Customer Reviews Hoka Bondi 6

I'm a nurse and bought the Bondi 6 after reading a review from a fellow nurse online. I spend my 12 hour shift walking and standing and this shoes makes all that walking a lot easier. The pain I have on my left foot is gone within a week of using these shoes.

My first pair of Hoka's were the Clifton 3. The most comfortable pair of shoes I've ever owned. Fast forward 1,000 plus miles of walking and even though they were still comfortable, it was time for a new pair. I order the Clifton 4. When I tried them on in the store, the plush feel of the Clifton 3 did not exist in the Clifton 4. Not even close. But the shoe fit very well and wasn't completely uncomfortable. I started my daily 3.5 ish mile walks in them and although they were very supportive, several weeks in, I missed the plush feel of the Clifton 3. My love for Hoka at this point, was not as great as it was when I purchased the Clifton 3. I did some research and found the Bondi might meet my needs better. I found them at a local store and tried them on. The store actually had the Bondi 5 and Bondi 6 so I could compare side by side. The Bondi 6 was noticeably more comfortable. I made the purchase, put 4 miles on them this morning and couldn't be happier. My Clifton 4's (with about 250 miles on them) will be retired to shoes I only wear on occasion. The Bondi 6 is now my go to and my love for Hoka has been rekindled. If you're like me and looking for the plush feeling of the Clifton 3, the Bondi 6 is a great replacement. I wish the 6 had more of a spring in the toe when going forward like the Clifton 3 had, but that's my only complaint....and it's minor.

Love the Hoka in full Black. Super comfort, awesome support, ultra light. Feels like walking on air.

Bought a pair of shoes from a retailer 300 miles away. Had issues with the shoes. Was able to get a replacement directly from Hoka. Thanks

Comfort, comfort, comfort. I'm a walker, not a runner - typically walk 5 miles per day. I've got problem feet (hallux rigidus - stiff/painful big toe). These shoes with rocker soles and plush cushioning were a revelation and have enabled me to continue walking consistently Thank you Hoka One One!

I've been a Clifton or Challenger guy for quite some time. Before that, I ran exclusively in the Stinson. I've never owned a pair of Bondi's, but knew I was going to need the additional cushion before an upcoming 24 hour race and BOY OH BOY am I glad I got them!!!! Did a tempo run the other day to test and they worked amazingly!!!!

Most comfortable shoe for an old man who fights the impact of running on feet and knees Wouldn't run with any other shoe

...but now it's my go to shoe! Plush comfort and great support. Most comfortable shoe I've ever owned.

Great shoes took out box & did a 10 mile run . The softest running shoe I have ever ran in. Would definitely buy again.

Some background: when I discovered the Bondi 4, it changed everything for me. Although when they were discontinued, I tried the 5 and hated them. They looked good, but felt like two flat, lifeless wooden planks strapped to my feet. I continued to purchase the discontinued Bondi 4 until they were pretty much impossible to find. When I could no longer get the 4's, I tried the 5 again, and hated them again. This coincided with the release of the Nike Epic React, which I've been running on since their release. They're ok- light, fast, but nowhere near the amount of cushion that Hoka's (with the exception of the ultra stiff Bondi 5) offer. So I finally took a leap of faith on the Bondi 6 and it was the best decision ever. The cushion isn't mushy, it's responsive- even better, with more life than the 4. The forward roll of the shoe as you run feels great. My only gripe is that the arch is a little aggressive (although I'm flat footed, so this probably wouldn't affect a normal footed person). Even with that, this is the best running shoe I've ever tried. I'll stockpile ten pairs if they're discontinued in a couple years. Thank you Hoka for getting it right!

I am not a runner. My knees are just about shot (at some point will need a double knee replacement). A very good friend of my daughter is a firefighter and EMT. He is on his feet all day and in his spare time runs and runs and runs. HOKAs were his recommendation (his knees need TLC as well). The day the shoes arrived they were on my feet and I am enjoying them tremendously. The added cushioning make my assents and descents on the hard pavement more comfortable.

Very hard to run at my age with advanced arthritis in both knees but I can run (very modest distances) with these shoes

The soft ride is perfect for my worn out knees! Even on concrete they feel soft and comfortable yet still supportive. A must have for high mileage peeps.

I didn't really like the cushioning in the Bondi 5 shoe but the Bondi 6 is great.

I have plantar fac. and these shoes make it bearable to walk until the plantar heals.

I use these shoes for my long runs on pavement, I have found they have reduced that hamburger meat for feet feeling I get from most other shoes.

I ordered Bondi 6, Nike Epic React, Nike Zoom Pegasus 35: all promised comfort for running; walking. Unbelievable how comfortable the Bondi 6 were, as soon as I put them on. Sorry Nike: I have to return both Nike and am going to Order a 2nd Pair of Bondi 6. [And, to think that I am a long term Nike "fan".]

I am a walker. 6 to 7.5 miles a day. I purchased my first pair of Bondi 5's as a recommendation from my podiatrist. I own two pairs of the 5's and have owned the 6 for almost two months. An excellent shoe and upgrade. Although the 5's were extremely comfortable, the 6's are even better. I'm about to purchase a second pair. I use mine with custom made orthodics. I feels like walking on a cloud.

I use the Hoka Bondis for extended walks (3-6 miles) as well as routine daily wear, rotating several pairs among each of the tasks. The cushioning has ended the unremitting pain I felt from arthritis, neuropathy, and being overweight. I really do enjoy these shoes!

I really liked the Bondi 5 but the new 6 is definitely an improvement. I need the cushion in my shoes to help deal with aches and the Bondi 6 most definitely delivers. Running in these is like running on clouds. I'll be getting another pair for sure.