The Complete List of Waterproof Barefoot Shoes for Rain

I get asked EVERY DAY for waterproof barefoot shoes that are good for your feet. You see, traditional rain boots have a chunky heel that can really throw off your alignment and cause all kinds of issues in your body. But a completely flat and flexible rain boot is hard to find!

I’ve compiled a list of all the waterproof, water resistant, and rubber rain boots (for kids and adults) that meet my strict requirements for healthy footwear. Don’t let the weather keep you from getting outside! Read on for the full list of barefoot waterproof shoes below.

How to Waterproof Your Shoes

Before we get to the waterproof barefoot shoe options, let’s discuss ways you can make use of the shoes you have. Keep in mind that treating your shoes with a waterproofing agent can change the way they look. Leather often gets significantly darker with impregnating waxes and can even change in texture. While these products are usually very effective, a shoe spray is a better alternative if you don’t want to change the way your shoes look.

Waterproofing Sprays

If working with suede, nubuck, or fabric I use waterproofing sprays because it’s less likely to change the look and texture of the material.

• Carbon Pro – The most effective without changing the material in any way! Works on everything, including vegan and fabrics
• Nano Tech Waterproof Leather Spray – Have not used myself, but it comes highly rated
• Nikwax Footwear Care – This is an ecofriendly spray, but it does slightly alter the look of suede/nubuck

Waterproofing Wax/Creams

These products have to be rubbed into the shoe and are more likely to affect the look, but they are often more effective as waterproofers. Best used on smooth leather/vegan leather products.

• Renapur Leather Balsam – This conditioner is a gentle waterproofer, not as effective as the below options. But really great for restoring the look of your shoes and increasing their longevity!
• Otter Wax – Works great.
• Sno Seal – Very effective, but DEFINITELY changes the leather (unless you are dealing with a glossy black to begin with).

Other Tricks/Gadgets

• Aquaseal – This is used to repair holes or seal up seams on your shoes!
• Neos Overshoe – This overshoe can be worn directly over your shoes to make them waterproof and slip-resistant.
• Waterproof Socks from Freet – Use code AR-10 for 10% off your order from Freet. Interesting idea to keep your feet, but not your shoes, dry!

Rain Boots for Adults

There are not too many barefoot rubber rain boot options yet, but here are a few good ones for adults. Fun fact, you can turn any rain boots into thermal ones with a boot liner! And I also highly recommend the use of leg warmers to get a secure fit without compromising on toe space.

Barefoot Rain Boots:

The following are the truest to barefoot shoe ideals.

• Xero Shoes Gracie – A true barefoot rain boot! Read my review here. For those in the EU, shop Xero Shoes EU here
• Bisgaard (women’s & kids) – These rubber boots are completely flat and flexible but a little difficult to find. US/Canadian customers can get them from Pedterra and use code ANYASREVIEWS, and the rest of the world can search for a retailer on Bisgaard’s website.
• Women’s Asgard (AMAZON) – Packable, affordable rubber boots that check all the boxes! Read my review here. You can also find them in a mid-calf version. I sized up one size for socks and a thin liner.
• Pokeboo Packable Rain Boots – Men’s and Women’s – very minimal but have a narrower toe box

Compromise Rain Boots:

While these options are zero drop, they are heavier and thicker than is typical for a barefoot shoe.

• Grundens – Multiple height zero drop options, but the toe box is tapered so consider sizing up for extra space.
• Tretorn Men’s Bo (AMAZON)
• Tretorn Men’s Gus (AMAZON) Fleece lined
• Tretorn Women Viken (AMAZON) – Find them in black here.
• Tretorn – Wings & Bolt Winter models
• Urberg Men’s Orby
• Urberg Kinna
• Viking – Not all models are zero-drop. Viking ships to the EU only, but this brand can also be found at Outnorth for international shipping.

Waterproof/Resistant Barefoot Shoes for Adults

While these are not your typical rubber rain boots, they are water resistant and meet barefoot shoe requirements.

• Ahinsa Jaya Boots (vegan) – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 10% off. You can now order the black Ahinsa Jaya through Anya’s Shop! Orders placed through our shop will be eligible for US returns.
• Be Lenka Boots – Lots of great options! You can order them from Anya’s Shop and subscribe to the shop e-mail list for 10% off their first purchase. International customers can order from Be Lenka directly and get 5% off their purchase with code ANYASREVIEWS (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA).
• Chala Overshoe – Only waterproof from the top, if you stepped in a puddle it would come in from the bottom. Use code 93D5B5E9 for 5% off
• Fare (Czech Republic & Slovakia only). Those outside of EU can shop Fare at Mugavik Barefoot. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off.
• Feelgrounds Patrol (vegan). Read my review here
• Feelmax Kuuva
• Freet Mudee (vegan) – Use code AR-10 for 15% a Freet purchase. See my thoughts in this post about The 5 Best Barefoot Hiking Boots.
• Groundies Ontario – Select Groundies styles available at Anya’s Shop
• Joe Nimble International – Many styles are water resistant. Use code AFFANY10 for 10% off your first purchase. See my thoughts on the Wandertoes 2.0 hiking boot in my Best Barefoot Hiking Boots Post.
• Koel – Great looking options (they do have a non-barefoot line so check descriptions)
• Lems – Chelsea Boot & Boulder Boot. Watch my Boulder Boot video review on YouTube. European readers can purchase Lems from Mugavik Barefoot and use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off. Read all my Lems Reviews here
• Magical Shoes Alaska – Wool lined with a water resistant membrane, but the zipper and tongue are not and in my experience need to be sealed with a protectant before use. See my thoughts in my All Time Warmest Barefoot Boots post. Use code ANYA for 10% off
• Manitobah Mukluks – Super warm. Not all styles are zero drop.
• Mukishoes Chelsea – Vegan cork or leather! Use code ANYAMUKI for 10% off. Read my review here
• Neos Overshoe – This waterproof overshoe can be worn over other shoes or with a thick boot liner to become a warm waterproof rain boot.
• Sole Runner – Several models labeled as being water-repellant
• Steger Mukluks CamuksXtreme
• Vibram Furoshiki
• Vivobarefoot Tracker – VBANYA10 for 10% off.
• Xero Shoes (vegan) – See my Alpine review here, and my Xcursion review here. For shipping within the EU, shop Xero Shoes EU here
• Zaqq (vegan options) – A LOT of waterproof styles here. Select Zaqq styles available at Anya’s Shop
• Wildling Shoes – Super minimal! Read all my Wildling Reviews here

Kids Waterproof Barefoot Shoes

Rubber Rain Boots

• Bisgaard – All zero drop except “Rain” model.
• Bundgaard rubber boots – All these wellies are zero drop except the Sailor boots. Customers outside the US can order directly from Bundgaard.
• Oaki Rain Boots – Rubber boots are zero drop, neoprene boots are not.
• Original Hunter Classic
• Koel
• KomForme
• Ten Little – Toddler/little kid sizes US 6-13. Read the review here
• Viking – Not all models are zero-drop. Viking ships to the EU only, but this brand can also be found at Outnorth for international shipping.
• 1000 Hours Outside – Toddler 6 up to Youth 2

Waterproof/Resistant Shoes

• Be Lenka Panda, Snowfox, & Ranger – ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA). Read my Be Lenka Kids Review here
• Bobux – Grass Court sneaker and Paddington Boot. We have worn several styles of Bobux boots and found them excellent for all weather
• Fare Bare (Czech Republic & Slovakia only). Those outside of EU can shop these at Mugavik Barefoot. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off.
• Kiuu Boots (EU only) – Kiuu has an impressive line of waterproof kid boots!
• Koel – Koel does not ship worldwide, but you can find them at retailers Tupsunupsu or Mugavik Barefoot (Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off)
• Magical Shoes ZiuZiu – Wool/polyester lined with a waterproof membrane. Use code ANYA for 10% off
• Manitobah Mukluks – Great waterproof collection! Super warm.
• Mukishoes – 3 Kids models are waterproof: Mini-Moss, Spark, and Swirl. We have a pair of Mini-Moss and they are awesome. Use my code ANYAMUKI for 5% off your order, and see my review of the Mukishoes 2022 review here.
• Sole-Runner Transition Vario 3
• Tikki Shoes
• Vivobarefoot Primus Winter – Code VBANYA10 for 10% off
• Wilding Shoes – Super minimal! Read all my Wildling Reviews here