Aigle is a popular brand with many of our Mumsnetters for both kids' and adults' wellies. They come quite high up the calf but remain lightweight, making them an ideal option for particularly messy or wet outings. Not only is the material light, but reviewers also noted that it was more flexible than other brands, particularly around the calf. Before you hit 'add to basket', these are a few things you may wish to consider when selecting a quality pair of wellies for your child. I like Hatley wellies for my four-year-old. Some of them are colour changing and they're lovely patterns. Last well too, as does the rest of their rainwear."(Recommended by mumsnet user LBOCS2) Price: Playing in the mud shouldn’t have to cost the earth and with little feet getting bigger everyday it’s worth taking into consideration how much you want to spend. If you’ve got a toddler who is only going to wear them for short periods of time then one of our cheaper recommendations is probably all you need. However, older children who may be wearing them for longer periods of time may require something that’s a little more hardwearing and therefore more expensive. Many of our Mumsnetters chose to pay a little more for a more durable brand and then either passed them down the line to younger children or sold them online after they’d finished with them. The brand probably most synonymous with the wellington boot is Hunter. A trusted brand, Hunter have been keeping feet dry for nearly 100 years.

We have had Sainsbury's wellies for four years and never had a problem.” (Brand tried and tested by Mumsnet user SquirtleSquad) The main problem with wellies when it comes to newly toddling toddlers is the fact that they can be very heavy for little feet. Wellies also tend to be roomier and don’t support the ankle like trainers and shoes do.Snow boots or fleece-lined wellies may also provide a snugger fit and more support. However, if it’s just a romp through a muddy forest or a spot of puddle jumping this probably isn’t something you need to worry about. Should you go up a size in wellies? IDEAL FOR: Indoor cleanroom environments where a high standard of hygiene is important such as food preparation, medical, and pharmaceutical PROTECTION: Steel toe cap protects against impact from falling objects and against compression, giving 200 Joules of protection - equivalent to a weight of 1.5 tonnes resting on the toe area and protective steel midsole to objects penetrating from below and piercing your foot, such as nails, glass shards and more. A high level of slip resistance means you won't slip over in muddy/adverse conditions, with an anti-static and fuel oil resistant sole The combination of assured quality whilst remaining cheaper than some of the other well-known brands made the Crocs a clear winner in our eyes. Why you should trust us Material: Most wellies are made from rubber or PVC. Rubber tends to cost more but it will mould to your child’s feet and legs through time and as it’s a more malleable material it may offer more comfort. Neoprene is a synthetic form of rubber, think wetsuit material. It is more lightweight than traditional rubber and can often be warmer. Some of our featured brands such as Aigle and Hunter have introduced wellies made from natural rubber which, whilst more expensive, is a more ethical choice of material.

Lining: If you want something a little warmer or with more support it’s worth investing in wellies that are lined. Some have removable lining which can be taken out during warmer weather or to allow you to get a little more wear out of them. Although very reasonably priced, the price does seem to jump a little when you’re not buying in the infant sizes so be mindful of this if you’re buying for older children Pros The rip-tab adjustments makes these boots easy to get on and off and, as they’re designed for the snow, they have good grip on the treads too. Just be aware that they’re not ideal for spring and summer, so a traditional welly will be better during these months. Pros Whether your child adores a muddy walk, loves a trip to the beach or quite simply enjoys a spot of good, old fashioned puddle jumping, wellies need to be a firm staple in every little explorer’s wardrobe. But not all wellingtons are created equally and, where one pair will work well until your child outgrows them, others may allow water leakage and are best to be avoided.STEEL TOE CAP: Protects against impact from falling objects and against compression, giving 200 Joules of protection - equivalent to dropping 20kg from a height of 1m or a weight of 1.5 tonnes resting on the toe area