Best work boots on Reddit

650 reviews from r/Boots, r/Construction, r/IBEW and 26 more subreddits

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Red Wing

4.5

(117)

"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."

"Def third for redwings - I love mine."

"Mine have laces but they fit amazing/are very comfortable and are still steal toed."

"They're not slip ons, but it's been the best boot I have owned."

"Bump it up to 315 and get him redwings, take him to a retailer and have them fitted."

"I've always worn RedWings. I have no foot or knee problems and I can go all day with no discomfort."

"You know redwings have a lifetime warranty."

"I’ve always heard red wings were the best."

"Red Wings are great! How long has he had the current pair? With proper care it’s not uncommon to have them for 15 years or more."

Thorogood

4.2

(97)

"I wear Thorogood 6” moc toe boots."

"Thorogoods are some of the best boots you can buy for the money."

"Thorogood moc toe, the soles are insanely comfortable."

"And get some good insoles like SuperFeet."

"The boots that I can wear after work and my feet won’t feel like making me cry."

"Get him some thorogoods, american made."

"Thorogoods. If you take care of the leather they can be resoled."

"Thoroughgood steel toe wedge sole."

"I wear thorogoods moc toe with the wedge sole."

"Thorogood boots."

Danner

4.5

(57)

"I'ma dude but I 2nd Danner boots. On my 2nd pair and I love both - one for daily and one for field."

"I like my Danners!"

"I’ve had a pair of Danner Bull Run boots for 8 years now, on their second resoling."

"My god were they were amazing."

"Danner Quarry"

"Danner or Red Wing"

"Another solid choice would be [Danner Quarry]"

"I recently switched from RedWings to Danner, both are great."

"My everyday pair that I wear for horses, walking, chores, hiking, etc I buy Danner."

"Danner makes some fantastic work boots."

Keen

4.3

(51)

"Keen's have been outstanding."

"Agreed. Ive had the same pair of Keens for over 5 years, with no need to replace."

"Their 6 inch Cincinnati boot gets me through winter here in the Northeast Ohio snowbelt."

"Extremely comfortable."

"My favorite boot ever after 11+ years in the trade"

"They're very comfy with wide toe boxes."

"I bought [these](https://a.co/d/fxc6zcM) about 2 years ago and haven’t regretted it for a second!"

"Keen Cincinnati"

"I recently switched to these and have had zero problems being on my feet all day."

"I just got some keens, best decision ever."

Ariat

4.1

(28)

"I'd suggest looking at Ariat boots."

"Now that I've had several pair of Ariat I have to agree."

"Ariat >>>"

"Https://www.ariat.com/mens-work-boots?"

"Best durability and comfort for me."

"Ariat has a huge variety of boots, especially cowboy boots."

"Ariat’s."

"I’m looking at some Ariats."

"I like my Ariats."

"Wild not to have Ariat on here as a mid-tier boot option."

Wolverine

3.8

(24)

"Wolverine for me."

"Wolverine and timberland are both the best boots I’ve ever worn."

"I bought a pair of Wolverines on a whim and have worn them for 7 years."

"Get some Wolverines. They are a little cheaper."

"They're nice feet slide right in but I'd definitely recommend a good pair of insoles for the long days"

"Wolverine raider with insulation more comfy little less waterproof."

"Wolverine Raider imo"

"For pure comfort, i think wolverines with durashock or multishock/contour welt cant be beat."

"Wolverine"

"I’ve been using Wolverine for a couple years now."

Timberland

3.5

(24)

"I’ll chime in and agree with the Timberlands."

"I got my son a pair of Timberland Pros for his lumberyard job."

"Only done one season on each but they have held up incredibly well."

"Timberland boots, composite toe/plate."

"Nothing but good things to say about them"

"I get an easy 2-3 years per pair."

"They last a long time and were very comfortable for me from day one."

"Have held up very well."

"My first pair I got were steel toe timberlands."

"I bought Timberlands for the required arch guard."

Nick's

4.8

(17)

"They are built tough, are actually repairable and, they do completely custom sizing."

"Jk boots, nicks boots are as close to bifl as you can get."

"Whites boots are fully rebuildable and far superior boots than Red Wing."

"Nicks boots."

"Nick's."

"Nick's boots are my favorite."

"Nicks."

"PNW handmade boots: Franks, Nicks, White’s, Wesco."

"Nicks or Franks"

Carolina

3.9

(19)

"Best boots I ever bought."

"Carolina no doubt"

"Carolinas are wildly durable in my experience."

"Carolina wedge sole with tuff toe."

"Carolina Amp"

"Carolina, Carhart, Ariat, Red Wing."

"Personally I find Carolinas to be one of the best quality & fit for the price."

"I enjoy Carolina and thorogood."

"My last pair were Carolinas and honestly there're still okay after 2 years."

"I know it’s not on the list but I’ve only ever worn Carolina work boots they’re pretty good."

#10

Timberland Pro

4.3

(17)

"My timberland pro have lasted me seven years now and can probably go another 4 more easily."

"Hands down"

"I’m on my second pair of these timberland pro’s."

"Years of working outside, in Ohio, in the freezing weather."

"Comfortable since day 1."

"Already saved my foot from being crushed."

"I felt the Timberlandpro women's work boot was exceptionally narrow compared to most."

"My last pair lasted me three years."

"Just pair with a good set of wool socks for extra warmth."

"I’ve been wearing timberland pros for almost 3 years of firefighting, they are pretty heavy but any other boot I’ve worn has lasted a year tops."

#11

Redwing

4.4

(13)

"Can't go wrong with Redwings. I've had mine for about 10 years and they fit like a well worn glove now. super comfortable"

"Will last you a long ass time."

"I have always loved my Redwings."

"Redwings."

"Red wings...not even a question."

"Redwing hands down."

"Very happy with my Redwings."

"Redwing and wolverine by far. Screw cat they messed my feet up"

"I’m a redwing guy."

"Redwing but only the American made with American leather."

#12

Redback

4.7

(12)

"Redback boots"

"My husband is a mechanic and always gets redback Australian boots."

"You can find them on Amazon, but make sure you check the store is actually redback."

"Switched to them 12 years ago and I’ve never doubted buying a new pair."

"Best boot I have ever worn."

"Redbacks 😎"

"Fantastic boots."

"Redback boots are the most comfortable boots I've ever owned."

"Two pairs of redbacks have lasted me two years so far."

"RedBacks"

#13

Brunt

4.2

(11)

"I switched to brunt’s after using wolverines for 10 years... I switched to brunt’s and I’ve had the same pair for 2 years and they haven’t started to fall apart yet. Highly recommend the"

"The most comfortable I’ve found."

"I’ve had a pair for 2 years and they’ve done me amazingly well."

"Are great American brand sturdy as"

"Solid all around."

"They have a bunch of good styles and d a good return policy"

"I bought some Brunt boots."

"Anyone like Brunt ?"

"Brunt boots. Check them out and they have no break in period."

"Brunt."

#14

Blundstone

4.6

(9)

"They’ve always been quite comfortable!"

"My wife has had hers for over 10 years!"

"I finally switched and these are a year and a half old."

"I've found Blundstone Chelsea boots to be extremely comfortable."

"I wear Blundstone CSA approved boots most of the time framing."

"I lived in blundstones, rubber boots, and foam clogs from Amojii."

"Incredibly comfortable unless you need steel toes."

"I like blundstone's lace-up models."

"I love my Blundstones, since switching my knee pain has significantly decreased."

#15

Jim Green

4.2

(9)

"Second consider Jim Green made in South Africa."

"Seconding Jim Green. They’re exceptionally well-made."

"Jim Green Razorback, AR8, or Baobab. Their boots are all leather."

"Jim green makes better boots than red wing for the same or less price."

"Check out Jim Green boots."

"Jim Green makes a nice boot for pretty cheap."

"They’re not the lightest, but Jim Green’s are roomy"

"Third Jim Green, but you may want an insole because their insoles are hot fucking garbage."

"Jim Green Razorback or AR8. Neither is waterproof."

#16

Irish Setter

4.3

(7)

"I like Irish setters. I’ve had keens, timberlands, you name it."

"Of all the boots I have used, Irish setter by far."

"I have used Irish Setter Marshall 11” boots for about 3 years now."

"Only done one season on each but they have held up incredibly well."

"Irish Setters, Ariats, Keen and Thorough goods are all good."

"I prefer Irish Setters after trying many different brands."

"Irish setters."

#17

CAT

3.2

(9)

"I'm rocking 8" high caterpillar boots."

"Cat and timbs are good."

"Cat by far."

"I’ve had several pairs of CATs."

"On my 3rd pair of CAT."

"CAT is just rebranded Wolverine."

"For me, cat and wolverine are pretty acceptable for the price."

"I like CAT boots that kind of look like Timberlands"

"Went through 2 pairs in 3 months."

#18

White's

4.8

(6)

"Whites are probably the toughest work boots you can buy."

"White’s are awesome, Redwing are top tiers as well."

"PNW handmade boots: Franks, Nicks, White’s, Wesco."

"White's. Kenetrek. Nick's."

"White’s, Nick’s, JK, Frank’s…"

"But they are pricey."

#19

Mongrel

4.8

(6)

"The comfiest boots I’ve ever worn"

"Well worth the investment."

"Mongrel lace up boots with the zipper (561) last really long."

"Mongrel boots. Best boot made."

"Comfiest work boots you'll find."

"Hard wearing and comfortable straight out of the box."

#20

Nick's Boots

4.7

(6)

"Check out Nick’s Boots. They’re built tough AF."

"Nicks Boots are amazing."

"Nicks, Westco, Whites Boots tend to be heavier duty than Red Wings."

"I believe the best work boot makers in North America are Nicks Boots and White’s Boots."

"Pricey, but the price reflects the quality."

#21

Chippewa

4.2

(6)

"I love my Chippewas. Had them for years, use them as work boots."

"Chippewa"

"Chippewa boots"

"Chippewa"

"I miss USA Chippewa…😔"

"I wear Chippewas because my employer reimburses me $150 every year for new boots."

#22

Haix

4.8

(5)

"The most comfortable and durable that I have ever worn are HAIX boots."

"Haix"

"Add Haix"

"Haix."

#23

Georgia Boots

4.4

(5)

"Georgia boots have been so comfy I use an 8inch"

"Should've just put Georgia Boots and called it the whole list"

"Georgia Boots. I’ve tried ‘em all."

"Always liked Georgia Boots."

"Georgia boots."

#24

Frank's

4.8

(4)

"My personal recommendation, Frank's....6 or 700 dollars but your feet wont bother you for years."

"PNW handmade boots: Franks, Nicks, White’s, Wesco."

"I prefer my Franks or JK boots."

"If you’re willing to invest money, Frank’s has a model with canvas siding."

#25

Oliver

4.8

(4)

"Another vote for Oliver's, been wearing them for years."

"Oliver’s is the way to go"

"Oliver boots."

"Going to try on for fit and comfort Oliver's and Mongrels."

#26

5.0

(2)

"Jim Green African Rangers are the lightest boots I've used."

"I'm rocking Jim green African rangers with nice aftermarket insoles."

#39

Birks Defender

5.0

(2)

"Birks Defender."

"Been wearing Birks Defender and they are more or less bulletproof."

#40

Red Wing Boots

5.0

(2)

"We got him in some redwings that are resoleable."

"Red Wing has a few options that use them."

#41

4.0

(2)

"Cofras are pretty well insulated."

#52

Puma

4.0

(2)

"Also do a great boot good for sites etc"

"Work bought Puma ones and they’re great."

#53

Skechers

4.0

(2)

"They said Keen and Skechers were the most comfortable and affordable."

"Are really comfortable actually and are only like 70-100$."

#54

Rocky

4.0