15 Boot Trays for Entryways That Keep Meltwater Off the Floor
Wet boots leave a ring of water on the floor within minutes of coming home. A lipped tray gives that water one place to go.
This guide rounds up the best boot trays for entryways in the sizes homes use most, from single pair trays to long family trays.
Each pick below lists its tray size in inches. It also lists the pair count and lip height where the maker states them. Where a maker leaves a figure out, the block says so plainly.
Homes with dogs get a double load at the door. Wet paws add to wet soles, and the tray fills faster than expected. Our guide to entryway ideas for dog owners covers the wider setup around the tray.
Sizes run from about 13 inches to about 47 inches long. Materials run from natural rubber to galvanized steel. One carpeted tray and one tray with a built in boot jack sit alongside the plain trays.
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1. WeatherTech BootTray — flexible TPE tray with channels that lift soles off meltwater
The BootTray is made from a strong and flexible TPE material. WeatherTech states that it holds four large pairs of boots or shoes. The size is 16 by 36 inches, long enough for a family row by the door.
Raised channels run across the base of the tray. The brand states that the channels keep water and dirt away from soles. Boots rest above the meltwater while they dry, rather than sitting in it. The tray comes in black, tan, grey and brown.
Watch for one gap in the listing. WeatherTech does not state a lip height for this tray. Homes that expect deep snow melt may want a tray with a stated rim height instead.
2. BIRDROCK HOME Rubber Boot Tray — heavy rubber tray with a tall raised edge
This tray is solid rubber with an embossed pattern on the base. The listed size is 34 by 14 inches, with a height of 2 inches. The listing states that the tray is waterproof for indoor and outdoor use.
The 2 inch raised edge is among the tallest edges on this list. It gives meltwater room to collect before anyone carries the tray out. The listed item weight is 4.54 kilograms, which helps the tray sit firmly on the floor.
Note that this pick is multi purpose. The maker also sells it as a dog bowl tray, so it suits pet feeding spots too. Watch for the narrow 14 inch width with tall winter boots.
3. Gorilla Grip Natural Rubber Boot Tray — thick rubber tray with handles on both sides
Gorilla Grip builds this tray from thick natural rubber. The size is 32 by 16 inches. The brand states that the rubber resists tearing and staining, unlike thinner plastic trays. The surface stays in place on tile, hardwood or concrete.
A raised edge of 0.8 inches runs around the tray. The brand states that the edge holds multiple cups of liquid. Raised ribs lift soles off the base, and handles on both sides help with carrying the tray out.
Watch for the low edge height. At 0.8 inches, this rim holds less meltwater than the 2 inch rims above. Empty it after a heavy snow day rather than leaving water to sit in it.
4. Gardener’s Supply Company Large Boot Tray — extra long recycled plastic tray for a family row
At 46.5 inches long, this is the longest tray in the roundup. The full size is 46.5 by 15.5 inches, and the tray is 2 inches deep. The brand makes it from 100 percent recycled plastic for indoor and outdoor use.
The brand states that the tray holds boots or shoes for the whole family. No fixed pair count is given, so judge fit by the length.
A 2 inch depth gives meltwater more room than shallow trays hold. The listing states that the tray wipes clean after use.
This pick is multi purpose too. The brand also lists it for seed starting and as a humidity tray under houseplants. A set version adds rubber grids that lift boots off the base to dry.
5. Good Directions Medium Boot Tray — galvanized steel tray with a deep decorative rim
Good Directions makes this tray from galvanized steel with a powder coated copper finish. The Medallions pattern sits inside a raised decorative rim. The medium size is 30 inches wide, sized for a front hall or mudroom wall.
The brand states that the tray fits up to 3 pairs of large boots or shoes. The rim stands 2 inches high, among the deepest rims in this roundup. Steel gives the tray a firm and rigid feel under heavy boots.
This pick is multi purpose by design. The brand also lists the tray for plants and pet bowls. Watch for the missing second dimension, since listings state the width but not the full depth.
6. WaterHog Boot Tray — carpeted tray with a rubber water dam border
This tray works in a different way from the hard trays above. A carpeted surface sits inside a rubber water dam border. The size is 15 by 36 inches, and the maker is M+A Matting. Two patterns and five colors are offered.
The surface is solution dyed PET fabric with a bi-level design. The maker states that the surface filters debris and moisture away from shoes. The overall thickness is 3/8 inch, so doors clear it with ease. The backing is SBR rubber with a cleated grip.
Watch for the low profile. There is no tall lip to hold a deep pool of meltwater. The maker also notes that mat sizes are approximate, with a size variance of 3 to 5 percent.
7. Trimate All Weather Boot Tray — extra large recycled plastic tray with drainage ridges
The Trimate tray covers more floor than most picks here. It measures 40 by 20 inches, a wide fit for a mudroom wall. The tray is made from 100 percent recycled polypropylene in a grey finish.
A 1.25 inch raised lip runs around the edge. Ridges inside the tray lift boots up to drain, per the listing. The listing states that the tray rinses clean with water and a soft cloth after use.
This pick is multi purpose. The listing also names pet feeding and plant uses for the tray. Watch for the footprint, since a 20 inch width needs a deeper floor strip than most trays. Grey is the listed color for this size.
8. Stalwart All-Weather Boot Tray — compact hard plastic tray for one door spot
Stalwart sizes this tray for one door rather than a whole wall. The tray measures 23.75 by 15.5 inches, with a height of 1.25 inches. It is made from hard polypropylene in black, model 75-ST6014 per the listing.
A raised edge runs around the tray to hold water and dirt inside. The maker lists it for entryways, decks and patios, indoors and outdoors. The plain black finish suits a back door or a garage entry that sees daily boots.
Watch for the short length. At under 24 inches, two pairs of large winter boots will crowd this tray. Homes with three or more daily pairs should size up to a longer pick instead.
9. Ottomanson Multi-Purpose Boot Tray — light multi purpose tray with a raised edge
Ottomanson sells this tray as a multi purpose spill tray first. The size is 30 by 15 inches, and the tray is made from polypropylene. A raised edge of 1.2 inches runs around the base to hold drips in.
For entryway use, the listing names it as a boot tray and shoe drip mat. It catches snow melt and dirt at the door as boots dry. The listing also names pet feeding, litter boxes and plant watering as uses for it.
Watch for the light build. The listed weight is about 1.4 pounds, so a full tray of water needs two hands to carry. Care per the listing is a rinse with a garden hose, then hang dry.
10. SafetyCare Rubber Shoe and Boot Tray — set of two flexible rubber trays
This pick arrives as a set of two rubber trays. Each tray measures 32 by 16 inches. The maker states that the trays use weather resistant natural rubber with a flexible build that bends to fit a space.
Raised edges stand 1 inch high on each tray. The maker states that the edges hold melted snow, water and debris inside. Two trays let you run one at the front door and one at the back door.
This set is multi purpose. The maker also lists car, barn, pet bowl and plant uses for the trays. Watch for the care note, since the listing states the mat is not slip resistant when wet.
11. Matace Rubber Boot Tray — natural rubber tray with a non slip build
Matace makes this tray from rubber, and the listing names it as 100 percent natural rubber. The listing also calls the tray non slip and waterproof. It is sold for indoor and outdoor use by the front or back door.
The product data lists the tray at 29.52 by 15.74 inches, with a height of 1.18 inches. The listing title gives a slightly shorter length of 27.95 inches for the same tray. Check the size chart on the listing before ordering this one.
That size gap is the watch for here. Two figures appear on one listing, so measure your boots and your floor space first. The 1.18 inch height still gives a clear raised edge for meltwater.
12. tchdio Durable Rubber Boot Tray — flexible rubber tray that rolls up for storage
The tchdio tray is a flat rubber tray with a raised edge. The standard size is 27.5 by 16 inches. Retail coverage of the listing states that it is made from 100 percent natural rubber with a textured grip.
The same coverage states that this size fits up to three pairs of shoes. A larger 16 by 48 inch size is also sold for family use. The listing data names the tray as waterproof, washable and stain resistant for indoor use.
Watch for the missing lip figure. The maker listing does not state an exact lip height for this tray. Homes with heavy melt loads will suit a deeper tray with a stated rim better.
13. Finorder Multi-Purpose Boot Trays — set of two plastic trays with a raised texture
Finorder sells this pick as a set of two trays. Each tray measures 30 by 15 inches, with a height of 1.2 inches.
The trays are made from polypropylene plastic and sold for indoor and outdoor use. One tray suits the front door and one suits the back door.
A raised texture covers the base of each tray. The brand states that the texture leaves an air gap under shoes as they sit. Water drains away from soles, which helps boots dry faster between wears.
This set is multi purpose. The brand also lists pet bowls, litter boxes, plants and paint as uses. Watch for the shallow height on heavy snow days, and empty the trays often.
14. Litufim Boot Jack Tray — waterproof tray with a built in boot jack
This pick joins two tools in one piece. A boot jack sits inside a waterproof tray, so boots come off over the tray. The listing names this size as the dual pair size, made for 2 pairs of boots.
The tray measures 20.86 inches wide by 18.11 inches deep, with a height of 2.32 inches. The maker states that the jack removes boots without bending or using your hands. The build uses weather resistant materials for daily use in all seasons.
Watch for the deep footprint. At over 18 inches deep, it sticks out farther than a flat tray does. It suits a mudroom corner or garage door better than a narrow hall entry.
15. Dependable Industries Essentials 2 Pack Boot Tray — small trays for tight entry corners
These are the smallest trays in the roundup, sold as a pack of two. Each tray measures 16.5 by 12.5 inches, with a 1.2 inch raised edge.
The trays are made from waterproof polypropylene in black. The listing names small apartments, dorm rooms and laundry areas as fit spots.
One tray fits a single pair by a tight apartment door. If even that floor space is spoken for, the best slim shoe cabinets for small entryways guide covers storage that stands up instead of spreading out.
This pack is multi purpose. The listing also names pet bowls, plants, litter boxes and car trunks as uses. Watch for the single pair size, since family boots need one tray per pair here.
Start with the count of pairs that come home wet each day. Match that count to a tray length, then check the lip height. The best boot trays for entryways are the ones that fit your floor strip without blocking the door.
Water starts before the tray, at the door itself. A mat from our guide to the best coir doormats that trap dirt scrubs soles before boots reach the tray.
Rainy days add one more drip source by the door. Our roundup of the best umbrella stands for small entryways covers stands that catch those drips in a small footprint.
