Updated 11 March 2020 by James
After years and hundreds of hours of testing & reviewing, we have strong opinions about what makes the work boots: comfort, durability, breathability, safety, slip-resistance, price, robustness, and support.
FOR MEN: The Thorogood American Heritage (On special until end April 2020) has all those features and beats it’s competition hands down. Made in the USA with 100% leather uppers, they are also cozy, breathable, and robust. They also have a slip resistant outsole, providing excellent traction and cushioning. The work shoes allow your feet to breathe and offer a comfort cushion insole. These stylish, great quality, comfortable boots will be the to ones you’ve ever owned.
In a hurry? Here are our favorite work boots for men.
- Thorogood Men’s American Heritage 6″ Moc Toe (Our All-Time Favorite Men’s Work Boots)
- Timberland PRO Men’s Titan Waterproof 6″ Alloy Safety Toe
- Timberland PRO Men’s Direct Attach Six-Inch Soft-Toe Boot
- EVER BOOTS “Ultra Dry” Men’s Premium Leather Waterproof Work Boots Insulated Rubber Outsole
- Under Armour Men’s Valsetz Rts Military and Tactical Boot
FOR WOMEN: The Timberland Nellie Waterproof (On special until end April 2020) have all the features to beat their competition hands down. These work shoes are the most comfortable and waterproof boots on the market. Made of 100% leather uppers, they feature breathable mesh linings, padded collars and removable anti-fatigue inner soles, offering all day comfort and support. They are also durable, insulated, robust and functional. Rugged and feminine, you can confidently strut your way through the day in any weather with these fantastic work shoes.
In a hurry? Here are our favorite work boots for women.
The Working Boots for Men & Women
Our top pick for women
Awesome value
✔ Comfortable
✔ Double waterproof
Our top pick for men
Great features
✔ Reliable
✔ Durable
Select Your Type of Working Boots
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Thorogood 814-4200 Heritage 6″ (Men)
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Timberland Pro Titan Waterproof (Men)
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Timberland Pro Direct Attach (Men)
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Ever Ultra Dry Premium (Men)
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Under Armour Valsetz RTS (Men)
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Thorogood Men’s American Heritage 6″ Moc Toe
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Timberland PRO Men’s Titan¿ Waterproof 6″ Alloy Safety Toe
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Under Armour Men’s Valsetz RTS Side Zip Military and Tactical Boot
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Timberland PRO Men’s Direct Attach Six-Inch Soft-Toe Boot
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Smith & Wesson Men’s Breach 2.0 Tactical Size Zip Boots
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EVER BOOTS “Ultra Dry” Men’s Premium Leather Waterproof Work Boots
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Skechers Men’s Mariner Utility Boot
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New Balance Men’s MID627 Steel-Toe Work Shoe
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Maelstrom Men’s TAC FORCE 8 Inch Waterproof Insulated Military Tactical Duty Work Boot with Zipper
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Timberland Nellie Waterproof (Women)
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Timberland Pro Titan (Women)
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Caterpillar Echo Steel Toe (Women)
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Ariat Cowgirl Fatbaby Collection (Women)
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Skechers Workshire Peril (Women)
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Timberland Nellie Waterproof (Women)
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Timberland Pro Titan Waterproof (Men)
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Under Armour Valsetz RTS (Men)
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Timberland Pro Direct Attach (Men)
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Ariat Fatbaby Collection (Women)
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Skechers Workshire Peril (Women)
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Men’s Working Boots Reviewed
#01. Thorogood 814-4200 Heritage 6″ (Men)
It provides you with durability on a silver platter. It has inbuilt systems, including the Dual Density Ultimate Shock Absorption Insole which offers high comfort.
Want to know our favorite part?
It also has Rubber Wedge OutsoleMoc with high resistivity to any slips from oil spillage or wet grounds.
PROS
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Reliable
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Durable
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Attractive
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Affordable and sturdy
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Lightweight and excellent traction
CONS
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Narrow
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Unstable heel
#02. Timberland Pro Titan 6″ Waterproof (Men)
These Beez Neez boots are the real deal. Timberland did not mess around when engineering these boots. They do not only meet the required testing standards, but they blow them out of the water!
So, what makes them so unique? They feature the waterproof membrane moisture-channeling spacer mesh comfort lining with integral anti-microbial technology that keeps your feet dry and comfortable.
They also incorporate the alloy-titanium toe that keeps you steady on your feet, the slip, oil and abrasion-resistant soles that ensure you are safe no matter where you tread. Moreover, did we mention they electrical shock resistant? The boots have the EHP that keeps you safe from open circuits, and a rebound heel inserts that offer you durable cushioning and energy return, the nylon diffusion shank for torsional rigidity and the Titanâ„¢ safety toe cap for maximum protection.
On top of all of that, they offer you adequate comfort and their premium soft full-grained leather upper offers you a faster ‘break-in’ time and superior levels of foot-pleasure. The work shoes combine safety, practicality, and comfort, to deliver you some excellent pair of boots. When you get them, you may never want to put on any other kicks ever again!
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Durable high-quality
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Waterproof and secure
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Excellent traction
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Easy on/off, versatile
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Breathable and stable
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Reliable and supportive
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Solid construction
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Warm and dry
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Quick break-in time
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Run large
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Bulky
Women’s Working Boots Reviewed
#01. Timberland Nellie Waterproof Ankle (Women)
The Timberland Nellie Double Waterproof Ankle Boots are great at what they do, which is to cater to all your worksite foot requirements.
These boots indeed tick all the boxes with the numerous features they possess. The removable anti-fatigue insoles provide all-day cushioning and robust support, with the breathable mesh linings and padded collars provide additional comfort. The Nellie double waterproof ankle boots will keep you dry in all weather, year round!
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Comfortable, easy to pull on
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Worth their price
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Lightweight and breathable
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Rustproof and waterproof
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Secure and reliable
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Supportive and stable
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Perfect fit, great design
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Durable and versatile
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Short laces
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No zipper for easy removal
#02. Timberland PRO Titan (Women)
The Timberland PRO Women’s Titan Waterproof Work Boots assist the busy, working professionals to perform at their top on the job despite the various hazardous situations. They feature the PowerFitTM Comfort System Nylon Diffusion Shank for torsional rigidity. They also possess the electrical hazard protection feature that keeps your feet safe from any open circuits, and a rebound heel insert that offers you durable cushioning and energy return. They deliver high performance and leave you smiling all day long.
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Waterproof
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Safety toe
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High performance
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Aggressive treads
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Durable
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Stable and cozy
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Insufficient cushioning
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Short laces
In Summary
A work boot is a style of boot required for an employee by an employer as part of a work uniform and covers your foot and ankle, while others include a part of the leg.
When selecting the top work boots this year, we considered the comfort, safety, and slip-resistant features. A kick with incredible safety features like metatarsal guards, puncture resistance, steel toe or composite toes enables your working day to be perfect and smooth a-day long.
Comfort features include the removable gel-infused footbed with memory foam and shock-absorbing mid-soles which are a part of most work shoes. Slip-resistance mainly involves the outsoles or the tread lug soles.
Work boots safeguard your feet from water, extreme temperatures, mud puddles and hazards such as harsh chemicals.
In Summary
A work boot is a style of boot required for an employee by an employer as part of a work uniform and covers your foot and ankle, while others include a part of the leg. Work boots safeguard your feet from water, extreme temperatures, mud puddles and hazards such as harsh chemicals.
When selecting our favotire work boots this year, we considered the comfort, safety, and slip-resistant features. A kick with incredible safety features like metatarsal guards, puncture resistance, steel toe or composite toes enables your working day to be perfect and smooth a-day long. Comfort features include the removable gel-infused footbed with memory foam and shock-absorbing mid-soles which are a part of most work shoes. Slip-resistance mainly involves the outsoles or the tread lug soles.
Our Top Choices
To come up with a detailed list of our favorite work boots, we considered the safety, slip-resistance and comfort features.
Our favorite women’s working boots are the Timberland Nellie Waterproof Boots. These work shoes are the most waterproof boots on the market. Made of 100% leather uppers, with padded collars they offer all day comfort and support. They are also durable, insulated, robust and functional. Rugged and feminine, you can confidently wear these waterproof boots year-round.
Our favorite mens work boots are the Thorogood American Heritage. Made in the USA, these 100% leather boots are slip-resistant, lightweight and flexible with superior traction and shock absorbing qualities on the heel and arch of your foot, creating flex points that allow more composed and comfortable movement.
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James Blake
James has made it his mission to find the top boots on the market. He's passionate about matching the right boot to the right application because different boots are a perfect fit for different uses.