Work Boot reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 241 Reddit reviews across 36 subreddits and 71 posts to rank the best Work Boot brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/WorkBoots, r/Boots, r/DieselTechs, r/Construction, r/BuyItForLife. Top-rated brands include Red Wing (4.7/5), Thorogood (4.6/5), Danner (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews241
Subreddits36
Posts71
Brands44
Products68
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#1
Red Wing
4.7
(62)
"I highly recommend going in to a Red Wing store and treat yourself to the full Red Wing retail experience."
"Red Wing are the best, IMO."
"For work boots that can handle refinery conditions with toe protection and lacing, Red Wing's Iron Ranger or King Toe models are known for their durability and comfort."
"Redwing 2233s are damned resistant to a lot of chemicals, acids, bases, oils, grease, fiberglass dust, etc."
"Redwing supersole 3507 or 2534."
"Red wing king toe. Been wearing them for 12 years."
"Red Wings all day long. Clean and oil twice a year."
"American made Redwings Or Carolina’s for a better boot."
"I really recommend them. Mine have the boa laces."
"Red Wings are a bit pricey, but worth every penny."
#2
Thorogood
4.6
(27)
"They’re my favorite and most comfortable boot."
"Spend just a bit more and get Thorogood or Red Wing."
"The best work boot on the market is the Thorogood mocktoe."
"Thorogoods, best boots I’ve ever had and can be resoled."
"I've used so many work boot brands, including $600 PNW brands. In all honesty, nothing is more comfortable than my thorogood Moc toes."
"I’m voting for Thorogood 8” Trail Crazy Horse Moc Toe."
"Thorogood"
"I love my thorogoods."
"I wear Thorogoods and they are super comfortable right out the box."
"I wear Thorogood moc toe. Comfy boots."
#3
Danner
4.5
(23)
"Danner or Belleville - the go to boots for our Marines!"
"I'ma dude but I 2nd Danner boots. On my 2nd pair and I love both - one for daily and one for field."
"Those are super popular around here amongst tradespeople. My husband wears them as an electrician. They are good boots!"
"Not a woman but Danner boots have been great for walking/hiking."
"Danner has been my go to for 4 years running."
"I will back Danners til the day I die."
"Danner Quarry is some of the best I’ve come across yet."
"I'd get a pair of cheap ones from somewhere to keep in his truck for those days then for everything else I'd recommend danner quarrys."
"I’m currently wearing a peanut of Danner Bull Runs but also have had excellent experiences with Thorogoods."
"Honestly, I am mighty impressed with the Quarry breath ability."
#4
Keen
4.1
(16)
"Keen's have been outstanding."
"Agreed. Ive had the same pair of Keens for over 5 years, with no need to replace."
"Keen has the most comfortable boots I’ve worn."
"I forget the model but Keens definitely would be a good place to start."
"I've spent the past year wearing Keen's Fort Wayne's in a warehouse."
"But in all honesty nothing wrong with keens."
"Some decent options around your price point would be Keen Cincinnati."
"Check out Keen Camden, waterproof all black."
"I like Keene's women's boots!"
"Keen"
#5
Carolina
4.1
(11)
"Carolina’s all day. I’ve worn the same pair for 6 years without fail."
"Carolina's were the most comfortable steel toe shoe I have ever worn."
"If you are doing a lot of shovel digging, I'd suggest a lug sole boot. I find wedge soles to be too soft. Here is what I see in your price range: Carolina 28 Series"
"Based on others' comments in this community, the Carolina Matterhorns have served them very well performing maintenance on oil rigs."
"Carolina 7516, a wedge like sole with a defined heel if you ever need to climb a ladder at work."
"Some decent options around your price point would be Carolina 28 Series."
"For the price, Georgia and Carolina boots would serve you well."
"I like the Carolinas, but any of those are gonna be decent."
"Carolina's 28 Series is a solid boot."
"Carolinas. I get about 2 years of them."
#6
Irish Setter
4.2
(9)
"Irish setter wing shooter ST all day!! the most comfortable and the most waterproof boot I ever wore."
"Irish Setter Marshall 83912 (steel toe) or 83923 (soft toe)."
"Irish Setter Ashby. It's a write in but they're better than Rock Rooster."
"Some decent options around your price point would be Irish Setter Wingshooter ST."
"Irish setters are my favorite they’re decently priced & last a while for the price."
"Irish Setter Ashby"
"I like irish setters."
"Irish Setter 12" Elk Tracker Waterproof GORE-TEX."
"For me."
#7
Wolverine
4.4
(7)
"Comfort wise. I go with wolverine. Tuff sole and you can stand in them all day."
"Wolverine Durashocks to hands down be the most comfortable work boot."
"I recommend Wolverines. Comfy and lasted me 2 plus years."
"To me the boots that hit the sweet spot for value are the Wolverine Raider Durashocks."
"I like my current Wolverines, cost around $100 and I’ve had them almost a year."
"I'm enjoying my wolverine hellcats."
#8
Timberland Pro
4.3
(7)
"I’ve had a few pairs of Timberland Pro Boondocks."
"Timberland pro's are the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned."
"Timberland Pros are a great $100 boot."
"Timberland Boondocks come in black. They are a pretty solid boot."
"Timberland Pro. On the same pair since 2014."
"Bit expensive but they are comfy as shit and they last pretty decent."
"Timberland pros. The steel/poly toes take a couple days to break in."
#9
Jim Green
4.3
(6)
"I wish back then I had the Jim Green Razorback."
"Jim Green Razorback. What you described is what they are built for."
"Have you looked at Jim Green at all? Before they started selling barefoot shoes and boots their primary market was work boots in South Africa."
"[Jim Green Barefoot African Ranger] is absolutely the boot what you want."
"Jim Green makes awesome boots worth looking at."
"Have a really good reputation as heavy duty boots."
#10
Ariat
4.3
(6)
"The longest lasting and most comfy boots I've ever had."
"I agree with those who have said artists. That’s what I get and have no complaints"
"I've worn Ariat workhog boots for a long time, I would suggest them."
"I’ve used ariat workhogs for years, spent some extra money this year on a similiar boot by thorogood."
"I have Ariat boots that are really comfortable."
"Ariats have lasted me years. I bought a cheaper Ariat boot in January and they're already falling apart. Anything $250+ in Ariat will last you 2-3 years"
#11
Whites
5.0
(5)
"I'm a fan of my Whites. They're not cheap, but I can usually get 2 years out of them before a resole."
"Whites, nicks, or Drew’s boots in logger/smokejumper configuration."
"Boots are something to buy in quality. Don't mess around, Get whites, have them fitted."
"Based on your description I’d go with some loggers from reputable brands like Whites."
"If US or Canada might look at Drew's, Nick's, Whites or JKs. Buy once, take care of them and they'll last your career."
#12
Chippewa
4.8
(4)
"I switched to Chippewas and love them. Comfy and have last around 5 years now."
"I’ve always worn Chippewa or Redwing."
"I bought womens Chippewa logger boots. They meet all the requirements and they’re a solid comfy work boot."
"Go Chippewa more comfy than Carolinas!"
#13
Brunt
4.5
(4)
"I got a pair of brunt and absolutely love them."
"BRUNT is what we found for comfort and durability."
"Brunt Perkins composite toe - I’ve had them for a year in an area that experiences all weather types."
"They have been surprisingly decent."
#14
Nick's
5.0
(3)
"I would take a look at the Waterwork my friend!"
"I have a pair of Nick’s that have lasted 20+ years with a couple resolings."
"If you have the cash, Nick’s Boots are unbeatable (and unbreakable)."
#15
Solovair
4.7
(3)
"The answer is solovair in the UK. They used to make doc martens boots for doc martens before all production was moved to Asia. They have shanks as well and are fully resolable which docs aren't."
"Solovair 100% great quality also solovair puts steal shanks in their boots doc martens does not steal shank will help with arch support also they can be resoled by a cobbler"
"Solovairs if you have a big budget under armor if you have a small budget."
#16
Georgia
4.7
(3)
"I bought a pair of Georgia boots the LTX loggers and they're great!"
"I bought a pair of Georgia boots two weeks ago the LTX loggers....may have the letters mixed up but ya I paid $180 and it feels like wearing a pair of sneakers."
"For the price, Georgia and Carolina boots would serve you well."
#17
Rock Rooster
4.3
(3)
"I’ve had the rock roosters for about 5 months now and have been really happy with them."
"O been buying the rockrooster an to be honest for 120 buck they are pretty close to the irishsettlers."
"Rockrooster should be best."
#18
Timberland
4.3
(3)
"I can vouch for the timberland pro’s. Have a pair and have worn them for years."
"I'd say go with Timberland pros."
"Out of these 3, probably timberland pro and the most expensive."
#19
Blundstone
4.3
(3)
"Blundstones worth every penny and no laces to burn"
"The only one that checked most of the boxes for me is Blundestone."
"This sub will downvote but Blundstones are the answer. Lightweight and great for standing long periods of time."
#20
Cougar Paws
5.0
(2)
"Cougar Paws are the absolute best."
"Cougar paws are specifically designed for roofers."
#21
Nicks
5.0
(2)
"I purchased some high arch boots from Nicks and they are the most comfortable footwear I've ever owned."
"If US or Canada might look at Drew's, Nick's, Whites or JKs. Buy once, take care of them and they'll last your career."
#22
Double H
4.5
(2)
"Double H boots have served me well!"
"Double H for quality, made in the USA or you can go with Ariat."
#23
Redback
4.5
(2)
"Redback are the best!"
"They're Australian-made Chelsea boot style work boots."
#24
Xtratuf
4.5
(2)
"Xtratuf is the answer you’re looking for."
"I use xtratuf or huk chem resistant deck boots."
#25
Rockrooster
4.5
(2)
"Rockrooster 'Norwood' model $100 on AMZ- as good, if not better than some $300 boots."
"Rockrooster norwood maybe."
#26
JKs
4.5
(2)
"If US or Canada might look at Drew's, Nick's, Whites or JKs. Buy once, take care of them and they'll last your career."
"Good recs here - check out JK’s as well with their wedge sole boots."
#27
JK
4.0
(2)
"Their last has a roomy toe box."
"JK's."
#28
Carhartt
3.5
(2)
"Very comfy and I'm going on 1 year with them."
"I got some Carhartts for about 180 I think. The leather on the steel toes is peeling off but the soles and bottoms of the boots are still solid!"
#29
Sievi
3.5
(2)
"Sievi bro! Sievi"
"I only use Sievi but I'm not sure about availability in the States"
#30
Rockfall
3.0
(2)
"This one has a side zipper."
"I believe this brand has been recommended before for work boots."
#31
Belleville
5.0
(1)
"Danner or Belleville - the go to boots for our Marines!"
#32
Redbacks
5.0
(1)
"There made in Aussie, and they so compfy and relatively affordable Chelsea style workbook."
#33
Twisted X
5.0
(1)
"My husband said Twisted X are the most comfortable work boots he's found."
#34
Birkenstock
5.0
(1)
"Can't get better than that when it comes to S3 certified shoes."
#35
PNW
5.0
(1)
"Pnw boots reign supreme."
#36
RM Williams
5.0
(1)
"Will last you a lifetime."
#37
Union
5.0
(1)
"Hands down 100% American made."
#38
Under Armour
4.0
(1)
"I got the Underarmor boots for like 60$ after several coworkers recommended them."
#39
Redwing
4.0
(1)
"Could look at thorogood or redwing."
#40
Bogs
4.0
(1)
"Bogs for wet and muddy."
#41
Oboz
4.0
(1)
"Check out Oboz, pretty the Bridger model comes with with composite toe."
#42
Wills Vegan Shoes
4.0
(1)
"Waterproof construction."
#43
Carets
4.0
(1)
"Carets has a steel toed work boot for 250$."
#44
Baak
4.0
(1)
"There's a German brand called Baak - their Phoenix line looks promising, haven't tried them myself though."
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