Are you looking for some solid pairs of socks to wear with your boots? Read on to see our top recommendations.

Have you ever tried to wear a pair of dress or athletic socks with your boots?

If so, you likely noticed very quickly that choosing the wrong type of socks with your boots can be incredibly uncomfortable — and leave holes in your heels in no time.

Finding the right socks for your boots isn’t entirely simple and straightforward, though. That’s why we’ve taken the time to consult with footwear experts, combining their opinions with our own testing to bring you this guide to the best boot socks for men.

No matter what type of boot you’ll be wearing, these reviews will help you discover the perfect sock to match.

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Mesh channels will help cool your feet, and moisture-wicking fabric will keep your feet dry through a whole workday.

While synthetic materials tend to wear out faster than wool, these socks are available at a much lower price than socks that contain more wool. That means you won’t feel bad about losing an occasional sock or two.

Smartwool Men’s Light Performance Crew Hiking Socks

Smartwool’s merino crew socks are highly lauded by hikers everywhere; your author has been using them on the trail for over a decade now. They’re ultra-soft, and made of nearly 70% high-quality merino wool and a virtually seamless toe box.

Body-mapped mesh zones and a light cushion combine with double-reinforced stitching to round out these awesome hiking boot socks. Plus, every piece of gear from SmartWool — including their socks — comes with a 2-year, 100% satisfaction guarantee.

If they’re not the perfect socks for you, send them back for a full refund.

Bonangel Men’s Merino Wool Dress Socks

Lightweight, affordable and decked out in colors to match any outfit, these men’s dress boot socks really surprised us with their quality. Coming from a relatively unknown company called Bonangel, they’re a soft and breathable option that looks great with freshly shined dress boots.