20 Best Water Shoes On Amazon (2023 Updated)

As soon as I saw these I fell in love with them. I never go in the water, but that’s OK, I like to look sporty and these are the most sporty shoes I now own. The deep sea blue and French blue just arrived, I am wearing them now.

Another big reason I ordered them, is because I’ve been making several pairs of shorts in different colors for the summer. At first I wasn’t sure which shoes to purchase, the deep blue and the French blue both look perfect with the shorts so bought those.

At the weekend when there was free shipping, I ordered the dove gray too. These are the most comfortable shoes I own. I have narrow feet, these in size 9 medium fit great. They are lightweight. I can imagine they would be ideal for anyone who wants to wear them in the water, there’s a gap on the side of each shoe.

In the video Jane explained that water could even come out though the bottom of the shoes.

I have used Ryka water shoes for aqua fitness classes for several years. I liked the previous design, but always struggled with keeping laces tied during class. These are greatly improved with the Velcro closure.

I usually wear a 7. 5 in athletic shoes, but the 7 fit fine in these. My foot is slightly wide and the regular width is comfortable for me. The color is pretty bold but fun. I feel like they will be fine for my aqua aerobics class.

The only problem…QVC sent a obviously used pair of shoes to me. The soles were quite soiled with mud and gravel in the treads. I called customer service and was promptly sent a return label. Hoping the exchange is quick and I can enjoy my new shoes.

These water shoes are true to size, comfortable and look good. I like that they Velcro instead of tie. They are a great upgrade from my last pair of water shoes, which were also Ryka’s That I purchased about 10 or more years ago.

I have arthritis in my feet, and all the cheaper water shoes don’t give me enough support or padding to help me, but I have always been able to wear Ryka’s because of the insoles. So far I am very pleased with these water shoes.

I recommend them to anyone who wants a comfortable, durable water shoe.

I went looking for water shoes at a major sporting goods store and was surprised at the lack of selection and price. Couldn’t believe they were asking so much money for water shoes and I had nothing to compare.

I went to my favorite DSW and not only found water shoes at a great price but there were several to choose from. I selected the Body Glove Riptide III for the comfort, fit and style. I’ve worn them 3 times in natural and man made water settings and have nothing but the highest regards for these shoes.

The Body Glove Riptide III are durable and comfortable. I have no doubt that they will last me this entire season as I enjoy all my outdoor and indoor water activities.

Bought these for a lake vacation. Didn’t want to spend a lot and they were on sale, so totally a win for me. They do run large, so I ordered a half size down as other reviewers suggested. They are also wide, but the Velcro closure helps to make them more snug.

They are really comfortable, very soft and do not rub. The lake bottom is mostly sand and it gets in the shoes, but is not irritating to my feet at all. I am so glad I went for the less expensive option, I really like them.

These water shoes are easy to put on with the quick Velcro closure. The rubber bottom has a good grip. The insert inside the shoes fits snugly and doesn’t come out. However, it can be taken out if you need to remove sand.

Sizing: Runs large. I typically wear 8. 5 shoes. Purchased and 8 which fits good with extra room to spare.

Use the measurement guide and order the exact size your child’s foot lines up with. Do not add 1/4″ to 1/2″ to allow for growth as these are definitely made large. We ended up making that mistake based on previous orders and ended up with shoes that are 1.

25″ too long but we’re keeping them for next season as they are exactly what we wanted.

I loved these shoes. My toddler is confortable in them and loves them. However, they got wet once and the color changing never got fully back to white. Even a few days after when they were really dry you can still see the colors.

Nice fit, using them as part of my cycling gear Works perfectly. A nice inexpensive alternative to the over-priced shoes offered specifically for riders

I bought these for my husband to wear while we are kayaking and he loves them. They do not hold water and are comfortable on his flat feet which is hard to find a shoe that’s comfy for him. He was able to climb waterfalls and rocks with no problems.

I wish I had bought a pair like these for women.

Great water shoes at a great price. Have used for the beach, kayaking and whitewater rafting. Very pleased with the purchase.

i bought these water shoes 3 weeks ago for vacation. i would say they are great. fit comfortably, feel good walking in them, easy to put on BUT after 3 weeks of ownership they have broken!!!! i wore them for 3 days, 3 weeks ago and they have been sitting since inside.

i went today to put them on to wash my truck and they broke when i was tightening them. in the back ankle theres a draw string to help tighten around your ankle. when i pulled on it. not even too tightly.

the cord broke on both sides. now they will not tighten because the cord is completely broken off. i DIDN’T want to pay 40$ for water shoes but my wife insisted because reviews were good. so i ended up getting them.

i no longer have the receipt and now i’m just out 40$????? with inflation, gas $$ are now over 4$ a gal. and food $$ increased i guess i’ve waisted that money on cheaply made shoes. if you buy these shoes, please think about it first.

you might just want to NOT tighten the back cord if you do buy them. i just hate that now i’m out 40$ for poorly made shoes. i have to have mine tighten because they fall off if not. thanks Academy! another great useless product and after ALL the money i’ve dropped at your store, it’s just a shame.

I bought these with high hopes because of all the great reviews and honestly they’re just water shoes so I’m sure they can’t be that bad. I could barely wear these. After 2 hours my feet were literally raw.

The padding in the shoe has little holes in it that were imprinted into the soles of my feet. I could barely walk by hour 4 and I wasn’t in a situation where I could just take them off we had to wear them.

Husband says they are comfortable, tough, yet still flexible. They were featured in some kayak blog he reads. Got them for fishing in the kayak. Should mention there was some sharp objects on shore, he did not see and the object did NOT penetrate the shoe.

So , pretty Impressive for a water shoe. Durable.

I’ve not had any opportunity to use them for the intended purpose of water sports yet. However, I’ve walked and ran in them for a few weeks now since they’re light weight and provide good grip on asphalt.

They seem durable enough for the task. I prefer to wear toe socks with them for added comfort, and I still get good ground feel through the soles. I have fairly normal feet, men’s size 9 (US), and I measured ~26.

5 cm from the back of my heel to the end of my big toe. The first Vibrams I bought years ago were size 42, which felt like a good snug fit in the store. However, wearing those for longer than an hour at a time would induce some pain in my big toes where the pockets put pressure on the end of them.

I ordered these in size 43. Barefoot, they are slightly loose. The rear adjustment strap seems limited by placement of the Velcro. I can make it tighter, but then the Velcro strap becomes less secure.

Wearing toe socks, I leave the rear strap in the default position, and the shoes are quite comfortable even after an hour of walking and running. Ideally, 42. 5 would be ‘perfect’ for me but Vibram doesn’t make half sizes.

Overall, I’m pleased with my purchase, especially having bought them on sale!.

First thing. Color. I am so happy I purchased the grey. I learned from the older kmd’s that unless the material was on the thicker side (like the v trek) you then feel the heat from sun. Amphibious design is so true.

That mega grip outsole truly made the difference for me for traction in wet conditions. Regardless of grass, mud, sand, asphalt or concrete. You’re glued to the earth like a magnet! The thickness is just right being under 6mm when combining the outsole and insole.

This is a perfect inbetween from the Kso evo (being 3mm) and the v run (being almost 8-8. 5mm) You get best of both worlds so to speak. You still get ground feel without feeling like you are completely barefoot and you get the comfort of a shoe without noticing you are wearing one.

I am going to be buying the v alpha next very soon because of my high like and love of the v aqua and its mega grip outsole. Here’s what is crazy about the v aqua. You don’t have take the shoe off to get them to dry.

They have drain holes! Like over 12 of em! And they actually work at draining the shoe of water. Its great. Seriously. Like just sit and watch your whole family as the go back to their tents and campers to change into dry shoes while your just sitting there like.

If they would only listen to me for 3 min about why I wear shoes shaped like feet then they too could have self drying lizard grip feet shoes of AWESOMEness. But I digress.

These are definitely my favorite summer shoes. Light, breathable, cool and stylish. I also own a pair of the Trek Ascent, but hardly wear them because they are a bit sweaty. The CVT-Hemp are a lot more breathable and don’t have that problem, look more stylish and are even more comfortable.

Sizewise they seem a bit on the small side. I went one size larger then my regular shoes, which turned out to be a perfect fit for me. Durability is reasonable, after one year of daily use during spring/summer, the color faded a bit and the sole wore out at the heel.

So i bought a new pair in the winter sale for this year.

As a party barge captain i find they work great all day on and off the boat. Rubber soles protect my feet from rocks and the traction on lake slime is unbelievable! The are very comfortable, with one exception, when worn for too long, the inside stitching for the cable tie on top rubs my feet raw in a small spot.

I can only wear them with waterproof bandages applied first. If this could be fixed by the manufacturer, I’d definitely buy another pair!.

I use it for kayaking. Fits great. Dries fast. Very light. Traction is very good in and out of the boat. Heel protection and cushioning is excellent. Surprisingly supportive. Sole cushioning and anti slip qualities are excellent.

Allows for a great feel for the foot pegs.

I like the easy-drain features of this water shoe. They are comfy on and protect my feet from sharp shells and rocks. I find the toe thing cool but also hard to get my toes in the right spot sometimes.

I’m so happy that I’ve finally found my do-it-all pants! I prefer to wear pants even in the summer. I’ve worn these paddling, jogging, dog-walking, and hiking (on groomed trails, these won’t last if your trail requires you to bushwhack frequently).

Love the loose fit, deep front pockets, and the short inseam. Fantastic value when they go on sale! The sizing does run large. I’m 5’2 and have muscular thighs and calves. I was so surprised that my 30″ waist fit into a small, with room to cinch down even more.

The listed 26″ inseam is accurate as I measured the same thing at home – another bonus for short individuals! MPG please make these pants in more colours!.

This is my second pair, which I use for slippers because they have elastic laces and will stay on my feet. They don’t have any arch support but otherwise make fine slippers. I have used them as water shoes on a long canoe trip, but the soft bottom is hard on your feet when you are walking over rocks.

This is a flimsy shoe. It already has a hole started by the toes. Not what I hoped for. Not sturdy enough for serious water sports like aerobics or water volleyball. They also dry very slowly.

To say that I have ordered many water shoes is an understatement. Every year for spring break, I think this is the year I get a pair I don’t mind wearing – that work and look somewhat cute too. I just received these today (I ordered the men’s gray and orange even though I’m a girl because the colors are more neutral) and now my work is done! These look like Keds/Vans met a water shoe.

I ordered a men’s 9 and I am a women’s 10. Technically, a size 8. 5 is what translates to a women’s 10 so I’d say these run just a tiny bit small to fit a little loose. If I wanted these super tight, I would have ordered a half size down but I wanted them comfy enough to walk in as well.

I ordered from a different website but love them so much I thought I’d share my thoughts. So yeah, buy them.

I love the sure-footed rubber sole; the look and construction of the uppers; the elastic no-tie, adjustable laces; and the fact that I could easily slip off and use pull loop on heel to put back on, or wear as slip-ons, without harming the heel of the shoe.

Length and width were generous. However, I reluctantly and sadly returned them because I need built-in arch support and a bit more cushion in the sole.

I love on a river. I need something just like this, I sure hope they can hold up. Cuz they just look so cute! I tried finding slippery surfaces to test and wow these things do there job. I feel very confident exploring all kinds of surfaces and am going places I couldn’t before because I couldn’t get a sure footing.

Not a problem now. Life changed! Lol.

I have severe pronation issues, and this shoe offers no support to protect my feet to do standing and jumping exercises in a pool. The materials and shoe laces are fine. I would need a water shoe that is built for stability, meaning there is actual material built up under the arch to support the arch to walk and move.

Currently, the Brooks Addiction design is what I wear plus a custom orthotic with anti pronation plates added on. In order to wear a water shoe without an orthotic I need the shoe to offer much more stability.

I appreciate being able to try and return easily. I did find they run a half size bigger than my Brooks, so I would need to wear my measured size 9 rather than the 9. 5 that I ordered. It would be awesome to see anew shoe design that would help me more.

These are very nice shoes. They are light weight and provide great support. I rated them a 4 (really 4 1/2) only because I don’t like the stitching of the tongue inside the shoe. It causes the tongue to roll up a bit, so you need to reach in and flatten it before slipping your foot in.

Also the laces are long and flop around. I’ve slipped mine inside the crisscrossed laces to keep them from flopping and getting stepped on. These are minor issue, so over all the shoes are great.

I was looking for a versatile shoe that I could use on slippery, wet rocks but also for hiking… these fit the bill. On a recent trip to Acadia, I decided to climb the iconic Precipice trail and used these shoes to do it.

The climb is a 1000 ft granite rock wall with boulders and metal rungs to climb up and over. The conditions were quite dry, but I didn’t slip or slide once on the rocks. Great grip considering these are “water” shoes.

I’ve had the chance to wear these twice now. Fit seems to be good and they’re comfortable. The strap at the back makes it easy to put the shoes back on when your feet are wet. But a little more adjustability would be nice.

They air dry fairly quick. A couple improvements and they could have earned a 4 1/2 star rating. The issue, as with most water shoes, is sometimes small pebbles find their way in and can be annoying if not painful.

A thin piece of mesh at the “gap” area could solve that in my opinion.

I got a pair of these from my daughter for Christmas, and sadly they only lasted 1 1/2 years, and I wore them about 8 times and that’s it !! The strap that goes back to the heel broke on the right shoe with just normal walking.

For what they charge, I would have hoped these would have lasted longer than this !! Now I will have to buy a new pair of water shoes. But I will definitely switch to a different brand !!! Don’t consider these shoes, They don’t last long.

I bought these as a creek/river crossing shoe for backpacking over a year and a half ago. I have found that they are very comfortable and great fitting, so tend to wear them frequently- to the point of almost wearing them out (hundreds of miles in them, hiking walking, running, working in the yard, etc)! My only concern is that I have tried to order another pair to replace these, and have found that they are continually out of stock in my size (9 medium, mens).

I have gone online numerous times to reorder, but always the same. Are they out of production? If so, you had better order a pair in your size soon!.

I have a small yet wide foot for a man, so it is difficult for certain types of footwear, including water shoes, to fit well. The aqua socks, however, fit snugly on my foot.

It said they were a size 12 mens. I got a small woman’s 6 or 7 that I could not barely get even my toes into. I would return them if I knew how. Never again.

Disappointed! like a sock nothing like a swim shoe. I guess I should have known the price was way too good.

These shoes caught my eye with how cute the color combo is. I was pleasantly surprised that they fit so well. I lost my last pair of (cheap) water shoes while kicking in white water rapids so I needed something snug and secure.

These are tight while still being comfortable, and I’m looking forward to walking to and from the shore while rafting with the extra supportive soles.

I purchased these shoes to wear when riding my bike as I always seem to get caught in the rain. At first I wasn’t to sure about the shoes because they felt a little hard on my feet. After a few hours of wear they felt fine.

The shoes are nicely ventilated which makes for a quick dry, gripped my bike foot peddles nicely and I like the bright color. Good purchase.

Just got these delivered today, so I haven’t tried them in the water… But they feel really good on my after-work sore, puffy feet! The inside of the heel is smooth and cushy, and the mesh is nice and breezy.

I usually buy 7. 5 or 8 depending on the brand and went with the 8’s for this water shoe. I have narrow heels and bunioned toes. No slipping or pinching.

Purchased for yard/gardening. It took a minute or two to get over the idea that I was wearing marshmallows or that someone would think I was wearing the blue shoes that Deadpool made famous. These shoes are weightless and unbelievably comfortable and supportive.

Literally like walking on air. I am impressed with the arch support/footbed. They are easy/quick on and off and are the easiest to clean of all the watershoes I’ve ever encountered. I especially like the lack of fabric on these.

I am between sizes, opted for the half size down, and have plenty of room in both length and width. The heel cup fits well, but was too high for me and created blisters, even with the strap moved to the front.

A little KT Tape or moleskin (on me) before activities solves the issue, I have not yet tried to alter the shoe itself. Often mulch, dirt, rocks, etc. is able to pass through the holes making the occasional stop for removal neccesary – which is to be expected.

I don’t mind as the large holes allow for great airflow. Knowing these would be worn outdoors, I chose the Hi-Viz Chartreuse. They are easy to see from a distance. It would be GREAT if Merrell would make these in other Hi-Viz colors.

In spite of the blisters and limited color options, I will absolutely be getting several more of these.

Hi Everybody , My name is Ed and I am 68 years old. I am a young man trapped in an old guys body ! I dont want to get into the too much information category so I will not get into my foot ailments but to end it abruptly I have some arthritis.

The Hydro Mocs are the best ! This is the second years that I had been wearing them daily as they are truly the only shoes I wear during the year except a couple months in the winter as I live in NJ.

I count my blessings as I am still pretty active working 3 days a week by choice. I wear Hydro Mocs at work as I do a lot of walking , kinda maintenance groundskeeper. I had prescription inserts made for my shoes that quite frankly did little or nothing for my feet.

I wear my Hydro Mocs with my 100 % white cotton socks. I know what you young guys maybe thinking but I dont wear shorts so there are no old bony legs with socks and shoes ! LoL 2 Xs I am no way giving advice but these really work for me they are the best footwear for me and I might add I usually walk over 3 miles on a work day.

I just ordered some new pairs of kool colors to wear with my different clothes. They wear very well and last a long time as I am 6ft and weigh 205 lbs so they can take the wear. Old Guy Ed , NJ.

I looked at these shoes for months and finally pulled the trigger. I’m a big fan of my other Merrell products so I had high expectations for these. Mostly I was looking forward to wearing them on an upcoming trip to Hawaii for some light hiking and beach walking.

Unfortunately, after I received them, I went for a 10 minute walk and was bleeding on both of my heels from the cup rubbing at the top. I did some research and found a few other reviews of that happening online.

Wanting to still love them, I cut the heel cups down so they they did not angle as much inward to rub my heel. First problem solved. Excited to try them again I took them for another walk around the neighborhood after my heels healed all the way.

Unfortunately, within 10 minutes they had created a rub spot on the side of one of my feet. Heel was fine. So it seems no matter what these are going to cause sore spots on my feet. Super bummed about it because I wanted so badly for them to be the amazing shoe that the other reviews had me looking forward to.

I ordered these for an upcoming cruise to Mexico and think they will fit the bill perfectly. Well made not cheesy. A tight fit around the ankles to help keep out sand and rocks was what i was hoping for and got.

I wear a size 9. 5 so I ordered up to a 10 and they are still a little snug. They are kinda stretchy so it’s not a big deal. My wife thinks they are ugly which makes me like them even more! Haha!.

I am a kayaker with big feet. I needed a watershoe that added minimum length to my feet so that I could still fit my feet into the kayak. The compromise is that there is almost no toe protection or back of heel protection (I am all good with this.

) I needed a very flexible sole in order to use steering pedals, which these provide, Yet the sole is tough enough for walking on stony/rocky launch areas for short periods. I have only worn them three times for about 8 hours, they still look new, and do not appear to be getting weak in seam or tread areas.

I would recommend to a friend.

I use these for beach shoes and for use when my feet will get wet (washing the car/boat). They are also handy in Florida for quick runs to the store (especially when it’s raining. ) However, I use my zip up high top dive boots for snorkeling and use on our small boat as they provide ankle protection.

I bought these for my 9 year old who wears a size 6 or 6. 5. (She is super tall. ) We have a pool membership and the sidewalk at the pool was killing her feet. If you have a kid, you know they are in and out of the water all day long, so this was the perfect fix for the sidewalk issue.

She said they are very comfortable. They have held up very well over the past month and look practically new, minus the soles where you can see the dirt from the sidewalks. Lol.

Although these water shoes fit a bit snug I’m fine with that as they’re not going to slip off in the water. Overall they’re very comfortable and provide the protection for my feet that I was looking for.

These are made really well so I think they’ll be durable enough to last a long time. No sand got inside and I didnt have to worry about my feet getting cut walking in the lake, which is where we swim mostly.

Traction was great on slippery rocks. It takes them longer to dry than I expected but that the only negative thing I found with them.

These are perfect for my 6 year old at summer daycare for their splash days. He says they are really comfortable too! They do take more time to dry than other “water shoes” I’ve found though. Other than that, they’re great!.

I have to do rehab walking in the pool -I am nervous as I cannot swim & very fearful of slipping in the pool. I have tried several varieties of shoes/socks that claim to be non-slip & most of them are adequate poolside but not in the water – THESE ARE THE BUSINESS.

They are extremely comfortable & non-slip, in the water. they have holes all around the top so obviosly fill with water but by the time you walk to the shower the water has squeezed out through those holes.

They are very lightweight & you would hardly know you had them on. I take a size 4 in runners & these in size 4-5 are perfect. I am ordering another pair !!.

They do come up a bit big so got a smaller size for summer to wear on bare feet and my normal size to wear with neoprene socks. I just wish the sole was more substantial as they provide very little protection from stones and rocks.

However, they do provide some protection especially when swimming on a sandy beach.

Worth every penny. When doing exercising on the spot in the pool they definitely keep your feet on the bottom of the pool