Save Your Skin With The Best Work Knee Pads

The straps securing these pads to your knees are wide and comfortable but they’re also supported by an upper strap I can only describe as similar to a sock garter. This really helps keep the entire piece in place while also pulling the pad close to the knee even when your leg is bent. The gel padding is comfortable and well-designed to reduce pressure on kneecaps, which anyone can appreciate while doing floor work.

These pads are a bit clunky when walking around but very comfortable when you’re down on your knees. The cap is articulated and allows for a bit of flex but a little rigid; however, it’s a trade off I'm willing to make, thanks to the great protection these pads offer. The hard cap is durable and encompasses much of the knee while the interior foam has a good density while offering support without compressing entirely. Strap placement is a little uncomfortable so I suggest wearing these knee pads with clothing.

The cap design on these Bucket Boss knee pads offer great stability without sacrificing the slide and swivel a hard cap usually offers. The strap placement is decent as the main support comes from below the knee and the smaller, upper strap prevents the pad from riding up. These pads can be uncomfortable when over-tightened but will feel great once you find the right tension. The neoprene is durable but avoid over tightening as it reduces the material life and removes some of the stretch. Well priced for the quality you’re receiving.

NoCry Knee Pads For Work features great quality EVA foam that conforms to your knee to form a comfortable kneeling cushion with the dense layer of gel cushioning your joints. This combination of supportive padding will keep you comfy even if you are at work all day. The new shell is light, stable, and features anti-slip grooves, with the elevated bottom "lip" preventing rolling and reducing ankle stress.

Whether kneeling on a construction site, in the yard, or on the side of a mountain, this knee pad supports and keeps you stable. It has easy knee protection using well-designed protective gear. The pads with the sturdy buckle will ensure that your knee pads stay where they belong while you kneel on any surface, be it a floor or a roof.

These are some of the most comfortable knee pads I've thanks to their added shin protection. The added support on the shins helps distribute pressure more evenly and reduces fatigue in your knees and legs overall. The adjustable strap system crosses the calf, offering solid support and entirely avoiding the back of the knee. The density of the interior foam is comfortable without being too pillow-like. A great set of knee pads overall but a bit outside the average budget.

Looking like a combination of a shin guard and knee pad, the Ergodyne PROFLEX 342 is our top pick for the best soft cap knee pad with an extended design distributing weight more along the leg than just supporting the body on the knee. One of the nicest features on this set of knee pads is the placement of the straps which wrap around the calf rather than the back of the knee. This prevents the discomfort which often comes from straps digging into the back of the knees.

A piece of safety gear is only effective if you wear it, so comfort matters. The padded straps on this set of knee pads from CustomLeatherCraft makes them quite comfortable to wear and the design places them far away from the back of your knee. This means you'll be able to wear these all day without feeling them dig into sensitive patches of skin. These soft cap knee pads flex nicely with the knee while moving about the work site and you definitely won't be encumbered by them.

Like many of my favorite knee pads, this set avoids placing any straps over the back of the knee, vastly improving wearer comfort. The solid connection between cap and strap make these solid with very little slip and the caps flat design adds stability as you work. These knee pads are expensive but worth reducing the effort needed to prevent rocking on your knees as well as being superior to cheaper alternatives which need frequent replacement.

This is an interesting design from McGuire-Nicholas which is similar to a knee brace. The vertical supports prevent the knee pad from riding up thanks to pressure on the thigh muscle, making these knee pads surprisingly comfortable overall. They’re nonrestrictive while you’re working and the amount of cushioning in the cap is plentiful to treat your knees kindly. The soft cap has some good texturing and offers good grip without sacrificing durability.

Easily some of the best knee pads on the market in terms of comfort and quality; you’ll be hard pressed to buy a set which has a better fit. Their secret is these knee pads are custom made to order and fitted to your exact knee specifications. With a single pair costing more than $200, these aren’t for the average weekend DIY workers and even most professionals will be hard pressed to spend this kind of money on knee pads. If they weren’t so cost-prohibitive, I’d say everyone should own a pair.

These pads are ideal for a long day of floor work thanks to their ample cushioning and stability. A cup-shaped gel backing takes pressure off the knee cap and distributes the weight more evenly across the entire knee itself. The face is also non-marking which is good for work on new flooring and soft materials which might pick up scuffs easily. I really like how the strap used to secure these pads is wide and soft so it won't dig into the backs of your knees throughout the day. After all, what's the point of a product made for comfort which is actually uncomfortable to use?

These flat knee pads have a good balance between padding and stability for comfortable floor work. A flat rubber insert on the face gives you a good grip on the floor and avoids slipping in wet conditions but wouldn’t recommend them for use on gravel as the sharp edges will chew through the rubber eventually. These pads are designed more for comfort so don't drop hard onto your knees and expect them to absorb the entire impact (as opposed to high performance knee pad with a hard cap). If you're just looking to get some flooring done comfortably these make a great addition to your existing set of gear.

Like many of my favorite knee pads, this set avoids placing any straps over the back of the knee, vastly improving wearer comfort. The solid connection between cap and strap make these solid with very little slip and the caps flat design adds stability as you work. These knee pads are expensive but worth reducing the effort needed to prevent rocking on your knees as well as being superior to cheaper alternatives which need frequent replacement.

Cheap and effective is the name of the game when it comes to these knee pads from Protective Industrial Products. The protection these knee pads offer is substantial, they hold up well to damage and the cap is designed with a fair amount of grip to prevent sliding and increase overall stability. The padding is ample enough to feel comfortable without being bulky and my only real complaint is the strap placement which can get a bit irritating on the backs of the knees over long periods.

A piece of safety gear is only effective if you wear it, so comfort matters. The padded straps on this set of knee pads from CustomLeatherCraft makes them quite comfortable to wear and the design places them far away from the back of your knee. This means you'll be able to wear these all day without feeling them dig into sensitive patches of skin. These soft cap knee pads flex nicely with the knee while moving about the work site and you definitely won't be encumbered by them.