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Product Comparisons: Buying Guides (August 2026)

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The best hiking boots for mixed terrain: our top 8 (2026)

#1
XA Pro V8 ClimaSALOMON Waterproof Unisex Multifunktions-Kinderschuhe, Präzise Passform, Grip in jedem Gelände, Sportlicher Look Black Turbulence Quarry 4 UK Child

Salomon

Salomon XA Pro V8 Clima Waterproof Unisex Kids Shoes

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10
+ Durable materials
+ Good traction on various surfaces
#2
Men’s FiveFingers V-Trek Trail Hiking Shoes – Minimalist Outdoor Footwear with Wool Blend Upper, Megagrip Outsole, Lightweight, Durable for Trekking 42 EU / 9 - 9.5 Black/Black

Vibram

FiveFingers V-Trek Hiking Shoes

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10
#3
TACTICAL RESEARCH 8 Inch Combat Boots for Men - Lightweight Hot Weather Military Boots for Men - Multi-Terrain Army OCP ACU Coyote Brown Leather & Nylon with Vibram Traction Outsole 9.5 Coyote

TACTICAL RESEARCH TR

Tactical Research 8 Inch Combat Boots

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.4/10
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Top 10: best heavy duty hiking boots (2026)

#1
6IN Direct Attach Men's Steel Toe MaxTRAX Slip-Resistant Work Boot 14 Wheat

Timberland PRO

Steel Toe Work Boot

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.6/10
+ Very good slip resistance on wet and slightly oily floors thanks to the MaxTRAX TPU outsole
+ Reliable waterproofing with seam-sealed nubuck leather that actually keeps feet dry
#2
6IN Direct Attach Men's Steel Toe MaxTRAX Slip-Resistant Work Boot 14.0 W Wheat

Timberland PRO

Men's Steel Toe Work Boot

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10
#3
6” Bull Run Moc Toe Work Boots for Men - Oiled Full-Grain Leather Upper with Non Slip Wedge Outsole and 3-Density Cushion Footbed, EH Resistant 13 Tobacco

Danner

6" Bull Run Moc Toe Work Boots for Men

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.4/10
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Comparison

Guide: the 70 best mid-cut hiking boots (2026)

#1
Pro Hunter Light Mid GTX - Professional Hunting Clothes & Equipment - Scandinavian Quality Made to Last 10 UK Shadow Brown

Härkila

Pro Hunter Light Mid GTX - Professional Hunting Clothes & Equipment - Scandinavian Quality Made to Last 10 UK Shadow Brown

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 9.0/10
+ Very tough build with Cordura, reinforcement mudguard and Vibram sole
+ Reliable waterproofing with Gore-Tex and quick drying compared to full leather
#2
Scarpa Men's Ribelle Cross 2 Mid GtxHiking Shoe 12 UK Black Olive

Scarpa Men's Ribelle Cross 2 Mid GtxHiking Shoe 12 UK Black Olive

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 9.0/10
#3
Men's Vc22 Mid GTX 2.0 Shoes 9 UK Black Red

Berghaus

Men's Vc22 Mid GTX 2.0 Shoes 9 UK Black Red

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 9.0/10
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