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      American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: "Adult Acquired Flatfoot"
    
      Institute for Preventive Foot Health: "Flat Feet"

Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911.

The best boots for flat feet offer arch and heel support, only have a low heel (or no heel at all) and are a wide width.

Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative

Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative

  • How We Chose
  • Best Overall for Women
  • Best Overall for Men
  • Best Work Boot
  • Best Winter Boot
  • Best Hiking Boot
  • Best Tall Boot
  • Best Rain Boot
  • What to Look For

‌Best Overall Boots for Women:‌ Anodyne No. 91 Casual Boot ($149, AnodyneShoes.com) ‌Best Overall Boots for Men:‌ Anodyne No. 56 Trail Boot ($149, AnodyneShoes.com) ‌Best Work Boot: ‌Dr. Comfort Boss ($132, DrComfort.com) ‌Best Winter Boot:‌ Orthofeet Florence Boots ($119.95, Orthofeet.com) ‌Best Hiking Boots:‌ Merrell Moab 2 ($86.99, Merrell.Com) ‌Best Tall Boot: ‌Naot Eden Divine ($240, Naot.com) ‌Best Rain Boot: ‌Encore 4 Tall Zip Polar Waterproof Wide Width ($160, Merrell.com)

We make deliberate choices about the language we use when it comes to sex and gender, but most brands market their products to men or women. Shoes are no exception. The main difference between most men’s and women’s shoes lies in the shoe width and size. When selecting a boot, prioritize the width and size of your feet, and how those measurements correspond with the footwear.

When selecting a boot, prioritize the width and size of your feet, and how those measurements correspond with the footwear.

Image Credit: Anodyne Shoes

Image Credit: Anodyne Shoes

Available in three widths Suitable for a number of health conditions

Only available in traditional women’s sizes Only available in 2 colors

‌Sizes: ‌5.5-12 (women’s) ‌Buy it: ‌Anodyne ($149); Zappos.com ($149)

‌Buy it: ‌Anodyne ($149); Zappos.com ($149)

Only available in traditional men’s sizes

‌Sizes: ‌7.5-14 (men’s) ‌Buy it:‌ Anodyne ($149); Zappos.com ($149)

‌Buy it:‌ Anodyne ($149); Zappos.com ($149)

Image Credit: Dr. Comfort

Image Credit: Dr. Comfort

Protective toe box provides extra protection Available in three widths Soft leather upper material

Image Credit: Orthofeet

Image Credit: Orthofeet

Arch support is adjustable Available in three widths Soft leather and inner lining provide warmth and comfort

Only available in traditional women’s sizes Boot doesn’t extend beyond midway up the calf, so might not be suitable for extreme weather conditions

Image Credit: Merrell

Image Credit: Merrell

Available in both traditional men’s and women’s sizes Contains removable contoured footbed and extra heel and arch cushioning Waterproof membrane seals out moisture

Not available in extra-wide width (only medium and wide)

Image Credit: Naot

Image Credit: Naot

Stylish and luxurious Cork latex insole aids in comfort Short heel adds lift without straining the foot

Only available in women’s sizes Pricier option

‌Sizes: ‌4-13 (women’s) ‌Buy it:‌ Naot.com ($240)

‌Buy it:‌ Naot.com ($240)

Waterproof material shields moisture Faux fur and fleece lining keeps feet warm

Only available in traditional women’s sizes Only available in a wide width (not extra-wide)

‌Sizes: ‌5-11 (women’s) ‌Buy it:‌ Merrell ($160); Zappos.com ($159.95)

‌Buy it:‌ Merrell ($160); Zappos.com ($159.95)

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      American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: "Adult Acquired Flatfoot"
    
      Institute for Preventive Foot Health: "Flat Feet"