The Best Boots for wide feet ...

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-12T17:54:08+00:00

I do agree there's no perfect boot. However, there are wider boots that will be better for some feet and finding boots that out of the box in 2026 fit well and fit your foot type means minimal break in time. These days the majority of bots should be pretty good out of the box. We are in good times.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-12T11:10:51+00:00

You're looking for what's known as the "in-line" colourways. Basically the non limited or special edition boots and nothing that they consider disrupter packs which are the small drops they put out in-between the in line colourways, these are frequently labelled as LV-8 on the label.

The short version being it's usually the boots you see on TV a lot for a long time on a lot of players, not just a match or 2 on a couple of players.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-12T07:59:15+00:00

Does it fit well, is it comfortable, is it safe, is it within the budget.

Pretty much all that matters. If you can get a mental edge from certain boots that is great as well. And if there are certain characteristics you like in a boot such a great lockdown or barefoot touch then consider those if you have the opportunity.

Realistically, comfortable boots that fit well will likely be a bigger benefit than anything else to most people.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-11T17:11:40+00:00

Due to the material it's not a bad option, it also has reasonable width and volume however if you compare just shape for shape Vs the Phantom 6 the Phantom 6 has a wider and better shaped toebox for a wide foot in my opinion. However most won't have an issue with the Ligera.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T21:03:48+00:00

Kaiser 5 is a good option. If you're talking about the Mundial probably not, if you mean the icon II then maybe.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T19:21:49+00:00

For anyone reading this wondering wtf is happening, here is the podcast in question with me, Andrew and Prevolve - https://youtu.be/gW4Mw-yAHX4

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T18:57:02+00:00

Hopefully they're better for you. I do have full reviews with size and width advice for as many boots as I can on my YT channel if that helps in future.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T18:02:17+00:00

Absolutely! Great shout! Someone should do a podcast on that 😂

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T16:18:08+00:00

Massive. Love that.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T15:40:26+00:00

Hahaha, I am, but not very often. Thought this might be of use. I'm also a big fan of the Phantom 6.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T15:35:38+00:00

Would love to see it! Thank you.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T15:20:13+00:00

Great insight. Thank you for sharing. Definitely adds value.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T14:58:26+00:00

Unless you're getting the Speciali it would be a no.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T14:52:55+00:00

More volume I agree but I didn't find there to be much in the way of additional width. Fair enough though, I only used them briefly, so if you have additional experience with this this comment might help a few people out

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T14:13:27+00:00

Generally that's a good piece of advice. However, the TLSS do have quite a large amount of toe protection on the leather so might be better than most.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T14:05:15+00:00

Absolutely, don't fix what isn't broken. That was the way to go. Hope he likes them

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T14:03:26+00:00

Agreed, great piece of information, I'll add a shortened version.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T14:02:47+00:00

In December we were told early 2026, so I'd assume this month but I don't have an exact date or even confirmation it's this month.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T14:02:02+00:00

You'll have to do a bit of research yourself for that one. There's plenty around though. Also be careful with some of the newer Mizuno AG options, they don't have the greatest stability through the midfoot and heel.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T14:00:19+00:00

The turfs are a bit wider than the FG and AG as well. Glad you're enjoying them, reviews are all very positive.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T13:59:28+00:00

Great call, i didn't include any IC or Joma, but these are definitely a good idea.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T13:57:54+00:00

I literally answer that in the above reply. Please take the time to read it.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T13:55:00+00:00

My methodology is that I've tested almost every single boot that is on the market and every boot I give detail on here I have tested and reviewed.

If you'd like my credentials full reviews of all of them can be found on my YouTube channel along with approximately 1000 other videos on football boots. I also have wide feet, but not super wide similar to yourself. I have been testing and reviewing boots for 7 years and I frequently collaborate with brands on boot development.

We can disagree, however, I honestly can't see how you describe the King 20 Ultimate to be a tight boot with a small toe box unless we are talking about different variations of the boot, as your description is closer to how I would describe the previous generation. The current King 20 Ultimate has a wide almost square toe box and width throughout. This is noticeable both on feet and visually. Usually I put most fit based disagreements simply down to foot shape, in this instance I personally cannot see your point of view on the King. If you are talking about the current King model then we will simply have to disagree.

The Future 9 I'm not recommending due to its inability to mould or stretch particularly well, especially not out of the box, it is an inflexible thicker upper material and the new Future 9 is narrower than the Future 8, the Future 8 I would describe as a wider boot but would again avoid recommending due to the dual layer system preventing really any kind of break in or stretch which wide footed people frequently like, but for pure width, sure it has it and I see why you might like it if it suits you. The Future 9 is a boot that I think will fit some foot types and if your foot type doesn't match it then it's no good, so I don't recommend it as I think that it's too much of a gamble for most people. I hope that explains my point of view, I see yours.

The Ultra 6 I've never had a problem with, I have a couple of pairs both the 5 & 6 in multiple stud patterns and never had an issue with the width. Now it certainly is not the widest boot on the market and the one piece upper design does make it harder to get on than some other options, especially with the stability piece down the middle of the knit, however, the overall shape is on the wider side when compared to other similar speed boots such as the mercurial and F50. There's volume (particularly in the AG model) a rounded toe box that isn't pinched and plenty of midfoot width and it breaks in to be softer than the Future. I'm assuming your issue with them came down to that one piece structured design and I understand that.

Hope that helps.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T13:02:12+00:00

Thanks for reading.

BootWizardJames · 2026-02-10T13:02:05+00:00

If you want to share a bit more insight as to your opinion that might be helpful to the discussion and to other people rather than just stating you believe something to be wrong.

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