Best Winter Boots for Men

UGGs often get a bad rep. But that's mostly because people associate the company's products with the classic UGG model that so many people have grown to dislike. The knock on the company has always been that, while practical and comfortable, their boots often come up short in the aesthetics department.

Well, as you can clearly infer from the picture, that couldn't be further from the truth for UGG Men's Hannen Tl. To say that these boots look dapper, elegant, and stylish would honestly be an understatement. But don't let the classy look deceive you. These things are as functional as any pair of hiking boots.

The company's very own outsole offers great traction and superb cushioning. The insole, featuring UGGpure™ wool lining, adds an extra layer of comfort and warmth. Regardless of how fierce the cold gets, your feet will always remain nice and warm. Plus, it doesn't heat up your feet as bad as Thermolite, so you'll feel just as comfortable indoors or inside your car.

Other than that, there isn't much here that you won't be able to find in similar winter boots for men. The seam-sealed waterproof construction keeps your feet dry and so does the particularly high 7-inch shaft. Eyelets, comprised of antiqued metal hardware, are robust enough to withstand as many winters as necessary.

In short, UGG Men's Hannen Tl is one of the very few winter boots on the market that combine the functionality and practicality of hiking boots and the elegance of classic books. They might even make you excited for the upcoming year as it'll give you another chance to wear them.

Sorel Conquest are rough, rugged, and robust. These boots may prove a little heavy for your standard day-to-day use. No, this is a pair for people who often find themselves in extreme conditions, conquering long-distance footpaths and hiking through the most unforgiving environment.

Now, we aren't saying that these boots are simply unsuitable for city life. On the contrary, take out the removable EVA comfort footbed and you'll be able to reduce the weight of the boots well enough to make them practical and comfortable everyday boots. Put it back on and you have yourself an extra layer of thermal protection that is so often necessary for those long days in the cold.

That said, there are a few things about this model that you won't be able to appreciate in the city. For one, there's the built-in gaiter (also known as bootie) that has an easy barrel-lock closure, making it easy to walk in deep snow. There's also an Achilles adjustment strap that can be tightened for extra ankle support that uneven terrains call for.

Finally, 400 grams of Thinsulate™ Ultra insulation may be a bit of an overkill for people who lead your average urban life in a temperate climate. But it is just the thing you need to keep your feet warm, dry, and protected in extremely cold winter weather as you embark on a hiking conquest.

And that's all there is to it. You can buy Sorel Conquest and use them in the city. But it is definitely a much more suitable model for cold weather and for people who don't like spending their winters indoors and would so much rather embark on an actual conquest of the most challenging trails there is.

What we absolutely love about this model from arctiv8 is the price. These aren't UGGs or Timberlands, you won't have to pay over a hundred bucks for a pair of boots. In fact, these things go for somewhere between 40 and 50 bucks, which is ridiculously cheap considering what they offer in return.

First off, these winter boots for men incorporate a toasty layer of insulation. It is rated to -25F, so they'll definitely be able to keep you warm come winter. Though the company doesn't advertise them as hiking boots, you could definitely make an argument in that direction, especially considering the durable rubber outsole. Equipped with multi-directional lugs, it offers great traction on different terrains.

Opposite to the outsole, you'll find a waterproof leather upper with an injection-molded shell. It will keep your foot dry and comfortable enough regardless of the weather conditions. On the inside, there's a cushioned EVA footbed, another little detail that keeps the foot nice and comfortable.

The adjustable lace-up mid-calf closure with metal hardware is practical enough to suit the absolute majority of customers. Overall, the boots may feel a little stiff at first, but that's not unusual for the classic snow boots design.

Summing it up, arctiv8 winter boots for men incorporate most of the same features that you'll find in those expensive Timberland, KAT, UGG, and other big-brand models. Which is pretty cool considering that they cost between 2 to 4 times less than those models and keep your feet just as secure and comfortable.

Timberlands really don't need any advertisement nor is there much of a point to reviewing them. Just about everybody at this point is familiar with the brand, their aesthetics, and their philosophy. And though most of their products have a similar motif, there are some differences between different Timberland models, so we'll briefly cover what makes Timberland Direct Attach what they are.

To kick things off, let's start with the mesh lining and open-cell polyurethane footbed. Though not that different on paper from your usual deal, both the lining and footbed incorporate antimicrobial treatment that works wonders for odor control.

Timberlands were originally created for on-site survival, so a good chunk of the boot's features serve a double purpose. The padded collar makes your foot feel comfortable and prevents the snow from entering. But it just as well keeps the debris from getting inside your boots.

Whether we're talking construction sites, city sidewalks, or unforgiving trails, traction is always important come winter time. Which is why the boots in question come equipped with an oil-resistant, non-marking rubber lug outsole. It offers durable and strong traction, so you won't be in danger of slipping and falling regardless of terrain.

In short, Timberland Direct Attach is another pair of quality winter boots from one of the biggest and most beloved brands in the business. In these boots, you'll feel equally comfortable working at a construction site or taking a stroll through the city.

Let us guess - you don't think these boots look good? Well, be that as it may, do you know why so many people still choose to wear these not-so-fashionable things? That is because they are ridiculously comfortable and just as warm. Unlike every other type of winter boots out there, UGGs do not keep your legs compressed. Walking in these things feels like walking in a pair of the coziest slippers, making them the best winter boots for men who put comfort before style.

But there is a thing or two these boots offer that you won't get from slippers. For one, they incorporate 100% premium wool fleece that does a bang-up job wicking away moisture. Plus, that genuine fleece sock liner equals the kind of warmth and snuggly comfort that you simply don't get from any other material.

As far as the upper material is concerned, these winter boots for men incorporate twin-face sheepskin and suede. The former fabric is naturally thermostatic, able to maintain body temperature in a warm climate as well as in a cold one.

UGGs are very different from any other brand of footwear. But classic outsole that they often design their boots with is hardly unique, which isn't a bad thing. Equipped with lightweight EVA, the outsole has that flexibility that people have come to expect out of UGGs but also solid traction that you need from winter boots.

Long story short, nobody is saying that you should stick with the UGGs for the rest of the season. They don't make for the best main winter boots but, considering how comfortable and cozy they are, we would definitely recommend considering the model as a super casual pair of supplementary winter footwear.