Rubber soles can sometimes develop a white powdery surface. This can be wiped away easily using a damp cloth. If you work on construction projects with countless hazards, you need to think beyond comfort and look for work boots with the maximum possible protection. That’s where the Scruffs Twisters fit in our lineup of the best work boots.

Why not look good when you are at work, whilst wearing boots or shoes that protect you, but look good at the same time? Price-wise, they compare to the likes of the DeWalt Apprentice and the Apache Safety, so they’re a lot cheaper than many of the other top work boots out there.

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We’ve already recommended a tonne of comfortable work boots here and explained which ones work best for what. If you’re a fan of UK companies, then Apache is another work boot brand you should look into. They’ve been creating quality workwear for the construction industry since 1999. Scruffs is another of the newer brands that have managed to make a reasonable dent in the UK workwear market — they were only set up in 2003. Fashionable yet tough, our stylish range of safety footwear features lines designed for light, medium, and heavy industrial use. There are rigger boots and steel toe work boots, as well as safety trainers and shoes.

The 100% leather upper on the Holton boots is flexible, but it does offer additional ankle support (being higher than most) in comparison to your average trade boots. Comfort is further amplified thanks to the Flex sole and padded tongue and collar. If you have ankle problems, or work on rough terrain where it’s easy to twist or roll your ankle, you’ll be much more comfortable in these boots than any others. They’re better known for their tools, but the workwear coming out of the DeWalt factory is some of the best. Firstly, they’re breathable — you shouldn’t perspire in these boots, even if you’re working in them all day (if you do, there’s an anti-bacterial sole). This means your steel toe work boots are nice and fresh even at the end of an exhausting, sweaty work week. Their boots are priced higher than average, and the focus here is on design and comfort. If you’re looking for the cheapest work boots possible, Dr. Martens are probably not the right brand for you. If you’re looking for a true all-rounder, the Dewalt Titanium safety boots (with steel toe caps) are a good place to start.The first thing you’ll notice is there’s a big focus here on comfort. Unlike the cheap work boots that flood the UK market, both the collar AND the tongue of the Dewalt Titaniums are padded. Always allow footwear to dry naturally in a well ventilated area. Never force dry it with direct heat sources (radiators, heaters etc.).

Where combinations of the additional specified features apply, the following markings are applicable: MarkingThey’ve come up with a range of “trainer-looking” work safety boots that incorporate steel toe caps, and the Twister Sport trainers are one of them. These boots utilise a flat heel, which means they’re even comfortable if you’ve got flat or wide feet. I’ve owned plenty of Apache products, including their work trousers. I can, hand on heart, say that their stuff is cheap, but it rivals the very best in the business. S1P rated steel toe boots are made from more durable materials and feature closed seat regions. They offer all the protection of the SBP rated boots, but with added electrical resistance, and energy absorption. Popular S1P rated boots in our range include the Noble, and the Gravity rigger boots. The review covers a range of boots from the top brands, focusing on durable, comfortable, and hard-wearing safety boots with steel toes caps. We’ve also offered up a recommendation for a good work boot specifically designed for women (#10 on this list).