The 10 Best Snowboard Step On Bindings & Boots of 2024
By: Landon Harmon: Data Specialist | September 28, 2023
If we’re being honest, we didn’t expect a resurgence in the step-on/step-in style binding market. But Burton has always been an innovator, and that legacy continues to this day. Over the years many binding and boot manufacturers have tried to varying degrees of success (and failure!) to figure out this problem. After designing a completely new step on bindings and step on boots system from the ground up, Burton has finally cracked the code. Their Step On system has all the convenience of previous iterations of this technology, with none of the functionality issues of years past.
New This Year:
The 2024 lineup continues to build on the strides made in offering step-on boots and bindings for both men and women, ensuring a tailored fit and enhanced functionality for all riders. The sustained effort in refining gender-specific models showcases a commitment to meeting diverse needs, providing a seamless and intuitive connection between the rider and the board. Whether tackling groomers or exploring off-piste terrains, the importance of a secure and comfortable boot-binding connection is paramount. For those in the market, considering the compatibility while buying snowboard bindings can significantly impact the riding experience. The 2024 collection of step-on boots and bindings epitomizes this blend of comfort, ease of use, and precise fit, making the step-on technology an appealing choice for riders aiming for a hassle-free and enjoyable time on the slopes.
This Year's Best Step On Bindings & Boots:
Burton Step On Bindings
Ever wish you bindings were a little less hassle to deal with? All that adjusting and fiddling - who needs it? The Burton Step On Snowboard Bindings have your back. Pair these bindings with some Step On boots to experience the simplest, most straightforward setup on the mountain. With Step Ons you can (surprise surprise) just step right onto your board and go, and they perform just as well as traditional bindings. They're crazy intuitive, and they give you a perfect connection to your board for easy all-mountain stylin'. No straps, all shred.
Danielle, Product Content Writer: "Ultimately, I’d primarily consider your riding crew and budget before purchasing the Step On Bindings. If your snowboard buddies rock traditional straps, you're just going to be waiting around anyway. But if your riding partners ski or like to explore the mountain without getting into anything too committing, give the Burton Step Ons a try."
Read Burton Step On Snowboard Bindings In-Depth Review
| Flex Rating | Binding Features | Original Price |
| Medium | 18% Short-Glass / Nylon Composite Baseplate | $299.95 |
Burton Step On Genesis Bindings
A step up from the basic Step On, the Burton Step On Genesis Snowboard Bindings are a bit stiffer, adding performance to their outstanding comfort and ease of use. All-mountain riding doesn't need to include fiddling with your straps, ever. The Step On Genesis is lighter than your last binding, more comfortable than all your friends' bindings, and simpler than every binding before it. Donate your strap bindings to charity, Step On is the future!
| Flex Rating | Binding Features | Original Price |
| Medium | 30% Short-Glass / Nylon Composite Baseplate | $379.95 |
Burton Step On Escapade Bindings - Women's
A step up from the basic Step On, the Burton Step On Escapade Snowboard Bindings are a bit stiffer, adding performance to their outstanding comfort and ease of use. All-mountain riding doesn't need to include fiddling with your straps, ever. If you add up all the time you've spent at the top of runs, squatting, plopping down onto your rear, de-icing buckles, and wasting energy on your strap bindings, you'd have an extra pow run per year. If you include all the time you wait for your crew to do the same, well, send them this link too. It's time to ditch the straps!
| Flex Rating | Binding Features | Original Price |
| Medium | 30% Short-Glass / Nylon Composite Baseplate | $379.95 |
Burton Ruler Step On Boots
The Burton Ruler Step On Snowboard Boots are the kings of the hill when it comes to comfort and ease of use. They feature an Imprint 2 heat moldable liner to get the fit the just right, and a Sequence Boa system to keep you locked and loaded. The medium flex is comfy and freestyle-ready, and best of all, the Rulers are part of Burton's Step On system, which means they're made to be paired with strapless and simple Step On bindings for impossibly easy on-the-fly use. Welcome to the future, my dudes.
| Flex Rating | Lacing System | Original Price |
| 6/10 | Boa® | $349.95 |
Burton Swath Step On Boots
With the combined power of a dual zone Boa system and Burton's Step On tech, the Burton Swath Step On Snowboard Boots might just be the easiest to use boots on the market. There's no straps or laces to worry about in your whole setup. Just slip your feet in, crank down the dials, and step on your board, and you're ready to start shredding. The dual zone Boa gets you the most precise fit available, and the Swath has a smooth medium flex that's perfect and comfy for all-mountain riding, park laps, and impromptu après dance parties.
| Flex Rating | Lacing System | Original Price |
| 5/10 | Boa® | $429.95 |
DC Phase Boa Pro Step On Boots
Combining the legendary comfort of DC boots with the unbeatable convenience of Step On was always going to be a winner. The DC Phase Boa Pro Step On Snowboard Boots are the latest addition to this burgeoning collaboration, and further proof that it's destined for the very top. Premium materials, great durability, and an awesome fit paired with click and rip simplicity make this the perfect choice for all mountain rippers at any ability level.
| Flex Rating | Lacing System | Original Price |
| 5/10 | Boa® | $399.95 |
Burton Felix Step On Snowboard Boots - Women's
Combining the legendary comfort of DC boots with the unbeatable convenience of Step On was always going to be a winner. The DC Phase Boa Pro Step On Snowboard Boots are the latest addition to this burgeoning collaboration, and further proof that it's destined for the very top. Premium materials, great durability, and an awesome fit paired with click and rip simplicity make this the perfect choice for all mountain rippers at any ability level.
Danielle, Product Content Writer: "The Burton Felix Step On Boots are great boots if you’re an intermediate-advanced rider interested in entering the Step On world. Burton only offers five Step On boots for women at this time, which likely covers most riders, but I, personally, would want a stiffer boot with Speed Zone laces and that does not exist at the time of writing this."
Read Burton Step On Snowboard Bindings In-Depth Review
| Flex Rating | Lacing System | Original Price |
| 6/10 | Boa® | $479.95 |
Burton Photon Step On Boots
We're still waiting on those hoverboards they promised us in the 80's, but the future has come to snowboarding and it goes by the name Burton Photon Step On Snowboard Boots. With a firm, responsive flex, the Photons cater to aggressive riders who like to stay in full control of their line, no matter where they point it. An Imprint™ 3 liner featuring Ultralon heat-moldable foam ensures these boots remain comfortable, warm and perfectly contoured to your feet, season after season. Burton Photons are synonymous with precision and control - these Step Ons are no different, they just add convenience to the mix!
| Flex Rating | Lacing System | Original Price |
| 6/10 | Boa® | $479.95 |
Burton Photon Step On Soft Boots
We're still waiting on those hoverboards they promised us in the 80s, but the future has come to snowboarding and it goes by the name Burton Photon Step On Snowboard Boots. With a firm, responsive flex, the Photons cater to aggressive riders who like to stay in full control of their line, no matter where they point it. An Imprint™ 3 liner featuring Ultralon heat-moldable foam ensures these boots remain comfortable, warm and perfectly contoured to your feet, season after season. Burton Photons are synonymous with precision and control - these Step Ons are no different, they just add convenience to the mix!
| Flex Rating | Lacing System | Original Price |
| 6/10 | Boa® | $479.95 |
Burton Ritual LTD Step On Snowboard Boots - Women's
What was it you don't like about snowboarding? Sitting in the snow to strap in, perhaps? Put that in the rear view mirror with the Burton Ritual LTD Step On Snowboard Boots (you'll need a compatible Step On™ binding as well) and connect to your board as quickly and easily as stepping on a crack. The Ritual LTD Step On boot is a great all-around freeride boot with a medium flex and dual BOA™ convenience and is a company-wide favorite at evo.
| Flex Rating | Lacing System | Original Price |
| 4-7/10 | Boa® | $429.95 |
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The Selection Process:
Our snowboard buyers have an endless amount of knowledge on all things snowboarding stemming from years of experience in the snowboard industry in tandem with their countless hours spent on slopes everywhere from groomers to the remote backcountry around the world. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
