Customer Reviews Hoka Bondi 8

Runs very narrow! I don’t usually wear wides but after reading reviews I ordered a wide and they still squish the sides of my feet and pinch my baby toes. Very disappointed because they have the cushioning I was looking for but the narrow toe box makes them uncomfortable

Amazing feel on the foot. Working on your feet all day these are the perfect shoes to wear.

It felt slightly smaller

I have purchased Hoka Bondi in the past but tis version isn't my favorite. Soul is too wide at the toe and looks and feels awkward. Thanks to Zappos. I also order the Clifton 9 and that feels much better so I will keep that one.

I’ve been determined to give Hoka another try due to a recent foot injury requiring more cushioned shoes, but it was indeed a challenge. Praise to Zappo’s for patience! I always go up a half size in running shoes. I started with 3 styles in 8.5 - Clifton, Bondi 8 and Gaviota 5. I have a narrow heel, very high arch and medium foot. All were too big and fit was truly unusual - Hokas are not for the style conscious runner… Decided to try them all in 8 and kept them for a week walking in the house, adjusting laces, trying different socks ad nauseam. The Bondi 8s in an 8 won. I bought the blanc de blanc. 2 weeks out, and I love them. The fit is more normal. They are easy to adjust for the heel. Thank you Zappos for putting up with me! I sent back 5 pairs of shoes and my refund is already applied.

I loved the shoe but because of recent surgery on both feet they did not work for me.

Great fit and true to size.

Shoe was fine - but too narrow for right foot. My feet are slightly different.

I purchased these to replace my two year old Bondi 7's. My older shoes are still in good shape but look a little worn and wanted a new lighter color. The Hoka Bondi has been one of the few shoes that I can wear without an orthotic. Sadly, the Bondi 8, although super built up, is lacking in foot padding. Not near as comfortable as the 7. Hopefully I can find some 7's in my size and stock up. Very disappointed that Hoka felt the need to change the style and cheapen them up.

The Hoka Bondi 7 and this Bondi 8 are a neutral, cushioned shoe that gives stability to my ankle. I had to return my first Bondi 8 because it was too garish and I was concerned by the much larger footprint with the flared sides. After trying other brands that did not offer a large enough toe box, I tried the Bondi 8 again. I chose a more subdued color, which I like, and was pleasantly surprised that Hoka has removed the firmer edge striping that now allows my little toes to have even more room. The Bondi 8 is not as cushioned as the Bondi 7, so that is a negative as far as I am concerned. I also don't understand the flared portion that makes the shoe look as if the toe box is larger when it is not. I would love it if the Bondi 7 is brought back.