What's our best waterproof work boot? Our 2020 Top 10
What's our best waterproof work boot?
Every year, we give the lowdown on the movers and shakers in the workwear world.
So get ready for our top 10 choices on waterproof work boots.
View the full 150+ waterproof boots here.
Carhartt iconic heritage styling with Detroit boot. Black and Carhartt traditional brown.
This boot is a super high 8” Rugged Flex® waterproof high-ankle boot with hydro oiled leather.
The Storm Defender™ waterproof breathable membrane keeps your feet dry and warm, and wicks away sweat for comfort.
The Rockfall Slate boot is 100% non-metallic, with protective toecap and midsole.
Slate is wide fitting and developed with specialist durability materials including FORCE10® components, an Activ-Tex® waterproof membrane and our unique dual footbed system.
The solid rubber outsole protects up to 300c, so you can work with welding sparks, spatter etc.
Available in a whopping size range up to size 15.
This is the best waterproof winter boot from Helly Hansen. Tough PU shell around your feet pretty much makes these boots undestroyable! Surprisingly light for the high quality and robust nature of them. These will protect you in the best that winter throws at you. The Helly Tech and Primaloft materials will keep you dry and warm down to -50c!
Boa ratchet lace system means your boots are completely equally tied from both sides, and don't forget the ratchet system is guaranteed for life. Saves heaps of time taking off your boots. The Vibram outsole means they are very, very anti slip in all conditions.
One of the better mid price range options is the Amblers FS32 boot.
Internal waterproof membrane helps your foot breath and stay dry inside.
Moulded rubber toe and heel guard (ideal when digging).
Rubber outsole to 300c resistance, ideal for welding and hot metal work.
Helly Hansen's Chelsea Evolution offers waterproofing and up to date styling with it's Camo option.
Ortholite Sockliner with moisture management helps with breathability.
Air mesh lining ensures the boot is extremely lightweight while retaining it's waterproof properties.
Helly Hansen's Chelsea Winter boot is a monster! Primaloft® thermal lining keeps your feet super toasty. But the lining is breathable to help with reduction in wetting from sweat.
To help in winter conditions, it has a Vibram® ice grip sole helping reducing slips and increasing grip on ice.
Toe and bottom of foot is completely protected with a light-weight composite toe protection and Lenzi® L-protection® nail penetration sole.
As with a lot of high boots now you get a big high side zip, so no need to undo your laces.
If you are working on your knees and scuffing your toes, the HellyWear protection scuff resistant counter and toe reinforcement will help resistance to scuffs.
Waterproofing since 1877 - you wouldn't expect anything else!
Carhartt's Rugged Flex® waterproof ankle boot has a waterproof breathable membrane keep your feet dry AND warm.
The Gzero textile plate has anti- perforation properties which protects against penetration of sharp objects.
To get the boot down to only 0.80kg for a pair of size 8s, the toe cap is made from Fiber Glass.
Our favourite of the two is the Carhartt iconic brown!
- How about this from UK innovators RockFall? The Titanium boot has anActiv-Tex® waterproof and breathable bootie membrane - it is tested for 8 hours (5 times longer than EN requirement) - keeping you warm, dry and less sweaty.
- A big 8 YKK side zip goes up the side of the boot, so no need to untie laces.
- To help with digging in construction work, it comes with an Anti-fatigue EVA footbed with IMPACT SHIELD™ shock reducing internal digging plate - keeping your feet feeling fresh during the day.
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Long term favourites CATERPILLAR hit the mark with waterproof boots with the Framework
Fully waterproof with a tough rubber sole, enabling heat protection on the sole.
High quality full grain leather upper.
Nylon mesh lining to keep weight down and add comfort.
Good strong brass eyelets for lacing.
Portwest with their superb value for money offer, give you the FC57 here
100% waterproof membrane keep you dry inside and out.
TPU Scuff Cap protects your toe area from wearing away.
To keep the cold off and keep you light, you get a composite toe cap.
Superb boot for the pound notes.
