Customer Reviews Onitsuka Tiger Ultimate 81®

I love these. I like the style and that they come in so many colors. I just got my second pair. My only complaint is that the insoles are hard! For both pairs I had to rip out the glued-in insole and put in a store-bought version. They feel much better now with a little more cushioning.

These shoes are so comfortable! I had another pair in high school and when I saw the white/black, I had to have them. I have wide-ish feet, and they fit so well. Lots of room in the toe box.

This is the best sneaker I've ever worn. It's comfortable, stylish, good support and they even make my large size 9 feet look small! I will only buy the Onitsuka Tiger from now on.

These are the most comfortable shoes I own. Although, when I first got them I wore low ankle socks and the top of the heel area rubbed the back of my ankle raw. So now I wear higher socks and I don't have this problem. The shoes are fairly light and flexible. I love them.

So this is my first pair of Onitsuka Tigers by Asics. I am usually a classic Vans guy but I wanted to try something new. I got the size 12 (my size) and was happy with the comfort and style of the shoe. But the 12 felt just half size too big. So I ordered the 11½ and got them in the mail today. They are the perfect shoes. I am hooked. Asics for life!

Great shoe. However, the sizing chart is a little off. I ordered an 8, and was skeptical of doing such because i usually wear a 7.5 The 8 was too big.

Great shoes that really hold up well. My last pair of 81s were bought in 2009 and are in excellent shape other than a worn out sole. These new shoes appear to be of similar quality and comfort. They may have changed their sizing slightly; I had to buy a half size larger than the old pair.

A bit more substantial than other Tiger shows with the same great look and comfort. This isn't my first pair.

If you need arch support this is the shoe for you. Fits true to size. Super comfy, you will not be dissapointed. Buy them!

These shoes are beautiful. Having not owned a pair of tigers before, I wasn't sure what to expect. The fit reminds me of Puma, but a little wider. They are supremely comfortable and I feel like I could walk forever in them. And looks wise they're pretty slick!

I needed a shoe I felt comfortable wearing to work and other professional environments both in appearance and for utility/comfort. This shoe met both of my standards, I would recommend it.

This is my 5th pair of Tigers over the last 6 years. I love them. Comfortable (especially arch support), durable, and they look great. I wear these things out over a few years of over-use.

Bought for my husband for casual wear. He likes them and says they're comfortable. He wears them out and about. Just a note: ordered the "light grey/captain blue" and in the photo the base color (not the trim) is a very light grey but the actual color when we received them is a darker medium grey. Liked the color in the photo better but it's not a big deal.

I loved it. Normally I'm hard pressed to trust a brand I've not been living in but this shoe has given me life. Not only is it stylish but its comfortable as well. Well worth the cash and am already eying another pair.

Zappos was very helpful with the process of purchase and also they met there timeline. I am glad I used for first time because now I know I can purchase with them with no hassle.

I bought my boyfriend these shoes over 2 years ago and Zappos is now the ONLY place that carries them! I had to wait a couple months for them to be in stock but so glad they have not been discontinued.

I am very confused about this product, as all the colors are supposed to be the same model, but they are clearly not. I had a white version which does not appear to be available any longer, and they were literally the most comfortable shoes that I have ever had in my life: for walking, running, and anything else. The second time, I bought the black pair (with white stripes) and they were absolutely terrible: clearly inferior materials, much less comfortable, and irritated my ankles when I walked long distances. Then I went back and bought the grey ones, which looked more similar to the white, and sure enough they were the same amazing shoes that I loved! So it is not an issue of changes in manufacturing, they are actually two different kinds of shoes being marketed as one. Before buying these shoes, I would look closely at the photo and make sure you are buying a color that has the mesh type of front - these are the higher quality shoes. The others are absolutely terrible, I do not understand how they are the same style. If I ever accidentally buy the second kind again I will immediately return them, that is how bad they are. And the others are, as I said, literally the best shoes that I have ever had!

I love these shoes! I buy a new pair about once a year. I walk extensively in these shoes and they are comfortable and durable. The sizing is a little tricky - I normally wear a women's 7, but end up in a women's 6/men's 4½ in these. One time I needed a 6½ instead. I do not know if there is something about the conversion between the unisex size designation and women's sizing, but at least shipping is free if the size does not work out.

Great shoe, very comfortable and stylish! Will definitely be buying the same brand and possibly other colors of this exact shoe! Size is perfect and has the best arch support I've come across. Highly recommended!

Overall a great shoe that is very comfortable. Probably some of the most comfortable I've ever owned honestly. The only thing that caught me a tad off guard was the color of use suede part of the shoe. It's still gray for sure, but not the same hue I was envisioning from the picture. It's gray but also has a shade of tan mixed in. Definitely not a deal breaker though. I bought these as something I could go to with almost any casual outfit I wear as they are fairly neutral but not boring, in my opinion. I would definitely recommend them!

These are great, comfortable, stylish casual sneakers. They run true to size. I ordered the olive green and that looks just like the picture. I wear them with jeans and Khakis. They are a bit on the pricey end, but worth it at this point. I will definitely order again in the future.

I got these as daily, comfortable shoes to wear with jeans. So far, I've been really happy with them. They seem to wear well with little staining, and they still feel good at the end of the day. I almost didn't keep them because initially where the lip is sown in was a little uncomfortable, but I wore them around the house a bit and it got to the point I didn't notice it. I wear a 8.5 in dress shoes, but kept the 9 in these, which is pretty common for tennis shoes for me.

I've owned 8-10 pairs of Onitsuka Tigers over the years, and they have never let me down. That being said, I may be positively biased in this review, but it had been a while since I'd worn a pair and I decided to pick these up as a late Christmas present to myself. Almost immediately I was reminded of why I loved this shoe so much. The Tiger is extremely versatile; I use this shoe for the gym and just about any other activity besides running or hiking. I love that the shoe is both light and supportive, and even as simple as the design is, it truly forms to the foot. My days typically last from 7 am to 11pm and I spend the majority of time in these shoes, can't go wrong here!

I love Onitsuka Tiger. They sadly no longer make my favorite style, Limber Up Moscow, so I opted for these. They're comfy and cute. Not too bulky like many sneakers and breathable so your feet don't get too hot. Wonderful purchase!

I bought these shoes for 2 reasons: the colors and the great reviews. These colors are pretty and vibrant. These sneakers are long and wide enough for my feet. Also, it has good arch support. The built in arch is really high and after walking for long periods of time my arch began to hurt. Overall, I am satisfied and would recommend this shoe. However, I will only wear them when I will not be doing a lot of walking.