoes and Kamik, so far based off of other posts."
#57
Wildling Shoes
4.0
(1)
"I use cloth boots made in Germany called Wildling Shoes."
#58
Ultra Paws
4.0
(1)
"Ultra Paws."
#59
Arbpro Neos
4.0
(1)
"Arbpro Neos combined with darn tough hunting socks."
#60
Saltsox
4.0
(1)
"I’ve used saltsox in the winter and lavasox in the summer."
#61
Jan and Jul
4.0
(1)
"It’s a canadian brand and they have fairly wide winter boots for toddlers."
#62
Black Bunny Boots
4.0
(1)
"They’re not quite as warm as the whites, which is perfect for Juneau."
#63
The Pedestrian Shoppe
4.0
(1)
"The Pedestrian Shoppe on Pearl has a good selection of quality boots."
#64
See Kai Run
4.0
(1)
"We liked See Kai Run as our first snow boots."
#65
Get Outside
4.0
(1)
"Get Outside at Queen/Spadina can sort you out."
#66
Arbotec Profell Xpert
4.0
(1)
"Arbotec Profell Xpert."
#67
Gokey
4.0
(1)
"With a wool sock they'd work in winter."
#68
Ruffwear
4.0
(1)
"I’ve used their hiking boots before for my old pug."
#69
Adidas
4.0
(1)
"Expensive af but you can find em on sale for a good price"
#70
Horze
4.0
(1)
"I like the Horze Polar Thermo Boots, Dublin River Boots, and Extreme Tall Waterproof Insulated Tall Riding Boot."
#71
Birkenstocks
4.0
(1)
"I have some leather, fleece lined Birkenstocks that are great."
#72
Hoka
4.0
(1)
"I have 2 pairs of the original Kaha and they are supremely comfortable."
#73
Outbound
4.0
(1)
"Outbound boots at Canadian Tire!"
#74
Alpines
4.0
(1)
"I have the Alpines, they’re great."
#75
Local Brand
4.0
(1)
"They were 150+tax but always keep me warm."
#76
Duck Boots
4.0
(1)
"You (likely) need two pairs of winter boots. You need a pair of duck boots which are waterproof and warm."
#77
Wet Knot
4.0
(1)
"I love my waterproof boots from Wet Knot!"
#78
FitVille
3.0
(1)
"I have a pair of (pretty ugly, honestly) FitVilles ones from Amazon, but they aren’t really warm enough."
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