WHITIN Minimalist Barefoot Sock Shoes for Women and Men | Lightweight Eco-friendlier Water Shoes | Multi-Purpose & Ultra Portable

So, I bought my first pair and instantly fell in love with them. I've worn barefoot shoes for close to seven years... I think.. honestly, time flies for me. Anyways, I've worn them non-stop. I even use them for work, and I work for hours on end on my feet walking, busting my butt all the time, and they're the best shoes I've worn when it comes to working. (Don't try this unless your feet are strong enough walking barefoot for hours.. WORKING. And you actually know how to walk CORRECTLY barefoot. Definitely not for beginners.) I even took them to Cali for vacation up in the mountains where it was snowing with very slippery and icy floors. Out of everyone in the family, I was the only one who didn't slip lmfao there was one time I almost did, but it's like I had enough grip to stay put. Kept my feet warm enough at least, I didn't really feel cold.. but I was also wearing socks, but they were wet in the end. I legit had a great time with them regardless. I've took them also to hike in, and it was great! And even to Disney, you can just imagine those long walks lol Came back to Miami where it's mad hot, and I wouldn't dare wear these without socks because since it's so hot my feet would easily sweat and sweaty feet and this material it has inside feels mad slippery and uncomfortable if you're sweating. But when I wear socks they're AMAZING, and I got stable footing again compared to when i was slippering in them sockless which honestly i think i almost injured myself because of the lack of stable footing. I always have people talking about them because they look like socks, and they say they look mad comfortable.. which by the way THEY ARE. I already had two of my home boys try them out cause they were mad curious, they loved them. So i bought them a pair each cause they're mad cheap and a extra pair for myself lol and now I see my homeboys wear them like crazy as well. I already do see the bottom starting to wear off from the use I put in for my first pair, but I'll be honest.. I really did put a beating on them like no joke... so In a sense I'm not surprised, but they're cheap so they're way worth it. I do have cats and a dog that shed like crazy, so when I first got these shoes they attracted ALL the hairs on the rubber parts, but as it gets used up they stopped sticking as much, and now they don't seem to stick at all except the top parts but easily can be taken off from the wooven parts. They do tend to smell after a while, but since I wear socks, I also wash them, and I take care of my feet and spray it against things like athletes foot, it's not a deal breaker for me because i dont allow it to get to bad smelling. I've also ran with these, felt good and i felt secure even with gravel, but mainly short runs. I've yet to try it for long distance running so I wouldn't know how they would hold up for something like that. I haven't even used my Vivobarefoot shoes since I got these. To me.. that's saying a lot because that's all I used to wear for years.

Extraordinary yoga shoes. • high quality and well made. • so comfortable - like being a kid and waking barefoot but with protection on the bottom • excellent winter shoes for barefoot runners •perfect for yoga • wear year round! I wear these even in winter and in the rain. • ZERO DROP SHOES - read up on barefoot walking and running. Especially if you have foot or ankle problems/injuries, barefoot walking can heal them. We use different muscle groups when we run barefoot vs in tennis shoes. With conventional shoes we heel strike with each stride, barefoot running we're on the balls of our feet the way nature intended and we've evolved for millions of years. Research "barefoot running." You must ease into it and the best way to start is by walking in these yoga shoes then slowly begin adding distance running in them. If you blister you're transitioning too fast. Healthiest thing you'll ever do for your feet. • FELT TOUCH - You can still get a bit of natural feel through these like, while protected, you can feel if you're walking on gravel. Our feet are sensory feedback machines. We're meant to walk barefoot because our feet are designed to give our bodies information about our environment. What are ground conditions? dry? slippery? gravel? It instinctively tells you're body how fast or slow you should be walking and prevents injuries. •Grounding and getting those healthy negative electrons from the earth only happens when we're barefoot with no rubber blocking our contact with the ground - unfortunately these shoes block that but they're easy to take off if you want to earth for a bit. •Washable: You can throw them in the washer and they hold up. Tip: if you have stinky feet put some Oxy powder with hot water in each bootie, shake and let sit for an hour or overnight before washing.

I originally purchased a pair of these sock shoes from a company on Amazon by the name of Joomra. WHITIN was stamped big and bold on the sole of those Joomra’s, so I came here and purchased a pair of WHITINS, this review basically covers both of them. And why I came here. Too bad these don’t look as good as the Joomras, they certainly are more comfortable. Update: I did go purchase from the. Company logo on the bottom of these: WHITIN. I found the quality was not on par with these as the rubber has defects that are noticeable. However I am keeping them and returning these. Why? The WHITINS are easier to put on, though I purchased the exact same size, the WHITIN’S run a tad bit larger, making them easier to put on, and they aren’t so tight they become uncomfortable. So WHITIN. Wins. I’m sure they don’t care because they are obviously the same company selling under another name. These, the Joomra, however just look a bit better. I will take comfort over a few flaws in the rubber. I would guess my women’s 8 in WHITIN are closer to 8.5.. Original review: I bought a size 7 women’s. In these Joomra’s. They are really great feeling, the way they “hug” your foot, however they were too short. I returned & re-purchased an 8 women’s, this is where things got wonky. This pair (the 8) has some glue balls rolling around under the ball of my foot, like sand paper, it’s extremely irritating. I found I could barely get my foot through the opening, my ankles are only 9 inches and they were so tight, they hurt the front of my foot where it bends. I have yet another pair on order from the name on the bottom these, WHITIN. I must assume it’s the same company, different name, perhaps I will hit on the perfect pair. I don’t know. These are going back, after I receive the next pair. So hoping these will fit, the length on these 8’s are perfect. I have wide feet, I’m not a barefoot runner, or walker, but I have lived barefoot most of the pandemic. These are so comfy. I bought them for slippers, but ran outside in the snow briefly for a photo shoot. They are super grippy. I can’t wait to try them with my recumbent trike. They make your feet sweat. But the one that didn’t have glue balls rolling around in it was smooth and very comfortable. These are so inexpensive, I may buy at least two pair, so while one is being washed I can wear another. I do have other barefoot shoes, but none are as comfortable as these.

My husband loves these. Grippy, good quality & surprisingly soft and comfortable.

I've been an amateur running enthusiast for around 15 years. About 10-years-ago, I made the switch to barefoot (zero-drop) running. I was convinced of the data coming out of places like Harvard and University of New Hampshire. You have to realize that decades of million (and now billion) dollar ad campaigns and athlete sponsorships have muddied the waters of science to sell more sneakers. No running shoe is going to provide as much shock absorption or rebound as my calve muscle. I've run half-marathons on a whim and sustained literally no injuries that I can think of in years of running. Anyway, you're here looking at these so you're probably already onboard or willing to try. I've used several varieties of vibrams for years. They don't hold up. The fit is tough. The toe slots are unnecessary. Just get these. They last, they feel EXACTLY the same as vibrams, and are a fraction of the cost, and already have lasted three times longer. I've got everyone in my family from my younger sister who runs to adopt them to my brother, to my mom who has balance issues and LOVES them. CONS: - UPDATE: As others report, the sole material is very soft, to the point where it begins to *stick* to the treadmill or to the asphalt or get torn up in rocks as it begins to gum and melt with any sort of outside heat or friction. Because of this, they tend to wear out a bit sooner than they otherwise would. The material seems to degrade faster over time and my experience is that I get about 3-4 months of daily use out of these before they've got lumps on the bottom or outright holes. If they can use a slightly harder and temperature-resistant material, it would go a very long way to improving these. - They are NOT very breathable. If you run in hot climates, expect your feet to warm up fast and to sweat quite a bit. It seems my feet have adapted after a couple months of use. I hope in future iterations they incorporate something a bit more breathable on the top of the foot. - They might be slightly inefficient at sprinting paces since you can't tighten them down, but they still fit pretty snugly for my needs. Maybe they can widen the toe box slightly which would allow to go a half-size down. In any case they still feel snug like a sock. If you're concerned about efficiency loss I recommend perhaps getting "grip socks" that have rubber grips on the bottom to wear in conjunction with these. - Wash them frequently, for because they're not breathable and don't dry out they are a bacterial haven and smell quite quickly like a used sock. - The cuff of the sock (the top part above the ankle) loses its elasticity after a couple months of use. Be careful not to over-stretch. Hope they can strengthen this more. - Style: Well, some find them kind of neat and some think they're a little odd. I actually don't mind them but I'm not at the stage of my life where fashion is my priority. Overall assuming they fall within this similar price, I will continue to purchase this product.

These are comfortable to wear and relatively easy to put on and take off. The problem is the durability of the bottom sole of the shoe. Within one day of wearing them, the black rubber-like material of the sole started shedding and peeling all over my house, which has hard flooring.

I bought these "sock/shoes" specifically for use in the house for which they have been wonderful. I have also used them minimally on the patio and around the yard with zero problems. The bottom is 'rubberized' with a very sturdy covering that offers very good protection from uneven surfaces and a level of waterproof protection. The bottom has a very grippy finish so you have little fear of slipping on tile or slick surfaces. The upper portion is a stretchy but strong material that is sock-like but more durable. Personally, I would not go for a wilderness hike or wander into a construction site with these, but I don't believe this is their intended purpose. They are comfortable, fit well (I bought a size up) and provide very good protection for my otherwise 'tender' feet. I will revisit this review with longevity and durability updates as necessary.

Product is “as advertised.” The average person will not use them for hiking, much less running (per se,) I wouldn’t, but walk the dog around the block - absolutely. To take the trash out to the street - most certainly. Wear around the house - most definitely. First and foremost, they are comfortable. I'm used to having orthotics in my athletic shoes. I have high arches, and at one time had fasciitis. If you're going to be on your feet a long time, you would miss not having any arch support and a soft liner. However, that's not what most people will wear them for. The quality of materials used is excellent. The entire bottom (and rounded up the sides, back and front) is what could best be described as sticky rubber-like material. There’s grip for sure if that’s what you’re look for. Don’t expect any support if that’s something you need. It’s completely flat inside and there’s no cushy insert or arch support. They are minimalistic. Stretchy at the top, (which is ankle high), they seal quite nicely around your ankle, but the smallish opening might, in some cases, present a challenge (putting on) if your feet are large. Also, I could see the tight fit being problematic for some elderly, unless you have assistance putting them on. Having said that, I’m seventy-three years young. The small inconvenience of putting them on is the “price of admission.” Believe it or not, I was looking for a sim-racing “shoe,” (lol). Google it if you don't know what sim racing is. Those types of shoes feature thin soles which give race drivers the tactile “foot touch” preferred for working gas, clutch and brake pedals. Those types of actual shoes are expensive. This product is reasonably (priced by comparison) and very much serves the same purpose. I believe they would be fine for walking along the beach, wading in mountain creeks, windsurfing or kite boarding. There is good flexibility all along the bottom, but the material is tough enough that you won’t feel smallish objects like pebbles, etc. like you would with bare feet. The negatives are indeed what you read in other reviews: They are warm, because of substantially thick material overall. They may not be the best for warm/hot climates, (summer in southern latitudes.) This is especially true if you want to wear socks rather than bare feet inside. Your feet will get hot and possibly smell in the summer months unless you're in the water with them. The good news is - they are washable, so odor shouldn't be an issue. Might help with vacuuming, lol, since the sticky, rubber-like soles will pick up hair and any particulates on your floor. You'll occasionally need to pull them off, but not a big deal. Most folks will want to wear them snug (less space for the toes compared to most shoes.) I might have been fine with a half-size larger. I think these sizes are pretty accurate for American standards. Note that the term “hospital socks” isn’t used in the first Amazon descriptions, probably because the implication of that term might dissuade some from purchasing these. Goofy, dorky and nerdy comes to mind but frankly I find they don’t standout at all as weird. That’s a subjective thing, however. That said, unless you wear your pjs and house slippers to Walmart, most folks won’t be wearing these out shopping. Even if you did, the average passerby wouldn’t probably notice your footwear. Worth noting, the brighter color mine draw attention. The grip is such that this footwear could cause one, especially the elderly, infirm or disabled to stumble. That type of fall might be just as harmful as a slip. Just saying … So far, only having had them for a few days, they are (IMO) good sim-racing shoes. No regrets.