Best Socks for Work Boots

Carhartt Men's is a product for people who work hard and want their socks to work just as hard. As the title suggests, the model is particularly suitable for work boots.

First and foremost, good work socks shouldn't be prone to abrasion. With that idea in mind, the people behind socks have implemented abrasion-resistant Coralast fibers in the yarn. These fibers work wonders reducing the blister-causing friction on your feet, thus allowing you to comfortably break in those steel toe boots of yours.

Of course, you wouldn't want your socks to slide down either. That's why the product has been engineered with extra arch support for that secure fit that keeps the socks in place without making them too tight on your ankles.

Apart from that, very few people enjoy that seldom pleasant smell of sweaty socks, even when the smell is of your own making. Using the company's proprietary odor-resistant technologies, these socks fight the most rancid odors to keep your feet smelling fresh.

Finally, even the most reinforced socks have to be comfortable otherwise they wouldn't be worth yarns. And, despite durable work clearly being one of its biggest selling points, the model is surprisingly comfortable, mostly thanks to targeted cushioning in high impact areas.

Long story short, what we have here are easily the best work socks for hard-working boots and hard-working feet. Delivering ultimate softness, these socks make sure that your last step feels exactly as comfortable as the first. Plus, they're probably the most durable socks in this review.

Under Armour is one of the biggest names in the sportswear business. But, in case the name itself isn't enough of a giveaway, the company also makes great work socks. They're all about innovation and these socks represent their philosophy as well as the next model.

First and foremost, Adult Resistor 3.0 incorporate a precision y-heel pocket. A slightly convoluted name but, in a nutshell, a design solution like that improves fit as well as enhances your comfort.

Then, there's ArmourDry, the company's very own material that excels at wicking away moisture and accelerating evaporation.

In addition to ArmourDry, the socks come equipped with another one of the company's staple technologies - ArmourBlock. It helps prevent the growth of odor-causing bacteria in the socks and that, in turn, keeps your feet nice and fresh.

Other than that, you also get dynamic arch support. It keeps the socks in place and effectively reduces foot fatigue. Fitted with strategically placed cushioning, Adult Resistor 3.0 reduce bulk and deliver ultimate flexibility.

The only downside to these socks that we could think of is that the company's proprietary technologies sort of puff the socks up, so they may feel a little scratchy at first. But, apart from that, Adult Resistor 3.0 from Under Armour keep your feet nice and comfortable. The company offers a great selection of different sizes. Their technologies, originally designed for athletic competitions, work with the natural movement of your feet to spring them forward.

Do you prefer to spend your time thinking about which socks to buy or focusing on the job at hand? Surely, the latter has to take priority. Well, with this 6-pack from Fruit Of The Loom, that's exactly what you'll be able to do.

For a modest price, you'll get 6 pairs of heavy-duty, reinforced work socks. Equipped with a reinforced sole, these socks are able to withstand serious abuse.

But, along with that sole, the models are also fully cushioned, so you get that soft landing and additional comfort that you need to keep your feet in a top-notch condition at the jobsite.

For the most part, the socks are comprised of a combination of cotton and polyester yarn, which is mostly why they're so comfortable to begin with. But just a touch of lycra spandex knitted throughout the socks makes them perfectly mold to the contours of your feet for that streamline performance fit that just won't quit.

Nobody enjoys the smell of sweaty feet. Fortunately, you'll be able to keep that smell to a minimum, mostly thanks to the antimicrobial properties implemented in the sock yarn. They're able to neutralize the toughest odors, so your feet stay fresh.

All in all, this 6-pack from Fruit Of The Loom spells value. You'll be hard-pressed to find a more attractive offer that gives you the same combination of quality and quantity. With these socks, you'll be able to keep your focus where it belongs.

With Working Person's 8766, it is all in the name of the company. These aren't the socks you would wear to a formal shindig. No, these are the socks you would wear to a battle. Or, at the very least, to a place of employment that doesn't really have the most forgiving conditions.

There's nothing particularly fancy about this product. These are just tough, strong, and reliable work socks. With an extra-thick padded heel, they aren't as prone to wear and tear. They also give you that soft landing that prevents blisters and keeps your heel intact.

Of course, it isn't just about your heels. Toes, as you probably know, are just as vulnerable to blisters and swellings. Which is why the people behind the product have added that extra-thick padding to the toe area too. It's a nice addition to any pair of socks but this kind of padding is particularly important for people who have to wear workboots all day.

The arch support system, as per usual, does its job of keeping the socks in place and your ankles nice and snug. The socks' odor-fighting properties are just as excellent as the next option. We really don't have any major issues with the socks themselves except for the fact that they only come in one size.

Poor size selection aside, Working Person's 8766 gives you 4 pairs of excellent reinforced work socks. They keep your fit secure and protected. The socks are soft on the inside, machine washable, and, unlike a good chunk of their competition, do not shrink in the dryer.

One thing that makes Carhartt a little different from the bulk of their competition is that their work socks often have a surprisingly attractive appearance. Of course, though it is always a plus, you don't buy socks like that for their appearance but, for the most part, the model delivers in just about every category as well.

Not dissimilar to most of its counterparts, these socks incorporate reinforced heel and toe, something that you absolutely need if you tend to spend a day in and day out in workboots.

What most of those counterparts don't have in common with the model in question, however, is the superior moisture management of the latter. By lifting sweat from your skin, the socks allow for quick evaporation. Add to that the racetrack mesh panels that keep your feet cool and ventilated and you have one of the most fast-drying work socks on the market today.

The company's anti-odor properties have always been on point and this time is no different from the rest of them.

Another thing that the folk at Carhartt have nailed is the composition and the overall design of the socks. With 2% of spandex, a compression arch, and an ankle brace, you get that full-motion support and stability that you will seldom find in work socks.

To sum it up, crew socks have to be tough and durable first and foremost and the model doesn't leave much to be desired in that category. But, dissimilar to most of its competition, the product is really lightweight and breathable. With these socks, your feet are in for a happy and snug ride.