# Merrell Moab 3

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/merrell-moab-3
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/hiking-boots
- Placement: #11 of 12 in Hiking Boots, D tier
- Brand: Merrell
- LP on this board: 260
- Last researched: 2026-08-21T03:06:20.412Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
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## Verdict

Reliable, affordable, and widely praised; still a top pick for budget hikers.

## For

- Affordable price
- Comfortable fit
- Durability
- Lower cost
- Budget friendly

## Evidence

Consolidated from 44 cited sources across 36 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| But Still Good | the5krunner.com | C | https://the5krunner.com/2026/01/22/merrell-moab-3-mid-gtx-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Footwear Flix | Footwear Flix | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcIAqUOHliE | fetched and confirmed |
| Huck Adventures | Jason Nelson | B | https://huckadventures.com/merrell-moab-3-mid-waterproof-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Travelandleisure | travelandleisure.com | B | https://www.travelandleisure.com/merrell-moab-3-hiking-boots-review-travel-writer-hiking-shoe-picks-june-2026-11989950 | fetched and confirmed |
| Switchback Travel | Maddie Downie | C | https://www.switchbacktravel.com/reviews/merrell-moab-3-mid | fetched and confirmed |
| GearLab | Chris Maxcer | C | https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/reviews/shoes-and-boots/hiking-boots-men/merrell-moab-3-mid-waterproof | fetched and confirmed |
| Sort Of Interesting | Sort Of Interesting | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZa-AKCn1r4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Raymondo Lee | Raymondo Lee | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwpI4_ari9A | fetched and confirmed |
| Short Reviews With Seth | Short Reviews With Seth | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQ8uPXqrTsw | fetched and confirmed |
| Mountaineer Journey | Mountaineer Journey | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVDBdbuyQRM | fetched and confirmed |
| Top Tactical Trends | Top Tactical Trends | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAWS7RG2Fvs | fetched and confirmed |
| www.hikingfeet.com | Jory, hikingfeet.com | C | https://hikingfeet.com/merrell-moab-3-review-a-polarizing-shoe/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/hiking | u/ApprehensiveEye9564 | C | https://www.reddit.com/r/hiking/comments/1pi1mgp/merell_moab_3_is_this_a_good_budget_hiking_shoe/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Sectionhiker | sectionhiker.com | B | https://sectionhiker.com/moab-3-mids-hiking-boots/ | fetched and confirmed |
| GearLab | Chris Maxcer | C | https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/reviews/shoes-and-boots/hiking-shoes-men/merrell-moab-3 | fetched and confirmed |
| Treeline Review | Ebony Roberts | B | https://www.treelinereview.com/gearreviews/merrell-moab-speed-2-gore-tex-hiking-shoes-review | fetched and confirmed |
| Switchback Travel | John Ellings | C | https://www.switchbacktravel.com/reviews/merrell-moab-3 | fetched and confirmed |
| Women's Health | Shannen Zitz | C | https://www.womenshealthmag.com/style/a71484956/merrell-moab-3-mid-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Trail Goals | Trail Goals | C | https://trailgoals.com/blogs/hiking-tips/are-merrell-shoes-good?srsltid=AfmBOoo-w_kT3JJbUi0FNas8z9xdpqq8DmHSc3qWrnISTYvJ6inplH7J | fetched and confirmed |
| Vetted Picks | Vetted Picks | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjOFNp9OH70 | fetched and confirmed |
| mikeMAYHEM | mikeMAYHEM | D | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLVCJSzgrJs | fetched and confirmed |
| Elveshelves | Elveshelves | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kghwgmGIxEE | fetched and confirmed |
| Bushcraft Heroes | Bushcraft Heroes | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=600NTsSFiAQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Mr. R. Tennant | Mr. R. Tennant | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4Q0mIoMTJw | fetched and confirmed |
| The Hiking Chef | The Hiking Chef | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=655O2s6fIkI | fetched and confirmed |
| Willy | Willy | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb9wSfeNQoU | fetched and confirmed |
| Life Tested | Life Tested | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYhf9DctRho | fetched and confirmed |
| Mountaineer Journey | Mountaineer Journey | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0YQa73yqtE | fetched and confirmed |
| Salty Gringo | Salty Gringo | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNvCVLoSizo | fetched and confirmed |
| Treeline Review | Ebony Roberts | B | https://www.treelinereview.com/gearreviews/best-hiking-shoes | fetched and confirmed |
| GearLab | Chris Maxcer | B | https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/topics/shoes-and-boots/best-hiking-boots-men | fetched and confirmed |
| Switchback Travel | Maggie Slepian | C | https://www.switchbacktravel.com/footwear/best-womens-hiking-shoes | fetched and confirmed |
| TikTok | tiktok.com | B | https://www.tiktok.com/discover/merrell-moab-3-mid-women-review | fetched and confirmed |
| CNN Underscored | Michelle Rae Uy | B | https://edition.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/reviews/best-waterproof-womens-shoes | fetched and confirmed |
| CleverHiker | Miles Knotek | B | https://www.cleverhiker.com/footwear/best-hiking-shoes-men/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Gearjunkie | gearjunkie.com | C | https://gearjunkie.com/footwear/best-womens-hiking-boots | fetched and confirmed |
| GearLab | Chris Maxcer | - | https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/reviews/shoes-and-boots/hiking-shoes-men/merrell-moab-speed-2 | fetched and confirmed |
| Mountaineerjourney.com | Tyler | C | https://mountaineerjourney.com/blog/hoka-kaha-3-vs-merrell-moab-3 | fetched and confirmed |
| Mountaineer Journey | Mountaineer Journey | B | https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_uoufwp7Eas | fetched and confirmed |
| MTN Outfitter | Kem Cofreros | B | https://mtnoutfitter.com/blogs/news/merrell-moab-3-hiking-shoes-waterproof-and-mid-vs-low?srsltid=AfmBOoqx90KogTtk63ehsHGjMc7mvP-afIHIiM6jv3tAgzN47rcXqFTN | fetched and confirmed |
| The Inertia Tested | theinertia.com | C | https://www.theinertia.com/gear/best-hiking-boots/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Thegreatoutdoorsmag | thegreatoutdoorsmag.com | B | https://www.thegreatoutdoorsmag.com/gear-guides/best-budget-hiking-shoes/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Huffpost | huffpost.com | B | https://www.huffpost.com/entry/merrell-shoe-sale-fathers-day-2026_l_6a2ace00e4b01046d71734a5 | fetched and confirmed |
| Wilderness Experts | Wilderness Experts July | A | https://wildernessexperts.com/merrell-moab-3-hiking-boots-review/ | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GTX | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/salomon-x-ultra-5-mid-gtx |
| 2 | Salomon Quest 5 | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/salomon-quest-5 |
| 3 | La Sportiva TX Hike GTX | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/la-sportiva-tx-hike-gtx |
| 4 | Salomon Quest Gore-Tex | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/salomon-quest-gore-tex |
| 6 | Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/merrell-moab-3-mid-waterproof |
| 7 | Scarpa Terra GTX | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/scarpa-terra-gtx |
| 8 | Altra Lone Peak 9 | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/altra-lone-peak-9 |
| 9 | Altra Lone Peak Hiker 3 | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/altra-lone-peak-hiker-3 |
| 10 | Hanwag Blueridge ES | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/hanwag-blueridge-es |
| 12 | Redwing Boots | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/redwing-boots |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/hiking-boots.

## What this tier means

- D: Weak. Hard to recommend when better options cost similar money.

## How to read this

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