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.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

857 reviews and posts

  • All birds are my go-to travel shoe! Lightweight, easy to clean, and so comfortable for hours and hours of walking in new cities and villages! I have purchased a few pairs since 2018 and enjoy all of them to this day!

  • Allbirds had a very innovative and unique offering when it came out some 6+ years ago. They are super comfy, offered a lot of fun colors, and has expanded its offerings into a multitude of niches (running, hiking, sandals, etc). However I feel like the brand has sort of stagnated with younger audiences and has lost a little bit of its wow factor. Still a very comfy shoe (I walk in their mizzles all the time). Overall more of a super casual shoe.

  • LOVE these shoes just beware the wool / white ones get dirty super easily! Ended up tossing mine after a year because I couldn’t restore the color and get out stains from walking in the city.

  • Extremely comfy + cute! I love how sustainable they are and that they offer waterproof shoes!

  • I love my Allbirds! They are super lightweight and comfortable, I love the bright colors they offer. I love that you don’t have to wear socks with them either!

  • Perfect combination of comfort and style. Always feel great when rocking some Allbirds. Living in a not so rainy environment I haven't had an issue with a wool shoe, but might want to opt for one of the more water resistant types if that's a concern. Keep an eye out for seasonal offerings to get some unique colors.

  • My husband and I love Allbirds. We've tried everything from their wool shoes to runners to slippers and all are great quality, hold up well and we love that you can wash them.

  • Oh Allbirds, I've loved you since the beginning. I first started following this brand in 2016 and bought my first pair of wool runners in 2017. I've worn those into the ground and have bought many pairs in many styles since then. I'm loving all their innovation with different materials, partnerships and styles. They are so reliably comfortable and I've brought at least one pair on every trip I've taken for the last 7 years. I've visited many of their stores and have always had a good experience, I even applied for a job there! Love you, don't ever change.

  • I have multiple pairs and love all of them. They are comfortable, hold up over time and it feels really nice to be supporting a sustainable option. They are definitely worth the money.

  • To be fair, I have Fred Flintstone feet. That being said, I don’t think these shoes are flattering on anyone who wears above a size 8 women’s they do look cute on people with smaller feet. I love the concept.

  • Early adopted. Great Shoe. Just not my style.

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    I received a pair for Christmas around 2017. I was traveling a lot for work and they were a great fit for my lifestyle. However, the look/feel just isn't a fit anymore for my wardrobe. I would recommend them and it seems everyone has them (which is great for the company, but not my personal style).

  • They are OK. My kid likes them as they can look dressy but are comfortable. I'm glad they exist but it's not like... amazing? I am not as big on the sustainability message I guess but yeah, the shoes fill a niche.

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    Maybe styles could be more exciting? But they do what they do.

  • The only shoes I will wear on a 10 hour day working as a nurse. That should say it all.

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    The most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. The walking on clouds statement is true.

  • AllBirds has managed to create a niche for itself in the sustainable footwear market with its eco-friendly and comfortable shoes. My experience with the brand has been largely positive, and I am impressed with their commitment to the environment. The shoes I purchased have proven to be lightweight, soft, and comfortable, making them perfect for daily wear. I also appreciate the minimalist design, which adds a touch of sophistication to my wardrobe.

  • The the positive: Excellent customer service and really customer friendly policies and generally impressed with the quality. That said, I’ve tried all birds on two occasions and they gave me blisters at the heel both times. I will admit I’m quite blister prone but it was a disappointment given how comfy I had heard they were.

  • Difficult one to cover here because 5-7 years ago, this review would have been largely positive. The buying experience was great and so is the wear experience. Unfortunately you couldn’t trust the shoes to remain stable after watching but the product may have improved in recent years. However in recent years, the style has really fallen off. The show strikes me as an old man dad shoe now.

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    Keep innovating. Adding new materials and shapes is only going to help regain former consumers. Right now the shoe is primarily worn by lazy young male professionals or older men who are trying to adjust to life not where no one wears suits.

  • The Wool Runners line from Allbirds is very comfy, and worth the price. Being able to insert your own insoles is great for those with orthopedic issues. Given inclement weather, it's also great to be able to wash them easily when you step in mud or stain it.

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    Be careful washing your Allbirds - the brand-provided soles can't go in the wash.