I would categorize this boot as a "lightweight" winter boot. It seems like Crocs made this one look like those typical snow/winter/waterproof boots so I would naturally try to compare the Crocs boot with those boots.

Compared to "typical" winter/snow boots (which look similar) there are some major differences:
* this boot is not that tall so is not very efficient in deep snow conditions
* the sole is good, but not as "aggressive" as a heavy duty snow boot. Go on ice, though, and you'll end up on your rear end anyway, no matter what boot you have on...
* this boot is not as warm. It has some lining in it and it's good for most days but not for extreme cold.

However this boot has many advantages over your typical heavy, super warm winter boot:
* this boot is much lighter
* this boot is WAY more comfortable than heavy winter boots. You can have it on all day and just like many other Crocs, you don't want to take it off.
* I got this on sale for a very attractive price
* the fact that it's not as warm makes an advantage in "standard" winter (around freezing point).

Recently it has been around the 25-35 Fahrenheit around here with some light snow (a few inches) and I've been wearing these practically every time I go out. Even for work... (you guessed it - I don't work for a law firm...) They are so comfortable and easy to just slip into that I just can't imagine putting on any other show. They prove to be warm enough for this weather. I also wear them when I go skiing and they keep me warm and dry going through snowy parking lots. They are also a HUGE relief after wearing a ski boot for the whole day.