Customer Reviews Merrell MQM Flex

I love the looks of this shoe, the color mix on the shoe is fantastic. I have worn Merrells for years and always a size 8 so bought this in an 8 which felt good when tried on. Unfortunately as I walked long distance in this shoe I quickly realized the toe is too short. Crap! I wasted a lot of money on ILL-FITTING shoes. The nice thing about this shoe is you get a spring to your step while walking. I have recently purchased another pair of merrells that also are too short in a size 8 and the size 8.5 are too big. They've definitely got issues with sizing in some shoes so beware!

Have worn these everyday for a 2-3 mile hike / walk around my community since the quarantine started. Completely unwearable now (after 5 months) as the footbed seems to have collapsed and my feet hurt for hours after a walk. Maybe that’s normal or maybe they aren’t well constructed for regular use.

Very comfortable so far on both paved and unpaved surfaces though I haven't had a chance to wear them for a long period of time yet. Toe box is nice and roomy for my short fat toes - my foot is widest across the toes. I wish these had a bit more support for my high arches.

Shoes fit well. I have narrow feet and harder to fit sneakers in general, so I was pleased.

Really cute - love the colors! Feel good and I’m keeping them but honestly don’t feel as good as my Danners.

I really like these! They fit true-to-size, have much better arch support than most other hikers I’ve tried, and aren’t heavy. The price point is great, too. I’ve worn them a couple of full days now (In hot temps) and my feet haven’t gotten sore or tired in them. This is the first pair of Merrell I’ve owned and I would definitely try the brand again.

I bought these to amble around in off road, frolic in fields, explore beaten paths, trip over roots and stones, etc. I still haven't decided if these are going to work for me, but I've contemplated them long enough to give a "tried on but not tried out" review... First, I measure at 9.5 and I buy 10.5 athletic shoes. I ordered these in a 10 and while technically they fit, I could tell the arch was hitting me wrong; I ordered the 10.5 and they fit well. They don't have enough arch support for me, so I tried them with two of my supports -- one light foam, the other heavy duty. They needed the heavy duty. I also tried them with met pads, and that also helped. Not a lot of cushion. They are light in weight and flexible, seem breathable, and don't come up too high and hit any sensitive spots on my ankles. Even though I think they are fun and cute and all that good stuff, they feel almost a little cheaply made -- and in my head, I'm comparing these to a similar pair of Salomans I tried on in a store (and rejected for feeling like ski boots). I'm concerned that these, being fabric without reinforcement, won't have enough lateral support to actually hike in, but I haven't put them to the test. I'm also concerned that the tread isn't going to cut it in the traction department. I mean, they're better than running shoes (learned my lesson), but they could be better. That said, if I don't find anything better soon, these are going to be my choice.

I live in the desert and really wanted a lightweight hiker. After trying on a bazillion hikers they all felt way too padded and too much bulk, they made my feet look twice as large. I decided to try these pretty shoes instead. They don't have the stiff support sole like a hiker, honestly the sole is kind of cushy. I have worn merrells for years and always wear an 8. These felt good during try on period, but once I got out dog walking at fast pace on roads I could not keep these on after I got home. Why? Too short in the toe. Now I'm stuck with these, so hoping others heed my advice and order 1/2 size larger.

Right shoe is a squeaker. That's for sure.

The shoe fits well. It is comfortable. Looks like a keeper. Seems to be made well and good support for walking or running.

The fit and size were perfect, but the insole was to hard for me.

This is a great upgrade to my Merrell Moab, but on my left foot the toe box was just a little tight for me.