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

  • Love their style, but the shoes don't offer enough support for my ongoing knee problems. And they are not the most hygienic on hot days.

  • ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Allbirds sneakers are my new go-to for casual comfort! The lightweight design feels like walking on clouds, and the merino wool material keeps my feet cozy without overheating. They're perfect for everyday wear, whether I'm running errands or taking a leisurely stroll. The only reason I didn't give them five stars is that they're a tad pricey, but the quality and comfort make them a worthwhile investment for anyone looking for reliable, eco-friendly footwear.

  • I own two pairs of wool runners, a regular in the limited alpine kea color and a pair of black up mizzle wool runners. I like that these use less synthetic material than traditional sneakers. The soles are very soft, which isn’t something I want in every application, but I find it good for when you’re walking or running on hard surfaces, such as concrete. I don’t like them for standing for long periods of time.

  • Love the idea, not super stoked on execution. Wool isn’t soft but it stretches out overtime. This is not a great combination for a walking shoe. They were cute though.

  • Comfortable, lightweight but rather wide and not quite enough arch support for me. They stretch out fairly quickly making them kind of sloppy on the foot.

  • Allbirds are the perfect any day shoe for casual or work. I have 3 pair of the tennis shoes, two are wool and one is a runner. I also have a pair of the flats and they’re the most comfortable I’ve ever worn. I’d take them over my Tieks or other expensive flats any day!

  • Felt comfortable, but kept slipping off my heel, even after sizing down.

  • They're pretty comfortable shoes but could be better and more durable. I feel like I wear down the tread really fast.

  • Very comfortable and easy to wash. Don’t even need socks. Wool isn’t too hot and is breathable.

  • I love love love my allbirds and have gotten a ton of family members wearing them as well. I always pack a pair when I travel. I hate wearing socks and allbirds are a walking shoe I can wear barefoot. If they ever get dirty I just throw them in the wash. Note that the white ones can be much harder to get clean

  • I love the classic Allbirds style. I had mine for 3 years but then they started disintegrating. I still enjoyed them because they're light and comfortable, plus easy to wash. They aren't the best for actual physical activity but they are great for running errands and the like. The discoloration starts to get pretty bad on the lighter colored shoes.

  • Love my all birds. Super comfy. I have achy feet with bunions and these keep me comfortable all day long

  • I've owned three pairs of Allbirds and love the brand, but my boyfriend really puts his shoes to the test! He has the water-resistant wool style and they really hold up in rain slush, and mud. I find that that they bounce bad from the wash better than my wool and dasher styles sneakers did. On my own shoes, I've noticed that the toe shape wears overtime and a mark from my big toe kind of sticks out, which doesn't happen with other firmer sneaker types. While all of the sneakers are washable, mine tend to loose shape, and I've struggled to get them looking as good after washing. For the white running sneakers, I haven't been able to get stains from general wear out of the fabric.

  • They are super comfy and have actually lasted me a long time! I also think the shoes look cuter/"softer"? than normal tennis shoes. I've even worn them to the gym in a pinch and they performed. But they're slippery — the traction is not great if it's icy or wet outside.

  • Honestly, these are too expensive for what they are. I bought a pair that looked completely worn within a week of normal wear. It was very disappointing.

  • I am allergic to wool and never thought to check the sneakers I ordered. My feet and ankles were in an itchy rash state before I even tied them. Shoes are cute and lightweight- probably great to travel in as long as you aren't allergic to wool!!

  • Love how sustainable the brand is and high quality. I am not obsessed with their design, so would buy more if they sold more fashionable designs.

  • I have bought Allbirds as gifts for so many people and everyone always loves them! They are simple and stylish. I like that they are easy to clean and sustainable too.