Best kids’ snow boots to keep little feet warm and dry all winter
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Mountain Warehouse has created these snow boots for very chilly conditions. If you’re off to the Alps or Lapland this winter, these are worth packing in your suitcase. They feature Mountain Warehouse’s IsoDry technology on the upper, meaning they’re designed to be waterproof and breathable.
Our mini tester loved the fun print on these snow boots and found them easy to put on, thanks to the elasticated fastening. The lower part of the shoe is moulded as one part, so water can’t find a way in. The lugs (aka tread) on these snow boots are noticeably thicker than a lot of kids’ snow boots in this line-up, too – perfect for trudging through proper snow and ice.
If your kids grow faster than the speed of light, you might not want to fork out loads for snow boots. This budget-friendly pair is a great option. Durable enough to last a whole season before they inevitably no longer fit, these boots come in three colourways: coral, orange and blue. There’s a Velcro side fastening, for frustration-free dressing. The fleece lining is nice and warm but the boots are only snowproof, which means they’re water-resistant but not waterproof. They tested well enough, though, lasting through a wet autumn walk quite well. There is a modest tread, meaning they’re perfectly grippy in muddy conditions, too.
As soon as these boots arrived, our mini tester donned them and stomped around the house. They loved how immediately comfortable they were, and they sure are easy for independent dressing, as they just slide on like wellies. What elevates these boots beyond mere welly status, though, is the fact they’re lined with a wool mix (30 per cent wool, 70 per cent polyester). Wool makes the boots naturally antibacterial and is fantastic at keeping feet temperate, so they don’t overheat. The upper fabric part of the boots is water-resistant rather than waterproof, which means, while they’re great for splashing in puddles, they’re not the best for trudging through rain and snow that covers them.
