Not all hunting boots are well suited as hiking boots. Hiking boots are just built to hike, whereas hunting boots are made with hunters and hunting rigors in mind. Both hiking and hunting boots offer great support to help give you stability and traction while you trek through woods and uneven surfaces. The hiking boot is preferred by some hunters who take long walks through the woods.
Hunters need a boot to stay dry or keep their feet warm when they're not moving since they often hike long distances or sedentary for long periods.