These boot stretchers did the job well. I have 4E wide feet so finding shoes and especially boots in my width is nearly impossible. I have two pairs of Allen Edmonds boots that are 3E and I was able to stretch them closer to a 4E. The nicest part of this item is the metal pressure point pads. If you have areas of your feet that need more relief, include those while stretching. I didn’t use any sprays to help, I just left them in for 24 hours. When putting the stretcher in your shoes/boots, make See full review