The Best Waterproof Barefoot Rain Boots and Shoes

If you live in a wet climate waterproof barefoot shoes will keep your socks dry and your feet happy. You see, many standard rain boots have a narrow pointy toe and chunky heel that can hurt and cause all kinds of issues in your body. But a completely flat and wide 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 also don’t squish your toes. 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, Waxes, & Creams

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. Waxes & creams have to be rubbed into the shoe and are more likely to affect the look, but they are often more effective – best used on smooth leather/vegan leather products.

• 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
• Renapur Leather Balsam – This conditioner is a gentle waterproofer, not as effective as the other options. But really great for restoring the look of your shoes and increasing their longevity!
• Otter Wax – Works great
• Sno Seal – Very effective, but can really change the look of 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 (there are many retailers, so search around to find your size).
• Chala Overshoe – Available in 3 different varieties for year-round situations! Use code 93D5B5E9 for 5% off

Adult Waterproof Barefoot Shoes

When it comes to rain boots, most of the options available for adults have clunky soles and pointy toe boxes. The options listed here are the most comfortable I’ve found, with space for your toes and a natural fit and feel.

Rubber Rain Boots

The following are the truest to barefoot shoe ideals, and my personal top 3 picks.

• Wildling Ranidae – This is the highest quality rain boot of the bunch. The toe box is also quite generous without being excessively floppy (so hard to do in rain boots!). They run a little long so size down if you’re between. You can get a one-time free shipping offer with code AWN_ANYA_S. If you’re outside the US/Canada, shop Wilding Shoes here.
• Saguaro Brisk – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 15% off. Comes in a fleece lined and unlined version. My favorite is the fleece lined. Great foot shape, flexible, comfy. They are a clear winner for me, albeit a thinner rubber that doesn’t feel as durable as Wildling’s boot.
• Xero Shoes Gracie (women’s) – This is a cute chelsea style rubber rain boot, for little puddles. I loves them in bright yellow. Read my review here. For those in the EU, shop Xero Shoes EU here.
• BONUS: Vaistoa Katve (EU only) – This Finnish brand only ships within Europe, but I have tested a sample and they are great! Good for those who need a taller cut, and they have an extra wide toe box shape.

And here are some additional options that don’t have quite as wide of a toe box as I prefer, but can work for slimmer feet.

• Women’s Asgard (AMAZON) – Packable, affordable rubber boots that check all the boxes, but do have a narrower toe box than I prefer. Read my Asgard review here.
• Bisgaard (women’s & kids) – These rubber boots are completely flat and flexible but only go up to a size 40. 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. Wider than the Asgard above, but just a little bit narrow.
• Pokeboo Packable Rain Boots – Men’s and Women’s – very minimal but have a narrower toe box. This is the only other true barefoot rain boot that comes in men’s sizes besides Saguaro Brisk.

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 (because pull on rain boots are not adjustable).

Compromise Rain Boots:

These options are more minimalist than most conventional rain boots, but they might have a small heel rise and are heavier and thicker than is typical for a barefoot shoe (and also pinchier in the toe box).

• Grundens – Multiple height zero drop options, but the toe box is tapered so consider sizing up for extra space.
• Tretorn (Amazon) – Bo & Viken models are the flattest.
• Tretorn (EU) – Wings & Bolt Winter models
• Urberg Men’s Orby
• Urberg Kinna
• Viking – Look for the flat models. Viking ships to the EU only, but this brand can also be found at Outnorth for international shipping.
• Nordic Grip
• Muck Boot Company – The Forager model has a flat outsole

Waterproof/Resistant Shoes

While these are not your typical pull on rubber rain boots, these barefoot shoes are water resistant and practical for wet weather.

• Ahinsa Jaya Boots (vegan) – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 10% off. We also carry these at Anya’s Shop
• Be Lenka Boots – Lots of great water resistant options! You can also order several of them them from Anya’s Shop in the US. If ordering from Be Lenka directly code ANYASREVIEWS give you 5% off (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA).
• Chala Overshoe – 3 types for different waterproof covering needs. 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 boot (vegan). Read my Patrol review here. Use code ANYA5 for 5% off
• Freet All Weather Shoes – Use code AnyaFreet for 10% a Freet purchase. If you live outside the USA, shop Freet here. See my thoughts about Freet in this post about The 10 Best Barefoot Hiking Boots.
• Groundies Ontario – Select Groundies styles available at Anya’s Shop
• Joe Nimble Sneakers – These are wide toe box, but have a thicker sole than most barefoot shoes. Many styles are water resistant! See my thoughts on the Wandertoes 2.0 hiking boot in my Best Barefoot Hiking Boots Post.
• Lems – The Chelsea boot & Boulder boot come in waterproof options. IMO these make excellent rain shoes and have served me very well over the years. European readers can purchase Lems from Mugavik Barefoot and use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off. Read all my Lems Reviews 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.
• Realfoot – Super wide toe box waterproof shoes! Use code ANYASREVIEWS10 for 10% off. Read my Realfoot review here for all the details!
• Sole Runner – Several models labeled as being water-repellant, but I have minimal experience with them.
• Vibram Furoshiki Boots – The boot versions are water resistant! You will get 15% off your purchase through this link.
• Vivobarefoot – ANYA25VB for 25% off everything but Sensus Yin, Sensus Slide, and Gobi Premium. You can use code ARVIVO20 20% off those.. You can find there a variety of waterproof boots and shoes. Tracker FG and Primus Trail All Weather are my two favorites.
• Xero Shoes (vegan) – See my all my Xero Shoes reviews here. For shipping within the EU, shop Xero Shoes EU here
• Zaqq (vegan options) – A LOT of waterproof styles here. We have the waterproof Quintic seasonally at Anya’s Shop
• Wildling – The waterproofing on these is only effective up to the laces, so best for very shallow puddles and light rain. Use code AWN_ANYA_S for a one-time free shipping offer. If you are outside the US/Canada, use this Wildling Shoes link. To learn more about the options you can find all my previous Wildling reviews here.

Kids Waterproof Barefoot Shoes

Like for adults, true barefoot rain boots for kids are a tough find! But the options below we have vetted to be zero drop a wide toe box, so that kids can play in the rain and mud without hurting their feet.

If you want to see which barefoot kids shoes we consider to be the all time best, click here!

Rubber Rain Boots

• Wildling Ranidae – The same rain boot we love for adults, also comes in kids sizes! You can get a one-time free shipping offer with code AWN_ANYA_S. If you’re outside the US/Canada, shop Wilding Shoes here.
• Bundgaard rubber boots (US/Canada) – All the Bundgaard Classic wellies have a good wide toe box and are zero drop, and we consider them to be the best true kids barefoot rain boot available! Customers outside the US can order directly from Bundgaard.
• Koel – These wellies also have a great toe box shape and are a good choice. We carry these at Anya’s Shop in the US!
• Saguaro Brisk – Sizes EU 24-34. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 15% off. We love these, especially the fleece lined version.
• Foot Buddy – Toddler/little kid sizes US 8-13 Use code ANYAS15 for 15% off
• Ten Little – Toddler/little kid sizes US 6-13. These have a good shape to them, but are a little heavy. Read our review here for more details.
• Igor – Toddler/little kid sizes US 4-13 Also available in the US at PedTerra in sizes EU 20-30
• 1000 Hours Outside – Toddler 6 up – Youth 2
• Bisgaard – All zero drop except “Rain” model. Toe box a little narrower than the above two options but still pretty good.
• Oaki Rain Boots – The rubber boots are zero drop, neoprene boots are not.
• Original Hunter Classic
• Stonz – West and Urban models. Use code ANYASREVIEWS10 for 10% off
• Viking – (EU) Not all models are zero-drop, so look for the flat soles (Indie line looks the best!). Viking ships to the EU only, but this brand can also be found at Outnorth for international shipping.

Waterproof/Resistant Shoes

If you don’t need a full rubber boot, these waterproof kids barefoot shoes are the next best thing.

• Be Lenka Snowfox, & Winter– ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA). Read my Be Lenka Kids Review here
• Fare Bare (Czech Republic & Slovakia only). Those outside of EU can shop these at Mugavik Barefoot. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off.
• Feelgrounds – The Patrol and Chelsea models. Use code ANYA5 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 Takin – Wool lined with a waterproof membrane. Use code ANYA for 10% off
• Meriweather – These waterproof sock shoes for toddlers and young kids are surprisingly functional!
• Mukishoes – Select seasonal models are water resistant. We have a pair of Mini-Moss and they are awesome. Use my code ANYAMUKI for 5% off your order, and see all my Mukishoes reviews here.
• Reima – A waterproof sneaker and 2 boot options! Use code ANYA20 for 15% off your first Reima purchase
• Sole-Runner Amari 2
• Vivobarefoot All Weather Booties – Code ANYA25VB for 25% off everything but Sensus Yin, Sensus Slide, and Gobi Premium. You can use code ARVIVO20 20% off those. for 10% off
• Wildling – Super minimal! Note that these are best used for light rain and not in deep water or mud. Read all my Wildling reviews here. Use code AWN_ANYA_S for a one-time free shipping offer. If you are outside the US/Canada, use this Wildling Shoes link.