Top 20 Best Composite Toe Work Shoes for Men & Women

We'll start off this list of Top 10 Best Composite Toe Work Shoes for Men off with a bang. The first entrant is from revered shoe manufacturer Skechers, the Skechers Men's Work Relaxed Fit Soft Stride Grinnel Comp.

This work shoe is a marvel of composite toe or safety shoe design. The features jammed into the construction of this shoe are too many to mention them all in this space adequately. Still, we'll give it a go.

Skechers has a splendid reputation for designing and constructing footwear with industry-leading (and envious) features which allows for an affordable yet exceptionally high-quality shoe, whether it's for casual wear, athletic wear, or work wear, as is the case for this shoe. Which is saying something considering the company has been around only since 1992.

The primary features of importance with the Soft Stride Grinnel Comp, it's the industry-specific highlights that stand out. Consider the fact that this shoe has an outstanding slip-resistant technology, as it has been made with rubber materials which meet (and exceed) testing standards (Mark II testing, that is) for wet/oily conditions.

It also has composite toe technology built in which make it super-lightweight and durable yet strong. It also has electrical hazard (secondary level) built in.

Coming in at number two on this list of the Top 10 Best Composite Toe Work Shoes for men is from a company you certainly recognize, but not to show up on this list. We bet you didn't know Caterpillar -- a heavyweight in the construction equipment industry -- also makes excellent and well-constructed work shoes and boots?

Truthfully, neither did this writer when researching this list. Once the requisite double-take was done, it's easy to see why Caterpillar makes this list as the Caterpillar Men's Streamline Comp Toe Work Shoe is indeed a wonder of composite toe work shoe/boot design. The company certainly knows what they're doing as the features are of the standout-and-take-notice variety.

The ERGOlite design is where this shoe separates itself from its competitors. The top athletic shoes inspired the idea for this safety and comfort feature. Caterpillar's designers wanted to create a composite toe work shoe/boot that's durable when it counts for the safety aspect of the shoe while being comfortable to wear as a pair of trusted athletic shoes.

The ERGOlite design allows for a shoe which is a full 18 percent lighter than any comparable composite toe work safety shoes on the market. Its outsole is contoured perfectly with a naturally fitted footbed designed to mimic the shape of the wearer's foot.

Wolverine has been making exceptional, high-quality work shoes since before the onset of the industrial revolution. Meaning? They know a thing or two about the construction and design of a work shoe you can count and rely on.

Wolverine's first entrant is the Wolverine Men's Falcon Slip-On Comp Toe EH Work Boot. It's a boot that fits and looks like a shoe, yet has the features that back up Wolverine's claim of a "relentless commitment to innovation" as well as several of their patented and industry-defining technological advancements. When you're on the job site, this is the slip-on work shoe you want when needed.

Constructed with a full-grain leather upper and a sculpted rubber outer sole, it's the type of composite toe work shoe where you can see the craftsmanship with your own eyes. The cushioned footbed is made with a removable open-cell polyurethane material, and the midsole is formed with an ultra-light ethylene vinyl acetate material designed for exceptional, all-day comfort and support.

More comfort is made possible with lightweight cushioning which is constructed with a mesh material which acts as a wicking wave technology.

The Top 10 Best Composite Toe Work Shoes For Men wouldn't be trustworthy if it didn't include the best of the uniform work boot Oxfords which are popular, especially for those folks who work in law enforcement, security, and other industries where people wear uniforms.

The Bates Men's Sport Comp Toe Uniform Work Boot is Bates' lone entrant on the list, and well earned. The upper is made with a durable, full-grain leather material and a nylon ballistic mesh material for a lining for exceptional breathability. The outer construction is also made to be security-friendly, as it's non-metallic.

The insole is completely removable and cushioned for comfort. The composite toe box has been constructed for ultimate safety and meets and exceeds the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) guidelines.

The cushioned midsole is constructed with an ethylene vinyl acetate polymer designed for superior comfort and fit. The ultimate design idea put into the Bates Men's Sport Comp Toe Uniform Work Boot is to provide outstanding performance and a toughness you'd expect in a work boot, particularly if you need it as part of your uniform.

Bates has created a fit that is measured in what they call a 'comfort quotient,' in what they believe combines excellent protection yet all the while being a shoe you feel wonderful slipping into for work.

The Caterpillar Men's Shift Comp Toe Work Shoe is Caterpillar's second entrant on the Top 10 Best Composite Toe Work Shoes for Men list. As Caterpillar is adept at being a world leader when it comes to constructing heavy equipment designed to 'move the earth,' their shoes are designed for the fine folks who operate that equipment and work on the job sites which workers can be seen working hard on concrete and asphalt all day long.

This shoe has all the comfort and durability of a top-quality work boot, yet much more lightweight and comfortable. This allows your feet to have the safety of a boot yet still be able to breathe and fit comfortable no matter how long you're on the job.

The upper is constructed with a Kurim textile material, a molded polyurethane made to be lightweight, yet durable. It's a mesh material with exceptional, enhanced breathability. The rubber outsole is firmly constructed and slip-resistant.

The entire shoe is constructed with non-metallic materials, which is a plus for folks that work in an environment where metal parts can pose problems. The composite toe technology meets and exceeds all industry-tested guidelines for the utmost in toe safety.

Caterpillar has created an original and genuine piece of footwear technology you're sure to love.

Nautilus' first entrant to the Top 10 Best Composite Toe Work Shoes for Men is an athletic shoe which has the outstanding dual purpose of being completely adept at functioning as a composite toe work shoe.

While the single color choice (lime) may seem perplexing, it's a phenomenally performing comp toe work shoe which is entirely capable of providing the safety and exceptional comfort you desire on the job site. The leather, mesh and synthetic upper is designed for action and also has a nylon coating.

The outer sole is industry-tested for superior slip-resistance to include all types of liquids, such as water and oil. It also comes equipped with no exposed metal so as to be scratch-resistant and able to meet any and all workplace requirements and will pass through any metal detectors.

The comfortable and cushioned midsole is made with ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) and is dual density, the footbed is impressive, and better yet, the midsole is removable. The composite toe safety cap (or box) meets and exceeds all American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards of testing for compression and impact ratings.

The essence is that this is a high-quality, high-performing work shoe which looks and feels like a top-of-the-line athletic shoe.

By now you're probably denoting a trend as Caterpillar checks in again on this Top 10 list of the Best Composite Toe Work Shoes for Men. The Caterpillar Men's Chromatic Comp Toe Work Shoe is a superior industrial athletic Oxford made by the world's top manufacturer of heavy equipment.

The Earth-movers at Caterpillar have turned the shoe industry upside down with the Chromatic Comp Toe Work Shoe. One look at this fantastic work shoe and you'll notice that the outsole (or bottom) of the shoe may look a tad bulky. And for a good reason, as the geniuses that designed this shoe have developed a puncture-resistant plate. That's right, puncture resistant.

Folks who work at construction sites (think of a place with a whole bunch of nails lying around) have marveled at their ability to manipulate these sites without any nails ruining their day. They've utilized ease of comfort technology with the midsole.

They've also managed to make this outsole slip-resistant, though not with oily liquids. The people at Cat also want you to make sure to check the sizing before you buy, as they can run a half size or full size larger. These shoes are also made with a textile/synthetic upper which is also reflective.

As we begin to wind down the review list, Nautilus returns with their second of three shoes on the list with the Nautilus 1826 Slip Resistant Comp Toe No Exposed Metal EH Moc Toe Oxford.

Nautilus has been constructing phenomenal safety footwear for quite some time, and they also make sure to design with a nod towards ergonomics as well as top-flight safety features which meet and exceed all government safety standards.

Case in point is an outer sole created with a rubber material that is durable and slip- and oil-resistant. The composite toe safety cap (or box) meets and exceeds safety standards for compression and impact.

The heel was designed at a 90-degree angle for better safety, and believe it or not, the entire shoe was constructed as 100% metal free. So it's scratch-resistant work requirements and won't set off metal detectors.

The inner sole is direct attach dual density made with a removable polyurethane material for exceptional comfort. The upper is made out of full-grain leather, and the shoe also meets and exceeds all American Society of Testing and Materials safety ratings for electrical hazards. A real marvel of composite toe work shoe safety and comfort.

Did Caterpillar save the best for last? The final entrant may very well be one of the most advanced and supremely constructed composite work shoes on the market. The Caterpillar Men's Expedient CT/Medium Charcoal Work Shoe is a wonderful comp toe work shoe, and although it comes in only one color combination, it's also an impressive and good-looking shoe.

The upper of the shoe is made with a breathable nylon with a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) cage woven around which adds to the support and durability of the upper portion of the shoe.

The composite toe box is made with a nanocarbon fiber material which allows this part of the shoe to meet and exceed government and American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) industry standards for impact and compression.

It also meets and exceeds ASTM standards on electrical hazards as well as slip-resistance and traction, thanks to the SRX outsole construction. The entire shoe is exceptionally lightweight, with excellent cushioning for comfort and support, and that's due to the dual-density ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) middle sole, which hugs the foot for a fabulous fit.

The lacing is classic yet sturdy and designed to allow for a snug fit, at all times.

The final spot on the belongs to Nautilus. The Nautilus 1740 Carbon Composite Fiber Safety Toe Super Light Weight Slip-Resistant EH Safety Shoe continues along with the Nautilus belief in providing a comp toe work shoe that looks and feels like an athletic shoe while continuing to ensure the safety, durability, and comfort work shoe lovers need to protect their feet while working on the job site.

This fantastic shoe is made with an upper that is constructed with a microfiber leather and mesh combination for exceptional durability and comfort and as well as a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) 3D graphics overlay.

The lacing system is classic, yet designed for a snug, secure fit every time you lace them up. The safety features included meet and exceed all government and American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards, including the rubber outsole which is liquid (water, oil, etc.) slip-resistant.

The composite toe box is also designed and constructed to meet and exceed ASTM standards for compression and impact, and the shoe also meets and exceeds ASTM standards for electrical hazards. It's also scratch-resistant if you work in an industry where that's a requirement in the workplace.

The next entrant of the Top 10 Best Composite Toe Work Shoes for Women is the Caterpillar Women's Chromatic Oxford Athletic Comp Toe, Cameo Green, 7.5 M US. Constructed and designed by Caterpillar's industrial industry experts specifically for those folks who work in the roughest and toughest conditions, the Chromatic Oxford Athletic shoe is made with an eye towards the company's motto of strength, honest work, and integrity.

This ultra-lightweight and high-quality shoe has the comfort and style women desire as well as the features you need to protect your feet from a day on the rugged and harsh job site. The upper outer materials are sturdy, durable, yet comfortable.

The polyurethane, mesh and Nubuck leather used makes for a gorgeous look yet sturdy enough to perform when you need it to. The material is also reflective. The advanced technology used in the outer sole is a rubber material with a puncture-resistant plate for the ultimate in protection, so you can step where you please without the worry in regards to stepping on a nail or other sharp object.

The design also incorporates non-metallic technology for job sites that require scratch-resistant footwear, and you won't set off any annoying metal detectors.

Stanley Lewis' lone entrant on the list is a dandy. The Stanley Women's Breeze Low Comp Toe Industrial Boot wears and protects like a boot, yet has the remarkable look and feel of an athletic shoe.

The protection offered in their standout features is extraordinary. Each of the safety and protective features has been through government-backed American Society of Testing and Materials testing standards. So much so, they meet and succeed them all.

The rubber technology used for the outer sole is constructed in a way to guard against any and all types of liquid impediments such as oil, water, and slips.

They also have made sure that since job sites are hazardous on many fronts, electrical hazards have been taken care of, so second-level hazards are safe. The composite toe also meets and exceeds government standards against impact and compression.

The outsole is also non-marking, and metal-free, so as to meet workplace requirements for scratch-resistance and you can stop worrying about constantly setting off metal detectors. And guess what? All of this incredible technology comes in an ultra-lightweight comp toe work shoe that's as stylish as it is durable and dependable.

The Midsole is made with a removable polyurethane, Poron insole. And the final selling point for women is the ankle collar and tongue, made with a fantastic lightweight cushioning pad.

It's time to think outside the box with the penultimate entrant of Caterpillars in this review. At first glance, the Caterpillar Women's Array Comp Toe/Pink Work Shoe looks like a phenomenally stylish athletic or running shoe.

The thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) cage and breathable nylon upper looks simply gorgeous, so much so, you feel like slipping them on and hitting the running track. And that's precisely what Caterpillar wants you to feel, yet they know that you instead of the path, you're heading to the job site where hazards are prevalent, and a top-notch comp work toe safety shoe, is what you need.

So they've jam-packed this shoe with the features you need for the protection your feet deserve and require. The shoe is ultra-lightweight, soft, and comfortable. Yet the toe box is made with a nanocomposite and carbon fiber to meet and exceed government standards and requirements set down by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) for impact and compression.

The slip-resistant technology utilized by the Caterpillar Women's Array Comp Toe work shoe is exemplary as it will keep you upright on wet and oily surfaces and provides the ultimate in exceptional traction. The lightweight cushioning and support is afforded by the dual-density ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) midsole. It's foot-hugging comfortable like you're walking on clouds.

Avenger's lone entrant on the list is the Avenger CT Slip-Resistant Metal-Free Oxford Women's Oxford, a traditional-looking work shoe which should satisfy those who need black or brown, leather shoes as part of a work uniform or equipment/shoe requirements in the warehouse or on the job site.

The stylish comp toe work shoe is as comfortable and rugged as it looks, with traditional lacing, with a five-eyelet lace-up closure system, and full-grain, all-leather upper designed and constructed to last you a long time It's the perfect composite toe work shoe for any general work conditions for warehouse jobs or at the job site.

The outer sole is made of an advanced rubber material which meets and exceeds government guidelines for slip-resistance set down by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM). It will keep you standing solidly on wet and oily surfaces.

The cushioned insole is designed to provide you with exceptional comfort the whole day and the nylon shank added to the midsole was designed and created for increased support and dependability. This shoe was also constructed with no exposed metal, so if you work in a place that has scratch-free requirements, you are 100 percent covered.

As we wind up this review list, look who decides to check in. Reebok's lone entrant proves the point that the company knows more than just athletic shoes.

The Reebok Women's Tyak Work Shoes Composite Safety Toe - Rb417 is a beautiful and traditional looking work boot (well, they call it a shoe, but it looks like a boot) that has the feel of an exceptional athletic shoe, packed with safety and protection features to perform for you wonderfully in the warehouse, or on the job site.

It's the perfect accompaniment to any work uniform requirements (if you need to wear black or brown shoes) and will provide your feet the protection they need when it counts.

The safety features meet and exceed government standards as set down by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM). This includes the composite toe box, tested to withstand the harshest compression and impact standards.

The advanced technology used with the outer rubber sole is designed for the best slip-resistance available, to include wet and oily surfaces and conditions. Reebok did so because they want your feet protected (and the rest of you), particularly if you need to be quick on your feet.

The insert is removable and comfortable with the mesh lining, and polyurethane cushion attests to. The upper is constructed of the best, full-grain leather for long-lasting durability.

It only fits that the last spot on the list is occupied by the shoe manufacturer that dominates the list: Caterpillar. So lets wind things up with the Caterpillar Women's Chromatic Comp Toe Work Shoe, Maui Blue, 5 M US. This composite toe work shoe was designed and constructed to look and feel like an athletic Oxford.

So much so, Caterpillar put in its ease comfort technology, which is a nod to their motto of strength, integrity, and honest work. Which is fitting considering Caterpillar built its reputation as the world's leading manufacturer of heavy equipment and vehicles.

The upper is reflective and made with a combination of materials such as polyurethane (PU) Nubuck leather and mesh. The outer sole is constructed to meet and exceed the government standards developed by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) for slip-resistance, primarily against wet and oily surfaces, and conditions.

It also protects against electrical hazards and other hazards such as nails and sharp objects with the nifty feature of having a puncture-resistant plate. It's also designed to be non-metallic, so all workplace requirements for scratch-resistance are also met.

How about we start off the women's portion of this review list of the Top 10 Best Composite Toe Work Shoes for Women with a bang? Not only is the Nautilus 1845 ESD Comp Toe Waterproof No Exposed Metal Hiking Shoe a stylish and gorgeous looking shoe, but it's that rare shoe which is designed for hiking, but also serves as an excellent composite toe work shoe for women.

A unique combination of support, durability, and comfort, the Nautilus 1845 displays all the features you'd expect in a safety work shoe as well as the ideal fit and comfort you dream about. These claims are backed up by extensive testing done by the government's American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM).

The standards they set down are met and exceeded when it comes to the slip- and oil-resistant stabilizer outer sole, the electrostatic dissipating (ESD) technology, and the composite toe safety cap, which withstands compression and impact.

The removable insole is made with an anti-fatigue polyurethane technology for advanced comfort and fit. Another exceptional feature is this composite toe work shoe for women is 100 percent metal free, so the no exposed metal will meet any scratch-resistant workplace requirements. Finally, it's waterproof as the full-grain Nubuck leather upper attests.

Maybe men don't care about how shoes look (well, some anyway), but why can't there be a composite toe work shoe (for women) that performs superbly and looks great, too? Well, checking in at number two on our is this diamond: the Nautilus 2155 Women's Comp Toe Light Weight Slip Resistant Safety Toe Athletic Shoe.

This beauty is work-ready durable allowing you to get ready for the compliments. It's upper is constructed with a nylon-coated mesh combined with action leather for a form-fitting, snug fit, and extremely durable, ready for the inevitable abuse only found on a job site.

Of course, since this is a list of composite toe work shoes for women, let's talk about the advanced technology in the toe box (or cap). This cap meets and exceeds government standards set down by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) to handle the most severe compression and impact.

The shoe also meets and exceeds ASTM standards for slip-resistance (slip- and oil-resistant) and scratch-resistance (no exposed metal). The midsole is made with ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) which allows for an extraordinary athletic shoe feel and supreme comfort.

It's no secret that a women's physiology is different than men's. Especially when it comes to feet. Arch problems and water-retention can cause swelling and foot problems, so a comfortable pair of work shoes is arguably more imperative for a woman than a man.

We did say arguably, so moving on. Caterpillar dominates this list, and for a good reason. They have designers for men's composite toe work shoes and women's composite toe work shoes because they understand their customer base. And since this includes folks (men and women) who spend an inordinate amount of time at a job site, comfort is king.

So the Caterpillar Women's Chromatic Comp Toe Work Shoe is a far superior work shoe, an athletic Oxford when it comes to ease comfort technology, but also a comp toe work shoe that meets and exceeds American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) government standards.

It has a puncture-resistant plate; an upper made with reflective materials that also allows for little to no 'break-in' time. While the look and feel of these exceptional shoes are casual and comfortable, they perform on the job site as you'd hope a shoe of this caliber would.

Carolina may be on to something with the next entrant of the list. The Carolina Women's Crazy Horse Comp Toe/ED/Slip Resistant Slip On Oxford more than capitalizes on the popularity of the slip-on (Crocs?) by taking the advanced technology of the best comp toe work shoes and uses them to create a nifty slip-on work shoe that not only is sturdy, snug-fit comfortable, but stylish, durable, and exceptionally safety-conscious.

Slip-em on and go, indeed. Carolina utilizes a fantastic Crazy Horse leather material for the upper, which, let's face it, looks merely fantastic.

It also has all the safety features and meets and exceeds government standards as set down by the American Society of Testing and Materials. So there's the ESD technology (electro-static dissipative), non-metallic shank and non-metallic hardware, a composite toe safety cap which guards against impact and compression, and of course, it's exceptionally slip- and oil-resistant.

The Carolina Women's Crazy Horse Comp Toe/ED/Slip Resistant Slip On Oxford also offers an AG7 pillow-cushion insole with an adoringly comfortable, airy, snug fit for step-by-step comfort. This is a very versatile and crafty, safety composite work shoe.