Customer Reviews Birkenstock Arizona - Birko-Flor® (Unisex)

I am still trying to figure out if this shoe does anything for me. When I first put my feet into it, it felt hard as a rock and my ankles hurt from the impact of walking. It did not feel at all like my feet were shaping the sole as I assumed they would - the material is just too hard for that. I am not even sure that it's not some cheap Chinese knock off that is not cheap to buy at an expensive price and the strap is not even leather. After a month I still feel that I am not done testing it.

This is my second pair of Birks, but I did not realize that these were so much different than the more expensive pair. They still have the same footbed, which is the most important part, but they have much cheaper leather straps versus the other ones. They look and feel cheap too. I am disappointed and should have sprung for the better ones.

I can’t believe for the price of these that they are falling apart!!

I have many pairs of Birkenstocks in various uppers. I've never had a problem with the Birkoflor until this pair. After 2 months of wearing them the strap is cracking. No way to fix because it's the synthetic leather. All of my other Birkenstocks have lasted forever with regular cork sealing. Cracking straps was a new one for me. Disappointing for $110 sandals!

I was not sent what I ordered…. Wrong size .. looks like there are feet prints on the bottom .

This will be my last pair of Birkenstock. They've stopped making larger sizes with leather straps (been looking for nearly 2 years now) and only this "Birko-Flor" synthetic junk is available for people with larger feet. It's clearly a cost cutting measure where they are trying to price gouge for the leather straps and phase them out of the product line. Leather costs more for a reason. Never mind that their trademark footbed has suede as a top layer. So the hippies are still putting leather on their feet. PVC cracks and simply is not as comfortable as leather. Furthermore, you can't get one (Milano) anymore with a backstrap over size 13. I do not like Birko-Flor. It's toxic to manufacture, not easily biodegradable, and is not suitable for shoes as a leather replacement. You're paying full price for an inferior product that doesn't live up to the classic Birkenstock standard.

Please tell me that they get more comfortable. Please. I wore them for first day today and my feet are killing me , even my back and knees. Are these not supposed to be good for you? I am really hoping that they will break in.

Roughly 6 months ago I decided to invest in a pair of standard Birkenstock Leather Arizona Sandals, as they came highly recommended by a friend. Being a resident of Michigan I rarely got the opportunity to wear the sandals until this past month. The sole of the shoes wore out so quickly that when I took the shoes to a repair center they said since the wear had reached the cork they were completely unrepairable. Comparably I have purchased similar styled sandals from Wal-Mart for roughly $5, these shoes last nearly a year of continuous heavy use. For this price I expect far more out of a pair of sandals. Save your time and money, the quality of these sandals is far below what I expected.

Perfect all the way around

We need to size down

I ordered a size smaller than recommended & they fit perfect. I like the Birko-Flors because they're super easy to clean if oil or any other substance is dripped on them & there is no break in period for the uppers.

These are great!

I purchased 2 pairs- same size but one was wide and other narrow. Definitely needed the wide footbed to fit properly. Gave the narrow one to my daughter. Birkenstocks are the best shoe for my feet

Super comfortable. Molds to your foot and soft

Fit great right out of the box; now I just need to break them in. There's a reason why Birks have been around so long! If you have an extra wide foot, these might be too tight but they are adjustable.

Perfect fit & size

As a man, flip flops are embarrassing. These are the only sandals I would consider. Super comfortable. They do get dirty eventually but nobody sees that so not really a problem. I’d like to get a colored pair they have as well in non leather. Highly recommend. Mine are almost 5 years old and still in good condition.

These are great looking and so comfortable!

The shoe worked, just want it in a different color.

The footbed and comfort is why I buy Birkenstock. They are well-made and last a long time. It's been quite a few years since I bought a new pair and had forgotten that there is a break-in period to consider--but even after a few days, that comfort is coming back and they're already conforming to my footprint.

I have worn these for years. They are my go to for support and comfort. I feel like they help with my plantar fasciitis and bunions. If you are not used to that kind of support you will need to gradually work up to wearing all day. Then you will love them.

Nothing compares to Birkenstock. Super sandal.

Worth the money!

As expected from Birkenstock’s. Nothing more nothing less.