Darn Tough

Darn Tough manufactures socks that should be tough enough to last you a lifetime. In our opinion, the socks really are darn tough and great quality. They are slightly less comfortable than other socks, especially when comparing to other high quality hiking socks. They are however still very comfortable and definitely a lot tougher.

The main downside of these high quality socks is the price. At around $25 a pair they are over 10 times more expensive than some pairs of cheap socks. This is why some people advocate to just buy more pairs of cheaper socks, which is worse for the environment but valid when looking to save money.

At this pricepoint, there are some things to be aware of. First, watch out for counterfeit. Buying directly from the official site is the safest option. Second, losing a pair of expensive Darn Tough socks really sucks. Finally, you should know that other high quality socks are just as expensive. The benefit of Darn Tough is that they come with a lifetime warranty which will always be honored. This makes your purchase of 10 pairs for $250 a buy once, cry once experience.

When it comes to ethical engagements, Darn Tough is committed to delivering quality work in a sustainable way. Their socks are all hand-made Vermont, US with responsibly sourced materials. They have an open and inclusive company culture and sponsor the Vermont Foodbank in their fight against food insecurity with the Knit To Give initiative.

Ratings

Overall: 9.0

Durability: 9.5

Ethics: 8.0