KUOMA Boots Review: A Total Letdown

KUOMA Boots Fell Apart at -15C - Guess That's Not Made for Our Climate

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I'm thoroughly disappointed with the KUOMA putkivarsi boots I bought for my kid. The sole started flaking off after just a few days of wear, and the leg gets wet after 10 minutes of walking. The boots are supposed to be warm, lightweight, and durable, but they're a total letdown. I'm shocked at the poor quality, especially considering the price. The boots are not even suitable for our cold climate, let alone the claimed -5 to -30°C temperature range. I wouldn't recommend these boots to anyone. I was expecting a lot more from a Finnish brand, but unfortunately, these boots fell short. They're not even worth the money I paid for them. I'm extremely disappointed and would advise others to think twice before buying KUOMA boots.

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Fiyat8/10

KararKötü

Kalite4/10

Malzeme3/10

Güvenlik6/10

Performans5/10

Hello!

I'm just like many moms out there, trying to figure out which shoes are best for my kid. I'm familiar with a few brands, and I wanted to share my thoughts on one of them - the KUOMA putkivarsi boots in red.

Warm, lightweight, and durable - the classic KuoMA style: Putkivarsi boots. Always a spacious toe box, an interchangeable insole, and a flexible, shock-absorbing sole. All options come with 3M-Scotchlite reflective material and a waterproof, dirt-repelling outer layer. You can even wash these boots in the washing machine!

I got them for just 350 rubles. I saw an ad in one of my city's social media groups for a decent, almost new pair of shoes. I asked the seller: "Is 350 rubles really the price?" She said she was moving and clearing out her closet because her son had outgrown them.I'd read good reviews about KUOMA, so I decided to give them a try. Plus, the boots are made in Finland, which is known for producing high-quality shoes. The seller also raved about them, although her son didn't wear them much because they didn't often go outside in cold weather. When they did, his feet were always warm.

The material used in these boots did raise some concerns for me. The original price was 4500 rubles, and the seller said she'd managed to snag a good deal. However, the inner material isn't even real fur.

Materials:

Upper: Polyester

Insole material: Artificial fur

Sole material: Polyurethane

Upper material: Textile

Inner lining material: Artificial fur

Sole attachment method: Injection molding

I personally prefer sheepskin shoes. To be honest, these boots don't look like they're made for winter.

Features: Waterproof treatment

Most boots with this feature aren't exactly newsworthy.

The boots are size 5, which fits my kid's wide foot perfectly. He can put them on himself, and they keep his feet warm, unlike some other brands I've tried.

The sole is marked as being made in Finland. Now I know that Chinese-made boots are probably a better option.

The label is still attached. You can wash them at 40 degrees Celsius, but I wouldn't recommend it. I'll explain why below.

The soles don't slip, and my kid can walk on ice just fine.

At first, I thought the soles were cast, but then I started to notice a problem after a few days of wear.

We're experiencing a cold snap, and the thermometer is reading -15 degrees Celsius. For some people, that's not even cold, but for us, it's freezing.

KUOMA putkivarsi boots are rated for -5 to -30 degrees Celsius. When my kid comes home, the boots are always wet - not soaked, but definitely sweaty.

But what really surprised me was something else entirely.

The soles started to flake off near the toe area. If it had happened with just one boot, I would have thought it was user error, but when it happened with both, I was shocked. For the price, I expect better quality. These aren't even high-end Finnish boots.

Great looks? I wouldn't dare wear them outside. They look like they've been chewed up. But my stuff is all stored in boxes.

And the soles are still flaking off. See the black dots? That's KUOMA putkivarsi flaking off all over the place.

It's crazy that they'd sell such low-quality, overpriced boots for kids. The fact that they're from Finland doesn't mean they're good quality. Our boots from 'ZenDen' held up great, but these famous valenki didn't even last a week. They couldn't handle the first cold Baskirian winter.

I decided to glue them.

I grabbed some glue, tried to... But the sole won't stick, and there's this white residue left behind. That was a bad idea.

Even the glue has this dark stain.

I'm at a loss for what to do with these boots. I guess we can just take them out into the garden, clear the snow, and play in the snowdrifts. But that's about it. I'd never take them to the ice rinks. It's heartbreaking to see my kid looking at these cracks. I felt my heart sink when he looked at them. He loves them, and they're his favorite color - red. But what a letdown.

It just goes to show that a brand and price don't always mean quality.

And that's what they look like.

What's so wrong with these valenki that they start falling apart right before our eyes? They hyped up the brand, but completely forgot about quality.

I'm done with 'KUOMA' - their kids' valenki are subpar:

The sole is falling apart.The leg is wet after just 10 minutes of walking.Do I really need to list more, looking at the photos where the sole is literally falling apart? It didn't even stick, it just cracked! I guess 15 minutes was too much for them.

Purchase or not? The answer's obvious. They didn't even make it through the week. This is the first boot that's ever let me down like this.

But check out this other RED thing my kid fell in love with. It's affordable, practical, and well-made.

I have to say, I was also unimpressed with those 'DEMAR' gloves. They didn't break, but there are other issues with them (see my review).

I wouldn't recommend the KUOMA putkivarsi gloves. Rating: 1 star.

Thanks for reading!

live_helpFeatured FAQ

Are KUOMA boots suitable for cold climates?

Unfortunately, no. The boots I bought fell apart at -15°C, which is not suitable for our climate. I wouldn't recommend them for anyone living in cold areas.

What's the material used in the KUOMA boots?

The upper material is polyester, the insole material is artificial fur, the sole material is polyurethane, and the inner lining material is also artificial fur.

Can KUOMA boots be washed in the washing machine?

Yes, according to the manufacturer, the boots can be washed in the washing machine, but I wouldn't recommend it due to the poor quality.

Are KUOMA boots durable?

Unfortunately, no. The boots I bought fell apart quickly, which is not what I expect from a pair of boots.

What's the price of KUOMA boots?

I bought the boots for 350 rubles, which is a relatively high price for the quality you get.

Can I return KUOMA boots?

I'm not sure, but I wouldn't recommend it due to the poor quality.

Are KUOMA boots suitable for kids?

Unfortunately, no. The boots I bought are not suitable for kids due to the poor quality and the fact that they fell apart quickly.

Can I glue the sole of KUOMA boots?

I tried to glue the sole, but it didn't work. The sole is flaking off, and there's a white residue left behind.

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•The boots look great, but that's about it.
•They're made in Finland, which is known for producing high-quality shoes.
•The material used is comfortable, but not as warm as I expected.
•The boots are easy to put on and take off.
•The sole is flexible and shock-absorbing.
•The boots come with 3M-Scotchlite reflective material for increased visibility.
•The boots have a spacious toe box and an interchangeable insole.
•The boots are waterproof and have a dirt-repelling outer layer.