The best garden shoes for men are an essential item of garden clothing that offers you convenience and comfort when you're going between the garden and the house. All gardeners can benefit from a pair of kicks that are outdoor-friendly, yet take little effort to wear.
Clog-style garden shoes can easily be stepped into - and out of - in a matter of seconds giving your feet protection while you're outside, and your floors protection when you head back in. While work boots or even ankle-length wellies are recommended for longer or more heavy-duty outdoor tasks, slip-on shoes are a great everyday option to have sitting by the back door.
Best garden shoes for men at a glance:
• Best garden shoes for men overall: Lakeland Active Men's Lorton Slip-On Garden, Kitchen & Work Clogs - View on Amazon UK
• Best fur-lined garden shoes: ChayChax Mens Fur-Lined Waterproof Clogs - View on Amazon UK
• Best lightweight garden shoes: Hitmars Mens Lightweight Non-Slip Garden Clogs - View on Amazon UK
Whether you're putting the bins out, headed to the garden shed to grab a tool, popping out to water the garden, or simply having a potter, garden clogs come in super-handy. We've taken a look at the best garden shoes for men so you can find the perfect pair to suit your style. Not to mention, these make for great gift ideas for your other half!
The best garden shoes for men
Best garden shoes for men overall
Lakeland Active/AmazonLakeland Active offers a great range of garden shoes for men and women. The "Lorton" clog ticks all the boxes for what you need to look for in a garden shoe. Its unfussy design is super-easy to slip into, they are made of waterproof, durable EVA material, they are lightweight and comfortable to wear, and they have a slip-resistant sole.
Adding to the appeal, these come in a range of handsome colours including Oxford blue, Cumberland green, slate grey, and chestnut brown. With a 4.5-star Amazon rating from over 4,000 customers, reviewers describe them as comfortable and lightweight.
Pros
- Made from a waterproof EVA material
- Safe, slip-resistant design
Cons
- These are hand wash only
Best lightweight garden shoes for men
Hitmars/AmazonPerfect for pottering in warmer weather, these Hitmars slip-on shoes are lightweight, flexible, and thanks to the honeycomb-style upper, breathable. These are moulded from one piece of EVA to make them more durable.
These garden shoes have a handy "double anti-slip" design, both the sole and the insole can offer you skid protection. These come in three colourways; blue, black, and black and yellow.
Pros
- Ultra-flexible for comfortable wear
- Breathable, honeycomb-style upper
Cons
- The breathable design means they are not waterproof
Best fur-lined garden shoes for men
ChayChax/AmazonFur-lined anything is a bonus in our book - bring on the cosy vibes! These ChayChax clogs deliver just that with a thick, faux fur inner lining that extends over the top of the shoe for ultimate comfort. The memory foam insole also helps in that department.
The shoe itself is made of EVA and is completely waterproof. These shoes are available in an impressive range of colours; there are solid colours to choose from, but also leopard print, a tie-dye effect, and a tree-themed design.
Pros
- Available in an impressive range of 13 colours
- Faux fur lining for warmth
Cons
- Could be too warm in summer
Best wellie-style garden shoes for men
Dunlop/AmazonIf clog-style slip-ons just aren't for you, consider DUNLOP's safety shoes. These are basically like a cut-down wellie, but can still be slipped on and off easily. The fuller design means your feet are protected all the way around, handy if you're working in wet and muddy conditions, or if you're tackling brambles and the like.
These no-nonsense garden shoes have a thick thread on the sole for stability on all kinds of terrain. Despite the non-clog design, reviewers do state these are easy to slip on and off.
Pros
- All-round foot protection
- Offer a robust, waterproof design
Cons
- Only available in black
Best protective garden shoes for men
Blackrock/AmazonAnother no-fuss choice comes in with Blackrock's safety clog that is especially protective of your feet thanks to the integrated steel toe cap. Technically, these toe caps offer 200 Joules of protection - that is the equivalent of dropping a 20-kilogram weight from a height of a metre, so should shield you from the odd flying plant pot.
These clogs boast an energy-absorbing heel to reduce foot fatigue and a slip-resistant sole. These garden shoes are a very practical choice as they can be machine-washed at 40 degrees.
Pros
- 200 Joules of drop protection
- Practical choice that's machine-washable
Cons
- Not a particularly lightweight option
Best neoprene garden shoes for men
Lakeland/AmazonThere's a lot to like about Lakeland Active's Appleby gardening clogs. There's the comfortable memory foam insole, a 100 per cent waterproof design, flexible and breathable neoprene upper sections that help the shoe sit snugly on your foot, and the handy detail of a heel loop to help you get them on and off.
These have rugged soles to keep you steady on hard-standing, grass, and earth. These capable garden shoes are available in black, brown, and moss green.
Pros
- Memory foam insole for foot support
- Snug neoprene lining for comfort
Cons
- Not as protective as some options
Best garden shoes for support
Fitville/AmazonFrom FitVille, an "advocator and inventor of foot health technology," comes this advanced garden work shoe that boasts some nifty features to help your feet stay comfortable when you're busy in the garden. The extra-thick, cushioned inners get FitVille's 'ArchMax' insoles and can offer you a 58 per cent rate of shock absorption.
The shoes have a wide, roomy toe box so your tootsies won't feel cramped. The pivoting heel strap can be worn on the shoe, or pulled back if you prefer a more secure fit. These are waterproof with an anti-slip sole.
Pros
- Offers FitVille's 'ArchMax' technology
- Shock-absorbing midsole design
Cons
- Could be too wide for more narrow feet
How we chose the best garden shoes for men
All of these men's garden shoes have been hand-selected by our team of Modern Gardens shopping experts. We carefully considered materials, style, and practicality in our selection of the best. Our team has spent hours investigating and researching garden shoes for men to make it easier for you to find the very best, and we'd never recommend a product we don't believe in.
Where possible, we also test and share the latest and best products you should know about. And with help from Modern Gardens Magazine, Garden News and Garden Answers, we share expert gardening knowledge to help you get the most from your product.
Do I need a pair of garden shoes?
We think garden shoes are genuinely useful outdoor footwear that will save you from wrecking your house slippers or having to pull on a pair of bulky boots.
Slip-on and off clog-style shoes are comfortable and convenient and, as long as you don't have a shoe-stealing mutt about the place, can be left by the back door for quick access when needed.
Garden shoes are less cumbersome than full-size wellingtons, and due to their low design, are compatible with gardening knee pads as they won't get in the way.
How to care for your garden shoes
Garden shoes definitely fall into the low-maintenance category - simply brush dirt off the soles and give them a wipe with a wet cloth. If they are totally waterproof, inside and out, you could even wash them down with your garden hose.
If your garden shoes are machine washable, put them in a washing bag and set the machine to a low temperature.
How to make your garden shoes more comfortable
All of the garden shoes we're featuring get good reviews on the comfort side of things, but if you like your footwear to offer the ultimate in comfort, you could consider investing a small amount in a pair of insoles.
You can get a few different kinds of insoles; simple and affordable foam ones, fluffy sheepskin-style insoles to offer warmth, memory foam insoles for bouncy comfort, and gel insoles for more contoured support.
How can I stop my garden shoes smelling?
Keeping the outside of your shoes clean is a good start, but in most cases, any unpleasant odour will come from the insole area. You can either get a pair of odour-absorbing insoles or use a product you spray into your shoes.
If you're considering insoles to help with shoe smell, look for ones that contain carbon or are charcoal-activated - these are particularly effective for soaking up nasty odours.
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Amy-Mae Turner is a Commerce Content Writer for Modern Gardens, Yours, Take A Break Pets, and A Modern Kitchen. When she's not pottering in the garden or mucking around in the kitchen, she can be found having doggy cuddles with her two beloved cockapoochis.