Customer Reviews KEEN Kids Newport H2 (Little Kid/Big Kid)
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88%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
81%"Felt true to size"
90%"Felt true to width"
67%"Moderate arch support"
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I buy these sandals for my 2 boys each summer. They have the same convenience as a Croc, but are sturdier and more supportive. They are very well made and hold up to the daily wear and tear of active boys. The only drawback is the terrible smell they seem to always get part way into the summer even after thorough washings the smell always seems to return rather quickly.
Pam, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These shoes are great! My kids could not wait to wear them. My daughter has wide feet and enjoys wearing these shoes. My only problem with the shoes is the smell. After she wears them all day, her feet really do stink. I spray the shoes to help minimize the smell. Doesn’t always help. Besides the smell, the shoes hold up great and are easy to put on. I would recommend these shoes.
Linda L, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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My son LOVES these shoes. We live in Hawaii and they’re perfect for the weather here. He wore them right out of the box and they fit perfect. The only complaint I have is that they SMELL!!! When he comes home from school and walks up to me, all I smell are his feet. I’m going to try washing them and spraying them with Lysol this weekend. My husband and I both have Keene shoes and we’ve never had a problem with them smelling like my son’s shoes. Keene, please give the kid’s shoes more antibacterial protection! Other than that, it’s a perfect shoe.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
My boys love wearing the shoes. The shoes are cool looking and comfortable. One of their friends ended up with the same pair because of them. My only complaint is that their feet get very dirty and stinky at times.
Shoeshopperforboys,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These shoes are great! My son loves them. The color (Topaz) is fantastic for a little boy. They are very durable and he has gotten lots of compliments on them. They are pricey though.
I'd also recommend:
merrill
Hurley, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
I always thought these shoes were a little odd-looking, but I couldn't ignore how functional they were! I chose these for my daughters because they could be worn like sandals, worn all summer, and would be easy to clean. We chose to get this style because it was a closed back (closed toes and closed backs were a requirement for one of their summer day camps). They arrived quickly and I was surprised by how much my daughters and I loved them. They really are adorable and the colors are great! They've already worn them a ton and they have lived up to every expectation.
Amy W, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Much better since it's been redesigned with the velcro, wider opening. Much easier to get on. Hard wearing shoes that can get wet & be washed in the washing machine. They take a while to dry out though after being thoroughly soaked, that’s my only complaint. They do run a size small I think. Plenty wide enough, even for a wide little foot.
Amy S, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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My 8 year old son is all about the faster the better and the new velcro strap gave him a moment to stop and give his opinion of boo when he tried them on for the first time...he was not happy!! But he loved them last year so I got him to give them a shot and he does like them but why oh why change something so great??
E. V, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Pretty good so far -
I bought these shoes for my son because I didn't want to be cleaning his muddy shoes all through spring. He seems happy with them so far, and wears them uncomplainingly, which is a plus given that he is quite fussy about his shoe comfort. It seems wide for his narrow foot, but he has no complaints there. I give these 4 stars because I haven't washed it in the washing machine yet, so I don't know how it will hold up after washing.
Gai, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
The color (crocus) wasn't as pink as I would like but these are the second pair I've bought my daughter and she lives in them.
Bcp99,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
I bought these shoes especially for a 4 day canoeing/camping trip (which turned out to have a significant portion of hiking and rock climbing). They were amazing. My only complaint was that they took forever to dry, so that combined with sweaty feet and river water made them smell by day four. However I threw them in the wash (2x) and they are good as new! They had superior traction while rock climbing to the top of a waterfall, and were great for wading through the rushing water and small debris of cold springs. I bought the child size 6 even though I normally wear a women's 8-8.5, and they fit perfectly.
JeepLVR,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
I purchased these for both my son and daughter. My daughter likes to wear them with socks and thinks they are the best. My son likes to wear them however, without socks these shoes produce the most horrible stinky smell! We all know when the little brother has taken his shoes off!
ClarksvilleMom,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
Sandals sized exactly as described. Very comfortable on land, sand and in water. Good arch support. They eliminated the need to take sandals, walking shoes and water shoes on our day trips during a trip to the Florida Keys.
Note: sole indicates "non-marking". If you are buying for boating, note that the gray sides will leave a mark (although easily rubbed off).
CTbeaner,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
I ordered these shoes for all three of my kids...they are awesome...they are very wide in the ball of the foot but that doesn't seem to bother my narrow footed child (especially with the bugee cord that tightens them up a bit)...and they fit my daughter perfectly..(she usually has to have a wide shoe). They do start to smell bad quickly (even though they say they are treated with the antimicrobial treatment)...the shoes are just so versitile-they wear them everywhere...I ordered them with enough room where they can wear them with socks this spring, then without socks in the summer. Oh, also, my daughter usually has MAJOR issues with the way clothes, especially shoes, fit her (most clothes really bother her)yet she loves these shoes-there are no places on them that have the possibility of irritating or rubbing. I've also heard that you can throw them in the washing machine then let them air dry easily...but I haven't tried that yet. I've read reviews on these shoes everywhere and the worst I have ever read is that they get smelly-which is true but they are still GREAT shoes, worth the money b/c they function as a tennis shoe and a sandal (and what kid wants to wear a hot tennis shoe in the summer?)!
Thirdgenerationllshopper,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have been wearing Keen shoes for a long time and loved them. However, the new shoes are terribly ugly and uncomfortable. They are too wide, too bulky and have no arch support as the soles are really thin. I have tried several different styles and sizes but nothing fit. And they definitely weren't made to make the feet look good. I just have to return them all. I ended up purchasing a pair of Teeva which is not really my first choice but at least they fit.
I'd also recommend:
Teeva, Clarks, Naturalizer, Ariat
Chiquita, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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The shoes would be perfect for what they have been designed for, but after 2 months of use (not every day), the fabric on the sides of both heels is ripping. Keen should use a more reinforced fabric in that area. I expected them to be overall more durable than that. Otherwise very comfortable and my son loves to wear them.
Ania, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
These sneaker style sandals are school approved. They cover toes, have full heel coverage and rubber soles. They check all of the boxes. The depth of this shoe is shallow. My little one has lively feet but she still has that baby flat foot with a high instep and these leave marks all across the top of her foot. She did great in them for a while but as soon as the weather turned humid, these became uncomfortable telling me she does not have any room to spare. Keen, please make wide widths!
Erin F,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Rubs on the top of my son's ankle so we returned.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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My son didn’t like them at all- which was the first time he’s EVER not liked a pair of Keen. He said it felt as if the shoe was leaning inward. Sent them back.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
This is my 4th pair. I have loved everything about this sandal and they wear forever! However, this last pair has a short strap across the top. For children or adults with a high instep this latest version is virtually impossible to get over the top to the Velcro attachment area. Keen can easily fix this. I hope they do!! One other issue this year is the limited color choices! I don't know if that is Keen or Bean?
Prior to this last pair I would have given them a TEN!!
Mammamoose,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These were huge on both of my kids. We are going to try a full size down in both pairs.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Unfortunately these shoes don't breathe well and make my son's feet sweat and stink!!! I don't know if Keen changed the plastic in the insole but it is terrible - we never had this problem with previous Keens. It is not happen with any other shoes, so its not the feet, it has to be something in the design or materials that is causing lots of sweat in this pair. Sad because they are otherwise a great shoe.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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My son loves his Keen sandals and this is the 3rd pair he has had. However, by the end of this summer, this pair smells so bad, that we can't stand to be in the same room with them. When he gets in the car, we have to put them in a sealed bag. He is refusing to wear anything else until summer is over, and I can't spend this much for another pair that will be worn a month. Our other Keen sandals have lasted well enough for 2-3 hand me downs. Unfortunately, this pair will be finding the trash soon.
Audrey N, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
My son requires a 1 Wide. I ordered a 2, hoping that it would work. I didn't. My son refused to wear them saying that his little toes are being crushed.
AndreaSp,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Stinky feet! My son does not usually have stinky feet but with these shoes he does. I have to wash them twice to get the stink out. Try Teva if you get stinky piglets with these.
I'd also recommend:
Teva
Melissa M, Zappos Customer,
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