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Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Women's Rugged Wellie® Chelsea Boots, Waterproof Rubber Pull-On
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What customers say:
The LL Bean Wellie Chelsea Boots receive mixed reviews. Many customers find the boots comfortable, waterproof, and suitable for everyday wear and light outdoor activities. However, some report quality and durability issues, with the boots cracking, splitting, or falling apart after a few months of use. Proper sizing is important to avoid fit problems. While the boots work well for some, the inconsistent quality suggests customers may need to try multiple pairs to find one that lasts.
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October 1, 2026
Should be easier to put on
Size Purchased: 8
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I REALLY wanted waterproof easy footwear for wet grass and mud for my outdoor activities. One problem for me is that the pull-on loops are too small to get my fingers into easily.
Paacific Northwest
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October 1, 2026
Nope
Comfortable footbed but narrow in the toes and around the ankles. Wore them for a day long outing with short socks and the left boot cut into my ankle. Wish I could return them.
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September 28, 2026
The sole split
Size Purchased: 7 1/2
Used for: Casual or Every Day
The sole split after a dozen wares. I did really like them prior to this.
Auburn, Ma
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September 25, 2026
Broke Immediately
Size Purchased: 9
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I've worn these twice, and in those two wears the elastic on the inner side of the ankle pulled away on both boots. I'm so disappointed.
Malvern, PA
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September 2, 2026
Back tab immediately ripped out
Size Purchased: 8
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Camping
I got mine today, and the tab in the back pretty much immediately ripped out as I was pulling them on. Pretty disappointed. I put on the other one and it was certainly comfortable,
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September 6, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
We're sorry to hear the tab ripped so quickly and understand your disappointment. One of our team members will be reaching out shortly to help.
Pittsburgh, PA
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September 1, 2026
Great Until…
Size Purchased: 8 1/2
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I bought these about 1.5 years ago for work. I’d only wear them if it was raining or snowing, so I’d say they got about 10-20 total wears. I received many compliments on them, they
Worcester, MA
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August 27, 2026
Not even a year old!
Size Purchased: 8 1/2
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I purchased a pair of these boots in late October 2025. I wore them every day to walk my puppy in our field. About a month ago, my feet started feeling wet while walking and I disc
Response from L.L.Bean
September 1, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
We're sorry to learn you had this issue with these boots. We stand behind the products we sell and want our customers to be satisfied with the quality of the items purchased from us. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you.
Columbus, OH
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August 20, 2026
I was skeptical but a great boot so far!
Size Purchased: 8
Ive been looking for an ankle high boot for those dewy mornings and rainy summer days. Something also nice enough to wear to town. I wanted a neoprene boot but had some difficultie
Central NY
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July 31, 2026
Size Purchased: 7
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I love this boot for the summer rain. I wear it when I go puddle splashing with my grandson. They aren't too warm for the summer rains so they are really nice. The only reason I di
western mass
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July 28, 2026
Seam will come apart
Size Purchased: 8
Used for: Casual or Every Day
These are my favorite shoes. Currently working to glue the seam closed because I love the shoes. Seams at the crease wear I walk aren't holding and there's holes in both shoes. I'v
Response from L.L.Bean
August 2, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Thank you for leaving a review. We're very sorry to hear about the issues with the boots. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you shortly.
Richmond
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July 11, 2026
Shoes
Size Purchased: 8
These shoes are the best options to plan ahead for the fall wearing season
IA
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June 10, 2026
Disappointing
Size Purchased: 8
I wanted to live these but as others have mentioned, the seam came apart and are now NOT waterproof.
Hopefully they fix this issue.
I won’t be purchasing them again.
Response from L.L.Bean
June 11, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service Team
We are sorry to hear that these boots did not hold up as expected. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you shortly.
Boise
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May 21, 2026
HORRIBLE QUALITY
These boots are very poorly made. Been working in them for 3 days and they have completely broken and torn apart. Extremely dissatisfied and disappointed.
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May 13, 2026
Gr8
Very comfortable. Rugged sole / good traction perfect in
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April 30, 2026
Poor Quality
Size Purchased: 10
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Read through reviews before purchasing. Purchased in October, wore a handful of times and seal is split on L and R boot at exact spot. Discovered when wearing when it rained the o
Victor, NY
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April 30, 2026
Not my favorite
Size Purchased: 9 1/2
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Returned since after less than a week one of the loops to help pull the boots on pulled out. Overall I know that LL Bean has a good make and I probably just got unlucky.
Canton, NY
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April 26, 2026
Too narrow
Size Purchased: 9
Used for: Travel
Too narrow for my foot, unfortunately. Needed to return.
Phoenix AZ
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April 8, 2026
Comfortable, excellent quality and stylish
These boots are perfect for cold rain in the spring!
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April 7, 2026
Waterproof Wellie Boots
Size Purchased: 8
Used for: Travel, Hiking
I bought these boots for our upcoming trip to Alaska in September. They look classy once on and fit well, but they are quite hard to slip on your feet. They also feel best with soc
Colorado
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April 7, 2026
Perfect for my trip to Spain
Size Purchased: 8 1/2
Used for: Travel, Hiking
I bought these boots Especially for My trip to Spain and trucking around The hilly Country . Luckily we ran into no rain and they worked out perfectly for Walking And sightseeing .
Florida
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