Sock Slider is a device that helps put on and remove socks or shoes. Does it work? Read our Sock Slider review.
Where to Purchase
Sock Slider can be found on Amazon at this link. You may also still find it in stores in the As Seen on TV aisle. There was an official website (discussed below) that sold it, but that now forwards to the same Amazon link listed above.
About Sock Slider
Sock Slider is a compact invention that holds, expands, and opens socks (or shoes) so you can slide your foot into it without bending over. It can also be used for removal. The product website was sockslider.com, which was first registered in February 2017. The screen shot below shows how the product website looked in March 2017. As of this June 2020 update, that domain now forwards to an Amazon listing for the product.
Claims & Features
- Puts your socks on without you having to bend over
- Cradle design expands and holds sock open at perfect position
- All you have to do is slide your foot in
- Also aids in sock removal
- Can also be used to put shoes on
- Packs up for portability
Sock Slider Review
Do you find the everyday task of putting on socks to be problematic? The makers of Sock Slider may have just the item for you.
Sock Slider is a plastic device which allows you to don socks more easily. To use Sock Slider, you simply place your sock over the cradle, then place it on the floor (which can be facilitated by its extension handle), and place your foot through the sock. The handle can also be used to remove socks or double as a shoe horn.
This device is said to work with ankle socks, dress socks, athletic socks, and even compression socks. In my tests (that you can watch below), I found that short socks are a breeze, but longer socks were considerably more work, as were compression socks.
This type of product is ideal for those suffering from back, knee, hip, and leg limitations. The ability to easily put socks on can be a compelling reason to consider Sock Slider, or other devices of this type.
Sock Slider should work well for anyone who uses short socks, such as those that go to your ankle or slightly higher. Longer socks and compression socks seem to be a bit more problematic because you must wrap more of the sock around the opening, which can be difficult. I think the mixed reviews for sock slider can be explained by the fact that different sock lengths are easier or harder for some people. Thus, those who use longer socks or compression socks probably like Sock Slider less than those who wear short socks.
Another issue to consider is that of socks being stretched out, which I can see happening quite easily. This seems to be a deal-breaker for some users, but not a problem to others.
June 2020 Update
Sock Slider currently holds a 3.8 star rating on Amazon. You may want to peruse user comments there before making your purchase decision. It is not something I continued to use, as I had no need for it, and I found the process to be cumbersome. My back goes out a couple of times a year, which makes putting on socks very difficult for me. I did try Sock Slider during one of those instances, and found that it caused as many problems as it prevented. There may be some consumers who this benefits, but I did not find it useful when I needed it most. Your mileage will certainly vary.
Alternatives
It may come as no surprise that there are numerous sock aid products on the market, ranging from $10-$20. You may want to consider the $10 SockAid, which is quite highly rated among over 7,000 consumers.
Video Review
Below is my full video review of Sock Slider.
Your Sock Slider Reviews
What do you think of Sock Slider? Tell me what you think in the comments below.
Updated June 2020.
My mom had one, she tossed it after a week. It looks like a product that would help some folks, but after about two uses your socks are all stretched out.
This really sucks you take your time putting the sock on the holster you could been have put your socks on your own feet!!!!!!! #SUCKS.
What a waste of money. I only wear shorter socks and it doesn’t work with them. There is nothing to hold the sock on. When you put your toe in the sock slides off before it goes over your heel, so you have to bend over to put the sock over your heel. Why put out a defective product like this? Please do not buy this.