Customer Reviews Teva Original Universal - Urban

I was hoping that this sandal would truly be like the original, but it feels more like a lower quality knock-off. The soles are very bendy and just don't feel the same. I like the new color combinations, but the construction just doesn't match the original.

I am a long time owner of the Teva Universal style having bought my first pair in 1993, and still have my 1995 pair. I am pleased that Teva brought back this style but disappointed with two features of the new Universals. First, is the omission of the adjustable rear strap; that allowed the wearer to position his foot arch exactly on the footbed arch support. Second is the very soft and spongy foam footbed on the new Universal. I now feel every pebble through the sole; it is a bit like wearing bedroom slippers outside. The original Universals had a much firmer, almost hard footbed which I prefer. Still, it is a move in the right direction by Teva to return to the minimal strapping of this style.

I purchased these as a substitute for $2 flip-flops hoping they would be more solidly constructed and not fall apart in the middle of an airplane flight like happened with my flip-flops last year. They performed satisfactorily in that role. However, I've only had them a bit over a month and the strap material is already fraying into a fine fuzz at the edges. I haven't worn them that much so I'm a bit disappointed -- for the price, I hoped for something that would last several years of regular use, but I don't expect that at this rate. They are also much harder to put on than flip-flops -- obvious if you think about it, since there are two velcro straps that have to be maneuvered (I can usually slide my foot in under the front one and only have to undo and redo the back one) -- but I didn't expect it. So, I'd say they are better used for longer walks, hikes, and treks, just like the description suggests, not for casual wear in and out of the house (if you take your shoes off in the house). The size was exactly right (I measured my feet according to the sizing chart) and the velcro straps can be adjusted to hold them to my feet solidly, without any of the sloppiness you get with flip-flops. I also like the styling and might have bought another pair if they fit my lifestyle better.

Got my first Tevas years ago. After a year or two they started to stink, so got a new pair. I love them because they're soft underfoot, very good for walking. The two most recent pairs started to stink almost immediately. I literally wash them after every wearing, and they're still funky. Other sandals, including Chacos, don't get this way as fast. Because of the comfort, I haven't given them up.

These sandals sold under "Original Universal Teva's" tag are not that bad for the money but compared to the real "Originals" they are not in the same ball park. I would pay twice the price to get my hands on a pair of those babies. The closest resemblance here are the Velcro straps. Although they are thinner and flimsier they are functionally the same. The soles are not even close to the first pair I had owned. I would expect a year at best out of these soles. Did these go to China too? Please go back to the basics and the consumer will follow!

These are extremely comfortable. However, I was disappointed in the quality of the sole. It is already starting to shred a bit at the toe, and I have had them for about a month. If I were going to purchase another pair, which I probably will, I would get the ones with a more rugged sole.

Compared to my old pair, the new pair is not as good, went down in quality

They squeak very loudly, my other two pairs do not. I'm very disappointed.

Possibly needed to size down, the straps hurt my pinky toe and ended up rubbing a blister on the top of my big toe where the straps sit. I am normally a size 7.

I haven't worn them yet, may need to return because of the issue i have with the other pair. They are pretty and I like the colors.

I am extremely disappointed in the quality and construction of these sandals. Although I like the look of the sandal, they are not safe to wear. Feet slide around and rubber sole "catches" on floor surfaces. The inner sole material is uncomfortable the longer you wear them. I have been a Teva wearer for years but now I am doubtful.

Didn't know these have a high Arch Support and it feels like I'm standing on a bottle on the insides of my foot. I like them a lot but wish they had a description if these were made more for people with a high arch vs a low or even a flat footbed

I found the lack of velcro tightening not sufficient for my foot. I loved the print of fabric since I grew up on La Jolla Shores beach. I hope you will put this fabric on hurricane xlt sandals as io found they are more supportive with my active lifestyle sometimes getting wet. heel not as forgiving as I need and perhaps seems like a cheap comparison to many other Teva sandals. I also loved a sandal which supported my bunion on my right foot with two thin straps Im so so sorry you discontinued this one hop you bring it back again please!

The bottom of the sandals do not seem to be the same quality material that I've ordered in the past. They are flimsy and rub your feet raw.

I didn't know when I ordered it that the heel strap is NOT adjustable. That makes it so I can not position my toes in the straps properly.

These shoes are cute and very comfortable but the soles began to fall apart after just two months of everyday wear. Disappointing.

I have bought Teva's for years in the last two pairs that I bought for myself hurts so bad I cannot wear them

They are comfortable, but the sole is too flexible. The toe part bends under and I trip on it.

These shoes are cute and great for the beach, and the only reason I'm giving 2 stars instead of 1 is because they don't give blisters which is a huge plus in my book. However, there are so many cons including that the toe box is too long causing me to trip, they're intensely slippery when wet, and most of all, these hurt my feet like no other shoe. My ankles and lower legs hurt so badly after a normal day of wearing these to the point of me becoming grouchy. My lower legs and feet get so sore. Just yesterday, I wore them to the farmers market, a few stores, and walking around my house and I was in so much pain by the end of the day. I wore them on vacation a few times and felt the same way.

Strap design w/ moon & stars were a perfect way to trend back to the original one I hought years agohowever the sole was a complete disaster. Not the original supportive style. It feels like I'm almost barefoot when I walked on it. So, sorry, back it goes got a refund !! No way does it live up to its new name-Original universal.

The shoes are super cute but it kinda hurts my pinky toes. I'm normally a size 7.5 women's so I got an 8 but they don't seem to be right for me. Also the green tread used to attach the Velcro is too different from the gree fabric, I would prefer they match better.

They are confortable and beautiful but the grip is really bad!!!! Today I fell for the fourth time in 15 days. Before I had the hurricane model and there is SUCH A BIG DIFFERENCE, with that ones I could go even trekking. I am disappointed, before I was so happy about my teva for 5 years.

I've had Tevas for years and I just bought a new pair this spring. After wearing them only a couple times the layers of the sole started to separate. I returned them for another pair and unfortunately the same thing happened again. I'm very disappointed with the downgrade in quality, as they used to be very comfortable sandals for everything from hiking to a night out

I bought these for a trip to Costa Rica. Even thought I had them as tight as possible I kept tripping over the front of the sole. The sold is not the hiking one you may want. We went on some hikes and they were not suitable for it. I had to purchase something else. They are cute, though, just not for hiking.

I bought these four months ago. They are very comfortable and I wear them often but the soles are already falling off the shoe. I like these, but I'm disappointed that in less than 6 months the soles are literally falling off and making me trip. Would think twice about buying any other pairs.