Customer Reviews Brooks Addiction™ Walker

I am on my feet all day waitressing. I am standing on my feet all day. These are by far the most comfortable shoes. My back does not hurt anymore and my legs don't feel tired. I have tried other brands and have had problems. These are the only shoes I will buy in the future for my line of work.

Got these for my 81 year old mom and they are fantastic! She was have trouble with over pronation which led to hip and back pain. These shoes helped so much and she is no longer in pain. I would highly recommend these shoes to anyone who needs a good, supportive, stable walking shoe, because these shoes are all these things. Also, they are no more bulky than any other cross training or walking sneaker. My mom loves them!

Great shoes for a very fair price. I stand on my feet most of the day and walk a lot. These Brook are perfect. My feet don't hurt. They a comfortable and good quality.

Pleasantly surprised about the comfort and fit of this shoe...relied on other reviews to try it out. Thought I'd be disappointed when first put them on and they felt a little stiffer than my New Balance usually do when they're new - but within minutes could tell that these were even more comfortable than my old standby's and they fit my feet better too! Wish they were cheaper.

Great shoes! Due to orthopedic problems these shoes were recommended by a doctor. They are the only shoes I wear. Comfortable and supportive.

Let me begin by saying I needed a good walking shoe for work. I work in a busy operating room and it is usual for me to walk 5 miles a day. I have the typical nurses feet- achy, calluses...initially I was put off by the stiffness of these shoes. But I put them on and wore them out the box for a typical 10 hour day! No breaking in period. My feet felt great! Was I ever surprised! And I have worn them every day since. No pinching, no sore spots, just a great shoe. I am delighted! They fit well, true to size, there is plenty of room in the "toe box" and I can walk forever in them. Height recommend them to someone that needs a good shoe for support and for long hours of wear at one time.

These are very comfortable shoes for me. I have bone spurs, hallux limits and now have been diagnosed with tarsal tunnel. They fit my orthotics. I went up a half size because of bone spurs on big toe. They aren't the prettiest shoe however at 60 years old and still active I don't care so much about what they look like just how they feel! I just try not to look at them too much! Worth the money, have always bought New Balance but Brooks fit me better now.

I am an over pronator that has constant foot pain even with custom orthotics. I ordered the Brooks Addiction Walker and with my orthotics I no longer have any pain. I own a dog boarding kennel and I am on my feet on a concrete floor seven days a week and life is much better now.

With wide feet, cranky arches and bone spurs that needed accommodating, these shoes fit the bill. I had to make the following adjustments - remove the inserts (which were just okay) and replace them with excellent inserts, and lace them to counteract the inevitable heel slippage that no manufacturer on the face of the planet seems to get right in women's shoes. They are very sturdy, and have higher heels than most walkers, so your dress pants do not end up dragging on the ground during the commute to work. And I call them my birth control shoes, because they are so ugly, no romance could possible occur while wearing them. But my feet do not hurt!

A superior walking shoe. (Believe me, I've done the work.) Chronic plantar tendon inflammation, neuroma and shredded meniscus....a walking/fitness wreck. These walkers are my "go to" for comfort and reliable stability. The toe box is generous. I love these shoes. Not very fashionable, they're a lot of shoe, but they do the trick all day long.

Not pretty, but I work 12 hour shifts as an RN, in an ER, and these hold up better than anything else. With the Orthaheel Active insert, I can run on cement all day and still be without foot pain on my way to the car. I also find they wear out more slowly than some of the other sneakers, making the price more reasonable. Just ordering a 3rd pair.

I needed a sturdy comfortable shoe because I have a ruptured posterior tibial tendon in my left foot and have to wear a small molded brace. Thus I had to order two pairs-one size 9 1/2M and one size 11W. They are very sturdy but extremely comfortable and I will be ordering another color in the spring time. I just wish that you had a plan for a person like me where you could some how buy just the 2 shoes that you need instead of having to buy two pairs,or giving a discount on the second pair. But I will say that Zappos is very reliable and has excellent customer service. I encountered a very nice young gentleman that assisted me in picking the particular shoes. THANK YOU ZAPPOS

These shoes are very comfortable! I usually wear custom orthotics (fallen arches and plantar fascia) but do not have to with the Brooks Addiction. I am so thankful for Zappos return policy. I ordered these shoes 5 times before finding the right size. I never have to order wide width. Here's my advice, order 1/2 size up for B width, or a 1/2 size down for wide width! Hands down, way more comfortable than the Vionic/Orthaheel tennis shoe.

Love these shoes. I walk and stand a lot during the day. These shoes are exactly what I needed. They are very comfy too. Wish I would have bought them sooner.

Love these shoes. They have good cushioning on the bottom and good arch support. I am able to use them with custom orthotics.

I have only been comfortable, for the past five years, in New Balance. I ordered the Brooks Walker because I needed a solid black shoe and I was very pleasantly surprised at how comfortable they are. I have a lot of arthritis and discomfort in my feet but was able to walk for hours in these shoes with complete comfort.

Although very ugly, they are extremely comfortable! I'm overweight, need an ankle replacement, have flat, painful feet. But with these shoes I was able to walk on a 10 day New England tour! As long as I wear long pants to cover them, these will be the best shoes I've found to provide support and cushion. Believe me, I have tried a lot of shoes!

I needed comfortable walking shoes that did not look too orthopedic. The Brooks addiction had this bone color and also my size 11½N size so I gave it a try. These are extremely comfortable. The extra height of my orthodic caused some rubbing on top area of left shoe, so took them out, comfortable innersole was a good substitute and it made my feet lower so there is no soreness at all now.

I bought these for my wife and I have not had one complaint! That is the best testimonial you will ever get.

The first time I tried brooks, I like them better than New Balance. I am on my feet a lot and like to walk for fitness. I am 65 yrs old and find these very supportive and well fitting...time will tell they wear well. As always Zappos is the best!

Excellent comfortable shoes. Angle and arch support. Size fits just right. I bought 2 sizes, and with Zappos easy returns, I am sending back the pair that didn't fit. Great shoes, great experience!

The shoes are very comfortable. Shipping was prompt. I did find them on a different website for less.

I purchased the Addiction. It has been the most comfortable shoe I have ever owned. I would recommend this shoe to anyone who has feet problems, especially flat feet. My only wish is the laces were longer. I absolutely love this shoe.

I purchased the Brooks Addiction. It is the most comfortable shoe I have ever owned. My only wish is the laces were longer. My foot is somewhat swollen, and I cant tie the shoes around my foot. If you want a pair of shoes that you can wear all day, this is it. Zappos you are great!

I have finally gotten to that age where I HAD to have a sturdy walking shoe with leather and not some flimsy mesh that was holding my foot in place. This shoe fits perfectly! I normally wear a 9 1/2 and that's what I ordered. It's a wonderful shoe that I could put my pro-kinetic insoles in and have the foot support I needed! Yes I would and HAVE recommended these to lots of friends and family.