Get a work boot that can overcome any challenge! Every hardworking man or woman knows that work can be made much easier by having the right tool for the job. No tool, perhaps, is more important than footwear. The right pair of work boots can make a drastic difference in terms of work safety and comfort. The best work boots offer the right blend of materials to provide the stability and protection that every worker needs, whether working inside or outdoors. There are some brands of work boots that stand out, including Carhartt, Caterpillar, and Ariat. Read on to find out more about the best work boot brands available.

A name that has become synonymous with the very essence of work, Carhartt provides products that can withstand any condition and stay intact long after other brands have failed. One model, the Carhartt Force Work Boot, has the slogan, "Feels like a running shoe. Works like a boot." Carhartt emphasizes performance and comfort with each pair of shoes (and really, all their gear). They don't seem too concerned about whether their products are the best looking in the store. They know that their clientele aren't concerned about that. The Force Work Boot was rated 4.1 stars by Pro Tool Reviews, with outstanding ratings in the durability and comfort categories. The Force Work Boot is one of many models from Carhartt, but the brand stands up to scrutinity and has been building high-quality products for a long time.

Another sturdy option from a familiar name is Caterpillar work boots. As is the case with Carhartt, Caterpillar makes a bunch of different models of work boot, but all are generally well-reviewed and reliable. A popular mode is the 2nd Shift 6" boot, which is versatile in all kinds of weather and job conditions and comes with a steel toe to protect the foot from contact with work objects and conditions. Testers have really favored the durability of the 2nd Shift series, with some saying they can work regularly in one pair for multiple years without any ripping or wearing through. The sole of the 2nd Shift boot is noteworthy, as reviewers have pointed to comfort and sure-footedness that originates in the sole. One criticism of many of Caterpillar's boots is that they are on the heavy side, but that is to be expected with boots tailored to work that presents potential harm to the foot.

Potential buyers may be surprised to learn that Ariat, a name often associated with quality cowboy boots, also makes high-calibur work boots. Since Ariat specializes in cowboy boots, the brand doesn't have as many models of work boots as Carhartt and Caterpillar, but the models it does have consistently impress reviewers. The Ariat Workhog looks from a distance like a cowboy boot, but close inspection reveals that its sole, toe, and heel are reinforced for extra strength and durability. Something that's nice about the Workhog is that it's a pull-on, which is attractive to workers who may have to take off and replace their work boots several times per day (or just don't want to tie and untie their work boots even once a day). Despite their unique design, the Workhog ranks every bit as high as top-notch work boots from brands like Caterpillar, Carhartt, and Chippewa. It should be noted that the standard toe on the Workhog is soft, so the Workhog may not be the right work boot for all types of work.