How we chose
Our team works with clients every day to test and wear this kit on real sites, and we listen to their feedback alongside what people say online and on review sites. We bring it all together so you get clear, honest information to pick the right product for you.
Using our supplier certification data, we read EN 14404 knee protection (Type 2, pad in a trouser pocket) and, on hi-vis picks, the EN ISO 20471:2013+A1:2016 and read each one's class: 1, 2 or 3, set by the minimum area of fluorescent background and retroreflective tape (Class 3 is the most conspicuous). We also read the women's cut, fabric weight in gsm, fibre blend and stretch from supplier specifications.
Every pick is active and in stock, with clear photos and sizes available. Scores weight review quality (38%, a Bayesian average rating), review volume (17%), our product research (30%: trade bestseller signals, price against the market, colour range and verified standards), photo coverage (8%) and size availability (7%). We only show verified ratings and review counts, with links, we pick no more than two products per brand, and every review summary is written in our own words.