Best Rain Boots for Kids and Toddlers: Flat, Flexible and Wide
These are the best rain boots for kids and toddlers — they’re flat, flexible and foot-shaped.
One of the best ways to cheer up on a rainy, gloomy day is to help your kids pull on their rain boots and head outside. Usually, you’ll see a wide grin spread across their faces and hear a few giggles as they jump and splash from puddle to puddle.
Unfortunately, those splashes can be a bit wobbly as many rain boots are heeled, stiff and narrow. While some people might like the aesthetics of a pointed and heeled boot, it’s not a great option for foot health and development, especially for kids.
Looking for adult sizes? Jump to the end of the post.
It’s so much easier for kids to move and jump around when they have flat, flexible and foot-shaped rain boots that are made to fit their feet!
Here is a list of the best rain boots for kids with these healthy features, so they can worry less about their uncomfortable boots, and more about having fun in the rain.
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Minimalist Rain Boots for Kids
1 Ten Little Kids Rain Boots
Sizes Little Kid 6 – 13 | Rubber | $46
Ten Little Kids Rain boots have a more spacious toe box than most. Plus they’re flat and surprisingly flexible for solid rubber. They come in 4 colors. My toddler has really loved these, and they’re easy for him to slip on.
Find a full brand review of Ten Little shoes here.
2 Tree Grandpa Rain Boots
Sizes Little Kid 5 – Little Kid 10 | Rubber | $20 – $24
These flexible rubber rain boots for toddlers were recommend by multiple readers on Instagram, and at such a great price point, I had to try them out! Tree Grandpa rain boots for kids are only available on Amazon for about $24 and in 9 different colors. These are also available on Amazon Canada.
3 Target Cat & Jack Rain Boots
Sizes Little Kid 5 – Youth 6 | Rubber | $20 – $25
The Target Brand Cat & Jack makes a solid no heel rain boot option. They’re also some of the most flexible ones I’ve seen. The down side on these is that they aren’t the widest. This brand does have some heeled options, but it’s usually the boots with the pull on handles that are zero-drop (or pretty close to it). Sometimes styles go up to Youth 6 which equals a women’s size 7.5 or 8, so these could work for some teenagers and adults too!
4 Vivobarefoot Fulham Boots
Sizes Little Kid 9 – Youth 6 | Treated Leather Uppers | $85 – $95 | Code BSG20 for 20% off
This is a classic Chelsea boot from Vivobarefoot featuring waterproof (so puddle-proof!) uppers, fleece lining and a removable thermal insole. These are a great option if you want something much more flexible than what is offered by a rubber rain boot.
5 Bundgaard Tall Rubber Rain Boots
Sizes Little Kid 5.5 – Youth 2 | Rubber | $70 | Code KELLY10 for 10% off
Bundgaard is a Danish company that makes basic rubber rain boots with a simple cotton lining. However, these have a wide toe box, unlike many boots which tend to narrow and squish the toes. They also have a very flat, flexible sole. This style comes in a large color variety, from classic yellow, pastels like lavender and mint green, or a simple navy.
Bundgaard is available in the US from PedTerra, which offers free shipping and returns. Use code KELLY to get 10% off your first purchase at PedTerra.
6 Bundgaard Short Rubber Rain Boots
Sizes Little Kid 5.5 – Youth 2 | Rubber | $65 | Code KELLY10 for 10% off
These shorter Bundgaard boots are zero-drop and ankle-high. You can choose from an unlined version, or one lined with cozy wool if you need something fully waterproof and extra warm. The lined versions also come with a Wool Thermal Insole that can be removed for added flexibility, or kept in for extra warmth.
Bundgaard is available in the US from PedTerra, which offers free shipping and returns. Use code KELLY to get 10% off your first purchase at PedTerra.
7 Koel Rana Boots
Sizes EU 24 – 43 | Aqua Stop Tex membrane | Versions available with Lambswool lining | $113+
These are an ultimate outdoor boot that will have your kids ready to play all day, no matter the weather. These have flexibility in the sole of a barefoot shoe plus grippy lugs. They also feature Aqua Stop Tex membrane to keep the foot dry for longer. This version is fully lined with merino wool, so it can be used through very cold winter days.
Koel also has rubber rain boots for kids with a wide toe box for $50.
8 Foot Buddy Rain Boots
Sizes Little Kid 8 – 13 | Rubber | $40 | Code KELLY15 for 15% off
These cute rubber boots look just like a little shark. The toe is roomy and they’re flat and flexible.
9 1000 Hours Outside Rain Boots
Sizes Little Kid 6 – Youth 2 | Rubber | $32
Full rubber, no heel rain boots for kids and toddlers. This company inspires people to spend more time outside, with the goal of 1000 hours each year. These rubber rain boots are there to help you get outside, even on the wet and rainy days. They come in 4 colors.
More minimalist rain boots for kids
If you didn’t find quite what you’re looking for above, check out these additional options:
- Gigididi Kid’s Rain Boots on Amazon: These tend to be good for wider, higher volume feet.
- Aigle Lolly Pop Rain Boots
- Oaki Rain Boots
Minimalist Rain boots in adult sizes
If you’re looking for yourself or for your bigger kids that are in adults, there are a few options for minimalist rain boots in adult sizes.
- Saguaro Shoes Brisk I Barefoot Rain Boots: These are new in 2024 and look like a great option for adults and kids starting in size EU36. They just released and I haven’t tried them yet, but I’ll update when I do. They look promising. Use code KELLY15 for 15% off at Saguaro Shoes. This makes them $51.
- Xero Shoes Gracie: this is a short rubber rain boot, and the main option from a barefoot shoe brand. It’s currently only available in women’s sizes, from women’s US 5 – 12.
- Koel Rana: Some styles of the Koel Rana boots are available in sizes up to EU43.
- Lems Waterproof Chelsea Boots: These aren’t rubber rain boots, but they are pull-on and waterproof. I like to think of these as a great barefoot replacement for Blundstone boots.
There are also a number of waterproof barefoot winter boot options.
Being prepared with the right clothing and shoes like rain boots helps us spend more time outside, no matter the weather. My two year old is always the first to grab his rain boots and head to the door, excited to play out in the rain. See this post for even more fun things to do with a two year old (or kid of any age)!
Have any other great recommendations for healthy rain boots for kids and toddlers? Share below!
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