What Are the Best Wide Boots for Kids? – Round Toe-Boxes and Extra Deep

January 7, 2023 Boots Juan Pablo Valenzuela 0 - Comments

Have you been looking for a pair of boots that are capable of accommodating the shape of your child’s wide feet? Do you feel like you try several different boot brands and styles but none of them seem wide enough and it’s always a challenge getting the boots on and off? I will show you what are the best wide boots for kids based on my many years of shoe fitting experience.

Did you know that children with wide feet are more prone to develop foot issues such as blisters, calluses, and corns? Fitting your child in a pair of boots that is too narrow can lead to several foot issues.

What Are the Risks of Having Your Child Wear Boots that Are too Narrow?

Some parents don’t put a lot of thought when it comes to fitting their children in seasonal footwear such as boots. They assume that since the child will wear the boots for very short periods of time and once in a while, the boots will not cause any issues. You might want to rethink this, as it only takes a couple of wears in the wrong shoe to develop foot issues.

I have helped several children with wide feet find the correct types of shoes for their feet, and I believe I will be able to help your child as well.

Pro Tip: If you’re pressed for time you can jump directly to a list of the best wide boots for kids.

Do They Make Wide Boots for Children?

While arguably the selection of boots for children with wide feet is limited, all you need is one pair of boots that fit your child’s feet properly to keep your child’s feet and legs healthy during the winter season.

Several shoe brands offer wide boots for kids. However, among each shoe brand, certain boots are a lot more effective in fitting children with wide feet.

The first step is to make sure that you know your child’s exact foot length and shape. For example, do you know whether your child’s feet are wide, or do you suspect that they might be extra wide? Do you know whether your child has a high instep? These are all factors that help determine what final shoe size your child should wear.

If you want to be 100% sure about what shoe size to order online, I suggest that you follow the instructions in a different resource I created.

What Makes the Boots I Recommend Ideal for Children with Wide Feet?

After having tested several different boot brands and styles I became familiar with which boots work best for a child with wide feet. There are 4 key features that the boots I recommend provide:

1️⃣ Round Toe-Boxes: This feature helps prevent your child’s toes from overlapping or rubbing against one another or the side of the boots. For example, the image below shows two boots that are the same size in length and width. Do you notice how the boot on the right has a rounded toe-box compared to the boot on the left?

2️⃣ Extra Depth: This feature is going to help prevent the top part (instep) of your child’s feet from rubbing against the top part of the boots. Boots with extra depth also allow for easy on and off. For example, take a look at the image below which shows two boots that are the same size in length and width. Do you notice how the boot on the right is a lot deeper compared to the boot on the left?

3️⃣ Oversized Openings for Easy On and Off: This feature makes it easier for parents and children to get their boots on and off. Children with chubby feet have a hard time slipping into snow boots that don’t easily open. You will notice that the boots I recommend open up widely, which makes it easier for children and parents to get the boots on and off.

4️⃣ Available in Wide Widths: Keep in mind that some of the boots that I recommend are available in wide (W) or extra wide (XW) widths. This feature helps increase the chances of the boot fitting your child’s wide feet.

What Are the Best Boot Brands for Kids with Wide Feet?

Some of my go-to shoe brands for children with wide feet are:

  • Stride Rite
  • Tsukihoshi
  • See Kai Run
  • Bogs
  • Merrell

This doesn’t mean that all of the boots from those shoe brands will accommodate the shape of your child’s wide feet. There are specific styles among each shoe brand that work a lot better than others.

Let’s take a look at the best wide boots for kids in terms of comfort, fit, and support. Disclosure: Some links in this post may be affiliate links and we may receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) when you click our links and make purchases. This allows us to create free content and resources for many families around the world. 

The Best Wide Boots for Kids

Take a look at the description below each boot to check whether that specific style can be worn for the rain, snow, or both.

Toddler Sizes (0 to 10)

  • Boot style Baby Bogs by Bogs
  • Fits medium and wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold, rainy, and snowy days
  • Waterproof
  • Made with 3mm Neo-Tech insulation to keep warm in cold weather. Comfort rated 14 degrees F/-10
  • Hook/loop strap on the back and sturdy handles make these winter boots easy for little kids to get on and off
  • Excellent traction
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your baby’s current foot size
  • Boot style Baby Bogs by Bogs
  • Fits medium and wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold, rainy, and snowy days
  • Waterproof
  • Made with 3mm Neo-Tech insulation to keep warm in cold weather. Comfort rated 14 degrees F/-10
  • Sturdy handles make these winter boots easy for little kids to get on and off
  • Excellent traction
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your baby’s current foot size
  • Boot style Atlas II by See Kai Run
  • Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be worn for long periods of time
  • Insulated so it can be worn in the snow
  • Waterproof
  • Double velcro closure
  • Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
  • Boot style Atlas II by See Kai Run
  • Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be worn for long periods of time
  • Insulated so it can be worn in the snow
  • Waterproof
  • Double velcro closure
  • Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
  • Boot style Kootenay by Keen
  • Fits medium and wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold and rainy days
  • 100G insulation helps keep your kids’ feet warm in temperatures down to -4° F / -20° C, but still offers breathability
  • High-traction rubber outsole
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
  • Boot style Larking WP by See Kai Run
  • Fits medium and wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold, rainy, and snowy days
  • Ultra-lightweight and flexible with rubber toe cap for added protection and reflective heel for visibility
  • Keep water and debris out with seam-sealed, waterproof membrane construction
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
  • Boot style Alpenglow by North Face
  • Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used in cold days, rain, and snow
  • Waterproof suede upper and seam-sealed design.
  • Cushioned footbed
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
  • Boot style Snowcutie by Kamik
  • Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Fixed foam insulation
  • Waterproof DriDefense membrane satin nylon upper with PU overlays.
  • Removable insoles
  • Adjustable dual hook-and-loop straps
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
  • Boot style Bare Steps by Merrell
  • Fits medium and wide feet
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Seam sealed waterpoof construction to keep feet dry
  • 200g insulation on the footbed
  • Removable insoles
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
  • Boot style Gilman by See Kai Run
  • Fits medium and wide feet
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Waterproof
  • Seam-sealed, waterproof membrane construction, resistant to 10,000mb pressure/4 hours
  • Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
  • Boot style Gilman by See Kai Run
  • Fits medium and wide feet
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Waterproof
  • Seam-sealed, waterproof membrane construction, resistant to 10,000mb pressure/4 hours
  • Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size

Little/Big Kid Sizes (10.5 to 7)

  • Boot style Waterbug by Kamik
  • Fits medium and wide feet
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Waterproof
  • Insulated
  • Comfort Rating -25F
  • Adjustable midfoot hook and loop strap with easy grip rubber tip
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Boot style Waterbug by Kamik
  • Fits medium and wide feet
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Waterproof
  • Insulated
  • Comfort Rating -25F
  • Adjustable midfoot hook and loop strap with easy grip rubber tip
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Boot style ThermoBall by The North Face
  • Fits medium and wide feet
  • This is a hiking boot/snow boot that can be worn for long periods of time
  • Waterproof-treated textile and synthetic upper
  • Rubber toe cap adds durability
  • Thermoplastic rubber outsole with a rugged tread pattern built for maximum grip on wet and snowy terrain
  • Order this boot a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Boot style ThermoBall by The North Face
  • Fits medium and wide feet
  • This is a hiking boot/snow boot that can be worn for long periods of time
  • Waterproof-treated textile and synthetic upper
  • Rubber toe cap adds durability
  • Thermoplastic rubber outsole with a rugged tread pattern built for maximum grip on wet and snowy terrain
  • Order this boot a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Boot style Littleplum
  • Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold and rainy days
  • Integrated heel support structure
  • Waterproof
  • Removable insoles
  • Triple velcro straps for easy on and off
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Boot style Kootenay by Keen
  • Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold, rainy, and snowy days
  • Leather upper
  • Waterproof
  • WARM insulation helps keep feet warm in temperatures down to -4F / -20C, but still allows feet to breathe
  • Removable PU insole for long-lasting comfort
  • Fleece lining for warmth
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Boot style Classic II by Bogs
  • Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Waterproof
  • Sturdy handles makes these winter boots easy for little kids to get on and off
  • Made with 7mm Neo-Tech insulation to keep feet warm and comfortable in cold weather. Comfort rated to -30 Degrees F/-34 Degrees C
  • Excellent traction
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Boot style Plush by Bogs
  • Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Waterproof
  • Sturdy handles makes these winter boots easy for little kids to get on and off
  • Made with 7mm Neo-Tech insulation to keep feet warm and comfortable in cold weather. Comfort rated to -30 Degrees F/-34 Degrees C
  • Excellent traction
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Boot style Selah by Western Chief
  • Fits medium and wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
  • This boot can be used on cold and snowy days
  • Waterproof and insulated
  • Triple velcro straps
  • Order this boot a whole size larger than your child’s current foot size

Are These Boots Easy to Get On and Off?

Yes, all of these boots open up nice and wide which makes it easier for parents and children to get the boots on and off.

Are Any Other Boot Choices Available? – Get a Personalized Suggestion

Children’s shoe needs can vary depending on their age, activity level, and any specific foot conditions they may have. If you have any questions or need any further assistance, you can also contact us via email and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We are happy to help you find a different pair of boots for your child so don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Winter Socks for Kids – Keep Your Kids’ Feet Dry and Warm!

Did you know that socks play a key role in keeping your kids’ feet healthy? Socks act as a barrier between your kids’ feet and the shoes, and they also prevent the formation and the build-up of bacteria inside the shoes.

It’s important that you provide your child with a pair of winter socks that are warm but also breathable.

Do You Also Need a Pair of Sneakers for Your Child’s Wide Feet?

Here is a list of everyday sneakers that will accommodate your child’s wide.

Let me know in the comment section below if you have any questions or if you have found a specific boot that has worked well for your child’s feet. I am sure other families will benefit from reading about your experiences.