Dryshod vs Muck Review

Dryshod Review

Here’s an interesting fact – both Dryshod and Muck were founded by the same person – Jim Donohue.

Jim launched his first rubber neoprene boot in 1999  in his hometown where a lot of people practiced farming and locals loved it! Later on, the boots became popular among hunters as well.

Four years later, Jim sold the company to an international conglomerate called Honeywell.

After a while, he returned to making awesome boots and he founded Dryshod. Dryshod boots became instantly popular due to their design and advanced waterproof technology.

The boots have proven to offer great protection against mud, water, snow, and cold weather. Also, they are quite durable and made for heavy and daily use.

All Dryshod neoprene rubber boots share the same features.

They’re

• Waterproof
• Equipped with Desoprene foam to keep your feet warm and dry
• Have breathable airmesh lining to keep the air circulating and keep your feet dry and comfortable
• Made of genuine natural rubber overlays only

One of the company’s best-selling boots for farm chores is DungHo Max Gusset Extreme with 6 layers of insulating warmth and protection and EVA cold-blocking midsole.

Among all the mentioned Dryshod features, the boot features an adjustable gusset style to fit larger calves for optimum comfort and protection.

Speaking of return and shipping policies, if you’re unhappy with your new footwear, you can return it within 30 days but you have to pay for the shipping.
Also, when purchasing Dryshod products, there’s a flat $15 shipping fee which is a downside I’d like to point out.

Muck Review

Muck was founded by Jim Donohue but currently owned by Honeywell – an international conglomerate.

With Muck boots, you can march through snow, wet, and mud without even thinking about wet feet. No wonder why Muck Boots is one of the top neoprene boot manufacturers in the world.

The company is located in the UK and we all know what kind of weather you might experience there, so you can rest assured that your Muck boots won’t fail you wherever you go.

The boots are made of high-quality materials with advanced technology and the result is – an ultimate, durable boot for anyone who spends time outdoors when the environment is unappealing.

Men’s Chore Classic – Camo is the boot Muck is proud of. It’s one of their best sellers in the Around the Farm category.

The boot is an absolute favorite for people working on a farm since it’s built to perform.

The features:

• 100% waterproof
• Equipped with 5mm neoprene
• Has breathable airmesh lining to keep your feet dry
• Easy to clean rubber overlays
• Durable quick cleaning sole
• Triple toe and quadruple rubber heel reinforcement for heavy duties and protection.
• bioDEWIX for odor control and moisture management

Muck offers free shipping on all products over $50 and free returns within 30 days from the purchase.

Head to Head Comparison – Dryshod vs Muck

So far I’ve analyzed the brands individually and mentioned some of their best-selling products. Now it’s time to compare both brands in various categories and determine which one is for you.

Boot Construction

Most Dryshod boots are equipped with DENSOPRENE foam bootie construction and HYDROKOTE water repellent textile treatment.

Muck boots are equipped with Neoprene bootie construction made of rubber. Both constructions make the boots comfortable and water-repellant, but I believe that Dryshod put a bit more into technology, therefore Dryshod wins in this one.

Warmth

Muck has invested a lot to keep your feet warm. It has developed its own 4-way stretch material called Neo-tech.

Muck even has the Arctic Sport model, boots that make you feel warm and comfortable up to -40 F!

On the other hand, Dryshod boots are equipped with Desoprene foam to keep your feet warm and dry.

Thanks to Arctic Sport, Muck wins this one.

Comfort

Believe it or not, Muck and Dryshod don’t just make durable, waterproof, and protective boots, but comfortable as well.

Thanks to the materials such as Neoprene and Densoprene foam, EVA midsoles, and mesh lining, the boots are warm, dry, and comfortable.

According to customer reviews, both brands scored impressive results, however, some consumers complained that Dryshod boots feel a bit tight in the heel area while climbing or hiking.

We both know that, when it comes to comfort, there’s no better feature than customer reviews, therefore we took this into consideration.

Muck wins this one.

Who Should Get Dryshod Boots

If you spend a lot of time near a river, stream, or on a farm, your feet are probably constantly wet, or at least they are not completely dry.

Getting a pair of Dryshod boots will definitely solve the problem. As I mentioned they have invested a lot in waterproof technology and your feet will stay dry. Guaranteed (unless you walk through knee-deep water).

Also, they are quite durable, flexible, and breathable.

Who Should Get Muck Boots

Muck is in the shoe-making business for over 20 years. They have been the number one choice when it comes to harsh conditions.

As the company claims on its respective website

So we set out to build the most protective, most comfortable, most reliable boots on the planet—no matter what the conditions.

Wherever you are, if you work in messy, wet, and even extra cold conditions, Muck boots will keep your feet dry, warm, and comfortable.

Hunters, farmers, and outdoor enthusiasts keep coming back to Muck.

Oh, and if you care about style Muck has got you covered. They have over 60 different types of boots in various colors and designs.

The Verdict – Muck or Dryshod Boots?

Jim Donohue obviously knows how to make a good pair of boots. He did a great job with Muck and the new owner has improved it even more and the result is – versatile, durable, and waterproof boots.

He made a great head start with Dryshod as well. The company became instantly popular.

While Dryshod shoes perhaps have a better bootie construction and they are more breathable, Muck has shoes for every possible scenario – from arctic-like conditions to farming in Texas.

According to customer reviews, both brands have impressive reviews – meaning that customers are mostly happy with the boots, and in the end, that’s what matters the most.

According to my personal opinion and some facts I’ve shared in this review, the winner of this brand battle is MUCK!

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