Actually no one is better between the steel and composite toe. There’s a debate about which kind of toe is best, but I think that’s for everyone to decide for themselves. It just depends on what you’re working with how you feel in the boot and how much you can afford.

STEEL TOE BOOTS

Steel toe cap safety boots and shoes have a heavy-duty steel cover cap across the toes and have protected the toes of countless workers across the globe and are considered the original safety boot.

Benefits:

-- Recognised in the industry

-- It is also shatter-proof and can provide high level of protection from punctures.

-- Designed to offer the highest level of protection from falling objects. Because steel is a durable material, your foot will be protected from being

crushed.

-- To meet EN standards they are required to provide protection against 200J of energy (equivalent to a 20kg weight dropped 1,020mm onto the toes)

and bear a compression load of at least 1100N

Disadvantages:

-- Little heavier then composite

-- Unable to be worn in extreme hot or cold conditions.

COMPOSITE TOE BOOTS

This type of safety footwear is a newer technology, but it is quickly being the norm as it is able to offer a wealth of benefits as well. Unlike steel cap boots, this is made from non-metal materials, which can include Kevlar, fiberglass, plastic, and carbon fiber, among others.

Benefits:

-- Lighter then steel caps

-- To meet the EN standards they are also required to provide protection against 200J of energy and a compression load of at least 15kN.

-- If your job will require you to be passing through a metal detector regularly, this will also be an excellent choice as it is made from non-metal materials.

-- It has better ability to resist electrical hazards. It should be also pointed out that it can offer great insulation, which makes it the ideal pick for safety boots if you

work in cold climates.

Disadvantages:

-- Usually more expensive then Steel toe

-- Its puncture resistance may also not be as commendable

A FEW QUESTIONS YOU MAY ASK YOURSELF

-- How often do you walk through metal detectors? If it’s often- choose composite toes

-- How heavy is the equipment your handling? If it’s very heavy, choose steel toes

-- Are there lots of nails (or other things that like to poke) around? Choose steel toes

-- Do you work in freezing climates? Composite toes will insulate better

Composite toe boots are best suited if you have to pass through metal detectors daily, as they won’t set of the detectors like steel toes do. All of the other benefits listed above are just a bonus

Steel toes are best for you if you work in environment’s where there's a good chance something could puncture your work boot, like a nail, glass, rubble. etc.