Walking Shoes reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 662 Reddit reviews across 63 subreddits and 116 posts to rank the best Walking Shoes brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/TravelHacks, r/walking, r/PlantarFasciitis, r/adultingph, r/AskPH. Top-rated brands include Hoka (4.5/5), Brooks (4.6/5), New Balance (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews662
Subreddits63
Posts116
Brands40
Products69
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By Brand
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#1
Hoka
4.5
(121)
"Hokas as amazing! I love them (5’2”) and my very very tall nine year old daughter (4’11”) wears a YOUTH size 4. ... We wear them traveling and did 7 days at Disney World and were super impressed."
"I wore Hoka bondi 7s when I went to Italy, never had a problem."
"Wife is a nurse. Got her a pair of Hoka and On cloud to rotate. She loves them both for high step on your feet all day work."
"Hoka Bondi are perfect for my wide feet."
"And also Hoka Clifton 9 this year ko lang rin sya natry"
"Hoka para kang naglalakad sa kudson. It prevent me from getting shin splint din."
"Hoka Clifton. Good arch support and cushion."
"Try these: Hoka Bondi 8, Asics Gel Nimbus 26, Nike Invincible 3 and On Cloudmonster."
"While it differ between people I’ve never had a shoe as comfy as hoka."
"Hoka Bondi are my fave walking shoes… amazing really."
#2
Brooks
4.6
(88)
"I’d recommend any of the Brooks Ghost series walking shoes. I have 2 pairs and they’re great."
"Brooks Ghost. High heel to toe drop and the padding around the heel area is thick and cushy. Can’t recommend these enough."
"I use two pairs of walking shoes: Skechers MC for my treadmill, and Brooks Ghost Max 2 for outdoors. I love both of them immensely."
"Brooks Glycerine are my go to shoes."
"Brooks glycerin!"
"Brooks Glycerin. Discovered this brand recently from fellow walkers. For reference, I walk a minimum of 10 miles a day on pav d roads/walkways."
"Brooks Ghost Max, Karhu Mestari Run, Skechers"
"Brooks ghost are great walking shoes."
"I’m a fan of Brooks Ghost."
"Seconding. Brooks are great."
#3
New Balance
4.5
(76)
"I swear by them, idk if they sell them smaller than a 5, but they fit my tiny feet so well. I have tried other sneakers, and even different versions, and I only like these, your feet will never hurt. Please consider them, I can't recommend them enough."
"New Balance is all he'll wear. I have a pair as well and I've worn them right down."
"Asics or NB, have worn then for 12+ hrs with lots of walking, feet still feel good"
"NEW BALANCE!! Period. I’m a field nurse na nakaka 12-15k steps a day. Everytime na uuwi ako from work di ako ganun ka pagod dahil sa shoes."
"NB 990 (super pricey but worth it)"
"NB327 my fav"
"New balance. Kala ko dati hype lang pero nung tinry ko super comfy talaga."
"I dont own these but I have a nb 1080 and i love them lol."
"Real walkers know new balance 990 is the way."
"The New Balance 1080 V14s have more stability than the 1080 V13s, which a lot of people like."
#4
Skechers
4.4
(53)
"Sketchers. 100%"
"Sketchers GoWalk. Magaan sa paa"
"Skechers GoWalk. Comfortable sa mahabang lakaran at mahabang tayuan."
"I only stick to Sketchers. Last pair I wore for about 2 years. Got a new pair few months ago, Go Walk, and they’re also amazing!"
"Believe it or not, Skechers with foam soles are amazing for that type of things."
"The memory foam healed my super sore foot from walking on flat shoes."
"[Skechers Go Walk]. I suggest you go sa store para matry mo magsukat at ifeel yung memory foam na syang best feature ng shoes nila"
"Two people in my family have had great success with Skechers Arch Fit shoes."
"Skechers step ins are great. Bought a pair recently and was doing around 21000 steps a day and no sore feet at all."
"I love them!"
#5
Nike
4.3
(37)
"Vomero 18. I can't believe how comfortable they are. The bounce IS REAL"
"I bought another vomero cos i was obsessed. didnt feel a thing walking 20k steps in europe"
"I alternate between these 2 shoes: New Balance Fresh Foam X More v5 and Nike Vomero 18."
"I got these from Amazon, very comfortable and durable."
"This was something that he was most comfortable with"
"They’re really great shoes."
"Nike pegasus are the best."
"If you have the budget go for vomero 5's."
"I found that they do, indeed, work great!"
"Super comfy ang"
#6
Adidas
4.4
(33)
"Adidas Ultraboost comes in a size one and they have a lot of room for tired feet ... really comfortable"
"Adidas Ultraboost and adidas 4D"
"Or Ultraboost"
"Adidas ultra boost. I’m on my 5th pair- they are amazing in my opinion."
"Adidas ultraboost. wait till boxing day for sales."
"The softest I have ever worn."
"Adidas ultraboost"
"I have a pair of Adidas Ultraboosts that are really comfy."
"These are our favourite by far."
"Adidas Ultraboost! 😊"
#7
Asics
4.5
(28)
"Asics!!!! Sayang last year ko lang sya natry. Di talaga sumasakit paa ko for long walks"
"Asics or NB, have worn then for 12+ hrs with lots of walking, feet still feel good"
"I wear asics. My mom has plantar fasciitis and wears asics everyday."
"ASICS for walking and running."
"Asics for sure!"
"ASICS!!"
"If you want to look stylish get the Steve Madden ones. They’re comfy and I’ve owned two pairs already."
"They are very comfortable to walk all day and go with lots of outfits."
"Asics or Altra"
"I’m very happy with them."
#8
Altra
4.5
(27)
"Altras fit my Fred Flintstone (I'm female) feet better than any other brand. I own several pairs."
"I love Altras as well. They fit my Fred Flintstone feet very well."
"I like Altra Lone Peak hikers for putting in serious miles on the trail."
"I love my altras and have a variety of Birkenstocks."
"Altra Olympus or lone peak."
"Altra, standard toe box sized."
"They do a wide toe box and are usually zero drop."
"I'm a big fan of Altra shoes. I primarily use them for hiking and trail running but also like them for walking."
"For anyone googling this in a few years, I went with Altras and they are amazing."
"Both brands have great, wide toe boxes and minimal drop."
#9
Allbirds
4.6
(21)
"When I went to Italy last summer all of my girl friends recommended Allbirds."
"They have some of the most comfortable shoes I’ve worn."
"They’re lightweight, breathable, and *super* comfortable, especially for walking all day."
"Good pair of all-day sneakers that offer the support of walking boots but are more stylish."
"They’re insanely comfortable because of their soft, breathable material."
"Allbirds."
"For stylish yet comfortable walking shoes, consider brands like Allbirds."
"Shout out to Allbirds! They're super comfy, come in tons of colors & styles."
"Allbirds"
"I’ve been to Europe twice and Japan once with Allbirds Tree Runners."
#10
ON
4.6
(17)
"ON and Hoka are my go to shoes when I travel to Mexico."
"Another vote for On shoes."
"On Cloud 5"
"Love my On Cloud 5."
"ON are the best I’ve ever owned."
"I bought a pair of ON cloud 5s and they were perfect for our trip to Rome and Italy!"
"I’m loving my on clouds."
"I prefer On Clouds. My husband prefers Hokas. Both are great!"
"Both workers emphatically recommended Cloud 5."
"They are heaven!! I highly recommend!"
#11
ASICS
4.8
(13)
"Try these: Hoka Bondi 8, Asics Gel Nimbus 26, Nike Invincible 3 and On Cloudmonster."
"Asics gel kayano 31- soft +stability"
"Very supportive."
"It’s a very cushioned stability shoe."
"They’re like walking on a cloud."
"I also recommend the aiscis gel kayano if you're looking for a tennis shoe."
"Wore them on a recent trip to Washington DC."
"Really wide foot - I go extra wide at true to size."
"Try Gel Kayano for long distance or Gel Nimbus for running."
"Asics Gel Kayano athletic shoes works really well with the Plantar Fasciitis."
#12
Ecco
4.4
(13)
"My vote is Ecco."
"ECCO make great shoes - when I had plantar fasciitis their arch support was essential."
"Ecco is super comfortable."
"ECCO are fantastic at arch support and make a range of walking shoes."
"Ecco make shoes that look good and are very comfortable for walking on the street."
"Ecco makes nice boots lined with goretex."
"Ecco."
"They're goretex and super comfy."
"Which are so comfortable and give a bit of ankle coverage."
"They do the job of keeping my feet dry."
#13
Merrell
4.3
(12)
"My choice for last 6 years, never failed."
"They do not bother them. To me, they are worth the investment."
"Merrells"
"Merrell."
"Merrell’s are good for me too but I wear those for work. They are also not a sneaker."
"I tried both, the Keen and Merrell, at the store and Keen had a wider toe area. Both are great brands tho."
"They tend to be wider than average and are well padded so they're warmer."
"Merrel, et al make great Vancouver walking shoes."
"I’m trying a pair of Merrells this year and so far, I’m really impressed."
"Water repellent Merrell hiking shoes."
#14
Birkenstock
4.7
(11)
"Birkenstocks for the win. They make all styles and types, not just sandals."
"If it is warm climate Birkenstock!"
"I have these and also go for a lot of long walks."
"I have lived in my Birkenstock Bend Low sneakers."
"They were absolutely perfect for a week of walking up and down steep hills."
"Walked 140,000+ steps in them this week and will never buy another kind of shoe."
"Birkenstocks have a ton of support"
"Birkenstocks also work"
"Birks worked well for me."
"He likes wearing Birkenstocks and tevas."
#15
Vessi
4.4
(11)
"I love my Vessi’s! I have dogs and it’s so nice to not constantly have wet socks!!"
"They ended up being perfect because it poured when we were in Athens."
"Try them out."
"Waterproof and comfortable. I have 6 pairs in various styles."
"They’re waterproof so I don’t have to worry about water rides or if it rains."
"I have some Vessis that I like... they are great and way cheaper than the real thing."
"Vessi!"
"Vessi!"
"Vessi’s are good, but will only last you a year with constant wear."
"I've been happy with my Vessis for easy neighborhood/trail walking."
#16
Vionic
4.6
(10)
"Vionics. Three days in Edinburgh and we're never uncomfortable."
"These are the only things I can wear without pain."
"Vionic."
"Fantastic for arch support and never hurt my feet."
"Hands down, Vionic. They have incredible arch support, which helps your foot placement as you walk."
"Vionic brand shoes are awesome."
"Vionic. Even just buy the insoles ($40 on amazon) and put them in any pair of shoe and voila!"
"If you need good arch support, Vionic shoes are great."
"I would recommend getting something that offers arch support and has a soft insole."
"I’ve had good luck with Vionic and Taos."
#17
Ryka
4.4
(7)
"Try Ryka. They have wide width and no need to break them in. I walked 13 miles in one day right after I bought them and I had zero pain in my feet."
"For the last few years I've been using Ryka. I like them because the toe area is better for me. They are super comfortable and I often go over 20k steps a day in them."
"I just got this brand ryka! I love them."
"Take a look at Ryka."
"Try Rykas!"
"Super comfy, I walk around my home city in them for hours."
"Rykas walking shoes."
#18
Saucony
4.4
(7)
"My Hobbit feet love Saucony’s and I got a pair of Hoka’s (a little less cushion than my Saucony’s) that fit nice too. My Saucony’s are also usually their “Guide” series."
"My Saucony’s are the best."
"Saucony's are perfect for long treks."
"Saucony and Altra are usually wide enough w/o buying the wide width."
"I second Saucony"
"Try saucony’s Guide or Brooks or Hoka Arahi"
"I love Saucony. They are pricy but watch for coupons and sales!"
#19
Orthofeet
4.3
(7)
"Orthofeet.com !"
"Orthofeet"
"Check out this resource. I’ve purchased several shoes and they also sell wide sizes."
"Orthofeet also includes arch supports and two thicknesses of insoles to tweak fit."
"I found a great pair through Orthofeet but it’s been discontinued. Worth taking a look though."
"Have lots of comfy shoes"
"For the past two years, I've been wearing Orthofeet shoes along with custom insoles."
#20
Keen
4.3
(7)
"Keens are what my daughter buys for the giant theme park days."
"If you are female and if it is a warmer place, you might try teva or keen sandals, specifically black sandals."
"I alternate a pair of Keen hiking shoes and a pair of Dansko lace up loafers."
"I try to find them on sale, 50% off or no purchase…"
"If you have a wide toe box/bunions I would suggest checking out Keens - they can be pricey but mine have lasted almost 10 years now"
"Keen are my go to shoes. Variety of styles, I have multiple and wear them always."
"Keen"
#21
Blundstone
4.5
(6)
"Zero issues, still supportive as heck, still waterproof."
"Bloodstones are an excellent choice!"
"Once broken in, they are so comfortable and durable."
"They are so comfortable for walking."
"Get blundstones."
"Regarding Blundstones, no matter what people tell you the vast majority of Blundstones are not waterproof."
#22
Kuru
5.0
(5)
"Look into Kuru shoes. I was put on these by Reddit and they have changed my life."
"Comfiest shoes I’ve worn in my 12+ years in the medical field"
"Kuru shoes are great for PF and heel pain."
"Kuru."
#23
Salomon
4.6
(5)
"Salomon make very comfy and stable walking shoes."
"I buy Salomon year after year. I have dogs and walk them a lot."
"Salomon is my preferred brand."
"Salomon make some good running shoes with enough cushion for road and a grippy sole for trail."
"Salomon trail runners, they all have slip cords rather than laces."
#24
On
4.6
(5)
"It's the most comfortable pair of everyday walking shoes I have."
"Comfort is top notch"
"For the rain!"
"I just bought the ON running shoes. So far I have been enjoying them :)"
"On Running shoes."
#25
Teva
4.8
(4)
"If you are female and if it is a warmer place, you might try teva or keen sandals, specifically black sandals."
"I like Teva for a walking sandals."
"If you’re looking for sandals, Teva has a great variety of hiking sandals among other types."
"Tevas and Keen are great."
#26
Topo
4.0
(4)
"Nowadays I’d recommend something like Topo, more room in the toes"
"I abandoned Brooke’s glycerin once I found ToPo!"
"Topo brand are my go to’s."
"I like Topo and Altra for the wide toe box."
#27
Puma
4.0
(4)
"I started using Puma Nitro Elite. Haven’t stopped walking since I bought them."
"I would say PUMA if ur on a budget."
"Naka sale yung puma ngayon, quality rin yung running shoes nila."
"Puma"
#28
Oofos
4.7
(3)
"I've worn Oofos almost exclusively for about 15 years."
"Oofos!!!!!"
"Oofos are great for walking."
#29
Crocs
4.3
(3)
"But let me tell you Crocs have changed my life after one Vegas trip."
"I also take a pair of crocs with me."
"I like the options Crocs have; they also go down to size 4!"
#30
Tracksmith
4.3
(3)
"I am on my second pair of Tracksmith Elliot shoes, I absolutely love them for walking."
"Tracksmith Elliot. I've worn them as a guest to a wedding. Incredibly comfy, a little warm as runners, and very low key design."
"I would recommend the Tracksmith - Eliot."
#31
Vivo
4.0
(3)
"Vivo barefoot."
"Vivo barefoot"
"My solution has been Vivo Bear foot."
#32
Bramford
5.0
(2)
"Love my Bramfords!"
"I have three pairs of the Bramfords in different colors."
#33
Hykes
5.0
(2)
"I would recommend Hykes Pinnacle."
"I love walking, and I got the Hykes Pinnacle. After trying them, I don't even think about going back to regular shoes."
#34
On Cloud
5.0
(2)
"I just bought my third pair of OnClouds."
"I wear Cloudmonsters. I love the extra cushioning on the hard surfaces."
#35
adidas
4.5
(2)
"What was even better for my last trip and my feet didn't hurt."
#36
Kiziks
4.5
(2)
"Kizik. Because you just step into them."
"The kiziks shoes are what I am wearing now. They slip on, but they are not squishy like the sketchers."
#37
Taos
4.5
(2)
"I'm a fan of Taos brand shoes. I can walk all day in them."
"I have used Taos, sketchers, and Eddie Bauer flats."
#38
Vans
4.5
(2)
"I love my Ultraranges."
"I love to travel with the Vans Ultrarange. They are usually very basic and don't look too much like running shoes. When I travel I sometimes walk more than 12 miles a day and it stays reasonably comfortable."
#39
Alegria
4.0
(2)
"Really. Check them out."
"I can walk in Alegria allllll day and my feet are fine!"
#40
Dr. Scholl's
4.0
(2)
"Just bought their women’s Time Off sneakers for an up coming trip. They are comfy!"
"Dr Scholls Time Off sneakers are so cute. I have traveled in them and they were very comfortable."
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