Customer Reviews Hoka Bondi 9

The heel and toe area are comfortable however I require a higher arch support. I find my ankles turning in without the support in these sneakers. While the size is ok, I can’t put my extra arch supports in without making them feel too tight.

These shoes were my normal size but did not fit. The half size smaller fit perfect.

I felt the shoe should’ve been a little bit longer. It felt like my toes were somewhat forced in.

It appears Bondi 8 is no longer available. I read that Bondi 9 is the “upgrade”. It dos feel lighter and the cushioning is great. However, if you were getting Bondi 8’s bc of bunions, the Bondi 9 is narrower and a disappointment. The toe box is noticeably narrower and it does make a difference. I guess I’ll be looking for another shoe.

I found them to be too narrow in the toe box

They fit fine but were harder than the Bondi 9's I bought last summer. The heel was really stiff. Last time I knew I was keeping them immediately. This pair was uncomfortable..similar to Bond 8 for me.

these are my first Hokas they seem to run big. i usually wear a size 9 but these 8-1/2 i bough seem a bit long. i usually wear a wide width but the medium width was wide enough. a bit pricey at $175. since these are my first pair, i will have to wear them awhile before i decide if i like them

Love the look of style. Arch was not as great as expected, I added my own . Blistered my foot on top (without my inserts) They last about about 5 months wearing almost daily

“Starlight glow” appears white on the website but it’s a very light purple. That’s why it is rated 3 out of 5 for overall and style. I was expecting white not purple.

The shoe has become narrower. Wil have to return. Also had to go up a half size from my previous pair.

This was the correct size, but I found them clunky and awkward. Felt like clown shoes.

I have searched endlessly for the right shoe. too much arch hurts my heel spur. This has just the right amount in that area. It also supports and stabilizes your foot well. I normally wear a wide but after looking at reviews saying HOKA runs narrow in the toebox, I got the extra wide. It is still a bit too narrow. The biggest factor for me is the rocking sole. It just hurts my back. I would probably keep these otherwise but at this price point, they need to be perfect.

This shoe for me was irritating coming too high up around my ankle bones. My feet just couldn’t seem to adjust to these shoes. The shoes are very cushioned but my feet were swallowed up in them, if that makes sense.

BUT BUT BUT ankle kept hitting the side of shoe. Not a problem with Clifton 9. Had to return.

I love Clifton 9 of this line and thought to try a shoe with more cushioning as was described. The sole is thicker and the foot bed much the same outline BUT my ankle bumps against the side uncomfortably. . Returning and will buy another Clifton 9.

As comfortable as these sneakers were, I couldn’t get past their unfashionable look and how huge they were in appearance. They looked like a man’s heavy duty work boot. Perhaps the white sole would be better but I can’t pull off chic with this look.

The fit and size were true to fit and size. I wear an 8.5 wide (D) and I had plenty of room in the toe box and the length of the shoe. The only reason I am returning these shoes is because there was too much arch support for me. It's a firmer shoe (compared to the NB fresh foams I usually wear. I prefer a softer, more neutral shoe. I was trying something new in buying g these shoes. A good shoe, just not for me.

Beautiful shoe, I wish it fit :( I've worked in healthcare for many years, so I ordered the Wide. Unfortunately, the Wide was still too narrow and had to exchange this for the extra wide version.

Have to return

Unfortunately, Hoka has changed the design to Bondi 9, it is flatter and too cushiony for me although I do like the look. It does not offer the support that Bondi 8 had.

I bought these in regular width and they felt narrow. I returned them. I went to a local store to try on the wide, and they were a much better fit for me. The guy at the store said that wasn't the 1st time this happened. I have worn Hoka for several years and never needed a wide before.

I have a narrow size 8.5 foot; however, the 8.5 would hit my toe resulting in moving towards a size 9. Shoe appearance 10 out of 10, although I wish there would be less white and more multi colored. Size 9 is more comfortable. Arch support, not as much, I still get pain when just walking on the pavement. As a person that struggles with FibroM and joint pains, this shoe does not support me as much. Cushion, there isn't much.

I've ordered Bondi for years. Unfortunate to make sizing different.

I have narrow feet, size 8.5, but this shoe felt tight and it kept putting on pressure on my big toe. There was no way that I could comfortable run, or walk without discomfort. I ended up with the 9.5. Love the color and fit. Who knew I was a size 9.5.