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

  • I got a pair of Tree Breezer flats in black and a size 7.5, which is the size I wear in sneakers. I got these for an outside wedding and because I'm not much of a heel person. In person these things look like the perfect business casual flat that can be dressed up for more fancy events but may be too casual for black tie events. These are super comfy, but I had to put heel pads on the back as the flats would move a lot and irritate my skin. With the heel pads, I was able to wear these things all night with no issue and was even able to run back to my hotel with ease after I missed the shuttle back. Great level of cushioning as well, as many flats can feel as supportive as a cheap pair of flip-flops.

  • shoes are comfortable

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    the material isnt very strong tear easily

  • These are the quintessential tech bro shoes. Cool look for the modern, minimalist but for me, I'm not convinced about it's comfortability. Trying these from my Reebok Club C's and Adidas Continentals, and even AF1s... I don't see these being a better daily wear than the other alternatives I listed especially because my feet would hurt after less than a few hours of wear. However, I do admire their mission and sustainable practices and commend them for taking this stance. Great brand, just not for me.

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    More padding in the base of the shoe for comfortability!

  • Amazing experience with Allbirds! These are the best athleisure/casual pair of shoes I have. I love that they are machine washable and are so lightweight on me. I have a pair of wool-runners that has lasted me 4+ years before its soles began to run down. Time for another pair!

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    Additional sole support

  • Really comfortable and stylish. Great colors. Worth trying and I believe they're a great price for the quality

  • I love my allbirds because they are comfortable and go with everything! The wool fabric is perfect for every season and provides lots of comfort and support. These shoes are easily washable and SO confy!

  • I found my allbirds to be very comfortable and they kept my feet warm while living in a cold climate.

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    At the time they had limited options for different types of shoes.

  • Obsessed- best pair of sneakers I’ve ever owned. Simple and comfortable for everyday wear. Have multiple pair

  • I received a pair of Allbirds as a gift. They're comfy. Rubbed my ankle more than I expected but didn't rip it up. I dislike socks (sorry!) and these are easy to wear without. They are not as comfortable as all the reviews and marketing lead me to expect -- I'd say they're in the middle of my shoes from least to most comfortable, and I don't grab for them too often. LOVE how easy they are to clean.

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    More lace options, more long-wear comfort. Less concave heels.

  • Love that I can wash them and that they are generally pretty airy and lightweight.

  • They're very comfortable and cute, practical shoes. In a world of hyped up sneakers, and chunky fits or ostentatious designs, Allbirds are simple, timeless classics.

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    YMMV, but I found that my Allbirds got dirty and the fabric of the shoe started to pull quicker than that of other shoes. I didn't wear them for too long either, about a month in. Threads were pulled, the white stained almost everywhere, the sole was chipped in some places. I'm not sure I'd purchase again for that reason.

  • Sustainable and comfortable! My latest obsession is their new sugar sliders - they have SAVED me during pregnancy. They're the most comfortable slides ever, and have an adjustable strap which is optimal for swelling feet.

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    More neutral color options for the slides?

  • I love Allbirds. My husband loves Allbirds. We just got our 3-year-old her first pair of Allbirds. We have about 10 pairs in our house! I should look to get a picture of them all actually ☺️ We have a variety of styles and colours and they are all just the comfiest shoes ever. We had an issue with a pair after several months and customer services were impeccable - friendly, efficient and couldn’t do enough to help. Happy to say it was a one-off issue. Customer services has also been extremely helpful when I queried sizing as had bought a limited edition pair in a men’s size as they were out of stock in women’s sizes - not realising the sizing isn’t equivalent. The inner soles wash well and the shoe styles that are washable come out of the machine like new and smelling gorgeous as they are made of wool. We love the brands eco credibility and use of innovative materials. As well as the shoes, we have branched out into using their socks, underwear and my husband loves the trino t-shirts and long-sleeved tops. Everything is so comfortable and practical as well as under-stated stylish thanks to the gorgeous colours. I got their flip flops this summer and they feel like a massage for your feet thanks to the textured in sole. I am excited to try their new sports bra that just came out this week too! We got my mother-in-law who’s in her mid-70s a pair of mizzles for Christmas and she beat me to ordering the flip flops when they came out as she loved her shoes so much. She’s usually cold so having stylish woollen shoes was ideal for her. Because wool is breathable the shoes that keep you warm in winter also don’t overheat you in summer. I feel like I’ve rambled a lot about a lot of different Allbirds products but I am so enthused about them - I know they aren’t the cheapest brand but they are sustainable, use quality and innovative materials and their customer service has been second to none (in our experience). They have occasionally started putting end of line colours on sale too so worth keeping an eye out for a bargain.

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    The new kids’ styles in adult sizes - I love the pair we just got our daughter with the rainbow rivets 😃

  • Great comfortable shoes. Feel thin for running shoes. Stained within the first week of wearing from dirt(?) and was never able to clean out.

  • I used a pair of the Wool Runners for a couple of years. They are really comfortable and feel like you are walking on clouds. I also liked that they can be washed easily.

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    They do get dirty easily and while they can be washed, they lost their structure soon so they don't look as good for long. Allbirds also does not (or did not at that time) carry half sizes so the shoes were not a perfect fit. For these reasons, I decided they were not worth a rebuy at >$100

  • Very comfortable but a bit too flexible for me and not enough arch support (I have extremely high arches though). The ‘feels like a sock’ aspect makes it great for quick trips but means it lacks the support for long wear days.

  • Great shoes and super comfy! I also appreciate their environmental concern. I wear my shoes all day everyday and my older brother who is in his medical residency wears them during rounds with zero issues

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    More color options between wool and tree runners

  • Bought a pair as a gift for my wife, at my sister’s recommendation. My wife hated them, and it turns out my sister stopped wearing them as well. The shoes seemed to lack support on both instances.

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    The company should spend less on advertising and more on the product

  • I love how comfy my allbirds are! They feel like I’m wearing socks. Great for casual wear!

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    Not sure how supportive they are when running. Not much arch support.