The safety shoes from Goldberg are the ideal companion for different working environments. Outstanding comfort and functional features make them a reliable choice for industry, construction sites and the outdoors. The soft and lightweight upper material and simple lacing ensure a comfortable fit and secure hold. The breathable mesh material enables optimum ventilation and quick drying. The non-slip and elastic sole not only offers brilliant traction, but also sure-footedness thanks to the Kevlar layer . The steel toe cap in accordance with European safety standards protects the toes without constricting. The product is rounded off by a sporty design and extensive accessories.
Advantages
✅ High wearing comfort
✅ Optimum safety
✅ Non-slip and elastic sole
✅ Breathable mesh material
✅ sporty, modern design
Disadvantages
❌ runs larger
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, no use of plastic | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | Safety shoes, spare laces, carrying bag, shoehorn | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Product self-explanatory | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The safety shoe makes a positive impression as soon as it is unpacked. The sturdy cardboard box offers sufficient protection during transportation. The packaging is sustainable, as unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided and plastic has not been used. The shoe box contains a pair of safety shoes, spare laces, a carrying bag and a shoehorn. Instructions for use are not required due to the ease of use.
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, fashionable design | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship, no seam defects | 100 points |
| Stability | Very robust material | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No information on sustainability, but high-quality materials | 70 points |
| Total | 93 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Unboxing
The safety shoe not only impresses with its appealing design, but also with its high-quality materials. With its simple yet sporty appearance, the product stands out positively from the standard design of other safety shoes. The workmanship is excellent, with no visible seam defects or unclean transitions. The product is stable and makes a robust impression. This is reflected not only in the high-quality choice of materials, but also in the precision of the manufacturing process. The stability is impressive. Although no explicit information is given on the sustainability of the product, the high-quality workmanship suggests a certain longevity.
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* |
|---|---|---|
| Wearing comfort | Comfortable, quick to put on and take off, secure hold, soft and light, slightly larger than normal | 90 points |
| Security | Certified with safety class EN ISO 20345:2011 SBP SRA, steel toe cap, puncture-resistant sole | 100 points |
| Sole | Non-slip, puncture-resistant, elastic | 100 points |
| Ventilation | Breathable, quick-drying | 100 points |
| Additional functions | Extensive accessories, sporty design | 100 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
In the practical test, the safety shoes not only impressed with their functional features, but also with their excellent comfort. The soft and lightweight upper material provides the necessary feel-good factor and the simple lacing system makes it easier to put on and take off while maintaining a secure fit. The mesh material also enables optimum ventilation and quick drying, which promises a pleasant foot climate even when worn for long periods. The only point of criticism: in our test, the shoe was slightly larger than the normal shoe size. The non-slip and elastic sole offers excellent traction and flexibility on different surfaces. The Kevlar sole also protects the foot from sharp objects. The steel toe cap in accordance with the European safety standard not only offers toe protection, but also sufficient space for the toes, which further increases wearer comfort. This comprehensive safety equipment makes the safety shoe a reliable choice for various working environments, whether in industry, on construction sites or outdoors. The product is rounded off by its sporty design and extensive accessories such as a carrying bag, shoehorn and spare laces.
in size 46
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 lower price segment | 90 points |
| Rating cut | Not rated, as there are still too few customer reviews | |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Prices of over €100 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €26 . The Goldberg safety shoe is therefore currently in the lower price segment with a price of €49.95. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 100 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 93 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 98 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 90 points |
| Total | 96 points |
