The L.L. Bean Duck Boots are praised for their excellent craftsmanship, durability, and ability to keep feet dry in wet or rainy conditions. However, sizing can be tricky, with some customers needing to order a size down from their normal shoe size. Additionally, the included shoelaces are reported to be too short, requiring customers to purchase replacement laces. While the boots are generally well-suited for wet weather, some customers wish they were available in more color options beyond the standard blue.
I wear these to walk my dogs. They are perfect to the wet grass in the morning. They will also be nice for light snow. I light the fit and will be able to add a heavier sock as the
NGP13
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September 27, 2026
Great rain shoe but…
Fit - Width: True to size
Great shoe! Nice height for rain shoe but laces are kinda short.
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September 24, 2026
Great boot/shoe
Size Purchased: 9
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Very happy I got these on sale when I did. I ordered my regular size shoe and they fit perfect.
17762A
central Illinois
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 20, 2026
I want more like this!
Size Purchased: 7 1/2
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I prefer this style because my feet seem to be shrinking as I get older. I appreciate that I can tie these to keep them to my feet; the moc slip ons just won’t stay on. I ordered
ImpossibleGirl
NH
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 30, 2026
Almos Perfect
Size Purchased: 7 1/2
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I bought this several weeks ago and have not yet worn as it is a blazing hot summer at the moment. The sale was good and it will eventually rain and get cooler so I can't really co
LP77
Greenville SC
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 27, 2026
Comfortable and fit well
Size Purchased: 8
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I bought these about a month ago. Didn’t really know if I liked them when I got them. Now, I love them! I wear them in and around my horse barn. When I have to go get the horses
Robin
Maine
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 21, 2026
Comfy
Fit - Width: True to size
First pair I’ve ever purchased so far so good I look forward to using them after summer
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 28, 2026
Durable with long life !
Size Purchased: 5
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Bought my first pair of Gumshoes in 1980 ! They just wore out this winter, 46 years of perfection ! New ones fit perfect and comfy ! Remember to order a half size down for the righ
Mum26
South Shore MA
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 3, 2026
Overall disappointed in the quality
Size Purchased: 6
Fit - Width: True to size
The tongue of the boot is too short, and tends to disappear into the shoe when I put it on. The shoelaces supplied were too short, so I had to purchase a longer pair. The shoe do
Yankee Gardener
CT
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March 22, 2026
Fit - Width: Too wide
Too large, too wide. Cute shoe but not a good ideafit.
cher30
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February 10, 2026
Gumshoes that work!
Size Purchased: EU 39
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I was super hesitant about these because they didn’t feel right. But once I broke em in, a game changer! I do not take footwear lightly. I’m very picky and deliberate about my purc
Sukoshi
Minneapolis
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 4, 2026
Great boots
Size Purchased: 7
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I bought these for my sister who lives in Texas. She loves these and wears them often.
Neva
San Diego but bought for sister in Texas
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 1, 2026
Bean Boots are a great investment
Size Purchased: 8
Fit - Width: True to size
Still made in USA! Excellent craftsmanship, fits well.
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★★★★★★★★★★
November 23, 2025
Boots cost
Size Purchased: 10
Fit - Width: Too wide
I had to return the boots. The boots ran to wide. The cut of the boots are off a man's size in Width. The heel is to wide. I had down sized in length. It didn't work out. The LLBea
Kathy
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★★★★★★★★★★
November 22, 2025
great boots, but short laces!
Size Purchased: 6 1/2
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Nice boots - sized down for a perfect fit . . .
BUT, about the laces: the included laces are barely long enough to tie. The need to purchase replacement laces for a brand new pair
penny
Ohio
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★★★★★★★★★★
November 22, 2025
Love these boots, however need 32” laces
Size Purchased: 8
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I love these LLBean boots. I wear them every day to take my dog out in the yard. However, I need to slip into these boots quickly and prefer a classic Eastland knot. I was bummed t
bernedoodleMom
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★★★★★★★★★★
November 19, 2025
Lovely shoes
Fit - Width: Slightly narrow
Used for: Casual or Every Day
My feet were too wide for these otherwise wonderful shoes, unfortunately, and I had to return them.
Vermont dog walker
Westford VT
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★★★★★★★★★★
November 19, 2025
Love these shoes
Size Purchased: 6
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day
I can’t stand walking around in wet shoes. These are perfect for a rainy day and very comfortable if you are on your feet a lot.
KimG
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October 11, 2025
Well made rain boots
Fit - Width: True to size
Well made boots. But seams slightly irritated my foot. Maybe with thicker socks this wouldn’t be an issue.
Jackhiker
Sonoma, CA
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October 9, 2025
Great shoes, good advice on size.
Size Purchased: 5 1/2
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Travel
Great shoes. I was a little hesitant to purchase given the advice related to shoe size. I highly recommend that anyone purchasing these shoes pay attention to the size. My normal s
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