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Rating Summmary:

9,187 total reviews

Review Breakdown:

49%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

35%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

6%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

4%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

5%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

86%"Felt true to size"

89%"Felt true to width"

79%"Moderate arch support"

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I liked these Hokas at first but the more that I wore them the more it began to dawn on me that they were making my knees hurt. I didn't even know shoes could do that but after some experimentation between these and other tennis shoes I figured out that these were the culprits making my knees hurt. They were an expensive mistake, I wish I had realized within the first 30 days.
I'd also recommend:
On, Asics, Brooks
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Tongue to high, rubbed left side of heel, just tried on disappointed
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I loved my old Clifton’s, and liked the style of the 9s and was hopeful! Unfortunately the new design for the Clifton 9 rubbed my ankle bone and hurt to much to keep.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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The shoe just looks huge on my feet.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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These looked nice BUT they sent the wrong size and width. Of course I'm returning them, but REALLY? You'd think with all the resources at their fingertips they could get this right. Jeez.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Super disappointed with the change from Clifton 8 to Clifton 9. They have changed the length and the weight but not for the better. The upper is higher and now cuts into my ankle and although they are advertised as being lighter in weight than the Clifton 8, I have weighed mine and they are most definitely Heavier. In addition the outer length is about 1 cm longer and they make my feet look huge! Very very disappointed with the change, really hope they redesign the Clifton 10 to be more like the 8 that everyone loved.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Love the shoe for running. Sizing feels accurate and roomy, and they feel light and cushioned. The small apliques on my shoe which are just for decoration, are already peeling off. I've had the shoes for ~2 weeks, disappointed in that quality.
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Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
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They're different from the 8, and rub on my ankle. I've used the Clifton for a few years for running but they've changed the measurements slightly from the 8 to the 9 and it rubs so badly on my ankle I can't wear them. If I take the laces out of the top eyelets to accommodate that, then I get heel slippage. Super disappointing but these are going back.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I was so excited to get my Hoka's but that excitement quickly deflated with my first run. Immediately my calves and my shins hurt so bad then my knee. I waited a week and tried and again and same results except worse on the knee. So I thought I try them out as walking shoes, nope. Killed my feet within minutes of walking. When I was starting my return, I noticed that my order confirmation was for the right shoe but the shipping confirmation was for the wide version of the shoe, I already sent them back but maybe if I did receive the wide version they were too big and that's why didn't work for me?
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I love the shoes. They are so comfortable and really cute. My only negative is that the small green triangle pieces on the bottom of the shoe have already started to separate from the sole so they constantly get caught while I'm walking. I got my shoes on March 23 and it is now Apr 29.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I was a faithful Bondi 7 girl. I have wide feet so it's hard to find the just right fit. Bondi 7 was it! Bondi 8 was not the same, tried bondi x, again a no. Giovanna-still no Then I found Clifton 8. My feet were happy again!!! I replace my shoes every 6-8 months because I work 60 hours a week in them. Clifton 8 in wide was no longer offered. Tried Clifton 9. My legs hurt for hours after work, the tongue is too large and rubs even with thick socks on. I am so disappointed and at a loss. I didn't get the bring back of Bondi 7 ordered before they sold out. Please please please bring back Clifton 8
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I have mortons neuroma in both feet ... I have been looking for walking shoes as we are going to Europe in August. All I can wear now are Birkenstocks but none of them work for long walks. I tried these on and immediately felt pain. I am sad to return but am keeping the Hoka Bondi 9s as I can walk in those for 1/2 to 1 mile. Better than anything else I have tried.
I'd also recommend:
Birkenstocks, Hoka Bondi 9s
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I don't no what all the hype is the first pair I got that was to wide felt like you where walking on air sent them back and the one I got are not worth the 150 I'm going to have to pay for they need insoles and I had to wait a year to get they so sad
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
This is my fourth pair of Clifton9.This is the worst pair.After three hours of standing,I had to change shoes.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have been wearing the Clifton 8 for years and immediately returned the Clifton 9s. The rubbery screen printing and top material looks super cheap. The new lightening bolt design on the side of the shoe is embarrassingly cringe. They might be as comfortable as the 8s were but I'll never find out because I wouldn't want to wear these in public.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have worn the Clifton 8 for years and when I purchased the Clifton 9s I returned them immediately. The rubbery screen printing and top material looks super cheap. The new lightening bolt design on the side of the shoe is embarrassingly cringe. They may be as comfortable as the 8s were but I'll never find out because of how ugly they are.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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They did not make me feet happy. I don’t see the great hype about them.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
This shoe is not comfortable for people with plantar fasciitis. After standing on my feet for 10 hours., I had pain in the back of my leg and heel. The shoe needs more cushion in the heel.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
i have purchased these clifton 9's in the past. the black ones fit fine. the colored and and lighter colors are too tight.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I was hoping the Clifton 9 was similar to the 8 (which I loved!!) but no. I tried them regular and wide width but they both hurt my arthritic toes the moment I took a step, seriously. Very painful and no support at all. I wish I could describe more but I couldn't even stand having these on my feet for a minute longer. Sorry Hoka, but these don't work for me. I wish they still had the Clifton 8 available!!
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Seem to be supportive, but are hard, lack flexibility, and are not comfortable at all. Very painful to wear.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Long distance walking. Rubs top of arch on both feet - very uncomfortable.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Not enough toe room for my very flat feet
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I wore these shoes once and had cramps in my thighs and buttocks so bad I haven't been able to wear them again. Guess these are not for me.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I love HOKA. I have about 13 pairs or more. I only buy HOKA. I love Clifton 9. However this color was the worst. It's about 4 people that work in different dept of the hospital that I work at. We all had the same experience with the rubber sole of this shoe. We paid regular price because, the color is beautiful. The rubber sole is lifting. My shoes still look brand new. However the bottom is falling apart. So disappointing. But I guess it's only this color n brand. Don't buy them.
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