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

  • FANTASTIC SHOE! I got my first pair after years of my friends telling me to get them. I got the high-top winter version and it is amazing. one of the most comfortable shoes i owned and they look great. They keep me extra warm in the winter

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    Would love if this would last longer

  • I recently got into Allbirds and realized that they are WILDLY comfortable. In the span of 6 months, I have gotten three pairs. They're great shoes for walking around the city and running errands. I have also worn them to work and they still keep my business casual look together!

  • My allbirds sneakers are still in great condition one year later, which surprised me considering their sustainable composure. The quality of this brand is unmatched, and the comfort speaks for itself.

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    I have no problems with this brand or its products.

  • I was gifted a pair of Allbirds and find myself reaching for them quite often. They are comfortable and great for everyday wear.

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    Over time, my Allbirds have gotten quite loose. The wool fabric has stretched out and I feel like the shoes are not as form-fitting as before. Allbirds doesn't offer half sizes -- would be great to have half size options.

  • loved these shoes - served me well for years, eventually got a hole in the toe area so had to get rid of them but i used them for hiking and outdoors activities because they were easy to throw into the wash after (though i didn't do this that often). pretty much goes with any outfit and super comfortable to slip in and out of.

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    after heavy use your toes can break through the end, also this brand kind of got adopted by tech people so a bit basic haha

  • These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. I have worn Rothy's after much research and online hype, but was very dissatisfied. Allbirds live upto the hype of sustainable shoe industry.

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    Men shoe sizes are weird and need more options. My husband’s show size isn’t available

  • Their tree runners are so comfortable, however I wish that their running/hiking shoe options were a little more durable. Stick to this brand for more casual shoes only

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    Shipping times and a better design for their more heavy duty shoes

  • Love love love them. I live in my Allbirds flats and can honestly say they're some of the comfiest shoes I've got in my closet right now. I've also got a pair of very old wool runners that I've practically destroyed at this point but they've lasted for years and are still (sort of) kicking. Though they're a little on the pricy side, I would and will absolutely repurchase.

  • I genuinely liked my allbirds a lot. They are super comfy and nice looking. I also got the water resistant ones, which is great for rainy days in the PNW. BUT, the soles in these shoes wore out SO QUICKLY. I wear one pair of shoes 95% of the time, and my allbirds were those shoes. BUT wearing them very frequently, the soles wore out in less than a year. In my opinion, I feel like they should have at least made it to a year. Additionally I tried to recycle the shoes through allbirds, and they don't have any recycling program. So I've decided these are just the fast casual of shoes, and definitely not worth the money or the environmental damage.

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    Definitely start a program to recycle the shoes, especially since they wear out so quickly.

  • Allbirds are incredibly comfortable albeit somewhat unstylish. The brand is incredibly pervasive (at least around me) which always makes for a good conversation starter. The washability of the shoe makes them a go-to when it's possible they may get dirty. Overall a big fan of how invested in sustainability they seem to be.

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    Traction on the standard wool runner is poor so look to other models for anything other than dry sidewalk.

  • Good casual urban shoe. If you need a sleek Mina list shoe that’s comfortable to wear and won’t look like a billboard for brands. This is for you. I wouldn’t run a marathon in these, but casual weekends? Yes.

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    I need to try their trail runners to see the quality of their soles

  • Allbirds are THE best shoes for travel and everyday. I have multiple pairs as do all of my family members, from my 60 yo dad to my 20 yo sister. If they get dirty the best thing is you can just throw them in the wash. If you are on the fence, take the plunge it's worth it.

  • Love wearing my Allbirds! Good colors and style. The only downside is everyone in SF/in tech wears them, so you're not unique.

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    Possibly more cushioning.

  • Have a pair of the wool runners - super comfortable. But a pet peeve of mine is being able to see the toes imprinted in the wool fabric in the toe box.

  • Woolrunners are comfy and light and come in many fun colors. Perfect for casual wear

  • Super comfy, I have the wool and classic versions and love them both. I also love how transparent the brand is and their mission.

  • So comfortable and many color options. If worn a lot they wear down but you’ll get good use for a while

  • I have about 10 pairs of the tree hugers and they are the most comfortable shoes I've ever had

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    they fall apart too quickly

  • I got the tree runners for someone as a gift, and they’ve held up really well the past year or so. They also hold up well to washing.

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    I wish they had more colors in stock. It seems like when a color goes out of stock it never comes back in stock.

  • I’ve owned multiple Allbirds since 2017 and these are always my go-to shoes for day to day errands or activities. The brand less style and comfort make them perfect to wear with more athleisure style outfits and nicer, casual outfits. Not to mention these are the perfect shoe for traveling. Easy to wash and maintain and the different style options are nice.

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    Since they’ve expanded their product line, I feel as though the show quality has declined from the early days. I missed when they only sold 4 styles of shoes and made those styles extremely well.

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