Pros/Cons of a Split CV Boot

I want to replace my torn inner boot on both my CV axles, Tacoma 2014.

After some research I've seen several types of boot replacement methods. The Split CV Boot seems like a cheap and efficient way to replace a CV Boot, but is it actually effective and will it last? If I could get a few years out of it that would be fine, not doing any heavy off-roading. Does anyone have any experience with these? Or should I go with the standard boot replacement? I know cleaning the old grease out is an issue but I'm open to suggestions.

$21 Bailcast CVS18 Universal Split Constant Velocity Joint Gaiter Boot Replacement Kit, Black

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0080DLLIY/

 

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Having used them in an emergency in the VW world, I'd say go with standard boots. It's hard to not get grease or dirt on the split boot when putting it over the axle. Any dirt/grease will cause the seam to not seal properly/glue not hold. Take the time and do it properly or do it again.

 

As a teenager, I did this repair on a Ford Explorer I owned. However the split boot design was different. It was more like the one I have linked where you adhere the two sides where one side fits inside a channel on the other side:

$30 Dorman 614-256 C.V. Joint Solvent Welded Split Boot Kit Front Outer Compatible with Select Models

https://www.amazon.com/Dorman-614-256-Constant-Velocity-Joint/dp/B000C0YAAO

^This design inspires more confidence than the one you posted OP. Also if it's not already obvious, this is not a Toyota boot.

Luckily this is your inner boot - but if you have a lift that's another reason to steer clear of this method. I'd really only resort to these if the joint is straight most of the time (or really-really only in an emergency).

Mine lasted several months - then my transmission died and I switched to JDM vehicles. The rest is history.

Anyway - now, being over a decade older, I'd buy a new boot and the boot stretching tool then re-pack the joint with grease. But that's only if for some reason I didn't want to replace the whole joint.