Extra Wide Shoes for Boys – The Best Shoe Style for Boys with Extra Wide Feet!

Editor’s Note: This post has been updated and revised for accuracy on May 2022 and reflects an up-to-date selection of extra wide shoes for boys.

Are you having a hard time finding a pair of extra wide shoes for your boy? Do you feel like you try on a whole bunch of different pairs on his feet but you always end up empty-handed?

Finding a pair of extra wide shoes for children can be a frustrating and time-consuming experience if you don’t know what shoe styles to look for. I have helped hundreds of boys with extra wide feet find the perfect pair of shoes for their feet. Let’s take a look at some images of children with extra wide feet:

My Experience Fitting Children’s Shoes

I have been working for a specialized children’s shoe store for over 10 years now that focuses on children with “complicated” foot shapes as well as foot and leg problems, but we provide regular shoe fittings as well. Over the years I became familiar with the best shoes for kids with extra wide feet.

The most common mistake that I see parents make is to assume that a shoe that is labeled as extra wide (XW) can automatically fit the shape of their child’s extra wide feet.

What Makes the Shoes I Recommend Effective for Extra Wide Feet?

In addition to being available in extra wide widths (XW), your kids’ shoes must also provide 2 key features:

✅ The shoes must provide extra deep to prevent the top part of your kids’ feet from rubbing against the top part of the shoes. Let me show you the difference in depth between one of the shoes I recommend and a different style:

✅ The shoes must provide a rounder toe-box to prevent your kids’ toes from rubbing or overlapping against one another. Let’s take a look at the difference between a shoe that provides a rounder toe-box and one that doesn’t:

Parents are confused as to how are they supposed to find shoes that provide extra depth and round toe-boxes if shoes don’t come labeled that way. The good news is that I have fitted those types of shoes and I will help you find them.

I only write reviews of shoes that I have fitted before, otherwise, I wouldn’t know how well-made they are, the amount of support that they provide, and how they fit. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the best extra wide shoes for boys.

The Best Extra Wide Shoes for Boys ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Below you can find a selection of the best extra wide shoes for children. Please choose the extra wide width option (XW).

What Shoe Size Should You Order?

In each of the descriptions of the shoes I indicate whether you need to order a half a size or a whole size bigger than your child’s foot size to provide the correct amount of growing room.

How to Retrieve Your Child’s Exact Foot Length and Shape

If you want to be 100% sure about what shoe size to order online, I suggest that you follow the instructions in the article below:

How to Measure Your Kids’ Foot – 2 Simple Steps to Determine Foot Length and Foot Width

These shoes are also capable of fitting children with high insteps. Do you know what the instep is? The instep is the top part of the foot:

When children have high insteps, there is a lot of extra foot volume that needs to be fitted inside the shoes:

Common Questions Parents Have About the Shoes I Recommend

•  What Type of Features These Shoes Provide?

These shoes all come with a substantial outsole that provides good arch support, a firm heel counter that provides good ankle support, and great durability. These shoes are also lightweight and flexible which helps prevent your kids’ feet from easily getting tired. The shoes are breathable which prevents the buildup of bacteria inside the shoes.

•   Can I Put These Shoes in the Washing Machine?

I don’t recommend putting these shoes in the washing machine as you might end up ruining the materials.

• Do These Shoes Come with Removable Insoles?

Yes, you can easily take it out in case you need to fit an orthotic inside these shoes.

• Can You Fit an Orthotic Inside These Shoes?

Yes, these shoes are very deep, meaning that the orthotic will fit deeply inside the shoes, and won’t give your children the impression that their feet are coming out of the shoes.

• Do These Shoes Provide Good Traction?

Yes, these shoes provide excellent traction, and they will help minimize the chances of your child slipping and falling.

• Are These Shoes Durable?

Yes, these are some of the most durable kids’ shoes in the market right now. These shoes are practically indestructible, which means that your children will outgrow them before they get worn out.

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If you have a girl who also has extra wide feet and you always have a hard time finding shoes for her feet, take a look at another article I wrote where I describe the best shoes for girls with extra wide feet. Go to the link below:

Extra Wide Shoes for Girls – The Best Shoe Style for Girls with Extra Wide Feet!

Are Any Other Shoe Choices Available?

Do not hesitate to contact me directly at my e-mail if you have any further questions or if you need a different pair of extra wide shoes for your boy. My e-mail address is: fittingchildrensshoes@gmail.com

Let me know if you have any thoughts and comments about this shoe style, and most importantly, if you have tried this shoe style for your child before, I would love to hear how you liked it!