Customer Reviews VIONIC Relax

Okay, I'm torn. Lately my feet have been hurting when I'm standing/walking on my hard wood floors for long periods of time. Having very low arches and history of foot issues, I decided to be proactive and spend quite a bit on a pair of not so attractive house slippers. I am trying to love these. But I'm not sure if they fit right. The arch is quite hard and it feels like it's jabbing into my foot. And I'm an 8.5 and I got the size 8. I'm not sure if my heel is falling into the right place on the shoe. I'm going to give it a try and wear it around the house this weekend and see if they start feeling better. They are heavier than I expected. Definitely a solid shoe. But they are so unattractive!

The slippers really look like slippers my grandmother used to wear. I'm 38, so I feel very old and ugly wearing them, but they do function the way they should for my plantar fasciitis. My major disappointment is that after only 3 weeks, the Velcro doesn't seem to work well on one slipper. It pops off making me slip right out of the shoe. :( That is a big problem.

Give them time. These are better than average house shoes. I almost returned them because the arch support didn't feel like anything special. For this price, I wanted a really comfortable fit. I waited a week and tried them on again. I liked them a bit better. Because they are open-toed and not super insulated, I wanted this style to wear during the warm months. I wear these daily inside the house and outside to grab the mail or dash out to my car. The soles hold up fine for that. I haven't washed them yet- no need and they still look clean. They have loosened to the point that I've had to adjust the velcro closure a couple of times already. That concerns me but if these last two summers they will be winners in my book. For the price, I want more than 6 months of use from them. I wish there was more selection for slippers with arch support.

I have tile floors and hate to walk around barefoot. I had a pair of Acorn slippers which are comfortable (and lots cheaper), but not for standing any length of time on the hard floor. These are perfect for running around the house; standing in the kitchen for long periods, etc. They are not the most attractive, but they are comfortable. Very soft. I think they do run big. I wear a 6 and these are more of a 6.5 and wide. But the velcro helps the width. My feet are very glad I bought them. Since I have been wearing them, my heels no longer hurt when I stand around for hours in the kitchen or schlepp around the house. These are my first Orthaheel, but I'm going to be looking for others.

I do love these slippers. They have dramatically helped my Plantar Fascitis. I wear them all the time in the house. The only thing in my negative column is that they do not clean well. Once they get slimy on the foot bed they are done and, at least for me, this happens long before the slipper is worn out. Too bad.

These ugly slippers feel better in-store than at home. In the store they feel like a huge relief on tired feet with plantar fasciitis, but after wearing them around the house for several days, easing into them as recommended, they are still not very comfortable. It is almost as if there is too much arch support, if that is possible.

Prior to getting these slippers, I was having trouble walking, in the evenings especially. Then I purchased these slippers based on the reviews. They are fantastic and I have only had them slightly over a week now. I wear them constantly while indoors, because I just got diagnosed with plantar fasciitis and heel spurs on the bottoms and backs of my heels. I use to walk barefoot while in the house, while cleaning and cooking. Anyway, before going to the podiatrist, I got these slippers and wow. I am amazed at just how much they help. They are comfortable and mold to the shape of your feet. The only downside I can think of is that they aren't machine or hand washable. This past week I have worn them with socks and without. In just one week, they already have a smelly feet odor, which none of my shoes ever get. They seem to be well made and of course the pink pattern with grey dots is so girly, I couldn't resist. If you have to wear them all of the time while inside, they might as well be cute. I have a high arch and narrow feet, just in case you are wondering. I wear size 11 in my Brooks sneakers and size 10 in my Fitflops. 10's were sold out in this pattern so I went with a size 11. They fit perfectly! Highly recommend if you are having plantar fasciitis and need a slipper for indoor use only. These are it, look no further.

These have the same fantastic arch support as Orthaheel's awesome Carla sandals. They look cushier than they feel, though, because of that support. The terry liner and upper are soft and warm. This style is great as it offers support and enough warmth for winter yet doesn't make my feet sweat (which is my problem with majority of slippers). I've yet to get the perfect fit on the top closest to the ankle since that is where I had a broken bone and it still aches sometimes...wish I could loosen it a bit without having it too loose closer to the toes, but overall the velcro allows you to a better fit than other too-wide Orthaheel shoes. Thanks Zappos for letting me try these with free shipping!

You definitely have to gradually get use to these slippers as the inserts states, especially if you have any foot issues. They are clunky, I didn't expect them to be quite as heavy. However, the longer you wear them the more comfortable they become.

These are some of the most comfortable slippers I have ever owned. They have wonderful arch support.

I bought these for wearing around the house so I could have support when doing house work they are great.

This is my second pair of these great slippers/sandals. I have flat feet and a bunion and these shoes have soft uppers and a nice firm arch support. The service from Zappo's was excellent as always.

Good support, but I had trouble keeping them on my feet. Returning them for the Orthoheel closed toe slipper.

These are the best slippers in the world for people with foot issues. I had bunion surgery and my doctor recommended them for post operation. At first the arch seemed extreme but you just need to let your feet get used to it and then it is a relief at the end of the day. I love them. They do run short as some others have said. Buy them. Your feet will be happy!

A supportive and sensible slipper. I'm glad I got them. I love the flexibility provided by the velcro closure. I would prefer a closed toe for the wintertime, but Orthaheel's closed toe slipper is entirely too wide. I'm very pleased with the Orthaheel Relax Slipper - primarily because it offers support which is not easy to find in a slipper.

Little heavy of a shoe. Womderful slipper if you have hardwood or tile (hard floors) and if you have anything wrong with heel or achilles. Stable and quality made. You do have to retighten often. Fast shipping.

These are the only slippers I could find that had excellent arch support, which I need because I am prone to plantar fasciitis. The velcro straps make them adjustable and they are soft and comfortable. I love the Orthaheel Wave flip flops and this has a similar, but cushioned footbed.

Wow, first day in, I thought these were fantastic! No break in period for me, I loved the therapeutic footbed. Second day, top of foot pain! Why? Those big, thick straps velcro together, and the bottom strap follows a straight line down the top of your foot! Tighten them enough so you don't slide - pain. Loosen them enough so no pain - they slide off your feet. Will try this brand again in another style.

These slippers have been great for my feet. I am sold on these slippers with a firm sole and arch support. I thought just having a soft sole on my slippers would help my plantar fasciitis, but these slippers are much better for my feet.

Nice Slipper, but for me, not the kind I like. I prefer slippers that don't feel like a shoe. I don't wear slipper outside, and don't need or like this type of thick bottom. Otherwise it is great.

I wore Acorns and Uggs for years and never felt like I had good ankle support. These are definitely much better. Size recommendation was helpful.

Okay, so attractive they are not but comfortable they are! If you suffer from plantar or other sore foot issues I recommend this shoe for indoor use.

I began suffering from plantar fasciatis this summer. I got the Orthaheel flip flops and have been wearing them a lot but wanted something else for in the house. These slippers are great so far - the only downfall is that I'm 34 and they look like something my mom would wear (I think she is planning on ordering them). But if they keep my feet feeling good then it's worth it. I don't think they have as much support as the flops but definitely more than regular house slippers. Size was fine - maybe a bit wide but you can tighten the velcro straps.

I really wanted to love these slippers but they were too wide for me and I have a medium to wide foot. These would never fit anyone with a narrow foot. They were so comfortable but my foot kept slipping through the front. I returned them and ordered the ones with the closed front. They were much better.

Outstanding arch support, like my older pair of Orthaheel slippers. Design not that elegant; Velcro tab sticks out to the side since my feet are not especially wide. Soft plush covering.