Tramping around in the garden is one of the simple pleasures in life; cleaning up dirt you've tracked in from the outdoors is not. For this reason, appropriate gardening clothing, garden shoes, and household accessories to help keep things clean indoors are highly recommended. One such accessory is a boot scraper and brush. This nifty tool helps remove any soil you may have accumulated on your footwear before you take a step inside.
Boot scrapers have existed for centuries, either as simple, blunt metal blades to remove dirt from your soles or with integrated brushes so you can clean the sides of your footwear, too. We're looking at the latter, as it offers a comprehensive footwear cleaning solution so you can be sure you're not going to end up with muddy footprints in your home.
Best boot scrapers with brushes at a glance:
The best boot scrapers and brushes are essential home accessories for all gardeners. Having one by your back door ensures you always have a simple way to clean your footwear before you step indoors. We've rounded up a superb selection of boot scrapers and brushes. Some have handy boot jacks to make welly removal easier, and some offer built-in boot storage so you can keep your grubby footwear outside. Read on to find which boot scraper solution will best suit you.
Best boot scraper and brush for your doorstep
Best overall boot scraper and brush
JobsiteIt may not offer any decorative flair, but this Jobsite boot scraper is a serious solution for the dirtiest boots. Its extra-wide design makes it suitable for use with chunky wellingtons and sturdy work boots.
This product boasts high-density composite moulded plastic sides, a welded metal frame, and robust bristles, all of which make it able to withstand all weather elements. The scraper features side plates you can stand on as you clean each boot to keep it firmly in place.
Pros
- Extra-wide design to suit wellies and work boots
- Durable composite brushes to avoid rot
Cons
- Not an especially attractive solution
Best traditional boot scraper and brush
Fallen Fruits Both decorative and functional, we like the traditional design of this Fallen Fruits boot scraper with its attractive cast iron sculpted design, all cast by hand using old-fashioned crafting methods.
This two-sided boot scraper offers metal ridges to remove clumps of mud and a horizontal bristled brush for finer dirt removal. There's also a raised ridge which can help with boot removal. Reviewers like the fact you can buy replacement brushes to make this an evergreen option.
Pros
- Handsome, traditional design offers a decorative touch
- Heavy and sturdy cast iron construction
Cons
- The single brush has a horizontal design
Best rubber boot scraper and brush
Jobsite Another practical option from Jobsite is this boot scraper, which is a doormat-style option that is constructed from heavy-duty rubber that the brand states is nearly indestructible through heat, cold, rain, and even ice and snow.
The rubber is complemented by three coir brushes to tackle the sides and soles of your footwear for an all-over clean. Thanks to its durable construction, it can be hosed clean when any dirt builds up.
Pros
- Two types of cleaning action for super-clean shoes
- Three-edge bristled brushes for the sides of your footwear
Cons
- Metal frame could rust over time
Best boot scraper and brush with a boot jack
Woodside This is another traditional option, but it has clean lines as far as design goes, giving it a more contemporary twist. This scraper is made of cast iron, giving it a practical weight for scraping footwear, as well as meaning it will weather nicely over time.
The scraper is angled to provide an ergonomic slant for boot cleaning and is equipped with two coir side brushes for a thorough clean. Integrated into the scraper's design is a U-shaped boot jack, so you can enjoy a hands-free method of boot removal.
Pros
- Angled design for efficient scraping action
- Integrated boot jack to remove footwear with ease
Cons
- Coir brushes will need replacing over time
Best coir boot scraper and brush
Ninamar This doormat-style boot scraper offers all-around cleaning of the soles and sides of your shoes. The coir fibre is made from strong coconut husks, a sustainable and environmentally friendly material that's naturally weather-resistant.
This scraper is relatively small at 33cm by 30cm, so it won't take up too much space on your doorstep. Reviewers praise this doormat's effectiveness, but recommend cleaning one shoe at a time so that your weight holds the mat steady during the process.
Pros
- Made from environmentally-friendly coconut fibre
- Unobtrusive, natural looks and design
Cons
- Lightweight, so can move during use
Best decorative boot scraper and brush
Fallen FruitsSaid to be inspired by nature, Fallen Fruits' hedgehog-themed boot scraper will add a cute, whimsical touch to your doorway. Great for everyday use, this scraper doesn't offer any metal ridges, just a robust brush to clean the dirt of your footwear.
The brush sits on a four-legged stand made of weatherproof, durable cast iron, hand-cast in a traditional process. Reviewers say it isn't robust enough for mud-caked wellies, but it makes for a pretty, practical doorstep decoration.
Pros
- Nature-inspired design works well in the garden
- Adds an attractive, decorative touch to your doorstep
Cons
- Smaller than other options we're featuring
Best boot scraper and brush with a boot rack
Gap Garden ProductsBritish designed, British made, and said by the manufacturers to offer British quality, this boot scraper provides you with very capable three-in-one functionality. It has a metal boot scraping ridge with brushes either side, a V-shaped boot jack, and boot storage.
The storage comes with four metal prongs with rounded ends that are designed to hold your wellies when you're not using them. This saves bringing grubby boots into the house, and the upside-down nature of the storage solution means they won't fill with water when it rains.
Pros
- Made from solid, not tubular, alloy steel
- Space-saving, three-in-one design
Cons
- Larger footprint than rival choices
How we chose the best boot scrapers with brushes
All of these boot scrapers with brushes have been hand-selected by our team of Modern Gardens shopping experts. We carefully considered the design, practicalities, and effectiveness in our selection of the best. Our team has spent hours investigating and researching all types of boot scrapers to make it easier for you to find the very best, and we'd never recommend a product we don't believe in.
Where possible, we also test and share the latest and best products you should know about. And with help from Modern Gardens Magazine, Garden News and Garden Answers, we share expert gardening knowledge to help you get the most from your product.
I have a doormat, do I need a boot scraper?
We'd recommended doormats at every one of your home's entry points, but a boot scraper is a savvy investment for the doorstep where you are most likely to head into the house with grubby footwear. For most homes this will be the back door, so you can thoroughly clean your outdoor shoes after a gardening session before you go indoors.
What features to consider when it comes to boot scrapers
Boot scrapers come with a variety of different functionalities which might best suit your needs. You might want to consider if the following features would be useful for you.
A boot jack - often a U- or V-shaped device that helps you remove your Wellington boots, work boots, gardening shoes or clogs without needing to use your hands.
Bristled brushes - boot scrapers with integrated brushes are useful for getting the sides of your boots - not just the soles - mud-free and clean.
A boot rack - if integrated into the design of your boot scraper, a boot rack is a space-saving option for outdoor footwear storage.
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Amy-Mae Turner is a Commerce Content Writer for Modern Gardens, Yours, Take A Break Pets, and A Modern Kitchen. When she's not pottering in the garden or mucking around in the kitchen, she can be found having doggy cuddles with her two beloved cockapoochis.