Best best shoes on Reddit

162 reviews from r/BuyItForLife, r/AskRunningShoeGeeks, r/BBallShoes and 25 more subreddits

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#1

Hoka

4.6
(23)
"They’re more slip resistant and comfortable than my crocs ever were."
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"Hoka!!!"
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"Best support."
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"Hoka Clifton 9. So comfortable."
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"Would highly recommend you this."
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"I like hoka arahi 7 in wide."
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"You won't be disappointed."
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"I wear these."
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"They fixed my plantar fasciitis from standing at a job all day."
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"The best shoes that offered me support were the hoka bondis with compression socks."
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#2

New Balance

4.3
(15)
"I go with new balance."
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"New Balance for sure"
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"Any NB shoe, especially if you can get the 2E version"
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"If u can get the NB Hesi Low v2 get that."
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"NB Hesi low v2, NB TWO WXY V5, Nike Gt Cut Academy. All three are great shoes."
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"Super cushion-y and my feet feel great."
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"Have you tried New Balance shoes?"
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"My favorites are the Hesi low V2. Incredible shoe that fits great and has a stretchy and comfy toe box."
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"If you want plush feel. The New Balance fresh foam More V4 or V5."
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"New Balance 1080 v13. Great for recovery runs and walking."
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#3

Skechers

4.5
(14)
"I walk 6-10 miles and my feet don’t hurt."
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"It literally feels like walking on a cloud."
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"They're very durable and comfortable."
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"Looks like a pair of black shoes but essentially they are walking shoes."
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"I swear by my Skechers boots."
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"I can't recommend them highly enough."
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"They last a good amount of time and aren't especially expensive."
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"I'd highly recommend them!."
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"I suggest sketchers shoes, on average they last me a year."
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"They last long and have ones which comes with orthopedic support."
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#4

Brooks

4.6
(11)
"Brooks ghost max 1 or 2 are so comfortable."
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"And a custom orthotic from a doctor"
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"For sneakers."
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"I've gotten the best feedback with my running shoes."
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"Try shoes from Brooks, Saucony, & Asics."
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"Brooks or on cloud!"
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"Try Brooks running shoes as well."
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"Does help to a degree if you have PF."
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#5

Asics

4.6
(9)
"I second the Nimbus."
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"A pair of all black Nimbus 25 is still my go to for all my long and overnight shifts."
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"Asics Gel Nimbus 26/27"
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"That's all you ever need."
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"ASICS is my final Answer!!"
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"The nimbus."
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"Extremely comfortable."
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#6

Nike

4.6
(9)
"They are both very comfortable with good bounce and good impact protection"
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"They are both very comfortable with good bounce and good impact protection"
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"Great for long days walking and standing."
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"The Hesi 2 low, and the Dame 9. All are great."
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"Harden 8"
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"Lebron 22."
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"Similar feel to vans while being somewhat lighter."
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#7

Adidas

4.3
(6)
"I would consider the Cielo X1! The Speed 3 is my favorite training shoe of all time."
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"Dame 9"
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"I’m rocking all black Ultraboost 5X. Great grip for my profession."
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"They have a VERY rigid ankle support."
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#8

Dansko

5.0
(5)
"Those are 2 options that provide different benefits."
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"These brands have made a world of difference."
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"Every waitress I ever worked with wore them and swore by them."
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"They basically solved all my problems."
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"Saved my feet when I was a barista."
#9

Saucony

4.2
(6)
"They are like clouds."
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"Kinvaras are fine for me up to 6 or so miles."
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"Endorphin pro 3 are very similar to the speed 3’s if you like them."
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"Plenty of room to fit orthotics."
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#10

Altra

4.2
(5)
"I now wear Altra exclusively for sneakers."
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"Check out Altra. It's a barefoot shoe with a wide toe box."
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"Great all around shoe."
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"I could see them fitting your use depending on a few factors."
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"I really enjoy Altra provision though."
#11

Birkenstocks

5.0
(4)
"They last forever and form to your feet so you get the support you need."
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"Excellent arch support."
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"Real life savers, I have no pain anymore."
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#12

Merrell

5.0
(4)
"Comfortable to wear all day long."
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"Merrells or Keens to work best for me."
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"I think Merrells are the most comfortable."
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"The most comfortable."
#13

Oofos

4.5
(4)
"Will change your life."
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"The most comfortable shoes I have ever owned."
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"Oofos are a great starting place."
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"I'm not sure it’s quite a BIFL shoe."
#14

Puma

4.3
(4)
"Driving shoes have a very stiff sole for precise actuation of the pedals."
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"They are damn comfortable."
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"Really light in the feet and not bulky."
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"My favorite are my puma speedcats."
#15

Kuru

4.7
(3)
"It's been amazing!"
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"They are made specifically for this use case."
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#16

Keen

4.3
(3)
"I swear by Keen Targhee 3."
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"Most Keen shoes/boots are waterproof and work pretty well."
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"If we're talking outdoors? Keen, Redwing, cat."
#17

Xero

4.3
(3)
"Xero is my go-to brand, very wide and comfy, and they last forever."
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"They're thin soled, breathable, and comfy."
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#18

Vans

4.3
(3)
"There’s amazing."
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"The authentic ones have the thinnest sole."
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"Most comfy IMO."
#19

Converse

4.3
(3)
"They check literally every box for a driving shoe."
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"Super comfy, come in lots of colours."
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"The newer 70 series is pretty good."
#20

Superfeet

4.0
(3)
"Made a huge difference for me."
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"They work really well."
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"Any zero drop shoes with superfeet insoles."
#21

Bobux

5.0
(2)
"We got my daughter Bobux and Attipas and preferred the Bobux more!"
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"We went with bobux for first shoes!"
#22

Clove

5.0
(2)
"I’ve personally heard great things about clove and hoka."
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"HOKA. Altra."
#23

Way of Wade

4.5
(2)
"Way of wade 10’s. The WOW all city series shoes are also great for dunking."
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"Way of wade 10s are commonly agreed on to be pretty good."
#24

MOZO

4.5
(2)
"These shoes will make you feel like you're walking in air."
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"Chef shoes that are comfortable and last."
#25

Ecco

4.5
(2)
"They are the most comfortable i've had."
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#26

Lono

4.0
(2)
"Lono Flow for the gym."
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"I think the Lono Flow deserves a look."
#27

Nick's

5.0
(1)
"Comfortable and supportive."
#28

G/fore

5.0
(1)
"Are crazy comfortable."
#29

Muck

5.0
(1)
"Undeniably VERY effective."
#30

On Cloud

5.0
(1)
"Kept my feet dry and were comfortable all day."
#31

Dr. Martens

5.0
(1)
"It was the best investment."
#32

Bistro Crocs

5.0
(1)
"Bistro Crocs rule."
#33

Topo

5.0
(1)
"They immediately became my favorite shoe for everything."
#34

Rivers

4.0
(1)
"Grippy enough"
#35

Mizuno

4.0
(1)
"Another good option is mizuno elite tf boots."
#36

Birkenstock

4.0
(1)
"They’re pretty dang comfy."
#37

Columbia

4.0
(1)
"My last 3 have been Columbia."
#38

Saguaro

4.0
(1)
"Saguaro really do the job for me in the gym!"
#39

OnCloud

4.0
(1)
"I like OnClouds."

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