Reebok Work Men's Ketia RB4895 Work Shoe Review
The Reebok Work Men's Ketia RB4895 Work Shoe is engineered for professionals who demand performance without compromising on safety. This cross trainer is not only built to provide comfort, but also includes exceptional safety features such as an electrical hazard protection and an XTR Brand extra wide composite toe cap that meets ASTM F2413 standards. The shoe's upper combines durable leather and breathable mesh, ensuring your feet remain comfortable during long hours on the job.
Features
- Leather and mesh upper for durability, flexibility, and breathability
- Wrap-around external TPU stabilizer for enhanced stability
- XTR Brand composite safety toe cap that exceeds safety standards
- 100% Non-Metallic design for airport security friendliness
- Electrical Hazard Protection to prevent electrical injuries
Pros
- Exceptional comfort for extended wear
- Lightweight and flexible design
- Excellent protection with a composite toe cap
- Breathable materials prevent overheating
- Airport-friendly non-metallic construction
Cons
- May require a break-in period for optimal comfort
- Sizes may run larger than standard
Comparison With Other Similar Products
| Feature | Reebok Work Ketia RB4895 | Similar Product A | Similar Product B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety Toe Cap | XTR Composite | Steel Toe | Composite Toe |
| Electrical Hazard Protection | Yes | No | Yes |
| Weight | Lightweight | Moderate | Lightweight |
| Breathability | High | Medium | High |
Detailed Review
When it comes to work footwear, the Reebok Work Men's Ketia RB4895 excels across multiple performance categories.
Comfort: These shoes have been designed with prolonged use in mind. The leather and mesh combination provides necessary support while allowing airflow, keeping your feet fresh even during long shifts.
Safety Features: With its XTR brand extra wide composite toe cap, you can trust that your toes are well-protected from impacts and compression. Additionally, the electrical hazard protection feature offers peace of mind when working around electrical hazards.
Stability: The wrap-around TPU shank enhances stability, allowing for lateral and longitudinal support. This focus on stability is particularly important for those who navigate uneven surfaces or perform dynamic tasks at work.
Durability: Built with quality materials like suede leather, these shoes are made to withstand demanding work conditions without sacrificing comfort.
Detailed Rating
| Category | Score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort | 4.5/5 | Excellent cushioning and fit for all-day wear. |
| Safety | 5/5 | Outstanding safety features ideal for hazardous environments. |
| Durability | 4/5 | Designed to last under tough working conditions. |
| Stability | 4.5/5 | Provides great support and stability during movement. |
User Reviews
...well not really walking but they're made for the person who needs to perform good old fashioned honest work while looking stylish and keeping their feet protected. I actually bought a second pair of these shoes after the first pair had lasted two years of daily wear for work. These shoes are comfortable and in my opinion one of the more casual pairs of shoes you can get that are safety shoes. I would definitely recommend getting composite toe shoes like these versus steel toes. The lightweight composite toe reduces fatigue after working long shifts which is important.I'm someone who doesn't usually untie shoes when I take them off and put them back on (I know my mom taught me better, but I'm lazy), and yet these shoes have held up really well for over the past two years. The only thing that started to wear away is the foam on the inside of the heel, but that's probably because of my misuse by not untying my shoes. The sizing is typical; I normally wear size 11, and ordered these in a size 11 as well.
The best work shoe I've had in my 25 years on the manufacturing floor. Just ordered my fifth pair, I replace them about once a year. They are as comfortable as any street shoe I've ever owned. Their very light and the safety toe is nonintrusive. The only negative is the mesh makes them vulnerable to coolant and oil and such. On messy days I've went home with wet socks but I still prefer them because of the light weight and breathability. When I get a new pair I bring the old ones home for cutting the grass and working on the car.
wear them almost every day. very comfortable
This is the second pair that I purchased in the last 3 years. They last a long time and for a person that is walking on concrete floors all day in a manufacturing facility, I would recommend them all day long.Just like most of the new shoes that you will buy in your life, the first feel is always GREAT. The one thing that I noted, even after 12 months of walking on concrete, the feel was still GREAT. Over time, other shoes that really started to hurt my ankles, knees and even lower back. At that time, they are replaced. I have not had to do that with these and really only replaced them because the sole wore through on one foot and my workplace had an allowance for me to do so :)
Would have liked to give these a better rating, but the issue with the safety toe ruined the shoe. I liked the fact this was a safety toe shoe that did not look like a flashing caution sign like many safety shoes do and I have had some comfortable non-safety toe Reeboks in the past, however, the side of the composite toe on both shoes (one worse than other) rubbed the side of my foot enough that I could not bear walking across my house in them. They fit fine otherwise, I have had other safety toe shoes/boots and hardly ever noticed the steel/composite toe. For example, I have a pair of 13 W Skechers since May 2011 with a composite toe I am trying to replace (they are literally falling apart now) and moving my toes around I can only feel that the composite toe is there when I stretch my toes upwards. Hopefully my Timberland PRO Men's Titan Comp Toe Oxford Black Work Shoes that should be arriving shortly will do better, their full size boots we great besides being heavy.
1st day wearing and pretty comfortable and light weight, plus they look good. Only problem so far is they don't breath very well and my feet are getting hot but that's to be expected with work shoes. Not sure how well they will hold up but no real complaints yet.
Nothing like getting out of steel toe work boots. I’m a shop supervisor and safety toe is required. But I don’t need the hassle of big heavy boots. This has been one of my best purchases to date for work. Lightweight comfortable and not to bad looking either. so far I’ve had them for about 6 months they get a little dusty but still look new when wiped down. laces are still fine seams are good insole still comfortable. And they took no time at all to break in. never felt stiff of clunky if you know what I mean. Overall I’m extremely pleased with these sneakers would definitely recommend.