Loafers reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 164 Reddit reviews across 21 subreddits and 38 posts to rank the best Loafers brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/malefashionadvice, r/mensfashion, r/ShopeePH, r/onebag, r/preppy. Top-rated brands include Alden (4.7/5), Rancourt (4.2/5), Grant Stone (4.5/5).
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Reviews164
Subreddits21
Posts38
Brands71
Products69
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#1
Alden
4.7
(18)
"Try Alden loafers in Van and Copley last. I can live all day in those."
"Alden is the gold standard."
"Alden LHS loafers fit wide."
"Buy a pair of Alden’s and you’ll have them for life. Just periodically resole them."
"I own second hand Aldens, Trickers, and some LL Bean loafers that were all resoled or rehabbed to some extent."
"Alden LHS, hands down..."
"Alden."
"Alden Leisure Handsewns. No joke they’re the best Ivy style/ casual loafer in the game."
"Alden. You have a couple of styles to pick from but all are iconic and they are never the wrong pick."
"Go with the Alden LHS (Leisure Hand Sewn). Not cheap but they'll last forever."
#2
Rancourt
4.2
(16)
"Easy. Rancourts: https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/collections/loafers"
"Rancourt beefroll penny loafers."
"Rancourt pennys. Truly the best."
"They both make loafers (and other similar styles) by hand in the USA (Maine)."
"Rancourt"
"Rancourt on eBay, but its gunna be tough for lightly used high quality anything for under $100."
"Rancourt."
"I have Rancourts, Oak Streets, Thursday boots loafers… Rancourts have a loooong wait time on most items (think 6 mos). They’re nice, but it just takes a long time."
"I only buy rancourt."
"Rancourts and Alden have held up very well for me."
#3
Grant Stone
4.5
(11)
"GRANT STONE LOAFERS are leagues better than hucci and other low quality lux brand shoes."
"I’ve had rancourt and Grant stone. Liked the former, love the latter."
"Grant Stone Traveler. The perfect loafer."
"I'm a big fan of the Grant Stone Traveler Loafer."
"I have Grant stone loafers in EEE in the suede and they are fantastic."
"My favorite daily loafer lol. Grant Stone Traveler loafer is my favorite shoe, and I’ve been a Goodyear welted shoe enthusiast for years."
"Meermin or Grant Stone will be your best bet in this range. ... whereas the finishing on the GS will be a little better."
"Grant Stone is a way better pick over Allen Edmonds IMO."
"Grant Stone for a dressier look"
"They go with everything."
#4
Loafers
4.1
(10)
"Look at Blackstock & Weber, and see the most stylish loafers money can buy."
"I would recommend Allen Edmonds. They have a lot of sales where you can get brand new loafers for $199."
"I just got some Meermin suede loafers. They are very reasonably priced and quite nice."
"I also have a pair of Olukai loafers that I use as 'casual' shoes."
"I really like the grant stone penny loafers. The design seems contemporary."
"Berwick 1707 makes great loafers."
"Bravest studios loafers are very unique."
"If you want new, Meermin has gotten pretty good reviews from others."
"I ended up buying some second hand loafers from depop and they've been great."
"J Crew loafers aren’t bad."
#5
Allen Edmonds
4.2
(9)
"I have two pairs of Randolph Loafers by Allen Edmonds, one in Brown and the other in Chili."
"I have confidently embraced Allen Edmonds Randolph Penny Loafers for the past few years."
"Some say their quality has declined in recent years, but I recommend Allen Edmonds."
"Allen Edmonds is high quality."
"Buy used allen edmonds on ebay."
"Allen Edmonds and Quoddy have worked for me."
"My short list would be gh Bass, Morjas, Allen Edmonds..."
"Edmonds has great loafers."
"Are my go to for this."
#6
Meermin
4.2
(5)
"Meermin or Grant Stone will be your best bet in this range. Meermin will be less expensive and has more loafer designs"
"Meermin is very good (no wide sizing)."
"If you’re looking for a budget alternative Meermin has a line of loafers that has a very close toebox to Alden."
"My short list would be gh Bass, Morjas, Allen Edmonds..."
"Meermin unlined loafers."
#7
G.H. Bass
4.2
(5)
"I have a pair off black bass weejuns that have the snake skin embossing. Love them."
"Go with G.H. Bass Weejuns. They are timeless classics."
"I like a GH Bass Weejun"
"My short list would be gh Bass, Morjas, Allen Edmonds..."
"I used to buy Bass Weejuns. Currently have a pair of Rancourt "Pinch" penny loafers which are pretty casual."
#8
Carmina
4.3
(4)
"Carmina provides the best value, especially when they’re doing a ‘buy shoes get a belt’ promotion."
"Or the Carmina"
"My short list would be gh Bass, Morjas, Allen Edmonds..."
"Take a look at Carmina."
#9
Clarks
4.0
(4)
"Definitely have a look at Clarks! They have 4 different widths for most styles I believe."
"Clarks dark suede desert boots will solve your problem."
"I would recommend Clarks, its a reputable brand and you get good value for money."
"The only brand I have come across is Clarks."
#10
Gucci
4.7
(3)
"No budget - Gucci Horsebit"
"I always take black suede Gucci loafers which look smart."
"Gucci horsebit"
#11
Astorflex
4.0
(3)
"I like my Astorflex. They have a few styles ranging from 198-250 but can be had on sale for < 150."
"Astorflex."
"Astorflex."
#12
Cole Haan
3.7
(3)
"Could also check Cole Haan."
"Check out Cole Haan."
"Can get cheaper deals at Cole Haan too"
#13
Quoddy
4.5
(2)
"Quoddy actually has their Made-to-order options now available directly on the website."
"I love Quoddy’s."
#14
Across
4.5
(2)
"Across Collection Sobrang daming kinds ng shoes, specifically loafers. Ang gaganda ng quality."
"I have pair from across and dr. martens dupe okay yung quality:price ratio nya. 500+ lang yan ang sulit na sulit ko na, almost 2 years ko na ginagamit for formal/office."
#15
Cydwoq
4.5
(2)
"I really enjoy my shoes and have had them for years, sometimes walking in the heels all day."
"Check out r/goodyearwelt for other quality options"
#16
Tod's
4.5
(2)
"Use Gucci or Tods drivers."
"Tods."
#17
Bared
4.0
(2)
"Bared loafers - chunky and like a driver’s loafer."
"Bared is really good for wide feet!"
#18
Crockett & Jones
4.0
(2)
"Alden or Crockett & Jones have both been good for me"
"Crockett and Jones. I wear my loafers in casual settings"
#19
Travelers
4.0
(2)
"I have two pairs of suede Travelers (espresso and loden) that I wear casually most of the time."
"They have broken in beautifully and are very comfortable."
#20
Ecco
4.0
(2)
"Ecco."
"Ecco is my go to"
#21
Morjas
4.0
(2)
"If you’re looking for more elegant loafers I’d also recommend Morjas and Grant Stone."
"My short list would be gh Bass, Morjas, Allen Edmonds..."
#22
Ferragamo
4.0
(2)
"I like Gucci and Ferragamo driving loafers"
"I wear my Ferragamo Gancini Loafers."
#23
Wydr Studios
4.0
(2)
"Specialise in wide fit shoes and have some nice loafers also."
"Wydr Studios creates leather loafers that are in EE!"
#24
Frankie4
4.0
(2)
"I like the poppy slip ons and the Luna biscuits."
"I recently bought the Frankie4 Saint Biscuit which I quite like."
#25
Jay Butler
3.5
(2)
"I like Jay Butler. They're a small dedicated loafer brand, go for $200 or so."
"Check out the options from Jay Butler, they're around $200."
#26
Cider
3.5
(2)
"Cider marami silang loafers and it is a good brand."
"Try checking these loafers from Cider!"
#27
Vinny's
5.0
(1)
"Vinny’s is a great Danish brand. Have two pairs - can heavily recommend."
#28
J.M. Weston
5.0
(1)
"I like J. M. Weston. Have had mine about 9 years and they’re still heavy in the rotation."
#29
Lifestride
5.0
(1)
"I have wide feet and just got some in nude/black from lifestride that come in wide and are fabulous."
#30
Naisan
5.0
(1)
"Naisan has the best but it is 650 yuan"
#31
BlkBrd
5.0
(1)
"If you are Indian, just get a pair of penny loafers from BlkBrd or Bridlen"
#32
Ralph Lauren
5.0
(1)
"Got some Ralph Lauren penny loafers off Amazon and they feel amazing."
#33
Quince
5.0
(1)
"Quince has AMAZING slug loafers. So comfortable and just the right weight."
#34
Rothy's
5.0
(1)
"I love my Rothy’s for work travel. Washable, the right match for my work’s level of formality."
#35
Horatio London
5.0
(1)
"I love Horatio London, I’ve tried multiple but bang for your buck I love them."
#36
Leonardo Shoes
5.0
(1)
"What do you think of a woven leather loafer like this one?"
#37
Jo Mercer
5.0
(1)
"I’m a recent loafer convert and I’m obsessed."
#38
Logan
4.0
(1)
"I was just browsing online and looked at the Logan Weejuns. These might be the option I go with."
#39
Adelante
4.0
(1)
"My wife bought me a pair of penny loafers from Adelante for Christmas that are pretty nice and comfortable."
#40
Berwick
4.0
(1)
"Berwick palma flex is good. most are $200 but some colours are on sale."
#41
Walk London
4.0
(1)
"Walk London does some nice budget friendly loafers."
#42
Cobbler Union
4.0
(1)
"Cobbler Union."
#43
Solovair
4.0
(1)
"Solovair. Decent quality at an affordable price point, and it's made in England!"
#44
Carlos Santos
4.0
(1)
"Carlos Santos tho."
#45
Lacoste
4.0
(1)
"Lacoste drivers are great for the summertime, for a more casual look."
#46
Paraboot
4.0
(1)
"Paraboot is great, highly recommended"
#47
Oxfords
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair of meermin oxfords and I’m a huge fan."
#48
Adelante Shoes
4.0
(1)
"I've been eyeing Adelante Shoes. Both mens' and women's styles can be ordered in a huge range of sizes and widths, and they have some cute loafers and slip-ons."
#49
Marquins
4.0
(1)
"Been using it for work daily and it’s been going well"
#50
J Dragon
4.0
(1)
"J Dragon has never failed me."
#51
iiJin
4.0
(1)
"There's a brand called iiJin that had some nice platform loafers."
#52
Vivobarefoot
4.0
(1)
"Vivobarefoot Ra III is great for a packable dressier shoe."
#53
Radical Yes
4.0
(1)
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#54
Rancourt & Co
4.0
(1)
"Check out Rancourt & Co -- they do all the classics."
#55
Noble Sole
4.0
(1)
"Noble Sole or Camper make more formal looking versions of these shoes."
#56
Rockport
4.0
(1)
"Try Rockport. I did a ton of research when looking at dress shoes."
#57
Spier & Mackay
4.0
(1)
"I just picked up a pair of their black loafers. The sizing/shape of them work well on me and they are softer/much easier to break in than Grant Stone."
#58
Algeria
4.0
(1)
"Years ago I had a pair of Algeria slip ons...Keli was the style...that were reasonably comfy."
#59
Cpoint Shoes
4.0
(1)
"Napansin ko mas mura sa physical branch nila pero not too bad na rin online price."
#60
Michaela
4.0
(1)
"Medyo hawig sa hinahanap mo"
#61
Celine
4.0
(1)
"They offer diff models"
#62
Commonry
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair from Commonry that fit me well"
#63
Mochi
4.0
(1)
"How about Mochi or ID?"
#64
ID
4.0
(1)
"How about Mochi or ID?"
#65
Sebago
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had some sebago loafers since the 90s - really nice casual all leather"
#66
Barker
4.0
(1)
"Check out r/goodyearwelt for other quality options"
#67
Vagabond Shoes
4.0
(1)
"They make the best loafers I've ever had."
#68
Baudoin et Lange
4.0
(1)
"Baudoin et Lange."
#69
IELGY
3.0
(1)
"Try checking these loafers from IELGY!"
#70
DressLily
3.0
(1)
"Try checking these loafers from DressLily!"
#71
Parisian
3.0
(1)
"Try checking these loafers from Parisian!"
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