Best best shoes on Reddit
198 reviews from r/BuyItForLife, r/AskRunningShoeGeeks, r/PHRunners and 40 more subreddits
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#1
Hoka
4.5
(31)
"I love my HOKA Bondis! They last about 6 months as my primary work shoe."
"Hoka Mach 6 is what I usually wear to PT. Good cushion, good for speed work too."
"I switched to hokas when I started marathon running."
"I got HOKAs for Christmas and I would do a free commercial for them."
"Hoka bondi 9."
"I personally only use hoka gaviotta’s."
"They’re more slip resistant and comfortable than my crocs ever were."
"Hoka!!!"
"Best support."
"Would highly recommend you this."
#2
New Balance
4.7
(23)
"I second new balances! I personally like the 327s and the 574s."
"I really like my New Balance 530's I feel like I'm walking on a pillow."
"New Balances (2002r, 1906, 992, 993 or 990 series) are stylish and great for walking."
"I wear New Balance or Hoka."
"Squishy - 1080v13, 1080v14, more v4."
"992."
"993, but change out the factory insoles."
"You can try the 9060, or 990."
"I’m on my feet 12-14 hours a day, I wear new balance."
"New balance sc elite."
#3
Brooks
4.8
(19)
"I personally love the hyperion 2 GTS's, and can easily pull a fast 1.5 mile in them."
"My Brooks have been the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned."
"I can walk 15,000+ steps in them without getting achy feet."
"Brooks and eccos have worked wonders for me."
"Try brooks adrenaline gts."
"Brooks ghost are great."
"I use brooks ghost and my feet literally feel like i laid in bed all day."
"I would recommend brooks/hokas."
"I agree with Brooks athletic shoes."
"Brooks ghostmax."
#4
Skechers
4.4
(14)
"Skechers for me, can't beat them for comfort."
"Last 2 times to Europe Skechers slip ins."
"I walk 6-10 miles and my feet don’t hurt."
"They're very durable and comfortable."
"I can't recommend them highly enough."
"They last a good amount of time and aren't especially expensive."
"I'd highly recommend them!."
"I got the sketchers visionary essence just recently- wide fit so I had to size down from my normal shoe size."
"I suggest sketchers shoes, on average they last me a year."
"They last long and have ones which comes with orthopedic support."
#5
Asics
4.6
(13)
"I would go with the Asics Novablast 5 that is if there are stocks available."
"Or Asics Gel Nimbus."
"ASICS Gel Kayano. Highly recommend, lots of Cush for a heavy runner."
"Well I feel like a broken record but Asics Gel Kayano Ace is where it's at."
"The new asics gel nimbus 27 is good."
"I second the Nimbus."
"A pair of all black Nimbus 25 is still my go to for all my long and overnight shifts."
"That's all you ever need."
"ASICS is my final Answer!!"
"The nimbus."
#6
Nike
4.8
(9)
"I have Nike revolution 7s the wide toe box version."
"Try Nike Vomero 18."
"Nike Invincible Run 3."
"Nikes are the only shoes I can wear for a 10 shift."
"They are both very comfortable with good bounce and good impact protection"
"You can’t beat Vaporfly 2’s on tread in my humble opinion."
"If you want a really budget option, I recommend Nike Air Monarchs."
"You absolutely need the protective bounce on the balls of your feet."
#7
Altra
4.7
(7)
"The Escalante 4 is my go-to especially because now it comes in an all black color way so it looks a little more professional."
"Recently bought Altra Torin 8 and blown away. Natural toe box. Zero drop. So comfy."
"Altra is the best brand"
"I switched to Zero drop style sneakers by Altra and my feet problems went away."
"I now wear Altra exclusively for sneakers."
"Altras. I don’t think they come with arch support but you can put inserts in them."
"Check out Altra. It's a barefoot shoe with a wide toe box."
#8
Dansko
4.8
(6)
"Those are 2 options that provide different benefits."
"These brands have made a world of difference."
"Every waitress I ever worked with wore them and swore by them."
"They basically solved all my problems."
"Saved my feet when I was a barista."
"I had Dansko brand sneakers when I was working in the service industry. They held up well and were very comfy."
#9
Ecco
4.7
(6)
"They are the most comfortable i've had."
"Ecco Helsinki’s for sure."
"It's the only brand of dress shoes I'll buy even though they can't be re-soled by a cobbler."
"Ecco"
"They might be some of my favorite kitchen shoes ever."
#10
Adidas
4.5
(6)
"Adidas ultraboost has a wide heel and a big toe box."
"Really comfortable i can wear them 8-10 hours."
"They look similar enough and feel great for the gym."
"They're the same category."
#11
Birkenstocks
5.0
(4)
"They last forever and form to your feet so you get the support you need."
"Excellent arch support."
"Real life savers, I have no pain anymore."
#12
Oofos
4.5
(4)
"Oofos have been a game changer for me."
"The most comfortable shoes I have ever owned."
"Oofos are a great starting place."
"I'm not sure it’s quite a BIFL shoe."
#13
Xero
4.3
(4)
"Xero just re released the OG hfs model."
"Good all around shoe imo to start with."
"They're thin soled, breathable, and comfy."
#14
Merrell
5.0
(3)
"Merrells or Keens to work best for me."
"I think Merrells are the most comfortable."
"The most comfortable."
#15
On
5.0
(3)
"Also recommend the On Cloud Monster 2. Good cushioning and fast."
"On cloud eclipse."
"I like on1 cloud monsters."
#16
Kuru
4.7
(3)
"It's been amazing!"
"They are made specifically for this use case."
#17
Blundstone
4.7
(3)
"I like my Blundstones with an in-sole."
"Blundstone boot FTW!"
"I'm EYFS so we're outside in all weather."
#18
Jordan
5.0
(2)
"Heard a lot of good things about them."
"They have a ton of cushion."
#19
Bobux
5.0
(2)
"We got my daughter Bobux and Attipas and preferred the Bobux more!"
"We went with bobux for first shoes!"
#20
Chacos
5.0
(2)
"Chacos are the best, most comfortable I’ve ever worn."
"Chacos? I love mine."
#21
Clove
5.0
(2)
"I’ve personally heard great things about clove and hoka."
"HOKA. Altra."
#22
Anta
5.0
(2)
"That's a great price for a daily trainer & it's better than the shoes on your list."
"They are better on that price range. Anta, xtep, 361."
#23
Vans
5.0
(2)
"I’ve got several pairs and I’ve hiked half dome and other challenging routes."
"The best shoes I've worn so far are the Vans MTE 3 boots."
#24
Crocs
4.5
(2)
"Crocs with cashmere socks."
"Make some closed toe clogs what're pretty comfortable and non slip."
#25
MOZO
4.5
(2)
"These shoes will make you feel like you're walking in air."
"Chef shoes that are comfortable and last."
#26
Way of Wade
4.5
(2)
"Way of wade 10’s. The WOW all city series shoes are also great for dunking."
"Way of wade 10s are commonly agreed on to be pretty good."
#27
Hyperion
4.5
(2)
"I personally love the Hyperion Max 2’s for the treadmill!"
"I use lower-stack Hyperions for the treadmill."
#28
Puma
4.5
(2)
"It’s a great runner and firm enough to get the Job done."
"PumaGrip sticks to any surface."
#29
Lono
4.0
(2)
"Lono Flow for the gym."
"I think the Lono Flow deserves a look."
#30
Keen
4.0
(2)
"Most Keen shoes/boots are waterproof and work pretty well."
"If we're talking outdoors? Keen, Redwing, cat."
#31
Vivobarefoot
4.0
(2)
"I second Vivobearfoot."
"I also like to run in vivobarefoot primus."
#32
ASICS
5.0
(1)
"Almost all pro runners wear them for a reason."
#33
Cloves
5.0
(1)
"I finally caved and bought Cloves recently. I like them so far!"
#34
Freet
5.0
(1)
"Can't say enough good about them."
#35
Reef
5.0
(1)
"I don't do reef or rocks without them."
#36
Astral
5.0
(1)
"Good drainage and thermal properties, too."
#37
Nick's
5.0
(1)
"Comfortable and supportive."
#38
G/fore
5.0
(1)
"Are crazy comfortable."
#39
Shockwave
4.0
(1)
"The traction can withstand outdoor court, cushioning is responsive & solid impact protection."
#40
Redbacks
4.0
(1)
"A lot of people are suggesting red backs."
#41
WoW
4.0
(1)
"They have full length foam and rly good traction."
#42
Adios Pro 4
4.0
(1)
"I’m thinking about running it again this year and will probably go with the Adios Pro 4."
#43
Powerstep
4.0
(1)
"They are pricey but they've lasted two shoes."
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