Allbirds reviews and discussion

4.2

83% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Exceptionally comfortable cushioning
  • Lightweight, travel-friendly construction
  • Machine-washable, easy maintenance
  • Sustainable, minimalist aesthetic
  • Limited arch support comfort
  • Faster-wearing outsole tread
  • Wool uppers stain easily
  • Toe-box fabric thins

Allbirds earns strong reviews for exceptional comfort, light weight, and machine-washable ease, making Tree Runners, Wool Runners, and loungers reliable everyday and travel shoes; however, many note limited support for long walks/runs, faster tread wear and toe holes, wool styles running warm and staining easily, narrow sizing without half sizes, and a polarizing, sometimes “dated” look. Overall, the brand is good for casual wear and sustainability-minded buyers, but not ideal for heavy-duty performance or those needing robust arch support and long-term durability.

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857 reviews and posts

  • The most comfortable and versatile shoe that I own. I wear them when I'm working out but also when I'm going out for dinner! Love them

  • I have a lot to say about these shoes, but I'll start with I love them. I've had them for a few years now and they're still just as comfortable as they were the first time I put them on. The do get a worn look rather quickly (i have the wool kind) simply because that's the nature of wool. But! They're easy to clean and super comfortable if you're on your feet all day or traveling. The brand's mission is also great, so if you're looking for a sustainable shoe, this is a great option. Would love to someday try their running shoes. But for now, the wool runners are my go to travel shoe, and go to errands shoe.

  • My boyfriend is absolutely obsessed with these so of course, I spend all my $$$ on this brand and I actually think they’ve done very well! I like that they’re decently affordable and very comfortable

  • I used to love Allbirds but I feel like the quality has gone downhill since they launched. I had a pair of the runners that lasted quite a few years after daily use. My latest pair of runners seems to have worn down within 6 months of use and sporadic wear. Could just be a faulty pair but seems to be a quality control issue as they've grown.

  • My Wool Tree Runners are still trucking! They need to adopt USPS's slogan "Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds"! I purchased my first pair in 2015 and have thought about replacing them many times over but these suckers just won't wear out!

  • I have used their shoes on my clinical rotation, this is way better than cloves in my opinion. Soft yet stable. Amazing brand highly recommend

  • Very comfortable shoes! If you're looking for comfort first-and-foremost, these are your shoes! I wore mine for awhile before ultimately donating them, as the style no longer felt like a fit (personally, I feel like tech-bros have ruined the core styles).

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    It'd be nice if there were some new lines that haven't been co-opted by the tech-ies, and maybe some that are more in line with the trends.

  • Extremely comfortable and easy to clean. They are lightweight as well, which makes them perfect to bring with me travelling. The only thing that I wish were different about my wool runners was that they would maintain a bit more shape (which I am not sure if the material would allow). They conform to my feet and make them look like potatoes, haha. That being said, Allbirds uses regenerative farming techniques in order to keep the growth of the material sustainable. I hope more companies follow their dedication to sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint.

  • Allbirds is my favorite casual and comfortable shoe store. These are the most comfy shoes for casual walking - they're light, supportive, and pretty durable.

  • Love these!! I wear them whenever I have to walk a lot, and they never hurt my feet! I need to buy more pairs ☺️

  • They are the most comfortable shoes. The best thing is that you can replace inner soles when they get worn out. Their hiking shoes are so amazing for the feet for long hikes and their walking shoes are the same way. No regrets about purchasing this brand of shoes.

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    So happy for this brand.

  • I feel like everyone knows this by now, but Allbirds are definitely the real deal. I've had a basic pair of lightweight runners for over 5 years now, and they basically look identical to the day I got them - even though I've worn them easily thousands of times, walked a very long way in them, and generally used and abused them a ton. They're incredibly comfortable, basically like not wearing shoes. When my current pair does eventually start to wear out (though who knows when that'll be!), I'll immediately get a new pair.

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    Obsessed with my new running shoes. Cute and sustainable!

  • I heard wonderful things about this brand and I loved the mission, I spoiled myself and bought a pair for work. They are ugly as sim and fit poorly.

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    Not my cuppa. Didn’t fit great and looked like old people shoes. Wasted my $

  • I really like Allbirds's tree runners – I live in a city where it gets very hot in the summer and the streets are just gross enough that I don't like wearing anything open-toed. The tree runners are good casual shoes for specifically that scenario. Also, I really liked the "dashers" at first but the cushioning ended up basically collapsing with frequent wear, at a rate much faster than comparably priced running shoes from other brands. For a brand that's built on sustainability, I was annoyed at how fast they were practically unwearable.

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    I find the sizing a bit inconsistent – the tree runners fit me perfectly but the tree skippers are surprisingly uncomfortable.

  • These are the most comfortable shoes ever! Love allbirds!

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    Make a little more durable without compromising on quality mission or wool More styles also

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  • I have purchased both shoes and apparel from Allbirds and I will continue to be a customer. The things I have purchased, the slip on wool shoes and sweat shorts were very high quality. I will definitely be purchasing more shoes and apparel from them in the future.

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  • My favorite socks, ever! I love their socks, very nice quality and material. They work well for every day wear as well as exercise. I run a lot, and the socks have held up well. The underwear, however, have not. The seams came undone when I put them in the wash. I might have accidentally dried them, and I don't think you're supposed to, but I still would not expect them to completely fall apart. It would make since for a string to come loose or them to shrink in warmer temperatures, but the top seam just completely started coming off of them. I bought a pair of their shorts, and they are nice. Personally, I do not like the shape for running, which I think is their intended purpose, but they work well for hiking and just hanging out.

  • I've had my pair (Tree Runners) for about a year. Washed them twice in washing machine. Pros: Easy to get in/out of, which makes them great for throwing on for errands. They're comfortable for general wear. Easy to clean and hold their shape well after an intense wash. Cons: Not my favorite for longer walks - something about the arch support just isn't the best. They're pretty absorbent, so not great for damp/wet situations.

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    A wider variety of shapes and silhouettes is always nice. They've started branching out, which I like, but I'm not sure how well that always goes.

  • Sustainable, fashionable, and comfortable apparel is on the menu! I love the mesh tees and the color choices. For me, they are a must in warm weather.

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    Shoes with heel drops and too little stability for people with flat feet.