Customer Reviews Hoka Gaviota 5

I like this product a lot and I am experiencing less pain however my big toes have rubbed holes in both pairs I have. I added toe protectors but they look rough.

I really liked the previous version of the Gaviota shoe. The new one laces differently and has a diiferent outer sole. It's okay, I will keep the shoes, but it will take some time to get used to them.

I purchased these to replace my amazing but now ageing Gaviota 4, which I love. I thought I would size down a fraction as my size 8D's are a tad big, so I ordered the 7.5D (which should have fit according to the Hoka size chart). Unfortunately, the "smaller" size 7.5D Gaviota 5 is BIGGER than the 8D Gaviota 4. The toe box is at least 5mm wider than my older "bigger" size, allowing a bit too much sideways movement for me. Also, I'm not sure if it is an optical illusion with the black/white colourway, but the shape of the toe box seems to be overall rounder (as well as wider) than my Gaviota 4, giving my feet an almost clown-shoe-like appearance. I adore my Gaviota 4 (they are so effective at reducing my foot pain) so I will try again and return the 7.5D to try them in a 7 regular. Love the shoe, but it's a bit frustrating when there isn't size consistency because now I have to pay to return these, not to mention the time it takes to ship to and from Perth. (Unfortunately Hoka stockists nearby don't have these sizes/colourways in stock so I have to order online.)

This appears to be a good quality shoe. It just didn't seem to have the support and close fit that my foot needs. Maybe another model would work.

Nice shoe but the toe box is WAY too large for me and the material is a mesh which is not good for my Northern climate. I'm sure it's a great shoe just not my cup of tea

This was a great shoe until a couple weeks ago. I bought these shoes in April 2024 and by December 2024, they are already worn out in the balls of the feet. I do not wear these everyday or everywhere. I use these shoes for work where I'm half on my feet and half at a desk. I did not expect these shoes to wear out so far, especially when I have another pair of these (different color) that are just over a year old with no problems. I liked them but when I asked for a replacement under warranty, I was told that I didn't qualify. As much as these shoes cost, they are not worth buying again if they wear out so fast like this.

The shoes are functionally very good, but the style is wider than I knew. I sort of feel like I'm wearing clown shoes, TBH. Also, the color is a lighter gray than I thought it would be seeing them online.

I purchased these because I loved previous versions. This pair was comfortable for a few weeks but then began to dig into the sides of my foot, I think due to loss of cushioning. Would not buy again.

I absolutely love these shoes! They are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn of my life. I would love to buy another pair and get them in several colors. Unfortunately, they didn't last. The cushion that goes around the ankle goes down into the shoe and ends up by your heel. This happened on one of the shoes so they fit completely different. A really sad loss especially considering how much they cost.

This shoe is very uncomfortable and hurts my arch so had. The sole is uncomfortable too and hard. I work like Iong hours, so this is money wasted.

This shoe isn't nearly as comfortable as the earlier Gaviota versions. I've been wearing them for years due to a number of foot issues and chronic pain. I hope the Gaviota 6 will be more like your previous shoe. If it ain't broke, don't change it! Also, they make my foot look huge! I love that the hoka's have a wide toe box, but this is almost too wide. Will still recommend Hoka's, but not the current Gaviota style.

I have worn Gaviota 4's the past year and they were the perfect fit. The 5's are super wide and were so loose on my feet. I am so sad that they changed a perfect shoe.

I like these, but they seem so much bigger/ wider than my previous ones which were Clifton's. As petite person they are a little big for my stride. They are comfy, but I will go back to the Clifton's for walking/travel. Much smaller shoe.