Four options, one useful comparison

Start with fit and collar height. A waterproof label does not make these four configurations interchangeable, and a taller collar is not proof of better grip or injury protection.

Product	Cut and fit	Main distinction	Before choosing	Where to buy
ProductKEEN Men’s Targhee IV Mid Read the men’s Mid review	Cut and fit Men’s fit; Mid boot.	Main distinction More coverage around the ankle.	Before choosing Check heel hold and whether the collar feels comfortable when bending.	Where to buyView on Amazon.ca
ProductKEEN Women’s Targhee IV Mid Read the women’s Mid review	Cut and fit Women’s fit; Mid boot.	Main distinction More coverage around the ankle.	Before choosing Compare the selected size with your usual hiking socks; do not transfer fit reports from the men’s version.	Where to buyView on Amazon.ca
ProductKEEN Men’s Targhee IV Waterproof Shoe Related men’s Mid review—not a low-shoe test	Cut and fit Men’s fit; low shoe.	Main distinction Lower collar for buyers who prefer less ankle coverage.	Before choosing The inspected Amazon offer selected a wide size. Check width as well as shoe size before ordering.	Where to buyView on Amazon.ca
ProductKEEN Women’s Targhee IV Waterproof Shoe Related women’s Mid review—not a low-shoe test	Cut and fit Women’s fit; low shoe.	Main distinction Lower collar for buyers who prefer less ankle coverage.	Before choosing Check collar comfort and heel movement; a Mid-boot review is not evidence of identical fit in this shoe.	Where to buyView on Amazon.ca

When to choose a Mid boot

Choose the Mid cut if you prefer a collar around the ankle and want to compare a boot rather than a low shoe. Try bending, climbing a step and walking downhill: extra coverage is only useful if the collar does not rub and the heel remains secure. Do not buy a larger size simply to gain width.

When to choose a low shoe

Choose the low cut if you prefer less material around the ankle. Pay attention to the opening: water entering over the collar can still wet the inside. The linked Mid reviews provide related background, but their fit, weight and handling conclusions should not be treated as tests of these low shoes.

Fit and specification boundaries

Men’s and women’s labels identify the listed fit, not a warmth or quality ranking. Match the selected size, width and colour to the item in your cart. Any weight comparison needs the same basis—one shoe versus a pair, and a stated sample size. We do not rank these options using incomplete weight fields.

KEEN’s women’s Mid product page documents KEEN.DRY waterproofing, direct-attach construction and a roomy forefoot. These design features do not establish how the boot will fit every foot or how long a particular pair will last.

Buying and evidence notes

The four untagged Amazon.ca destinations were checked manually on September 26, 2026 and identified the listed Targhee IV configurations. The selected variants were orderable at that time. This was a listing snapshot, not confirmation that every size, width or colour is available.

Prices are not reproduced here because the selected variant and seller can change. Confirm the delivered price, seller, return terms and exact configuration on Amazon.ca. We have not conducted a controlled four-way waterproofing, traction or durability test, so this page does not assign a performance winner.

For a broader shortlist across brands, read our waterproof boots buying guide.

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