I have worn snake boots for turkey and early archery for many years. Danner Pronghorns were my favorite until they came out with the side zip (POS zipper, small teeth, small pull). I tried the LaCrosse and after the third pair in 4 months due to leaking (when I say leaking I mean they didn’t even slow down dew in the morning; feet wet instantly) I’ll not go back. Plus side is they were nearly as comfortable as the Danner when dry and the side zip was way more comfortable. I tried Chippewa slip on in all leather which were ok in Texas and Oklahoma with mostly flat, cactus laden terrain since cactus blows right through the synthetic materials on most snake boots. But, as someone said above, Cowboy boots with better soles. I usually walk between 4-6 miles a day, sometimes more and hunt 40-45 days in the spring spanning several states and varied terrain so comfort and versatility is a must. The Danner, if I had to pick, are the best for me, but you just have to really baby the zipper (and they’re waterproof for just a little while before it the sleeve gets compromised.
That said, I’m experimenting with hiking boots and Turtle Skin gaiters. While I can’t wade creeks without getting totally soaked, they are lighter, more comfortable, and offer more support than snake boots I’ve tried. The only downside that I’m trying to work around is the gaiters ride up on my hiking boots above where I’m comfortable the thick leather lowers will stop a bite. I’ve kinda solved it with some #2 S clips, but it’s still not ideal. Being able to unzip them when you’re not walking around to vent is really nice, but to be honest they’re not all that hot to me.
I don’t see a ton of snakes, but the photo attached is why I wear them. Just good insurance and let’s me focus more on getting through the woods to an animal and not running a headlamp in the dark walking in.