Customer Reviews Orthofeet Dakota

Has a narrow toe box. Even the 2E was too narrow for my orthotics for my wide, flipper feet.

This is 3rd year I was looking for a waterproof ankle boot to be primarily used for the weather beginning fall into a heavy winter snowfall where I will need a taller boot. I love the navy-blue color, that's what caught my eye. It is different, not just the usual run-of-the-mill brown, black, grey. I have previously purchased two pairs of Orthofeet casual 'tennis' shoes for my elderly mom and she loved them. I was impressed with the additional inserts for a more custom fit. Anyway, I was extremely impressed with the immediate comfort in my true shoe size and width. That has been such a big problem with other companies. that I usually have to order two pairs at a time and then end up sending both back. Bottom line. I love these! I'm planning on telling friends and family and this brand will be the first I check for future shoe purchases. I plan on buying summer sandals for next year soon. They're already in the cart!

The fit and size is perfect! I have big feet and it takes me forever to find boots that fit correctly.

Normally I size up a half size in hiking boots. I got my normal shoe size in these. These are amazingly comfortable and I love the additional arch support. As for style I'd say they look good for a hiking boot.

Size and width are spot on, and my high arched feet with edema fit nicely in them!

These boots are not waterproof. The second time I wore them was on a sunny day hike involving a shallow stream crossing, over which I hopped from rock to rock. The day after the hike, I took out the insoles to add one of the extra insoles Orthofeet provides for a custom fit. I was surprised to see water droplets under the main insole on both boots. My feet were not submerged and even if they had been, true waterproof boots would not have let moisture in when stepping in a puddle or shallow stream. Very disappointed - reread boot description and although it mentions waterproof twice, there is no explanation of the water-proofing technology.

These are very heavy and have no ankle support, the tongue is quite short. Just an odd fit for me. I was so hopeful. The color was nice but didn’t work for me

I can’t even believe how pain free my feet were on a week of hikes. The extra plastic arch support for under the inner sole was better than my prescription orthotic and the XW width was enough to wear thick wool socks and avoid friction on my bunion.

The shoe fits, great is light-weight and has great arch support. So happy with my purchase.

very comfortable and good ankle support

I ordered this shoe in a wide width to accommodate my arthritic feet and the custom orthotics they require. The toe box had plenty of room - but ….. there is not enough structure in this shoe. Just walking around my house made my feet hurt. So disappointed that I have to return them

These boots seemed nice, but even with the lacing, the volume was just too much for my narrower, flexible feet.

I have terrible bunions but I work on a farm and I love to hike so I needed wide boots for the winter. I’ve been a Merrills girl for the longest time but my feet have just gotten too bad to tolerate their boots anymore. These Orthofeet boots are perfect. And so cute. I get compliments every time I wear them. They came with optional inserts so I’m giving them a go instead of using my prescription orthotic inserts (to see if I can conserve them for longer use). Time will tell on how well they work, but I love having that as a possibility.

In dress shoes, I wear a 7.5. In running/athletic/hiking shoes, I wear an 8 to accommodate slightly thicker socks. The 8 in the Orthofeet Dakota fits perfectly. The toe box is nice and roomy. The arch support is very comfortable.

I had been looking for a waterproof hiking boot, and this more than fit the bill. Was extremely comfortable immediately, even on long hikes.

very comfortable boots!

Great boots! I ordered 7.5 and 8 extra wide. I went with the 8 so I can wear thicker socks.

Super comfortable, fits great right out of the box, looks good too.

Fit was great however, left inner cuff had a rough edge which would have been irritating my skin because it was above the height of my hiking sock.

The fit is very good. I added my custom arch supports for better fit.

I wore these in the Galapagos and the soles were too soft for walking on rocks. They are not sturdy enough to be hiking shoe, but I like wearing them around the neighborhood and on soft dirt trails ( easy hikes/walks in open space)

SOOOO COMFORTABLE, with great arch support, but exterior construction a bit less rugged than competitive brands, so went with different, sturdier sole and toe durability. Will just add my own arch supports/cushions to different shoe.

I wanted to love these, but the EE wasn't wide enough - also felt like the overall shape of the shoe was rectangular, so if you're someone with a wider forefoot than heel, this boot is not for you.

These boots were obviously a return and the person before kept the inner soles. It is difficult to decide if they are a good fit and you no longer have the color and size combo that i need.

Just not wide enough for my foot and orthotics.