The 10 Best Waterproof Socks
Special Honors
Daky Skyline X From anti-slip material on the bottom to the breathable yet warm multi-layer construction, the Daky Skyline X offer everything you want in a pair of waterproof socks. They even come with a washable cloth travel bag and are Shari'ah-compliant. daky.com
Editor's Notes
February 24, 2021:
During this update, we made some changes due to availability issues with some of our previous recommendations. We also wanted to include options for various weather conditions from brands that have proven to perform well over time, and remove others that haven't. It is with this first priority in mind that we eliminated the Always Outside Stryde Multi-Use. And, it was with the latter in focus that we removed the Hanz Submerge Calf-Length, since they have shown that they don't last very long before losing their integrity and water-resisting capabilities.
One of our new additions is the Sealskins Knee Length. We already recommended the Sealskinz Mid Hiking for their comfort, fit, and effectiveness, and we highlight the Knee Length option for the same reasons, but they will keep you warmer than then Mid Hiking, making them better for cold weather use. Similarly, we have the Dexshell Hytherm Pro and Randy Sun Knee Length for winter time applications, and the Dexshell Ultralite Bamboo and Randy Sun Mid-Calf for the more temperate days.
Another pair making their debut this year is the Layeba Trekking. We like these for their affordable price coupled with breathable and antibacterial properties.
March 12, 2019:
We liked the look of the Bluelasers Ultralite Mid-Calf, but due to concerns over availability, we decided to remove them. After some consideration, we swapped the Sealskinz MTB Mid Length for the Sealskinz Mid Hiking; although they're both from a well-respected brand, the latter seem to fit just a touch better, making them the go-to for many wearers. We also looked at many choices from Showers Pass, another leading favorite brand, but we ultimately decided to leave the Crosspoint Hi-Viz, as there aren't many bright options that compare. Finally, we added the Rocky Men's Gore-Tex. They offer durability and waterproofing you can count on, even though they look something like booties and not sleek, stylish hiking socks. (If concern over looks is higher up on your list than extreme waterproofing, we'd recommend the Randy Sun Unisex.)