8 Best Waterproofing Sprays

With fishing, we're susceptible to all wet environments, and keeping ourselves dry or protected from any moisture could be challenging. We cannot merely rub it and hope for the sun to dry it out. Well, it could get very uncomfortable, am I right?

Water repellants or waterproofing sprays could make a massive difference in keeping you dry at all times. Waterproof Sprays create a barrier between you and any moisture. Simply apply or spray it on your clothing, fishing gear, and accessories, and you're ready to face the waters.

Applying these waterproofing sprays is perfect for all adventures -- whether you're up for an early walk in the woods, which can be wet due to the dewy trees and branches. But, mostly, this product comes into play while fishing since it protects you from any splashes out on the water.

Looking for the best waterproofing spray is also another challenge. Some products could leave you scratching your head. Hence, we've curated the best waterproofing spray that works perfectly and helping you decide on what to buy.

8 Best Waterproofing Sprays

1. Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water Repellent
$15.95
2. Nikwax TX.Direct Spray-On Waterproofing
$8.54
3. Kiwi Boot Waterproofer - Tough Silicone Waterproof Spray for Boots
$141.07
4. Grangers Tent + Gear Repel/with Added UV Protection
$15.47
5. Nikwax TX. Direct Wash-in Waterproofing
$14.95
6. Gear Aid Revivex Instant Waterproofing Spray
$9.95
7. Scotchgard Outdoor Water Shield
$72.99
8. Sof Sole Silicone Waterproofer Spray for Boots
$14.99
1

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water Repellent

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water RepellentKiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water Repellent comes with a unique coverage property and offers tough silicone protection. The product's unique formula bonds well with leather or fabrics, creating a powerful water barrier. The package comes with 10.5g worth of formula and a precise spraying nozzle to ensure the right amount of product is applied when used. This water repellent from Kiwi is ideal for tents, tarps, boots, hunting apparel, and many more.

Pros

  • Great holding property
  • Repels liquid good
  • Works well with almost all material

Cons

  • Online product
  • Warranty differs from place to place

Our Take

The Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water Repellent works well if applied correctly. It's unique formula bonds combines well with any material and provides an extremely tough water barrier. What's interesting with this water repellent is its coverage span. You can also apply a second coating after four hours for maximum protection. To ensure that the product lasts longer, make sure that the item is clean and dry. However, don't use this product for delicate leathers and suedes.

2

Nikwax TX.Direct Spray-On Waterproofing

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water RepellentThe Nikwax TX.Direct Spray-On Waterproofing is mainly designed for garment materials such as outing tents, sleeping bags outing jackets. It is a biodegradable product with 0% PFCs and VOCs sent or optical brightness. This product comes in a different variant for different materials — the product weight around 12.8 ounces.

Pros

  • Excellent repellent property
  • PFC-free product
  • Available in 1 liters pack

Cons

  • A bit costly
  • The repellent property vanishes once washed

Our Take

The Nikwax TX.Direct Spray-on Waterproofing is one of our go-to products for garment waterproofing. It's perfect for rain and ski jackets, synthetic sleeping bags, or anything made in fabric.

3

Kiwi Boot Waterproofer - Tough Silicone Waterproof Spray for Boots

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water RepellentKiwi boot waterproofer provides silicon protection for work outside. The product has a unique property than bonds the leather and different fabric material, and it also create an extremely tough water barrier. That blocks any liquid. It works on any working boots. It also protects the hunting and hiking shoes.

Pros

  • Works great for heavy shoe
  • Tough silicon covers
  • Powerful protection up to 15 days
  • Heavy duty water repellent
  • Long-lasting water resistance

Cons

  • Light-colored shoe can be a problem
  • Return facility not available

Our Take

The product works great. Just follow the instructions of how to use the product; you will get 100% satisfaction. I doubted applying it on my hunting boots, yesterday I went hunting, and the flooded condition of the jungle made me worry about my shoes. Will it work? Passing through puddles after puddles, I noticed that my shoe was not wet at all. It was like I was walking on a clear path with no obstacles. It also protected my shoe from getting wet. I would suggest you get hands-on this product.

4

Grangers Tent + Gear Repel/with Added UV Protection

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water RepellentThe product is imported and is excellent repellent with the Uv protection property added in it, and The product is VOC free and is eco-friendly. The product promises 100% satisfaction. The product comes in 16.9oz.

Pros

  • Easy to apply
  • After the second coating, this gets more protective
  • Provides UV protection

Cons

  • A bit expensive
  • The smell can be unpleasant

Our Take

I like hiking and being a hiker I have to face may weather condition, the main thing for a hiker is its backpack and shoes, Grangers is a trusted brand and preferred to all I sprayed it on my jacket my bag and my shoe, this worked perfectly fine leaving no sign of any wet stain on any of my sprayed accessories. I will personally recommend this product to all.

5

Nikwax TX. Direct Wash-in Waterproofing

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water RepellentThe product repels water and provides satisfaction to the user can be used in all kind of outdoor fabrics such as sleeping bags, tents, hiking bags, and so on. Machine wash is safer and more comfortable. The repellent property stays for a reasonable period; the product weight is around 10.6 ounces.

Pros

  • Great in use
  • Easy to apply
  • Trusted brand
  • Available in one liters pack

Cons

  • A bit costly
  • Not available in many places

Our Take

Be sure you read the direction of how to apply it properly, going through the reviews I thought this product would not be right. Still, as I used the product I was satisfied, I had used this product on my school bag, yesterday while coming back from school I was stuck in heavy rain I was thinking about how the product would work. As I reached home, I checked my bag, and it was all fine books inside the bag was totally dry. I will suggest this product.

6

Gear Aid Revivex Instant Waterproofing Spray

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water RepellentGear Aid Revivex Instant Waterproofing Spray is a very good and easy to use, it comes with a suitable waterproofing property, this product works well with almost all kinds of material. The material must be thoroughly dry before spraying — the product weight around 3.52 ounces.

Pros

  • Quick dry
  • Multi-purpose
  • Safe for all fabrics
  • Protects in all the seasons

Cons

  • Not available in many places
  • Warranty differs from place to place

Our Take

Works well I had coated my hiking boots and my hiking bag with this, and the result was outstanding, keep in mind that the material you are spraying on must be really dry and must not have any wet stains this may mark you with the product lossThe quantities of the product is also reasonable. I would highly suggest you buy this product at a low price tag. This is worth to buy.

7

Scotchgard Outdoor Water Shield

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water RepellentThis product is available in a pack of two. Weighs 10.5 ounces has the property one spray coverage; it also maintains fabric breathability. Ones sprayed does not take much time to dry.

Pros

  • One coat coverage
  • 100% satisfaction
  • Works on almost all materials

Cons

  • Not available in many places

Our Take

This product saved my favorite jacket which is very close to me after spraying it I left if in my backyard and forgot to bring it back inside my house. There was heavy rain which left none of my clothes hanging outside dry worrying about my jacket; I went outside to give a check I was shocked. The outfit was dry; there was not a single wet stain of water that seemed that the jacket must have kept under the sun, one looking for a good waterproofing spray must purchase this.

8

Sof Sole Silicone Waterproofer Spray for Boots

Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water RepellentSpecially designed for boots, this product works great with its functional holding capacity. The product gets imported, and the 12% silicon formula acts as a barrier that repels the water. It can get in use for hiking and outdoor activities.

Pros

  • Silicon protection
  • Ideal for long trips
  • Great in use

Cons

  • Not available in many places

Our Take

I have a pair of my favorite hiking shoe and had used this product on it. It worked good, leaving no sign of wetness; this product gets highly recommended to all the price tag is also not a big issue at a low price segment; this is a fantastic product to go for.

Joshua Keaton
Joshua Keaton

Joshua is our senior staff writer for Fishing.org and Shooting.org. He is an avid hunter, clay shooter and amateur photographer.