The 7 Best Boot Dryers in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks

Soggy shoes are not only uncomfortable, but also dangerous. Damp conditions are the perfect breeding ground for mold, bacteria, and foot fungi that will ruin your shoes and compromise your health. Since there’s not always enough time or daylight to dry your shoes in the sun, you might want to invest in a boot dryer to tackle your soaked shoe situation. We’ve reviewed the best boot dryers this year based on price, efficiency, customer reviews, and the best intended use. Here are our top 7 favorites with more pro tips on how to pick out the best boot dryer for your needs.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites in 2024

Rating	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		MaxxDry Heavy-Duty Boot, Shoe, and Glove Dryer (2 Pairs)	Dries 2 pair of shoes in under 3 hours Features a heat or no heat setting Mostly 5-star reviews	CHECK PRICE
Best Value		JobSite Original Shoe and Boot Dryer Electric Warmer Ultra Silent	Affordable Positive reviews Completely dries shoes in 12 hours or less	CHECK PRICE
Premium Choice		PEET, Advantage Plus 4-Shoe Electric Shoe and Boot Dryer	Dries 2 pair of shoes in 4 hours or less Heat with fan, or no-heat setting Automatically shuts off after 4 hours	CHECK PRICE
		PEET, GO! Portable 2-Shoe Electric Dryer	Solid reputation Portable Cheap	CHECK PRICE
		PEET, Portable 2-Shoe Propane Powered Dryer	Good for situations without electricity Compact Typically dries within 3-4 hours	CHECK PRICE

The 7 Best Boot Dryers

1. MaxxDry Heavy-Duty Boot, Shoe, and Glove Dryer (2 Pairs) – Best Overall

While most boot dryers take 4+ hours to dry a single pair of boots, you can achieve a 2-for-1 special with our best overall choice for boot dryers this year. This model can dry two pairs of damp shoes in as little as an hour. However, if they’re completely soaked, it might take up to 3 hours. Conveniently, there’s a 3-hour automatic timer if you prefer to set it and forget it.

An overwhelming majority of users give this product 5 stars. We like how it dries shoes quickly and efficiently. It even has a heat or no heat setting, which sets it apart from most. While this unit is pricey with only a 1-year warranty, we don’t see many complaints about this product, so we’d feel safe taking the risk.

2. JobSite Original Shoe and Boot Electric Dryer Ultra Silent– Best Value

If you’re looking for a low-budget option that still gets the job done, JobSite is the way to go. As our best boot dryer for the money option, this product is listed for under $40 on Amazon. It garners mostly 5-star reviews despite its low price.

The drying time seems to vary depending on the sogginess of the shoe. This unit will heat dry boots in 30 minutes, dry damp boots in 8 hours, or completely restore a pair of soaking shoes overnight.

While not the best option for quick drying, or multiple pairs, we think JobSite is a great budget choice for a single worker or a college student who needs a dependable unit without scraping out a ton of cash.

3. PEET, Advantage Plus 4-Shoe Dryer with Fan & Heat – Premium Choice

As our premium choice, PEET Advantage allows you to dry two pairs of shoes at once in under 4 hours. You can use heat and fan mode, or the no-heat setting. There isn’t an on/off switch, which can be good or bad depending on your lifestyle. On the plus side, you can set it and forget it since this unit reliably dries in 4 hours or less. However, it’s not beneficial if you like to wake up to warm shoes on a brisk morning because it’ll turn off automatically after 240 minutes.

This unit comes with a 5-year warranty if you register the product within 10 days after purchase. Since this is the most expensive model on our list, we’d recommend taking full advantage of that offer.

4. PEET, GO! Portable 2-Shoe Electric Dryer with Vehicle Power Adapter

You can slip these dryers into your shoes while you’re on your lunch break for relief from the cold or use them while you’re traveling to dry your shoes overnight or on the road. These are the only boot dryers on our list that can be powered by a 12-volt cigarette lighter, which makes them our #1 choice for portability.

We were shocked at the relatively high price given their small size, but you’re paying for the convenience of being able to use them in a wall outlet and on the highway. Also, according to the reviews, you won’t have to buy a new unit anytime soon. Users claim that their dryers have been working for years, and they’re backed by a five-year warranty.

5. PEET, Portable 2-Shoe Propane Powered Dryer

No one wants soggy boots, even while roughing it in the wilderness. However, sometimes you might not have enough time before your next adventure to let your shoes dry off in the midday sun. This portable boot dryer by PEET runs off of propane gas instead of electricity, which makes it our prime choice for primitive camping.

Most users say their shoes were dry within 3-4 hours, which is decently fast. A handful of reviewers complained that it wasn’t efficient, but they were outweighed by the vast majority who considered that this boot dryer performed a job well done.

This dryer uses approximately 16 oz. of propane each hour. While propane is relatively inexpensive, you may have to pay a little more up front for the dryer itself. It’s pricey, costing more than most that we reviewed. Additionally, its compact design allows it to dry only one pair at a time. While we love the portability for hiking, you may need to invest in another unit if you’re hiking with a friend.

6. PEET, 2-Shoe Electric Shoe and Boot Dryer and Warmer

Known as the original boot dryer, this model by PEET has a solid reputation of slow and steady work. It’s backed by a 25-year warranty and lots of positive feedback to boot. One Amazon user testified that they used this dryer night and day for 26 years before it finally stopped working.

At under $50, it’s modestly priced. It’s cheap and energy-efficient to run, too, since it only pulls 110-120 volts. The convection technology gently warms your shoes, which is good if you have boots made out of leather or other fine-quality materials that don’t hold up well under extreme temperatures.

However, this isn’t the boot dryer for you if you’re in a hurry. Based on the product description and reviews, you can expect this boot dryer to take all night to get the job done, but it’ll be worth it in the morning when you sink your toes into nice and toasty shoes.

7. DryGuy DX Forced Air Boot Dryer and Garment Dryer

You can keep the whole family’s shoes dry with this powerful dryer. Dry time varies, but it seems like most shoes dry within 5 hours, which is pretty good considering it’s working on two pairs simultaneously. The maximum temperature is only 105℉, and there’s also a no-heat setting if you’re worried about ruining your nice shoes.

We’re a little hesitant about this dryer because it’s nearly $100 and there’s only a 1-year warranty, but most customer reviews are highly positive, so we’d be willing to give it a go. Which, speaking of going, this dryer would probably be best as a stationary unit since it weighs 5 lbs.

Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Best Boot Dryers

Let’s be honest. Shopping for boot dryers isn’t as much fun as shoe shopping. It’s not particularly thrilling or addictive, and thankfully, there aren’t quite as many overwhelming options for boot dryers as there are shoes. However, boot dryers will help you keep your perfect pair in tip-top shape for longer use. Here are a few essential things to consider when looking for shoe dryer:

Drying Time

Some of the units we reviewed can have your cleats dry in as little as an hour, which is great for conditioning them before the game. Other units take a little longer, even overnight in some cases. PEETS Original, our most eco-friendly option, used 120 volts or less, but you’d have to wait until the next day for best results. You’ll need to consider your lifestyle and priorities to tell which model works best for you.

Power Source

Are you mostly planning on using your dryer while you put your feet up at home after a long day of work, or are you packing it to take on a primitive camping trip? Most of the dryers we reviewed work in standard electrical outlets, but one had the capability of using a cigarette lighter and another ran off of propane.

Capacity

If you only wear one pair of shoes per day, or have a back-up in case they get wet, you might be content to buy a compact boot dryer that’ll take care of a single pair of shoes at once. However, a busy soccer mom with four boys might want a fast, efficient dryer that’ll tackle multiple pairs simultaneously, such as the MaxxDry.

Conclusion

If you need to dry two pairs in a hurry, we recommend MaxxDry because it will take all of the moisture out of your shoes in 3 hours or less. As our budget choice, JobSite performs its task efficiently, completely drying shoes overnight for under $40. If you have a little more money to spend, PEET Advantage dries two pairs of shoes in only 1-4 hours, and it’s equipped with a 4-hour automatic shut off timer.

When shopping for boot dryers, note that most products are going to score better at either flexibility or speed. For example, while you can take your propane-fueled boot dryer to the middle of the forest, it might not be your fastest option. It’s up to you to choose the one that’s the best fit for your circumstances.

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