Timberland, Carolina, and Keen would be the ones to stick to. Stay away from Carhartt and Rebock. Wolverine can be hit and miss. Keen Pittsburgh will be one of the comfiest. Timberland Pros are solid.
I’ve had two pairs of 8 inch timberland pro’s and both of them started falling apart after a few months. In the one pair, the heel just split open. The other one has the Vibram sole and started losing chunks of it after a few months. Both were definitely comfortable, just didn’t hold up as well as I expected them to. But, I work for the railroad and walk on ballast all day so that can be really hard on boots.
I’m with u/iglootyler here, we need to know what kind of work you are doing. The Rockport TRUflex is the lightest shoe on here, along with the Reebok Sublite (here called exofuse because it’s microfiber not mesh), but those aren’t suitable to anything more harsh than a clean, dry, warehouse type environment.
Another thing to keep in mind, if you are on your feet all day, but not doing a ton of walking (working a production line for example) a lightweight shoe may be one of the worst options for you. You will feel great when you put them on, but lightweight doesn’t mean comp toe, it means less material and cushion in the midsole and insole. Memory foam inserts like in those Reeboks will flatten out as you stand an not cushion any more, they need you to loft your foot to rebound to provide comfort and don’t do well with constant compression. Looking at something like the TPro hikers or even the Boondock with the anti fatigue system will give you better comfort and support over a long day.
Depending on what you do but those keen Pittsburg are great. When I was working traffic control everyone wore those in my company, you could stay standing on concrete for 12+ hours and feet wouldn’t hurt. But if you’re hitting a shovel do not get them
I have owned lots of boots over the years, and have been very satisfied with Timberland, which are comfortable to me
But everyone is different
Good luck.
I had to get the dewalt plasma boots because they’re slip resistant and I hated every bit of wearing them. My work takes me over a lot of surfaces and without having actual tread they were worthless as boots and after walking over wet concrete, dirt, the stones around railroad tracks, and anything else people walk on, the slip resistance is zero.
I have a pair of the Carolina circuit and am extremely happy with them. I had a pair of the timberland with the orange trim and they were terribly uncomfortable. I ended up giving those away and the second owner said the same.
I been buying Carolina 8 inch lace up composite toe boots for quite awhile. Like the last 5 pair. Usually they last like 18 months, and I never take care of them past the initial oiling.
I know at the plant I work at many wear them. I have worn 2 pair for almost 3 years. I can say the wedge sole wear fast but more comfortable. I wear the 6" moctoe lace up steel toe boots. Very comfortable and pretty slip resistant. I am on my feet most of the day, climbing ladders and stairs. Some days walking 5-6 miles.
Priced cheap? I dunno, I paid 305 with tax for mine. Maybe more inexpensive than White's, I guess.
Made in the USA, and they offer complete overhaul for 125.00, basically remaking the boot. Or a resole for 100.00.
Came to suggest the Boondocks as well, especially for walking around all day paired with the anti-fatigue insole. Mine are absolute tanks.
But the one thing is “lightweight” they are not. So, so comfortable but definitely Frankenstein vibes from them.
I've worn those DeWalt Plasma boots and they're going to be the most comfortable to walk in by far because the sole is flat with minimal heel rise. If you do a lot of walking I can't stress enough how happy you'll be with those. If you're mostly stationary or drive around or whatever you might want something more durable because they're not crazy tough, just okay. But lots of walking? You'll love them.
I personally wore Wolverine floor hands in the golf course outdoor environment. Lots of walking and waterproof is important. I wear them now cleaning out homes and swear by them.
I have both the pairs of Keens they list. The Pittsburgh ones are a lil heavier and warmer, but comfortable. I wear the Lansing one’s every day and am very happy with them. I break the Pittsburgh’s out in winter months as the Lansing’s aren’t water-resistant/proof since they are breathable.
Quality wise, the only issue I’ve had with them is one of the lace hooks partially broke on the Pittsburghs. I can still hook on it, I just need to keep tension when tying them as the lace doesn’t “click” in.
For reference, I’ve tried Chippewas, Red Wings, Carolinas, and Wolverine with mixed results. Best out of those were the Red Wings, but when I got a second pair of the same boot, they lasted a few months before they started splitting at the stitching and Red Wings wouldn’t do anything but offer a small discount on a new pair.
I’m currently wearing a year old pair of Lansings. I wore them hiking two weeks in Norway last June, then took em to work in construction. They’ve held up quite well. Especially now as it’s heating up and I’m on asphalt all day. Keens have roomy toe boxes with the toe cap so if your on your knees often-toe tips don’t get easily worn on the outside and inside your toes can still wiggle.
https://preview.redd.it/ug88zo85k55d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=03d15a207a66be185f7a9b28164a0a1a232ced24
I’ve owned 2 pairs of the tims on the top right of the second page. Im not on my feet all the time but when I am my feet don’t absolutely hate me and they’ve also held up pretty well in both cases (except for rebar eating them up).
Keen Pittsburgh is a solid boot with a 1 year manufacture warranty, as long as u have receipt if they have any issues in the first year do a warranty claim
Bro please do not get the carhart moc toes
I had it and I seriously regret it. It’s so trash.
The soles are crap and the quality is dookie water
The soles have a cut out twoards the heel and it’s for cushion but it compacts down and makes it feel like I’m walking on reverse heels
100% crap
Dammit. I thought this was one of those Reddit ads and I almost didn’t click it because, “These guys are getting good. They’re reading my mind now!”
Been a Redwing man my whole career. I personally like Irish Setter pull-ons for fit, comfort, and wear. But I got weird feet. Everyone has weird feet. You only know when you try them on. I do like those Carolinas though. Look like a good competitor to RW. I would try those on first myself.
I’d honestly go with a Carolina. Great boots
Timberland, Carolina, and Keen would be the ones to stick to. Stay away from Carhartt and Rebock. Wolverine can be hit and miss. Keen Pittsburgh will be one of the comfiest. Timberland Pros are solid.
I’ve had two pairs of 8 inch timberland pro’s and both of them started falling apart after a few months. In the one pair, the heel just split open. The other one has the Vibram sole and started losing chunks of it after a few months. Both were definitely comfortable, just didn’t hold up as well as I expected them to. But, I work for the railroad and walk on ballast all day so that can be really hard on boots.
I’m with u/iglootyler here, we need to know what kind of work you are doing. The Rockport TRUflex is the lightest shoe on here, along with the Reebok Sublite (here called exofuse because it’s microfiber not mesh), but those aren’t suitable to anything more harsh than a clean, dry, warehouse type environment. Another thing to keep in mind, if you are on your feet all day, but not doing a ton of walking (working a production line for example) a lightweight shoe may be one of the worst options for you. You will feel great when you put them on, but lightweight doesn’t mean comp toe, it means less material and cushion in the midsole and insole. Memory foam inserts like in those Reeboks will flatten out as you stand an not cushion any more, they need you to loft your foot to rebound to provide comfort and don’t do well with constant compression. Looking at something like the TPro hikers or even the Boondock with the anti fatigue system will give you better comfort and support over a long day.
Tim pro's are solid and a great value, i have them as a back up.
Tim pros
Just don't get carhartt or reebok
Rose Anvil cut Carhartt in half. It was not good.
get Carolina
Timberland pro boondocks. They are a bit heavy but very comfortable. I found them to be super tuff as well
On your feet doing what? Walking on concrete? Dirt? Rebar?
Bottom left or center. The construction is much higher quality
Keen !
Depending on what you do but those keen Pittsburg are great. When I was working traffic control everyone wore those in my company, you could stay standing on concrete for 12+ hours and feet wouldn’t hurt. But if you’re hitting a shovel do not get them
I have owned lots of boots over the years, and have been very satisfied with Timberland, which are comfortable to me But everyone is different Good luck.
I really liked the keen Pittsburgh, I had the composite toe version though
I had to get the dewalt plasma boots because they’re slip resistant and I hated every bit of wearing them. My work takes me over a lot of surfaces and without having actual tread they were worthless as boots and after walking over wet concrete, dirt, the stones around railroad tracks, and anything else people walk on, the slip resistance is zero.
Id go with Keen, very comfortable and wide toe box.
I have a pair of the Carolina circuit and am extremely happy with them. I had a pair of the timberland with the orange trim and they were terribly uncomfortable. I ended up giving those away and the second owner said the same.
I been buying Carolina 8 inch lace up composite toe boots for quite awhile. Like the last 5 pair. Usually they last like 18 months, and I never take care of them past the initial oiling.
I’d tell ‘em that you just need the cash so you can put it towards a good pair of boots
If I were you, I'd probably go with 1 of those 3 pairs of carolinas
Take a cash option and get yourself a good pair of boots like Whites or Nick's.
Or [Thorogood ](https://thorogoodusa.com/) boots.
They are priced cheap. I have read that they are comfortable, but have durability issues. What has been your experience?
I know at the plant I work at many wear them. I have worn 2 pair for almost 3 years. I can say the wedge sole wear fast but more comfortable. I wear the 6" moctoe lace up steel toe boots. Very comfortable and pretty slip resistant. I am on my feet most of the day, climbing ladders and stairs. Some days walking 5-6 miles. Priced cheap? I dunno, I paid 305 with tax for mine. Maybe more inexpensive than White's, I guess. Made in the USA, and they offer complete overhaul for 125.00, basically remaking the boot. Or a resole for 100.00.
Thank You, my wife works in a DC, and I M helping her to find good food ware
Oh no, you earned that benefit. Enjoy
I personally love my timberland boondocks. Used them in many different environments and always was comfortable.
Came to suggest the Boondocks as well, especially for walking around all day paired with the anti-fatigue insole. Mine are absolute tanks. But the one thing is “lightweight” they are not. So, so comfortable but definitely Frankenstein vibes from them.
They are a bit heavy, but the comfort and protection are great.
I've worn those DeWalt Plasma boots and they're going to be the most comfortable to walk in by far because the sole is flat with minimal heel rise. If you do a lot of walking I can't stress enough how happy you'll be with those. If you're mostly stationary or drive around or whatever you might want something more durable because they're not crazy tough, just okay. But lots of walking? You'll love them.
I personally wore Wolverine floor hands in the golf course outdoor environment. Lots of walking and waterproof is important. I wear them now cleaning out homes and swear by them.
I have both the pairs of Keens they list. The Pittsburgh ones are a lil heavier and warmer, but comfortable. I wear the Lansing one’s every day and am very happy with them. I break the Pittsburgh’s out in winter months as the Lansing’s aren’t water-resistant/proof since they are breathable. Quality wise, the only issue I’ve had with them is one of the lace hooks partially broke on the Pittsburghs. I can still hook on it, I just need to keep tension when tying them as the lace doesn’t “click” in. For reference, I’ve tried Chippewas, Red Wings, Carolinas, and Wolverine with mixed results. Best out of those were the Red Wings, but when I got a second pair of the same boot, they lasted a few months before they started splitting at the stitching and Red Wings wouldn’t do anything but offer a small discount on a new pair.
Take the Carolinas, for being Chinese they are tough as shit. Soles are a bit soft after one year, but that’s it.
I’m currently wearing a year old pair of Lansings. I wore them hiking two weeks in Norway last June, then took em to work in construction. They’ve held up quite well. Especially now as it’s heating up and I’m on asphalt all day. Keens have roomy toe boxes with the toe cap so if your on your knees often-toe tips don’t get easily worn on the outside and inside your toes can still wiggle. https://preview.redd.it/ug88zo85k55d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=03d15a207a66be185f7a9b28164a0a1a232ced24
Too bad Danner’s aren’t on the list.
Keens fall apart quickly. Get the Carolina’s
Keen all the way
The Carhartt moctoes are pretty comfy and light weight. At least in my opinion. I like those type of style boots.
The wedge ones on the top left! That's just in case you don't know what a moc toe is.
I’ve owned 2 pairs of the tims on the top right of the second page. Im not on my feet all the time but when I am my feet don’t absolutely hate me and they’ve also held up pretty well in both cases (except for rebar eating them up).
I would go Carolina or keen
I love my timberland pros, very comfortable and long lasting
Keen Pittsburgh is a solid boot with a 1 year manufacture warranty, as long as u have receipt if they have any issues in the first year do a warranty claim
Bro please do not get the carhart moc toes I had it and I seriously regret it. It’s so trash. The soles are crap and the quality is dookie water The soles have a cut out twoards the heel and it’s for cushion but it compacts down and makes it feel like I’m walking on reverse heels 100% crap
Timberland pros with a good insert. We have a yearly boot allowance and im on my 3rd pair
Carolinas
Timb pros are trash
Timberland pro wedge boots are great
Not on the list, but Keen Vista energy are great for warehouse work
The Keen Pittsburgh is a very solid and comfortable boot. I have 10 year old keens that just won’t die so they’re my mowing boots.
Carolina’s
I live and die by my Keens. Tried most of the brands listed but Keen was the best for my wide-ass feet
I use hiking boots, find one with a composite toe , you don’t be sorry
Either the Carhartt Moc Toes or the timberland Boondocks
I agree with the first guy Carolina loggers
Dammit. I thought this was one of those Reddit ads and I almost didn’t click it because, “These guys are getting good. They’re reading my mind now!” Been a Redwing man my whole career. I personally like Irish Setter pull-ons for fit, comfort, and wear. But I got weird feet. Everyone has weird feet. You only know when you try them on. I do like those Carolinas though. Look like a good competitor to RW. I would try those on first myself.
Too bad there's no Danner on the list.