Sneakers Reviews

What to avoid?
The simplest thing to avoid here are sneakers that don't fit. Make sure you have the right measurements from the retailer (and from your own feet) before making any serious sneaker purchases. You might want to be careful of sneakers that are too stiff, hot (as in too warm), and hard to get on/off. Instead, focus on sneakers that reviewers deemed comfortable.

What to look for?
Many people severely underestimate the cushioning inside of a pair of sneakers. Don't be one of them; check the reviews for kicks with that in mind. You'll want to avoid sneakers with poor support/stability and get some with good cushioning.

If you need something a bit more durable, you'll want to avoid those sneakers that wear out too quickly.

Like any good shoe, sneakers are also better if they're made with genuine leather or cotton, so be wary of any pair made with PCU or pleather. Make sure that the sneaker can breathe as well.

What's the average rating for all Sneakers?

What are the hot, new features everyone's talking about?
Lately people have been buying more high top sneakers for their comfort and off the wall colors, while others have forsaken the laces and gone to slip-on kicks for casual use. There's also a growing trend of sneakers for going-out wear, and these are mostly being done by designers like Kenneth Cole and Ralph Lauren.

Which brand should I buy?
Our highest rated brands include Converse, Puma, Reebok, K-Swiss, and Saucony. You can use the Sneaker Brand Compare Tool to see how their ratings stack up.

Tips & Tricks
Wait until late in the day to try out a new pair of sneakers. It's pretty normal for feet to go a full half size from all the movement of the day, so it's a good indicator of how the pair will work. It's also a good idea to remember that sizes vary by manufacturer. I can tell you from personal experience that a size 10 Puma is not the same as a size 10 New Balance. It's also a good call to buy acrylic paint markers from your local art store; they serve a double duty of allowing you to customize your kicks or fixing any cuts or scuffs.

Notes of Caution
If you are going to buy sneakers from an auction site, be very wary of counterfeit sneakers. Make sure you ask the vendor to show a larger photo of the pair. That way you can check it against images of a real pair to see if you can catch all the differences. Fake sneakers aside, it's also a good call to check out a new pair for any defects on the interior and exterior as well.

Are there other brands that I should look into not mentioned here?
Sure there are. If you're looking for something more casual, Vans definitely has grown in the last couple of years in that respect. For the sportier consumer, Asics are also good for running and activities. Stride Rite is also a great brand for children's sneakers as well.

I need something better for sports. What do you recommend?
A lot of these sportier sneakers will still be able to work in competitive or casual activities. However, if you are looking for something that is specifically catered to your sport needs, you may want to look at basketball shoes, running shoes, or some other athletic shoe.

Will they have the color I want?
Sneakers come in all kinds of colors including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.

Retailers like Journeys will show you all the available colors for a pair of sneakers. However, retailers might not offer all the variations, so keep in mind that there might be more colors available than what you can see.

I'm very environmentally conscious and am on the lookout for a new pair of kicks. What do you have?
We have quite a bit, actually. A lot of brands have started to make both organic and vegan-friendly sneakers. If you're looking for more, you can check on the top right corner and click the Green Terms link under the words Sneakers By Other Criteria.