Customer Reviews KEEN Newport H2

When I bought this shoe, I tried to find out the difference between this one and the Keen Whisper, and nobody could tell me...so I'll tell you -- this one is a more substantial shoe, and has better grip, a thicker sole and better arch support. I was looking for something my feet would love, and that I could wear in town, at the beach, in the lake, or on a hike. Check. The elastic adjustable straps mean you can make it a little tighter when you need more support (ie, hiking), and looser when you're just walking. I went on a 3-mile hike the second time I wore them, and was amazed that they were comfortable all the way through. My only issue is that my feet get hot and sweaty if it's really hot outside -- I wish there was a little more ventilation. My guess is that the Whisper might do better hotter conditions, but I decided to go with this one because of the extra support.

The shoe is definitely worth its price tag. It is everything they says it is. It has great support for your arch and cushion for your heels. I love the toe protection. The grip these shoes have on wet/slippery terrain is amazing and they dry super quick. I have wide feet so when I first tried them on they felt a bit tight and rubbed one of my pinkie toes. After I loosened the lock laces and wore them a few days I have had no problems with them at all. They do keep your feet nice and dry even from sweat in 90+ degree weather, however, this past summer in NYC we had a heat wave and temperatures reached over 100 and up to 110 in the subway. No matter how much foot powder I used and how many times I washed my feet these shoes became so funky that I was embarrassed by my own feet. It was not just the fabric part that had begun to stink but the inside rubber sole. So I put them in a net bag and tossed them in the wash. Hung them to dry and they were like new, they wash well. No more problems! After the heat wave the odor never came back. So watch out for extreme temperatures.

Very sad. This is the 4th pair of Keen water shoes I have had and this one was a disappointment as have my last other pairs of Keens. Something has happened to Keens. Their quality and comfort has gone. These were too short, toes hit ends and arch supports are in wrong place. Remember this is my 4th pair and I am still wearing #2 and #3 for old shoes so I know how they used to fit. It's not my feet, it's the Keens. Very sad. I had worn Keens for over 10 years but here I come Tevas.

I really love these Keens. They are quite heavy duty - perfect if you plan to actually hike in them versus just wearing them at the beach or to walk around town. I think there are better, lighter weight Keens if you don't really need to hike (the Whisper is great), but for maximum balance, stability, and anti-slip while hiking on rougher terrain, these are perfect. My one gripe is that I'm currently waiting for a different size. I listened to several reviewers (and the Zappos fit guide) which said to order a half size up. I definitely do not need a half size up. I am a 7.5 and the 8's were exactly a half size too big. I do have narrow feet, so I'm wondering if the people who need to size up have wider feet and find the toe box too snug in their actual size. With my narrow feet, these shoes are a little too wide (something I am used to!), but the pull strap tightens them and my foot doesn't slip at all (even in the ones that were a half size too big). I ordered them in the slate black/canton, which is not black at all. It is definitely more of a chocolate brown - combined with the blue lining/stitching, they are really attractive. These will be perfect for my upcoming trip to Hawaii (once I get the right size!).

Extremely comfortable! I bought these shoes because they looked different and I could wear them from the beach to the hiking trails in Hawaii. I absolutely love the style and the comfort cannot be beat. These are the most comfortable pair of shoes I own, and I even wear them to the gym occasionally because they are more comfortable than my tennies. One word of advice: order a half size larger than you normally wear because they tend to run small.

I have bought these shoes for over ten years and I was distressed with the quality and workmanship as the material around the ankle was improperly sewn, leaving material to fray. This occurred on all three shoes that I wanted to purchase. Check the shoes carefully!

I love Keen shoes. I found this style to run a little narrow. I have the Newport shoes and they are much wider. I love the comfort and the color!

Bought these to wear kayaking in Croatia where it’s quite rocky and there are sea urchins and I thought the rubber toe and sturdy sole would be good to protect our feet beyond the thin cloth beach shoes. We wounded up wearing them kayaking AND hiking over slippery moss covered rocks and wet, damp terrain. The photo attached is of me walking on moss covered rocks in the Miami hammocks, very tropical, moist and wet. NO slipping! My husband loves his pair, I like mine as well. They are a good fit and size was true. I’m going to list the pros and the cons. Pros: Super comfy! I have very bad feet and wore these hiking for several hours without pain or discomfort. Great grip, especially on slippery surfaces Good support for flat feet Protects toes, great for riding our bikes around Miami Beach (lots of construction, nails, loose gravel/cement, etc) Good to wear to the garden Very well made, quality materials Easy to get on and off, no ties, stayed secure on our feet Cons: They ARE hot They do not dry quickly (to be expected, they are not thin) Were not good for the Croatian beaches as small stones got under your feet from the side openings They are not very flattering to wear outside of natural setting and outdoor sports (unless you like your feet looking like a duck’s!)

Only had them since sept 2018. My last pair lasted almost 10 years or more. All I do is wear them in the back yard. 2 top pieces that attach to base came loose. Highly disappointed they fell apart so quick. Still love the brand though, but this is lame.

unfortunately the rear external strip of both sandals ripped off after just 14 months. Although the sole is extra strong, the overall strength of a product is measured in its weakest point

We just returned from a 15 mile canoe trip on the Hoh River and the Newport H2 was the perfect shoe for comfort and all the portaging we did. I wear an 8 1/2 narrow and have high arches. The 9 was a great fit.

i'm wearing these around the office before I decide if I should return them. They are not roomy in the toe box like my KEEN VENICE. I wear a 9.5-10 and these are 10.5 and my big toes are touching the toe guard. Also feels like the arch is too far back. So if I return I'll be getting a size 11!!!! That's crazy. If my feet swell at the end of the day, these shoes will look like sausage casings with my puffy feet poking out between the straps. Love the color.

These are the most comfortable and supportive sandals I've owned. I walked all day, climbed rocks - I even played 9 holes of golf in them! My feet are hard to please, and these made them happy!

After pregnancy, my feet totally expanded and left me with a pretty wide toe box and narrow heel. Finding shoes that fit has been a huge problem for me. These Keen sandals are awesome! I still have lots of room in the toe box and can adjust the ankle to be snug. I usually wear a perfect 8.5 in Keens, but I sized up to a 9 in these. They're a tiny bit on the loose side, but an 8.5 would have probably been too small. I wore these on a beach vacation where I did some light hiking and they were soooo comfortable. I didn't even have to break them in. They supported my foot and the sole was firm, but cushiony. I'm not the biggest fan of how they look, but I was looking for comfort over style. I got what I was looking for!

Loved them as soon as I got them on my feet; I’m recovering from a fractured ankle and needed a shoe to support my foot as well as accommodate my splint. I also run a summer program for kids and am excited to wear these everyday so my feet won’t get too hot, they’re waterproof, and I can still be compliant with the “closed-toe” shoe requirement!

About a year ago I bought a pair of Keen Targhee II hiking boots. They were my first pair of Keens. After reading the reviews, I ordered a size larger than my normal shoe size. I normally wear an 8-8 1/2. My Keen hiking boots are a 9 1/2. They fit great, absolutely love, love, love 'em. So when I recently decided to invest in a good pair of sandals that could get wet hiking through and along the Tuolumne River I knew I would buy Keens. I assumed they may be sized similar to the women's boots, but I was wrong. I ordered a 9 and 9 1/2, and both were too big. I sent those back and ordered the next two smaller sizes and kept the 8 1/2. So order the size you normally wear in most other shoes. Other than that- the heel strap doesn't seem to slip, there's plenty of arch support for me, but I guess I don't have a high arch. And the toe box is wide enough to accommodate what I like to refer to as my duck feet.

I usually wear a size 6 to 6 1/2. I read online they were running small so ordered a 6 1/2 and a 7. My toes were touching the end of the 6 1/2, so kept the 7 and just tightened them up a bit. They were perfect for hiking through mud and water and ATV-ing through the same. Did not rub or hurt at all, and we were on slippery muddy rocks. Other people were slipping and falling but we were not. Rinsed off like a charm. Best vacation purchase ever. Love them. (Since they are open, we did end up with sand and small rocks in them at times)

This is my second pair of Keens in this style. They are a wonderful product that work well in a variety of settings - beach, light hiking, outdoor gardening, water parks, etc. They protect your feet and are very comfortable. They also dry quickly. My last pair lasted for 5 years before they got lost. I find that this style is better for those with a wider foot.

I had a heel that had some pain in it from wearing a pair of Ugg-type castoffs. The pain went on for years. (perhaps it was a spur). Anyway, these shoes were the only ones that didn't make it hurt. In fact, I believe they helped the pain to go away. Because of the great arch support, it lifted my foot off my heel just enough...I have been wearing these now for 2 years and I love them. With socks in the winter and just the shoe in the summer. I wear an 11 and that's what I bought...it was perfect. They are roomy in the toe area, which I like.

AT 1 month the sides tore along the seams. At 6 months the straps tore out. Never more disappointed in a pair of good comfortable shoes.

I love these shoes. I got the neutral gray/purple and they actually go with quite a lot of summer clothing that isn't just purple! They are comfortable for all day wear, including a lot of hiking (I can't even say that for athletic shoes/sneakers). Excellent arch support. When they get completely wet they dry very quickly and it is tolerable to keep wearing them without getting that horrible wet foot feeling. I must say I tried both the Keen Venice H2 and the Whisper first as they were cheaper and looked a little more feminine. The Venice gave me horrible blisters for some reason and the Whisper was okay for short trips in the water but too tight to wear all day. But this shoe is perfect. No blisters. No tightness. I do have feet that are on the wide side of normal if that helps anybody decide between Keen's options. I rarely actually wear a size wide, but I need a shoe on the wider side. I did have to size up from my usual 7.5 to 8 which surprised me since my feet are between a size 7 and 7.5. Otherwise my toes bumped the edge. But the 8 fits like a glove. In the other two Keen models I tried I was true to size so I think this model in particle runs large. Highly recommend.

I got these and the Venice H2 to compare them for wet landings followed by trail walking. They are both very comfortable, fit my feet well, and are exactly what I needed. I chose the Venice over these, though, because I thought they were better looking and made my feet look shorter than these. Otherwise, it's a tossup. The toe box is squarish so if you have a long big toe you will need more room, but if not, your regular size should be OK.

It took me 2 tries to get the correct shoe size. Returning my first pair of Keen's was very easy. I ordered the Gargoyle/Green shoes and am very pleased with the color. The footbed seemed rough until my feet got used to it. These shoes will be perfect for traveling and walking my dog in the park.

I absolutely love these! These were my first pair of Keen shoes. I bought them two days before a three week Asian vacation. Each day was hot (over 100°) with 100% humidity. Not my favorite kind of weather. I sized up to a 6 (5 was not available) and got the gargoyle/sap green color. I love the color, which is strange for me since most of my shoes are black. And I love the fact that I sized up as my feet were swollen the entire time. I was able to adjust the shoes to fit my swollen vacation feet and my normal feet after returning home. I wore my Keens everyday (no socks) - sightseeing, cave hiking, lots and lots of walking. My feet felt great!

I am very sad that Keen has seemingly shortened their Women's shoes! I have a pair of size 11s from 2 years ago and my old Newport H2s are definitely longer than the ones I ordered! They are also narrower. I LOVE these shoes. I have lived in them for years. I am so sad. I had to order men's Keen Newport H2s.