Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof
Exact average 85.2 · 4 printed, 4 estimated · printed scores only: 86
OutdoorGearLab's review has no printed score; we read it as 70/100. The other 7 average 87.
Image: Merrell8 professional reviewers tested the Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof, and 7 recommend it. Most praised: value for money and comfort. Most common complaint: size and weight.
Reviewed by CleverHiker, Switchback Travel, Outdoor Adept and 5 more
The catch: It is heavy for its height, and traction is only average.
4 of these 8 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.
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What 8 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 94CleverHiker
A budget-friendly boot with instant comfort and reliable traction that suits day hikes and short backpacking trips.
Read CleverHiker review - 92Switchback Travel
A very comfortable, proven day-hiking boot at a standout price that needs almost no break-in.
Read Switchback Travel review - 88Outdoor Adept
A reliable, comfortable and good-value hiking boot with a wide toe box, somewhat heavy and warm but still a strong entry-level choice.
Read Outdoor Adept review - 70OutdoorGearLab
A comfortable, affordable and versatile boot that earns its keep for new hikers, though it ranked mid-pack.
Read OutdoorGearLab review - 89est.Trail & Kale
Planted, comfortable and dependable for day hikes and light backpacking, with no break-in needed.
Read Trail & Kale review - 83est.NBC Select
Billed as a top-rated classic, backed by a staffer who has worn the boots for roughly five years in snow and mud and trusts their support.
Read NBC Select review - 83est.The Strategist
The Moab line is the top women's hiking pick: waterproof, sturdy, affordable and needing little break-in.
Read The Strategist review - 83est.Gear Patrol
Selected as the best budget hiking boot: a dependable, comfortable and waterproof boot at a fair price.
Read Gear Patrol review
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Common questions
Is the Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof worth it?
Most critics think so: 7 of 8 recommend it. It is heavy for its height, and traction is only average.
Do critics agree about the Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof?
One critic disagrees: scores range from 70 (OutdoorGearLab) to 94 (CleverHiker), a spread of 24 points across 8 reviews. OutdoorGearLab's review has no printed score; we read it as 70/100. The other 7 average 87.
What do critics dislike about the Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof?
Size and weight (5 of 8 reviews), Heavy (4 of 8 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof?
The Hoka Kaha 3 GTX (critic score 90), top pick, narrowly.