Most parents have heard of excellent Finnish boots or, in other words, Kuoma boots. But the price for this brand is too high and fluctuates around five thousand rubles. Can other shoe manufacturers offer cheaper Kuoma counterparts and will they be as good as the original?
A few words about the features of Finnish boots
Kuoma describes its winter boots as warm and light. They can withstand temperatures down to -40 degrees, which is important under the weather conditions of the northern regions. The toe of such boots is equipped with a special moisture-resistant insert, so that they do not get wet in wet weather. The outsole is extremely durable and insulating, absorbs movement and does not slip even on ice. There are reflective elements for safety. Most of the winter models are made of ultra-modern artificial materials. In 2017, boots with natural fur appeared.
But do not forget about the main rule of wearing any membrane things, including "Kuoma": do not wear clothes from under the membranenatural fabrics, only synthetics.
What are the analogues of Kuoma boots from other manufacturers?
Kuoma felt boots conquer with their quality characteristics, but their prices are getting higher every season. Not every parent wants to spend 5,000 rubles on just one winter. After all, a child's foot grows very quickly. The most popular children's analogues of "Kuoma" of both Russian and foreign manufacturers are Demar, Zebra, Bebendorff, Nordman and Twins. But each of them has its own characteristics and differences from the original.
Demar boots
Perhaps this is the most common option, corresponding to "Kuome". The Polish company has been producing Demar children's shoes for 20 years. The lineup is varied. "Demar" is not only in the winter, but also in the demi-season version. There are several models of boots that look like "Kuoma".
Features and differences of "Demar":
- The main feature is the materials from which they are made. Unlike Kuoma, Demar uses natural sheepskin as a heater. The fibers in the boots are intertwined in such a way as to warm and retain heat inside as best as possible. With such shoes, you can safely wear woolen or cotton socks. But for Kuoma, the manufacturer recommends products made only from artificial materials.
- According to the manufacturer, the weight of any pair of this Kuoma analogue is no more than 500 g.
- Like the original model, all Demar pairs are covered with a special water-repellent layer that preventsmoisture penetration into the boots. They can be worn even in slush.
- The sole is made of thermoplastic rubber, has a corrugated non-slip surface. Stays flexible in sub-zero temperatures.
- Reflective elements included.
- The temperature regime is declared up to -35 degrees Celsius. That is, 5 degrees less than Kuoma, which can be worn up to -40.
- Reviews of the analogue of "Kuoma" are excellent. Most parents praise the quality and durability. But the cost of the products of this company is at the level of the cost of the original Finnish shoes.
Despite the price, this brand is popular in Russia. It is willingly taken for adults and children of all ages by lovers of natural materials. Demar has all the advantages of Kuoma. Its main difference is sheepskin insulation. If you don't trust synthetic materials, then this brand is for you.
Zebra winter boots
Zebra is the Russian equivalent of Kuoma.
Features:
- The cost is almost two times lower than the original "Kuoma": within 3.5 thousand rubles.
- Insulation and insole, just like in the boots from the company "Demar", is made of natural material - wool.
- Judging by the reviews, it is inconvenient for buyers to use a double dimensional grid. When buying, please note that these boots are about one and a half times larger than standard boots.
- These models get wet in the slush but keep you warm in the cold winter.
For a budget purchase, a good option, taking into account the anatomicalfeatures of children's feet and Russian winters.
Bebendorff boots
"Bebendorf" - shoes made in Belarus. The cost is about 3.5 thousand rubles.
Features:
- From "Kuoma" these couples have only their appearance. But the composition is completely natural, not counting the very bottom. These are literally felt boots with wool insulation on polyurethane soles.
- No membrane, but the toe box is finished with the same material as the sole. This prevents the boots from getting wet even during high humidity, but only if the baby does not step into a very deep puddle. Under "Bebendorf" you can wear any socks, including wool.
- On the insole is natural fur, not felt. But the heel is not insulated.
- Zipper on many styles.
- Look bulky, sequins and other design elements fall off easily.
- There are a lot of negative reviews that indicate that the felt and the sole are cracking. There is a lot of insulation on the shaft, but not enough in the foot area.
Conclusion: an inferior analogue of "Kuoma" - more felt boots, not membrane shoes.
Nordman
Despite the English name, these boots are from Russia. In the production, the features of the anatomy of children's legs, weather and temperature conditions are taken into account. The cost is around 4 thousand rubles.
Features of the Nordman models:
- This analogue of Kuoma shoes is exceptionally warm. Manufacturers recommend wearing them in frosts from -5 to -10 degrees and below, otherwise the child risks sweating.
- Top processedwaterproof impregnation, and the toe is protected by a polyurethane insert.
- Fur insole. Mixed insulation: wool - 80%, synthetic materials - 20%.
- PU rubber outsole is quite soft and flexible. The company pays special attention to the production of the sole, it is absolutely without glue, seams and joints. It is cast by special equipment.
- About the size: a little small, so you should take it with a margin.
- These boots, unlike Kuoma and Demar, cannot be machine washed.
- Most of the reviews are positive, confirming the warmth and good quality of Nordman.
Excellent models for northern frosts. In wet weather, you can also walk in them - they will not get wet. But still, they are too hot for zero temperatures when puddles appear.
Twins shoes
These models are not well represented in our market and are made in China. The price of Twins is only about 2 thousand rubles. Judging by the reviews, the models are quite warm and waterproof. The insole consists entirely of sheep's wool, and the insulation is 80% natural material, and 20% synthetic. There is a Velcro fastener for more convenient use. Buyers note a poorly flexible sole and some prickly wool inside the boots. There are reflective elements.
According to reviews, this is a great model of winter shoes for children for such a low price.
In closing
All of the above companies have models, outwardlycompletely repeating Finnish boots. But no one has a complete analogue of Kuoma. All shoes are different in one way or another. As for insulation, only a Finnish company offers fully synthetic materials.
