Customer Reviews Hoka Arahi 8

not as "padded" as other models

I need a wide sneaker. This one was too narrow even though I bought a wide

Poor foot support and too soft so heel kinda collapse on me and tilts me back.

These fit like a glove, except for your feet. Smooth gate from heat to toe. Roomy toe box and room for my orthotics without being too snug across the top of the foot. I can't really comment on the arch support because I do wear orthotics but when I first put then on the support felt "adequate". Great shoe to wear all day without issues.

I have been a huge fan of the Arahi for years. Have had at least 8 pairs of them. Sadly, the Arahi 8 has been changed and not for the better. The arch no longer fits my foot. And the overall fit is just different. Hoka why ruin a good thing? Returning.

Very comfortable. Like then better then bondis. A little less cushion which I wanted

Fits like it was made for me!

This new model of Arahi is terrible. I have been buying Arahi for the past four years and loved them. The Arahi 8 do not have the neutral support I need. These are too soft, no support, and little to no stability. I really dislike the fabric as well. I know that soft sounds nice but when standing for long periods of time the ball of the foot and heel sink so low that the arch pushes up into the foot with too much pressure, causing pain. Then when sitting it is as if there is no arch support at all. The softness of the sole doesn’t support my stride as I walk making my movements feel unstable. If you like Bondi you may love these. I need shoes that meet my activity level with good support.

Love these. I got a wide and don't normally need a wide but having g flat feet the wide is just right and provides great support and comfort.

I loved how the shoe hugged my foot and had a slim appearance despite being a wide width. The shoe was wide enough for me. Unfortunately despite using my own orthotics, I still felt my feet turning inward. I severely overpronate, but if you don’t, this shoe would be great.

As my medical coworkers at the surgery center say, "Hokas will change your life." I have small narrow feet but a size 6 medium width and also with molded plastic inserts-fit! My feet and legs feel good all day with such excellent thick soles. I tend to get black and white Ahari's to go with black leggings or pants. But colorful Hokas look great with scrubs too.

Arahi 8 fits different than 7, it is wider, longer and support feels visibly different-softer and less arch support compared to 7. Returning.

Perfect!!

Love the look of these shoes, but the arch dug into the side and hurt

The comfort of the shoe is great. The material is horrible. It holds stains doesn’t wash clean and doesn’t hold up as well. I wouldn’t buy them again.

Size was perfect, very comfortable and very stylish, feels like walking on air

First time trying Hoka, and unfortunately I wasn’t impressed. I over pronate and have minimal arches at this point and was hoping to find a shoe that was supportive and stable, but the shoe felt larger than my normal size and was narrow through the arch and back. Also, the material felt cheap considering the price of the brand. I may have to go back to Brooks brand instead. But Zappos does make exchange/return process very easy.

Tight toe box makes them feel too snug

The Arahi 8 is nothing like the 7. The 8 is not a shoe that will work for me. The 7 is way better. I don't know why Hoka changed this shoe. I don't get it...

It was heaven putting on my new Hoka Arahi 8 this morning for my jog. Don't wait too long to replace your shoes!

I was firmly in the Hoka Arahi 6 camp, owning numerous pairs and while a bit heavy feeling my feet felt very supported, with excellent stability so I walked in a neutral stance. I skipped the 7's and thought I would try the 8's. I work 2 days a week, back to back and am on my feet all day except for 1/2 hour for lunch. I try to switch my shoes off each day. Currently I'm also using the lastest Cliftons. This Arahi 8 does not feel as supportive or comfortable as the 6's. The heel padding is not as soft. My right foot over pronates and the 6's helped that but not the 8's. I've tried multiple brands (Asics, Saucany (awful) and Hokas) and always loved Hokas. But recently they just aren't feeling like they're up to my hard days. Last night after my two work days my right heel, where I had plantar fasciitis in the past, was starting to act up which is very disappointing .

This shoe is so comfortable, I love it.