Customer Reviews Hoka Kawana 2
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486 total reviewsReview Breakdown:
62%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
13%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
11%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
6%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
9%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
73%"Felt true to size"
77%"Felt true to width"
66%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have worn size 8 for 30 years; Hoka's size 8 was a size too big. I had to pay postage to return. The photos did not show the backside of the sneaker which had an odd, fang-like sole. I would not have purchased this if it had been depicted in the photos.
Julie,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have owned Kawana's and for some reason this past purchase seem not as comfortable? It's the soles that feel like they are not as soft? I'm not getting the day long lasting comfort? Sorry for the low rating but I am being honest and may not purchase again because of that.
Teresa,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
The Hokas (kawana 2) are gorgeous shoes, with a modern design and a perfect height. The problem is, after wearing them, I get a sharp pain in the sole of my foot. Sometimes, I even feel pain while wearing them. It's a shame, because I really love how they look. And the worst part is, this only happens with these shoes; with the rest of my shoes from other brands, I don't have this problem.
Mily,
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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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Poor SupportGreat Support
The soles are really hard and the arch support feels minimal. It did not feel like I was walking on a cushioned sole, however overall they were OK. Will need to use a more supportive insole insert.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I like the look of these, but I wore them to work (in a hospital) for the first time tonight & my feet are aching!!! Not go comfortable at all. Pretty disappointed because I loved the last pair of Hokas I bought.
Ali,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
No support no cushion. I honestly do not understand what the hype is about this brand because I have never had sore feet after a day of work until I wore these shoes
So of course I can’t return them cuz I was sure I was going to have no problems because of how widely advertised they are and how expensive they are and I wore them for a couple days giving them a full potential to be broken in … I literally have had to go out and buy a pair of shoes for a half the price that are so much more comfortable
I can’t believe these are going to go in the back of my closet for all that money
I'd also recommend:
Sketchers
D, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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What type of unpleasantly surprised at how terrible these were on my feet. I've come to love Hokas because they are so cushiony, however these fit very narrow and there was absolutely no cushion not to mention no art support at all. I got them for my aerobics but obviously they're going back. Extremely disappointed in this hoka shoe.
Jo, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I really wanted to like this shoe. I noticed right away that the toe box looked narrower than the previous Hoka Rincons I owned. Not significantly but I could tell when I put them on they were a bit narrower. I like/need a wide toe box. Something about the design of the laces that was off and a bit tight across the top of my foot...even after they were loosened a bit. My sock bunched up in the arch of my foot as soon as slipped my foot in. And the heel sat low so it felt like my heel dropped down a bit in the back...hard to describe but it wasn't a comfortable feeling. For ppl with a slim foot these are probably ok. But if you need a wider toe box these aren't the ones.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks
Tanya, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
Not enough cushion in toe region.
Mary, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
i've heard such great things about Hokas so i was super disappointed by the fit of these. On my left foot it feels like the centre of my arch is on the seem and it digs in under my foot while i run, meanwhile i cant seem to get the tightness right around the ankle with it either feeling too loose or cutting off circulation.
Ari,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I wear wide but the product was a 10.5 B too tight for my toes
Agnes A,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
She complained of very little heel support
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Shoe didn't fit well
Stu,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Fit true to size, nice design. However compared to the original Kawana there was zero padding for my foot. I couldn’t wear them for 2 hours without my feet being in pain. As someone who loves the original design, I’m very disappointed.
Abi, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I've got six pairs of Hoka-all size 9. The Kawana 2 material is just so odd that the front toe bed area is loose on top. I regret not wearing them around the house first. Now I can't return them
Pam,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Tried these on in store, however the color I wanted was unavailable, so came online. Purchased my usual size (Clifton) however these are so narrow in the toe, they're now unwearable. They're also very shallow so my orthotic doesn't fit. I removed the insole, however am now missing the cushioning under my forefoot. Sadly, after only 2 months I will no longer wear. Understandably on sale.
Luci,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
The only good thing I will say about this shoe is they are very lightweight. I am less than impressed by comfort with running. My legs feet ankles knees have been painful ever since I bought the shoe. I will be going back to on clouds
Kim,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
The shoe is cushioned and comfy but the outside heel sticks out. Should have listened to a reviewer who tripped because of that. Very dangerous on steps. Don't buy.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Two narrow for me. I had three pairs of the Kawana1 and could wear them right out of the box. I've given these away to a friend who loves them. I can see by the reviews I'm not the only customer you might not keep.
BTWwhen the "1's vanished and the 2's hadn't come out, I wrote to Hoka asking for a recommendation for a replacement. Never heard back.
Babsariba,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I’m new to Hoka, and after hearing many rave reviews about the comfortability of the brand I purchased these shoes. I’m bummed to say they are very narrow and are uncomfortable with every step. I’ve worn them to see if they’d get more comfortable and they haven’t—and now I can’t return them. Very disappointed in my first pair of Hokas. They’re super cute but far too narrow and uncomfortable.
Amber, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Put them on for 10 minutes and returned them the same day. Not comfortable at all.
NYC W,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have worn Hoka shoes for years and they have always been size 8.5. These are labelled 8.5, but are much bigger. I compared the soles with my other size 8.5 Hokas and they are not the same sole. My foot moves around in them and I have almost tripped in them.
ML,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
The sneaker gets filthy by just taking them out of the box. They are nothing special for the money they cost and they look like they are 10 years old after five minutes of wear.
Stacey,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
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Anonymous,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I am so VERY DISAPPOINTED with your RETURN process as it's IMPOSSIBLE to get the shipping label needed for the return process!!!! As soon as you chose to reply to my email text I will hopefully be guided in how to return these sneakers. I hope to hear from you SOON as it's been over a month and I'm getting nowhere!!
Sadly,
Cathy
Cate,
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