Winter Boots reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 330 Reddit reviews across 53 subreddits and 75 posts to rank the best Winter Boots brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/minnesota, r/BuyItForLife, r/vermont, r/Finland, r/Winnipeg. Top-rated brands include Sorel (4.3/5), Bogs (4.5/5), Baffin (4.3/5).
Stats
Reviews330
Subreddits53
Posts75
Brands78
Products36
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#1
Sorel
4.3
(60)
"I've camped at minus 35 in sorels with VBL liner socks under the wool socks."
"Sorel Caribous are common here in Wyoming. I bought my first in 82."
"Sorel!"
"I would get a pair of Sorel Caribou’s with the 9mm Thermoplus Liner."
"Sorel Caribou is imo the best winter shoe, unless hiking longer journeys. They keep your toes dry and warm with wool and rubber and the soles are very good in snow."
"When I was living in Hokkaido, Japan I used Sorels and my feet literally NEVER go cold! I use the Caribou."
"I love anything Sorel."
"I love anything Sorel."
"SORELS; Fashion meets quality."
"Sorels. Insulated and waterproof."
#2
Bogs
4.5
(27)
"I swear by bogs. I have been getting them second hand every year from Mercari."
"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."
"I bought Bogs and I love them."
#3
Baffin
4.3
(26)
"Baffins if you can afford them (probably the best winter boot you can get)."
"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"
"Baffins. By far."
#4
Kamik
4.3
(17)
"I have Kamik nation plus and find them too hot for most weather! -30 outside for hours they are great and never got cold."
"Kamik is the brand and after a few months I am really pleased. These are rated to -30c."
"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."
"Kamik is good, Canadian made and they stand by their product."
"Kamik. Tons of styles and a very nice price point. You can get serious snow boots, or lighter ones that are more stylish."
"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."
#5
Steger
4.7
(15)
"Steger Mukluks."
"The answer is Steger Mukluks"
"Second their mukluks and they also have a synthetic version for slush."
"I can't recommend Steger mukluks enough. They're amazingly warm and breathable. Made for literal arctic conditions, rated for -40F and colder."
"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."
#6
Blundstone
4.1
(13)
"Blundstones and Bogs."
"Blundstones are perfect for around town / work while dealing with a decent amount of snow."
"I’ve really liked my Blundstones."
"Blunderstone makes nice boots, they have winter and summer ones, good traction on ice and warm if you get the winter ones."
"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."
"Blundstones"
"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."
#7
Keen
4.2
(11)
"My Keen terradora are great fit."
"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."
"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."
#8
Columbia
4.1
(10)
"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."
"For everyday I use Columbia Fairbanks"
"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."
"I think I’ll look into Columbia! Thanks!"
"I have Columbia ones for the harsher days and Comfy Moda boots for 'it might snow' days."
"Columbia Minx Shortys"
#9
Merrell
4.4
(9)
"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."
#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
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."
#12
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"
#13
Icebug
4.2
(6)
"I have a pair of icebugs, a Swedish brand that is basically studded snow tires in boot form!"
"Icebugs."
"For commercial brands I advise IceBugs, little expensive but the quality is very high."
"I have Icebugs, and Legero boots as well. i have had both pairs for several years, both are in good condition."
"Icebugs!"
"Icebug is a Swedish brand and they make good winter shoes."
#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
UGG
4.2
(6)
"Ugg Adirondak III. Did a ton of research 3 years ago and got them for her for Christmas. She has told me multiple times that here feet have never been warm until I got her these."
"Definitely UGGs or Ugg styled boots AND get a long shoehorn."
"I’m on my second pair of Ugg boots. Love the insides."
"UGG, Dr Martens... my wife bought 1 pair GG and it lasted for +7 years"
"I wear hardcore winter boot uggs. They’re ugly but damn they’re warm. Been over 10 years too."
"Uggs are not a good choice for winter anywhere in Canada."
#16
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."
#17
Muck
4.6
(5)
"Nothing warmer than Muck boots. Highly recommend the article versions."
"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."
#18
Cougar
3.8
(5)
"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."
"Sorels destroyed my feet but I switched to Cougar and they're great."
"Cougar not bad."
#19
Stonz
4.8
(4)
"We have both the Stonz Toddler bootie and the Puffer Bottie. Ours isn’t walking yet but they do very much stay on. Highly recommend."
"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."
"Might be a bit more expensive (~$50) but Stonz Toddler booties would probably work."
#20
Danner
4.5
(4)
"Danner FTW"
"Danner has a wide variety of options, including insulated hikers."
"Danner makes wide."
"But get the Danners to flex on em."
#21
Ariat
4.7
(3)
"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."
"Ariat has a pretty good selection for women's boots. If you are wanting boots that are insulated, then I'd say look at their Riveter."
#22
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."
#23
Canada Pooch
4.3
(3)
"Best pair I have found and they even stay on during snow zoomies."
"The soft shield boots are awesome. They stay on, are protective without being too stiff and heavy."
"I would look at what Canada Pooch has."
#24
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"
#25
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."
#26
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."
#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
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!"
#30
Pomar
4.5
(2)
"I loooove my Pomar boots. Great quality. Have worn them daily for three winters now in the city as well as hiking and they still look new. Kept my feet cozy in minus 30 and have good grippy soles."
"Kuoma, Pomar are two affordable Finnish branded shoes for winter."
#31
Nokian
4.5
(2)
"For wet conditions my vote goes for Nokian Naali."
"Nokian Naali are good."
#32
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."
#33
Kuoma
4.0
(2)
"Kuoma, Pomar are two affordable Finnish branded shoes for winter."
"Kuoma, Lowa"
#34
Santana
4.0
(2)
"Santana boots!"
"I like Santana and Blondo for when it's time to look spiffy."
#35
Windriver
4.0
(2)
"Bought the Windriver from Mark’s based on this report."
"I wear these."
#36
Lems
3.5
(2)
"Lems Boulder Summit are my snow shoveling shoes."
"Not quite as nice as others mentioned here, but frequently on sale for about 40%."
#37
Helly Hansen
3.0
(2)
"I use Helly Hansen Bivy 2.0 snow boots."
"I have Helly Hansen and Lowa boots for winter."
#38
Redwing
3.0
(2)
"I like my Redwing boots."
"Something like Redwings may look nice but your feet will be very cold."
#39
Icebug Boots with Studs
5.0
(1)
"For winter walking, especially once everything is icy/slippery, I love my Icebug boots with studs."
#40
Icebug Adak M Michelin WIC Woolpower
5.0
(1)
"Https://icebug.com/sv/product/adak-m-michelin-wic-woolpower"
#41
Untamed Street Winter Boots
5.0
(1)
"Totally got me through a full winter and still brand new looking."
#42
Helly Hansen Bivy 2.0
5.0
(1)
"The Helly Hansen's have been a total game changer."
#43
Manitobah Tamaracks
5.0
(1)
"I wore my tamaracks in -40F in 2018/19 and my feet never even got cold."
#44
UGG UGGs
5.0
(1)
"I would go with UGGs."
#45
UGG Tasman
5.0
(1)
"The men’s ugg Tasman’s are fire and I got them them freshman year and still wear them."
#46
Danners
5.0
(1)
"The answer is always Danners."
#47
Walkee Paws
5.0
(1)
"Walkee Paws is proven and tested when it comes to paw protection."
#48
Duck Feet shearling lined boots
5.0
(1)
"Duck feet shearling lined boots."
#49
Thorogood
4.0
(1)
"Thorogood or Chippewa. Depending on your budget and need. I work outside in Thorogood thru the whole winter in Helsinki."
#50
Schnees
4.0
(1)
"Schnees (basically a jacked up LL Bean with repair options) or muck boot for the cheaper option."
#51
White Air Force
4.0
(1)
"White Air Force Bunny Boot, pretty popular boot in Alaska."
#52
Polypropylene
4.0
(1)
"I’m in Wisconsin. I’ll use a polypropylene base layer sock and then go with a real good merino wool sock over that."
#53
Toe Warmers
4.0
(1)
"Toe warmers made in Canada. I’m a woman with wide feet and they work out for me."
#54
Nicks
4.0
(1)
"Really high end…Nicks choreboot with some sno sneal on them."
#55
Kastel
4.0
(1)
"I'm rockin' a pair of woolen Kastel's in Stavanger."
#56
Get Outside
4.0
(1)
"Get Outside at Queen/Spadina can sort you out."
#57
Red Wing
4.0
(1)
"Get red wings."
#58
Merrell Boots
4.0
(1)
"I have aomw Merrels but they must be wide width or EEE whatever."
#59
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."
#60
Herberts Boots
4.0
(1)
"I recently got a pair of these mukluks that are all leather on the outside and wool inside."
#61
Arbpro Neos
4.0
(1)
"Arbpro Neos combined with darn tough hunting socks."
#62
Arbotec Profell Xpert
4.0
(1)
"Arbotec Profell Xpert."
#63
Surplus Canadian Army
4.0
(1)
"I wear Surplus Canadian army mukluks while at base camp. Wore them in -37C no problems."
#64
Gore-Tex
4.0
(1)
"Normal gortex boots and wool socks in the winter."
#65
Nokian Footwear
4.0
(1)
"The type used by the Finnish armed forces is the Nokian Footwear Naali. It's a rubber boot with a thick detachable felt liner and an insulated midsole structure."
#66
Kamuk
4.0
(1)
"Kamuk Nationplus have been brilliant. Nice and warm even in -30°c but as PAC boots they are quite heavy."
#67
Back to Berkeley
4.0
(1)
"Back to Berkeley boot would also work super well."
#68
The North Face
4.0
(1)
"Also recommend Northface Glenclyde lows, the mids might be better for snow depending on where you are."
#69
Saltsox
4.0
(1)
"I’ve used saltsox in the winter and lavasox in the summer."
#70
Daytona
4.0
(1)
"Gortex touring boots. They add a level insulation."
#71
Jan and Jul
4.0
(1)
"It’s a canadian brand and they have fairly wide winter boots for toddlers."
#72
Dunlops
4.0
(1)
"I'm a fan of dunlops rubber boots with the vibram sole upgrade. They are good for -40 to +25. They breathe well despite being rubbers."
#73
Black Bunny Boots
4.0
(1)
"They’re not quite as warm as the whites, which is perfect for Juneau."
#74
Wildling Shoes
4.0
(1)
"I use cloth boots made in Germany called Wildling Shoes."
#75
Wills Vegan Shoes
4.0
(1)
"I was able to find, Wills Vegan Shoes and Kamik, so far based off of other posts."
#76
Uggs
4.0
(1)
"Uggs have a wide toe box."
#77
See Kai Run
4.0
(1)
"We liked See Kai Run as our first snow boots."
#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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