Customer Reviews Hoka Arahi 5

Nice shoe but I am a but Clifton fan. The Arahi is much firmer and does not have the cushion that the Clifton has. Also the toe area is a little more narrow than the Clifton. I guess it just depends on what you like. Good shoe but I will go back to buying the Clifton.

The shoe does not feel comfortable in my feet.

I am between sizes so the fit is a little off. I have broken my foot a few times so I was looking for a stable sneaker that was rigid but would absorb walking impact. At the store they recommended this one. Not sure it is the best one for me Still experimenting

I wish I could just buy these shoes and not have to buy inserts. I feel after I pay 140.00 I shouldn't have to pay another 55.00 on inserts. But whatever at least my feet don't hurt for 6 months .

I actually enjoy working out and walking in these sneakers. However I don't like running in them. The soles are a little too thick and not flexible enough, causing aching in my shins, especially up hill.

I use for walking and working out. This is my second pair at they fit/feel nothing like the first pair

The shoe is sturdy, which I need but the mesh feature isn't as pliable as I would like. I do have foot issues and that is why I chose this brand and type for my particular condition. I only buy mesh top shoes because I need a tiny extra room around my toes only. Unfortunately, the area where the mesh and rubber sole push on my small toe and it is painful. A 1/2 size bigger might better but I have concerns it would be too long in length and wouldn't be a good fit that way either. Other brand shoes I have purchased recently are the same size and I do not experience the discomfort like these cause.

I use this shoe for everyday wear and walking 30 minutes each day. I hoped it would help with shin splints but it hasn't.

Every day shoe

I like the style and the color, was expecting it to be more comfortable. Hurts my feet with excessive walking

I like the shoes. I can run in them comfortably. Love the color! But something about the inside, bottom of the shoe is a bit uncomfortable. It feels like it is poking into my foot and rubbing but fortunately has not caused a blister. Unfortunately I purchased them on sale and could not return for a different style.

I love the color and fit but for some reason the bottom is slick. They are more slippery on wet pavement but also on dry. I am afraid I might fall so I haven't worn them much. Has anyone had this experience besides me?

I purchased my first Arahi 2 and have since purchased another models before coming back to the Arahi. The shoe feels and looks flimsy and cheap. I don't feel the same support that I did with previous purchases. Certainly there is a very cushioned feel but without the sense of stability of the other shoes. I feel that the plus of your shoes was a distinctive quality. Now it seems that I could easily go back to other brands without a noticeable difference in performance. I will wait to see how the shoe holds up over time.

Sorry to say these did not work out at all. That is the big risk of buying online. Unfortunately these were very uncomfortable, I tried twice to wear them on a run and the right shoe was so tight around the top of my foot- not my toes but around the mid foot - my foot was completely numb by the time I was done ( short distance 1.5 miles) when I took off the shoes The numbness went away and was replaced by pins and needles. I have a small foot- never needed a wide shoe in any other brand . Ended up giving them to my daughter and she likes them. Maybe I should have gone up a full size but the reviews said they fit true to size. Went back to my old brand .

My first pair of Hokas were the Clifton, which I love! I got this pair and they seem stiffer and not as comfortable. After tightening the laces and walking in them more they feel better so maybe I just needed to get used to them, but still a stiffer shoe than I'd like.

Purchased this style because it was on sale. I had purchased this style in the past and liked it. Not the most comfortable shoe.

I WALK SEVEN DAYS A WEEK, 3 TO 4 MILES PER DAY. I HAVE ALWAYS WORN RINCON'S IN THE PAST. THEY WERE PERFECT FOR ME. THESE WERE NOT AS CUSHIONED OR AS FLEXIBLE IN THE TOE BOX FOR WALKING. THEY MAY BE GREAT FOR RUNNING, BUT THEY DIDN'T WORK FOR ME.

I love them but I have a high arc and I tend to put more pressure on my heels so after a while if im standing for a long time my feet start to hurt.

The color combination not good, and the comfort was not as I expected

I have feet problems with plantar facisitis. I tried these shoes after many people said they were great, but turns out, nothing great for me! They have a good cushion, but notlasting comfort for my days at work. I am 5-2" and weigh under 150, so it's not that I'm a huge person. Brooks or ASICS will the same job for me with the same comfort for about $50 less.

I use my Arahi for aerobic classes and weight classes. I prefer the Rincon 3. The fit is better for me and there lighter.

They were great. I just wish they had been a bit smaller.

I love the Brand Hoka however the exchange process has been very challenging and disappointing. It's a month now and my exchange hasn't been processed. The shoes were bought for the summer and I hope to get to enjoy them soon. There has to be an easier way to get a return.

They are not very comfortable. They rub on the sides of my heel which has caused blisters. I am not sure I will every get used to them. I have gotten some inserts to try to help.

I'm not as happy with this shoe as I have been with my original support shoe. However, that shoe was only in black??? I