Customer Reviews Hoka Bondi 8
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7,235 total reviewsReview Breakdown:
49%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
33%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
7%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
5%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
6%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
85%"Felt true to size"
84%"Felt true to width"
79%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
This shoe was recommended by my podiatrist. It has given my feet, knees, & lower back relief from any pain issues. This is my third pair of the Bondi 8.
Osodiur3,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
The comfort is great! I would have liked a leather or canvas top instead of a rain-susceptible mesh.
Win,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Very comfortable and great support. A little narrow.
Cat,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
The comfort is great! I would have liked a leather or canvas top instead of a rain-susceptible mesh.
Win,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
I use it for walking and every day use. I have band knees at 75 and feel less pain with these than any other shoe.
Andyman,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
Walking, every day
Greg,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
Thank you so much HOKA!!! I suffered from fallen arches and was spending every work day in extreme pain. Since wearing the Bondi 8 from HOKA my feet have improved way beyond my expectations. i feel 10 years younger and my work days are much easier!!
Josh,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I have very flat feet, picture Fred Flintstone, I am also a 5'4"female at 126 lbs. Because of my flat feet I purchase shoes listed for men. So far the Hokas feel pretty comfortable but I am worried about how my feet are hanging over the inside arch. This is my 3rd pair of Hokas and I can't say that I had this problem with the 2 prior. Perhaps my feet have changed once again and I need to select Xtra wide if available. But, I do like the shoe and so far it is very comfortable. I am wearing them periodically to ease into the shoes, it seems to work best for me. I love how they look and have received compliments, which took me by surprise because I don't wear shoes for looks, but sometimes you get lucky as with these Hokas. So, so far,so good ?
I'd also recommend:
Sketchers!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
Unfortunately only the beast by Brooks or New balance 990 fit my width. fit. I am a true 4E and these were too narrow. Had to return.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks, New Balance
NYC, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Great shoe, been wearing this brand for 5 years.
Benzo,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Seems like they are not as comfortable as they were
No,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I wanted to love these, but they actually provided too much stability and support for me. I found that my feet were hurting after wearing them in the house for a little while. Had to return.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
Forefoot seems more flared than last year's Bondi 8. Tongue now has a lateral elastic. Midfoot area seems slightly narrower. Each of these changes has decreased my satisfaction with the Bondi model, I'm on the lookout for something that fits my skew feet better. The upper material pattern has also changed but that is not a problem for me.
SnooZQ,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
I bought this shoe after consulting with Hoka's online employee about what I was looking for in essential features. She suggested this model. I thought that the shoe seemed well made. That said, it was too narrow at the ball of my feet, the cushioning was great in the heel but not near the front of the shoe, and the size was too small. I could have kept trying different styles i suppose, but as the nearest decent shoe store is 50 miles one way, doing so by mail would take too long
W J,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
I use these shoes primarily for walking. As much as I love the shoes and have several pairs of them, I have been disappointed in the quality. One pair of shoes had tongues that were different sizes. On another pair of these shoes, the black rubber on the sole came off making them dangerous to walk in. I did not have the receipt to prove they were less than six months old so I couldn't get a replacement. All this being said, I still purchase new pairs of the Bondis because the shoes are so comfortable.
Bikeman,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
As an older, overweight human a I was looking for comfort and cushion. While the shoe certainly delivers on these requirements the built in arch height was a deal breaker. Tried 3 different inserts and nothing helped. While I would have loved to keep this shoe it just would not work.
Hobie82,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
Bought a second pair for the same family member for Christmas at his request! Enough said!
Bill,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
I have a bunion and ordered the recommended size from the website. I have the Bondis. They are not tight and fit well. I wanted a shoe I could wear all day and do a lot of walking in. These fit the bill. I'm not an athlete or runner, just a 55 Y/O guy who wanted comfortable shoes to wear on vacation when I do hours of walking. Very happy with my purchase. Hope they last a long time.
Walt,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Very comfortable shoes for walking. Would have given 5 stars except so few choices in my size left me with White shoes that are already dirty.
Joe,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
Man walking in the HOKA BONDI 8 is like walking on a cloud. I stand on my feet for 8 hours daily at work and my Bondi 8s give me the extra support that I need. I can feel the shoe actually giving and absorbing the shock as I walk on the tile floor at work. My shoes absorb the force so my feet and shins do have to. The only negative that I can say is "I should've bought two at the same time instead of just the one pair.
Shoquenan,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
In every pair I've owned, the inside of the heal wears away and I need to bandage the heal of my foot until I build up enough callous so me feet don't hurt. My son has the same issue. I once exchanged pair for this defect but the replacement pair did the same, so I just decided to live with it.
Bill,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
As usual these shoes fit perfectly and are extremely comfortable. Also, as usual, they squeak when I walk. I really don't understand why every single pair I buy with an exception to one, squeak. It's rather embarrassing. I'm not returning them, because they fit so well. I know it's the shoe, because none of my other shoes squeak. Someone on their Facebook page suggested I use some kind of powder to prevent the sound. I shouldn't have to make an additional purchase to avoid sounding like a clown with each step I take. That's my only complaint. Not everyone has this problem, however there were others on the FB page agreeing with me.
Very T,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
As usual these shoes fit perfectly and are extremely comfortable. Also, as usual, they squeak when I walk. I really don't understand why every single pair I buy with an exception to one, squeak. It's rather embarrassing. I'm not returning them, because they fit so well. I know it's the shoe, because none of my other shoes squeak. Someone on their Facebook page suggested I use some kind of powder to prevent the sound. I shouldn't have to make an additional purchase to avoid sounding like a clown with each step I take. That's my only complaint. Not everyone has this problem, however there were others on the FB page agreeing with me.
Very T,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
Delivered to wrong house and tride them on and they were rubbing the arch of my feet. Not impressed at all for such an expensive shoe.
Scott,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Hoka
The first day I wore the shoes I felt they were forcing me into better walking posture. I felt they were stretching my hip flexors and activating my sciatica. I was expecting to be sore day 2. But I was not. I've had the shoes a few weeks now and am averaging 1000 steps/day more than I was. I am walking more upright and my hips feel more flexible due to the better walking posture. I've also found them comfortable so I am wearing shoes more frequently and this is helping with cracked heels and foot pain from walking barefoot on concrete. I guess the only drawback is I have gotten used to the padding of the shoes and am not very comfortable barefoot anymore.
EW,
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