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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856 reviews and posts

  • I have bought three pairs of shoes and I have loved them all! Only shoes I wear for working out! I also love their mission and sustainability!

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    They’re expensive, $120 average for a pair.

  • I (mom) have 2 Allbirds shoes as well as various apparel items (underwear, bra, and workout tank!). I absolutely am obsessed with Allbirds and recommend them to my friends and family almost all of the time. The cherry on top (and really the reason I initially purchased) is that Allbirds thrives on their sustainable message and practices. Their shoes are like walking on a cloud PLUS they're made from sustainable materials <3

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    Any expansion to dog apparel or booties for my pup Remington? ;)

  • The most comfortable sneaker I’ve ever worn. Great sizing, breathable material, stylish color selection. Need another pair in my life ASAP!

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    Bottom of the shoe wears out a little too quickly and loses the tread faster than my other brand sneakers.

  • They are not kidding when they say these shoes are comfortable! These shoes are like putting on a pair of clouds on your feet. I usually put a lot of pressure on my heels and the ball of my feet when walking/running, after taking other shoes off, these specific areas always feel slightly sore and numb. With these pair of shoes, my feet are always properly cushioned and protected. The uppers are made of a breathable mesh fabric, when you stretch your toes, you feel a bit of a breeze passing between your toes. Whenever I’m standing still, I find myself stretching my toes to make this kind of breathing motion. It sounds weird but If you know, you know.

  • I bought my first pair in 2015 and it was the regular navy wool sneaker. I really liked wearing to the office because it looked nice and it was very comfortable. After a couple years and washes, the shoe began to lose its structure, which led me to look to buy the high-top water-resistant wool in olive green. I’ve also gifted it to many people in my family and they all seem to love the style of it. The sizing feels accurate, but with time it does expand due to the nature of the material. The only significant customization I’ve done is replacing the laces with a more elastic band to make it easier to slip in and out of, which is why it is still my go-to airport/travel pair of shoes.

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    The only issues I’ve experienced with it are minor: As mentioned before, the fabric material doesn’t hold its shape as well long-term. The soles also aren’t well suited for extreme weather conditions, such as slushy ice, or heavy rain as it doesn’t have much traction in those settings. The last thing that might be an issue is that scuffs on sides are really hard to clean off perfectly, but I personally don’t mind it.

  • Tore a tendon in my foot my first time running in these, never wore the again. Poor quality and a terrible running shoe.

  • Got a pair from my work and use them specifically for my under the desk treadmill and they are so comfy!

  • Marca de Tênis de muito boa qualidade e conforto . Recomendo a todos que gostem de usar um ótimo calçado no dia a dia .!

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  • I liked the way the shoes look, but the plastic lip on the back digs into my leg, even after many weeks of trying to wear them in. I wish it was made of softer plastic, or just didn't exist.

  • I love the fit of the Tree Runners. They're roomy around the toes, and comfortable to have on all day long, even in warmer weather. I bought the white color, which looked awesome but obviously pick up dirt like crazy. Even putting them through the washing machine with stain remover doesn't seem to shift it, which is a bit sad. Not sure that's really the shoe's fault, though, in fairness.

  • Allbirds shoes are extremely comfortable. They are similar to a sneaker, but can also be worn with khakis. They appear to be durable and don't give you that bulky sneaker look.

  • Question - are Allbirds still a vibe, or have they had their moment?

    I've owned a bunch of Allbirds over the years. I've always found them to be incredibly comfy and well made. They last ages, and clean up very well. However I've noticed fewer people wearing them, instead seeing way more Vejas around. Anyway, my question is - are Allbirds still a vibe, or should I be considering something else for my next pair of sneakers?

  • Allbirds are my absolute favourite shoes. First off they look cool, and are versatile to go with most outfits. They're incredibly comfy, to the point where I'm not even aware I'm wearing them. They're also very long lasting and durable - they typically last twice as long as other similar shoes I've tried. Finally I love how Allbirds is on a mission to use sustainable materials in their shoes.

  • I know that Allbirds have fallen out of fashion to some degree. But I still really enjoy them! At least the classic wool runners. They're the perfect, simple tennis shoe to throw on to go on a walk with a friend or go to the grocery store. Perfect for chasing toddlers at the park. I love how easy they are to slip on and off- and I really wore mine to death. I do recommend removing the insoles and buying a better insole (which is easy to do). And for me, I definitely wouldn't go barefoot in these- my feet sweat a lot. I'd love to see Allbirds still stay in the game, and innovate as much as possible. Their more casual tennis shoe was very bulky and weird, so would love if they could come up with something that rivaled an adidas samba model or something.

  • I got these shoes and love them. I like how well they fit my foot, and the laces feel extra wide to support my foot better. I like how sustainable the production of these products are as well.

  • I purchased a pair of deeply discounted boxer briefs from Woot a few months ago. Well worth the money and hood enough to make me want to try the shoes in the future.

  • These shoes!!! I could not speak more highly of them. I have them in black and wear them whenever I go hiking or need something a little more durable than my Supergas. They're super comfortable, can run a little warm with the wool, and are washable!

  • I wore mine for a couple years. I tried to wash them, but I ruined them in the machine! They were super comfortable while they lasted.

  • My allbirds wool runners have held up to more than two years of almost daily gym use. I wear them when weight lifting and on the treadmill, ellipticals, etc without issue. I have also worn them numerous times for hiking and foraging in the woods. I don’t ever wear socks with them and they haven’t given me blisters or gotten smelly. I think they look nice and are much higher quality than many of the more mainstream sneaker brands out there.

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    Wider width options would be great, especially for those that have wider feet and like to wear socks.

  • Comfortable and sustainable! I wear them all the time - from airports to hikes. No one really thought about the carbon footprint of our actual footprint until Allbirds. They also open sourced their tech so everyone else could get on board - unheard of in the NDA-heavy tech space.