simprax® shoe impregnation promises a high-performance solution for protecting your shoes against water, dirt and abrasion. The simple application without heat activation and the effective protective effect from the first thin layer make this product particularly user-friendly. It also has an impressive long-term effect that prevents wear and extends the life of the shoes. The safety aspects, including the odorless and environmentally friendly formulation, speak for themselves. Additional functions such as easier shoe cleaning and maintaining breathability complete the picture.
Advantages
✅ Water and dirt repellent
✅ easy dosage
✅ Environmentally friendly formula
✅ Long-term effect
✅ kind to the skin
Disadvantages
❌ Use of plastic
The test
General information
We took a close look at and tested the product in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. From the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling, the product is subjected to our test procedure.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum achievable score per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weighting. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste, but use of plastic | 80 points |
| Package contents & scope | Shoe impregnation with spray attachment | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Multilingual, clearly written | 100 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The shoe impregnation is carefully packaged. The sturdy cardboard box offers sufficient protection during transportation. Although unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the use of plastic film could possibly be a point of criticism for some consumers. The product packaging contains a shoe impregnation including a spray attachment. Application instructions and a product description in five languages (German, English, French, Italian, Spanish) are printed on the packaging.
Packaging
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Attractive design | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Stable and robust | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Climate-neutral, biodegradable, vegan, GOTS approved, OEKO-TEX certified | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Front side
The shoe impregnation is characterized by a simple, timeless design. The workmanship is very good, with no visible defects such as scratches, dents or other damage. The materials used for the container appear stable and make a robust impression. The manufacturer has thought about sustainability . The product is climate-neutral, biodegradable, vegan, GOTS and OEKO-TEX certified and has been awarded the Amazon Climate Pledge Friendly.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Application | Quick and easy, for shoes made of membrane, textile and mixed fabrics | 100 points |
| Protective effect | Very good, one coat is sufficient, protection against water, dirt and abrasion | 100 points |
| Long-term effect | Abrasion-resistant, increases service life | 100 points |
| Security | Odorless, skin-friendly, water-based, no harmful perfluorocarbons | 100 points |
| Additional functions | Easier cleaning, transparent, maintains breathability, check for shoe discoloration | 90 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Applying the shoe impregnation is very easy and only takes a few minutes. The product can either be sprayed on or applied with a brush or sponge. The impregnation is suitable for shoes made of membrane, textile and mixed fabrics, without the need for heat activation . The protective effect is very effective. Even a thin film provides sufficient protection against water and dirt. The product is also abrasion-resistant, as the waxes it contains fuse with the textile fibers when it dries. This effectively protects against wear and prolongs the life of the shoes. In addition to protecting against external influences, the impregnation offers additional functions such as facilitating shoe cleaning and maintaining breathability. The product is also odorless and transparent , water-based, fragrance-free and free from harmful perfluorocarbons. Very good skin compatibility has also been confirmed. Before use, the product should be tested on an inconspicuous area for possible discoloration.
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Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good performance in the mid-price segment | 80 points |
| Rating cut | 4.3 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 65 points |
| Total | 73 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the platform Amazon, customers rate the product with an average of 4.3 stars. Customers praise the effective protective effect and the odorless application. Some mention the product’s coverage. However, some buyers report that their shoes remain water-permeable even after impregnation.
Prices of over €26 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available for as little as €7 . With a price of € 14.99, the shoe impregnation from simprax® is therefore currently in the middle price segment. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 95 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 100 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 98 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 73 points |
| Total | 94 points |
The simprax® brand shoe impregnation was awarded an overall score of 1.3 and thus successfully qualified for our test seal. The test was carried out in the test period 11/23 and is stored in our database under the license number 231114003 . Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,3
