Workwear Comparisons: Boots, Hi-Vis, Jackets, Gloves & Brands
Workwear comparisons
Straight answers to the questions we get asked most: which boot class, which hi-vis class, which jacket, which glove and which brand. Each comparison has a table, a short verdict and FAQs.
- Boots
- Hi-vis
- Jackets
- Gloves
- Brands
All comparisons
S1P vs S3 safety boots
What the 2022 codes mean, S1PS and S3S, and when you need S7.
CompareSteel vs composite toe caps
Same 200 J protection; differences in weight, warmth and metal detectors.
CompareHi-vis Class 1 vs 2 vs 3
Minimum areas, typical uses and why a vest rarely reaches Class 3.
CompareSoftshell vs fleece vs waterproof
Warmth, wind and rain, plus what EN 343 numbers mean.
CompareWant the full standards?
Our standards guides go deeper into every code and class.
About these comparisons
What can I compare here?
Safety boot classes, toe caps, hi-vis classes, jacket types, glove coatings, two of our main brands and branding methods.
Are these comparisons based on standards?
Yes. Where we quote a number it comes from the standard or the manufacturer, and each page lists its sources. Guide ratings are clearly labelled.
I still cannot decide. Can you help?
Yes. Contact our team with your job, site rules and budget and we will suggest options.
Need a hand choosing?
Tell us what your team does and we will put together the right kit.