Customer Reviews Hoka Clifton 9
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Customer Fit Survey:
89%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
80%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I am so disappointed. I had heard great things about these shoes. My boyfriend gets about 20,000 steps in at work and his feet hurt. I spent a lot of money getting him this gift but they seem to make his feet hurt.
Betsy,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Right out of the box my husband loved these shoes and said they were comfortable. After all day of working in them he gave them back to me and told me to take them back. They gave him blisters and he was in pain all day!
Nick,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I love my Clifton 7s, but the cuff on these really dug into my ankle. I thought it would improve over time but I was mistaken. They rubbed sores on the bottom of the lateral malleolus of both ankles. I kept them too long to return them so I gave them away.
Dub,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Have Achilles tendon issue and made it feel worse. Too much arch. Returning.
Michael, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Was not sure why the great Hoka brand I’ve heard so much about was uncomfortable. The shoe squeezes from the sides. Gave to my smaller foot son and they wore a 2” sore in to each instep/arch. Worn 3 times. Son twice. Waste!!
Marc, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have another pair of hokas and they are very comfortable. I have issues with my right foot and the Clifton 9 hurt and feel more tight.
Mima,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
after a month of wearing these shoes, the tread started to fall off. a couple weeks after all the tread on the left shoe came off, and some on the right. cloth fraying on the back. pretty horrible quality, and customer service informed me that it was up to the warehouse to determine if it would be refunded. all damage from normal every day wear and tear.
Matt,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
This is my third pair of Hokas (Bondi and Clifton) over the course of 10 years. All have given me blisters on the pads under my 1st MTP joints as a result of running (10-25 miles/wk). Not sure why. I initially purchased as recommended by orthopedic surgeon before considering surgery for bone spur in right 1st MTP. Admittedly, a previously broken right ankle has modified my right foot landing. And the blisters are more prominent on the right foot. Nonetheless, no other brands (Nike, Asics, Adidas, Salomon) have given me blisters. Surely Hokas work for others, but I'm done with them.
Mike,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I feel unstable wearing them
Stella, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I bought these and within a week of ordering, I am unable to return! I never wore them.
Suz,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
break in 2 months only all bottom rubber was coming out
Vish,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I’ve been a Hoka fan for years. For my long walks, the Bondi has been amazing. Thought I’d try the Clifton. I’m not sure what’s the difference between the two models, but after several walks in the Clifton, I experienced leg and back pain. Switched back to an old pair of Bondi’s and the pains have subsided. Really wish I hadn’t walked too much in the Clifton’s so I could return them. Have purchased a new pair of Bondi’s
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
First time purchasing and had to be my last. Although these shoes were customized for healthcare worker comfort, they opposed comfort and caused tremendous pain in my arch and heel. It was so painfulI required medical treatment. Everything isn't for everyone and these shoes are not it for me. I still like the style and colors of the shoes tho.
Ladibug,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have and love the Clifton 8. The Clifton 9 is a seriously cheaper shoe. Will never buy this brand again
Brs,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Dearest Zappos, as a proud owner of the Clifton 8 I bought the Clifton 9 with great anticipation! I threw the box away and was excited for my first shift at work with my new kicks only to realize these are the worst! The extra cushioning in this new model, leaves the shoe feeling unstable and I woke up with the worst Achilles/calf pain after my shift. The arch support feels non existent as the marshmallow bottom melts away under your foot. Is there anyway with no box and a few wears I could exchange these for another shoe? I spent $150 on these and they are one of the worst shoes I’ve ever owned. I’m super disappointed but understand I shouldn’t have thrown the box away until I knew for sure! Let me know if you can help me in anyway! Thanks!
Cole, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Shoes are OK but for the price they are substandard. Cushioning on heel feels fine but the ball of my foot needs a bit more.
Disappointed,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
These shoes are horrible! Every step I take sounds like I'm stepping on a mouse. They squeak so much it's annoying
J,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I am a nurse that is on their feet for 12 hour shifts. These are the most uncomfortable shoes that I have ever worn. Should have stuck to my Asics.
Travis,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
The cushion and stride of shoe is great but the arch is designed to support and instead causing severe arch pain. It shouldn't be there if this is a neutral shoe. The cushion comes up on the medial posterior part of the foot/arch/ankle. This raised area causes pain in the foot/arch after running. After reviewing other reviews and blogs, this seems to be a bad issue with Hokas. I have ordered a wide and the issue is just as bad although customer service lied and said it fix it.. Really disappointing.
ET,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
The fit on my right foot causes a pain on the side. Both pairs that were purchased do the same. My Hokas 7 & 8s don't have this problem.
Bobby,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Tried to exchange shoes. Was told it takes one month to exchange. Chat doesn't work during normal hours. Text doesn't work during normal hours. Was told sorry nothing we can do to help. Too many other brands. DO NOT BUY.
Sam,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have had a handful of Mach 5 running shoes, with no problems. Got a pair of these and have the worst outside knee pain I've ever had. Wish I could return.
Taxi,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Previously had a pair of Clifton 8's and loved them! When the 8's wore out I purchased a Clifton 9 because I couldn't find an 8 in my size. Wore the 9's for 1 day and found that they were extremely painful under both ankles. Fortunately Hoka has a great return policy. Not sure what I will do for my next pair.
Baker,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
So, you introduce a new color and forget all the customers that require wide sizing. Why???
HokaDave,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
The inside material of this shoe located near the top 2 lace holes came completely frayed. Just seemed like an absolutely terrible design. The heel cup of this shoe pushes your foot so far forward that your toes will be touching the front of the shoe unless you go .5 size up, again just terrible design.
I ordered these shoes to wear to a theme park because I was told they were the best for walking and I paid for expedited shipping so I would have them in time. However I will be returning them.
Kam,
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