Bombas reviews and discussion

4.6

93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Plush cushioning comfort
  • Supportive honeycomb arch band
  • Secure no-show heel grip
  • Breathable, moisture-wicking knit
  • Inconsistent long-term durability
  • Occasional tight calf compression
  • Notably thick, warm knit
  • Sizing and fit variability

Bombas earns strong reviews for comfort, support, and stay-put performance—especially in running, no-show, kids’ gripper, and compression socks—while its one-pair-donated mission resonates. Reviews also flag real drawbacks: frequent reports of holes within months to a couple years, occasional shrinking or tight calves/ankles, some styles too thick or warm, and inconsistent fit among designs, making quality feel uneven despite many long-lasting pairs.

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2,186 reviews and posts

  • Bombas makes truly great socks — soft, durable, fun colors, and they actually stay put. I also appreciate that every purchase helps someone in need. My only gripe is the cost — they’re really expensive for basics, especially when buying for a whole family.

  • I love the mission statement of the brand first and foremost. For each pair that is bought, they donate a pair to homeless shelters. Each pair feels very high-quality and I love to give it to friends and family during the holidays because it’s a really great product and very high-quality.

  • I hate wearing sock, but love my Bombas ankle socks. They are comfortable without feeling bulky, and they hit at just the right place with sneakers. They are also cute with clogs or just about anything.

  • I started out skeptical and assumed this was just another mediocre quality but heavily marketed item with influencers. But after trying my pairs for the past month, I can confirm they are quite comfortable and solid quality. I haven't tried the hiking or athletic selections yet, but for everyday wear, the standard ones work just fine! I am in between sizes and sized up based on their recommendation and I'm glad I did! I have also heard lots of good reviews on customer service and luckily haven't had to reach out yet, but sounds like they do stand on their guarantees and will replace socks with holes and even missing socks lost to the washing machine!

    Influencer for Bombas
  • High quality socks, never thought I could/would really review a pair of socks but here we are. They're comfy, fit well, and are made of a good material. Plus their donate a sock thing is pretty swell too.

  • Love the mission so much! They are comfortable and work well overall but I find the socks wear a little faster than I expected they would for the pricepoint. I have a few pairs with holes which I believe they'll fix but I haven't really gotten around to it.

  • Hands down the best baby socks I have ever tried and they actually stay on my baby’s (now toddler) feet! The quality is great and I like the brand’s mission too give back (donating a pair of socks for every one sold). Will definitely order again, and for myself next time 🙂.

  • You might think socks are socks until you try Bombas. The cushioning on these socks is unreal and you don’t realize how much you miss it until you go back to another brand. They’re definitely pricier but I do feel that the quality is worth it. They have sales fairly often and you can get a discount by ordering a pack.

    Verified purchase

  • Generally, I enjoy Bombas socks. They are very cozy and keep my feet cool even on hot days. These are for their basic socks. However, I ordered the men's compression ankle socks this time around. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend the compression socks. Granted, they are comfortable after putting them on and they are nice and soft. I also love the mission behind the company. All I can say is that the compression socks are a nightmare to put on. They are very tight and I don't feel the compression in all of the spots I would like. The socks felt fine once I won the battle of putting them on. They were also very hard to take off. Again, Bombas makes some nice socks and I recommend them as a company. However, I do not recommend the compression socks. Those things are a pain in the ass.

  • Absolutely love my bombas socks! I have almost every variation of them and I always tend to grab these the most. They last the longest for me and rarely get holes in the bottom. The compression socks are great for travel and long haul flights.

  • I think that these socks are just okay. I have liked other ones that have more cushion support a lot more. The ones I have also run very small and are not the most comfortable for a long run. I wear them around the house.

  • super soft socks and a first class return policy and customer service. for products that i wanted to return, they often didn't have me ship them back and "give to a friend" and when i had product quality issue they replaced it right away, no questions asked.

  • I heard that compression socks are a must for long flights and I'm going to Japan for the first time later this year, so I decided to give Bombas a try! I tried them on and they are sooo comfortable, I could barely tell I was wearing them. I'm excited to see how they feel for my trip! While I was shopping, I also decided to try another pair of regular half calf socks (pictured) and I'm in love. The vintage style is so cute and they're the perfect height and snugness. Already wore them to the gym and know these will be in regular rotation!

    Verified purchase

  • I’ve tried a variety of Bombas socks. Overall they provide good cushioning and firm compression, where applicable, that makes them great for running, hiking, airplane travel, and every day use. The colors are fun.

  • I love my bombas and always find myself wanting more! They are so comfy and last for such a long time too. The honeycomb pattern hugs your foot. There are so many styles, weights, socks heights, colors, designs, etc. And as if that wasn’t enough, they’re a great company with fantastic values you can stand behind.

    Verified purchase

  • This review hurts to write, but as an early adopter of Bombas, I am heartbroken by the decrease in quality over the years. I own bombas socks that are several years old that are in better shape than newer socks I have purchased in the last 3 months... At first, I thought it was the sock type I was purchasing, but regardless of sock material type (athletic, original, merino wool blend) my socks get rips or holes quite quickly, that do not justify the cost any longer. This does not seem to hold for the gripper slipper, the quality on the slipper has remained fairly good and I have not seen a decline in quality (yet). Bonus points were given for having larger sizes available in socks. Pictured are the wool blend socks that are already pilling and thinning after 2 months of twice weekly wear. I have a different brand of wool socks that are 2 years old that are in better condition :(

  • Loved their high quality slip on sock cum shoes with grips. They are unbelievably comfortable and cozy in winters. Feels like not wearing any shoes while providing warmth to the feet. Perfect for gifts too.

  • Eu absolutamente amo minhas Bombas—e seu incrível atendimento ao cliente! Minha jornada em Bombas começou anos atrás, quando minha sogra me presenteou com suas meias de caminhada. Embora eu tenha apreciado o gesto, me vi desejando mais opções diárias. Quando entrei em contato com o atendimento ao cliente, eles não apenas foram amigáveis e receptivos, mas também me disseram para manter as meias de caminhada ou passá-las para outra pessoa. Esse simples ato de generosidade me recontou. Desde então, converti completamente toda a minha gaveta de meias em Bombas. Suas meias são impressionantemente duráveis - eu tive pares que duraram anos - e o conforto é incomparável.

    Friends with Bombas
  • Extremely comfortable and wearable, I highly recommend it, as it adapts to your feet's shape. I didn't know their purpose was giving back to the homeless, but an excellent cause you should contribute to.

    Received a free product from Bombas
  • I received my first pair as a gift from my employer. It was my favorite pair, strongly made, vibrant colors through multiple washes. No loose strings and it never loosened. Wore it every week for 2 years before i finally saw any wear

    Received a free product from Bombas