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I used to use the Dr. Scholls Gel Inserts when I wore mine, helps a ton!

Don’t buy cheap boots. I have wore work boots for years I have tried cheaper boots a few time and they always hurt my feet within a couple hours. I have to buy expensive boots. $250 or up. I have found Dakota boots to be comfortable

Andy445652003 said "Don’t buy cheap boots. I have wore work boots for years I have tried cheaper boots a few time and they always hurt my feet within a couple hours. I have to buy expensive boots. $250 or up. I have found Dakota boots to be comfortable "

I used to buy a cheap Walmart pair until my first cheque then that whole cheque went to Caterpillar,iron workers or Dr.Marten boots. Makes all the difference.

Agree, get a good quality expensive pair. So worth the money. I spend 12-16 hours a day in mine and zero complaints.

definitely agree with others that a more expensive pair is worth it.  
You could also get the Dr. Scholls inserts specifically for work boots  
I am outside year round and have found that the more expensive clothing and boots last a lot longer too.  
I usually spend $500-$600 a year  
And don't forget that whatever clothing or boots you buy, its a tax write off

to only buy Cat boots. I thought I would try Dakota boots once and they were composite toe and the most uncomfortable boots I ever wore. I switched back after 6mths back to a Cat boot. I then tried a 5.11 boot, paid a little more than the Cats but were amazed at how comfortable they were....until winter when the soles became so hard that it was like wearing a pair of skates. I paid the extra cash and bought a pair of Dr. Martens from UnionJack Boots (online) and wore those boots at work and off work cause they are the most comfortable boots with ankle support. Dr. Martens are known for their comfort and awesome quality! I have within the last year due to laziness bought Blundstones and now they are my daily wearers both at work and off work. Super comfy, just like wearing a shoe, zero break in time (for me) cause they were perfect right out of the box....and NO shoe laces to tie up!!! But down side to them is you really have to check your policies to make sure they are approved as there is no real ankle support. I know when I worked in the patch, they were not allowed on many sites. I keep my Docs. in my locker for when I need ankle support.  
So it depends on what you are needing the boots for? Docs. for walking and ankle support, light weight and air soles.  
Blundstones if you're not needing ankle support, but want comfort and safety.  
5.11 for ankle support, waterproof, and comfy till it freezes.  
I also have Royers for heavy work, little heavier boot, but I use them for in the bush, comfy, and waterproof.  
Downside to all these boots is plan to spend $200+++ (but my Docs are 3yrs old and Blundstones are 1+yr and still going hard)!

boots plus really good insoles. Very light and tough. No laces to worry about. I use them on the farm here and just walk through whatever.

As many have said, pay more, get better quality and they probably last way longer too so cheaper in the long run. I have slight foot problems and have seen a podiatrist once and I was told "never spend less that $175 for any boots and you will be fine for now" and its true.

I agree with other posters. Buy quality.  
 
I wore Walmart work boots because they were cheap. I eventually went to New System store on Rosser. I have been buying Timberline Steel Toes boots.  
 
Ironically I like to wear them especially if I am to do a lot of walking. They were stiff the first few days I wore them. I am now on my fifth or six pair. I get a couple of years of wear. The Walmart look a likes barely stood up for a season

I agree that Dr. Scholls Gel Inserts really helped me out and I also bought myself a $250 pair of boots! Another suggestion is buy a good pair or work socks from Marks work warehouse!

Can get these boots from marks work warehouse. They are roughly $150 super light, and let your foot breath. I spend 10-12 hrs 5 days a week on my feet on concrete all day long and since i switched to these all my back and feet pain went away. Used to buy either cat or dacota boots these are by far the best.