Sneakers are not the best choice for serious walking shoes. The more miles you log, and the more varied the terrain is, the more you will want to look at light hiking shoes. However, some companies, like New Balance and Clarks, offer sneakers that have an added level of anatomical support.

Naturally, if you have foot problems of any kind, we’d recommend Supportive, Orthopedic Shoes for Walking.

Why Buy Shoes Online?

I hate shoe shopping. And I don’t think I’m the only person who feels that way.

For me, shopping for walking shoes is especially painful, thanks to my odd-shaped feet and a small selection of choices in my home town.

Good Pair Of Shoes.com makes shopping easier with an extensive collection of walking shoes for men and easy checkout through Amazon.

If you’re tired of driving all over town trying on shoes, this is the solution. Just order several pairs through our Amazon links, and return the ones that don’t fit. If you’re one of the 100 million Amazon Prime members in this country, you’ll even get free shipping both directions.

No rush. No pressure. No sales clerks. No driving around. You can take as much time as you need to determine the perfect fit. (Just make sure you don’t wear them outdoors)

If you have wide feet, like mine, there’s a post on the best walking shoes for wide feet. We also have shoes for people who have foot issues, such as plantar fasciitis or flat feet.

Adidas Neo Walking Shoes

Category: Sneakers for Walking.
Noteworthy: Good for plantar fasciitis.

Adida’s Cloudfoam is a newly developed EVA compound and is getting good reviews for its softness underfoot. This is consistently rated as one of the best sneakers for plantar fasciitis.

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Asics Gel Walking Shoes

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: This brand is a good option for diabetic feet

ASICS combines their legendary Gel cushioning system with great support features like medial posts to provide maximum shock absorption while helping to guard against over-pronation and over-supination. Lots of Fit Options in many styles and building their shoes on different lasts (the form that shoes are constructed over), ASICS offers shoes that will provide a great fit for every foot type. They offer specialized walking shoes with the whole purpose of helping people with Diabetes.

Asics Gel Quickwalk Shoes

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: This brand is a good option for diabetic feet

ASICS combines their legendary Gel cushioning system with great support features like medial posts to provide maximum shock absorption while helping to guard against over-pronation and over-supination. Lots of fit options in many styles and building their shoes on different lasts (the form that shoes are constructed over), ASICS offers shoes that will provide a great fit for every foot type. They offer specialized walking shoes with the whole purpose of helping people with Diabetes.

 

Clarks Women’s Wave Trek Sneakers

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: This exceptionally supportive shoe belongs in a class above.

This shoe actually qualifies as a “Supportive orthopedic shoe for walking” but it doesn’t look like one. Clark’s has been making exceptional shoes for more than 100 years. They’re well known for their combination of comfort and orthopedic quality. This waterproof women’s sneaker in classic black leather boasts Clarks wavewalk™ walking technology, comfort, and good looks. The innovative curved rocker sole conserves energy, absorbs shock, and cushions the joints to enhance the walking experience. Crafted of rich, weather-ready full grain leather with removable ortholite® footbed for comfort on treks on city sidewalks or country lanes, rain or shine. These run narrow, so they’re not for people with wide feet.

Fila Women’s Day Hiker

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Rating: 3 stars out of 5
Noteworthy: Inexpensive

Don’t let the name fool you… These really aren’t hiking shoes, but they are a good value for basic walking sneakers. The reviews of Fila Day Hikers are mixed… many women say they’re quite comfortable with some extra room in the toes, but some complain about the quality of construction and the materials. One thing’s for sure, you get what you pay for in walking shoes.

Hoka One One Stinson 3walking shoes

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: Ultra-thick cushioning

Hoka One One is a relatively new brand you’ve probably not seen, but you’ll remember them when you do see them. The innovation here is in the meta-rocker sole and the One-One cushioning and support. You can see how thick the sole is… almost twice as thick as other walking or running shoes. Technically, this is a running shoe, but they’re very cushy and the unique meta-rocker shape seem to propel you forward. Some say the design is also beneficial for plantar faciitis.

Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 3 Women’s walking shoe

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
Noteworthy: One of the few Nikes we’d recommend for serious walking.

This is a gorgeous shoe… one of the best looking that we’ve found. But it’s not just a fashion statement, it’s also a great performer for serious walking. The heel for this Nike shoe was designed to complement your natural movements while the outsole does an amazing job at shock absorption. And the breathability of the air mesh is unmatched.

New Balance MW877 Men’s Walking Shoe

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Rating: 5 stars out of 5
Noteworthy: Width, width and more width!

This is one of the best in the “Sneakers For Walking” category. New Balance is well known for it’s 6E high volume shoes… so it’s a great brand for those of us with wide feet. But they also go all the way down to 2A. In fact, New Balance offers more widths than any other brand. It’s also worth noting that at least eight models of New Balance shoes are actually made in America… it’s a small portion of their product mix, but at least someone’s still making shoes here at home. These shoes typically run a half-size small.

Puma Women’s Fashin Alt-w Walking Shoe

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Rating: 3 stars out of 5
Noteworthy: ultra light weight.

This is a sporty little slip-on that might be okay for mall walking or casual neighborhood strolls. But I wouldn’t rely on this for fitness walking or hiking. The minimalist upper is made up of a lightweight mesh and highlighted with the iconic form stripe and cat logo branding. The compression foam footbed provides optimal step-in comfort while the flexible cushioning midsole offers shock absorption and additional support. These shoes run small, so buy a size larger than you normally wear. And always remember… Amazon makes it super easy to return things, so you can always order two, just to be safe.

 

Reebok Men’s Ultra V Dmx Max Walking shoe

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: Not a thing. Just a decent walking shoe for your buck.

If you’re suffering from plantar faciitis, bone spurs or any other type of foot pain, this might be a good shoe to try. This is a substantial shoe with a very rigid sole, which makes it quite durable and appropriate for all types of walking, although some reviewers found them a bit clumsy. They can easily accommodate wide feet. Please note: We will be adding more shoes to the Reebok line as we get time to review them.

SAS Journey Walking Shoes

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: Very good insole and molded footbed.

SAS stands for San Antonio Shoemakers. This company has been handcrafting anatomically designed shoes in Texas since the 1970’s. Available with a leather and mesh upper for better breathability, or all leather. Great for all sorts of foot issues, including plantar fasciitis.

Ryka Women’s Dominion Walking Shoe

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: Jacquard knitted upper and anatomical footbed design

Ryka is a woman-only brand, and offers the most extensive line of women’s walking shoes on the market. All of which are engineered for support and long-term foot health.

Ryka knows that a woman’s foot shape, muscle movement and skeletal structure are all inherently different from a man’s. The “Q-angle”(quadricep angle) – the anatomical relationship between the hip and knee – measures 5–7 degrees greater for women than men. As a result, women tend to shift more weight to the outside of their feet which leads to over-pronation, instability at foot strike and higher risk of injury. All Ryka sneakers, including Ryka walking shoes, are designed and developed taking into account a woman’s unique fit needs.

Rockport Women’s Walk360 Washable Lace up

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: Proven, Rockport ruggedness in a light little sneaker.

Rockport changed the shoe industry forever by merging the comfort of sneakers with the smart look of a dress shoe. It’s also of the first companies to devote significant resources specifically to the development and design of walking shoes. This lightweight, washable walking shoe is super comfy, and perfect for neighborhood walks or laps around the mall.

Saucony Women’s Echelon LE2 walking shoe

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
Noteworthy: Sturdy, all-leather construction.

Saucony (pronounced sock-uh-knee)  is a well-know brand in the running community. This Boston-based company dates back to 1898, and has a long history of success in track and field. These walking shoes are designed for neutral pronation. The cushioning ranks 7 on a scale of 10. Although they have a breathable fabric liner, some walkers report that the all-leather construction makes them too hot for summer walking.

Sketchers Women’s Go Walk 2 Walking Shoe

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Rating: 3.5 stars out of 5
Noteworthy: Comfy, slipper-like fit

According to Market Realist, Skechers grabbed the number two spot in the footwear market in the United States last year. The company’s shoes were ranked number one in the walking and work footwear categories. The Go Walk 2 is a comfortable, lightweight slip-on for the mall, the treadmill, or the neighborhood.

 

Under Armour Verge Low Hiking shoe

Category: Sneakers for Walking
Noteworthy: Comfy, slipper-like fit

I was pleasantly surprised when I tried on the men’s version of this shoe for the first time.  They accommodate the width of my feet, up in the toe box, without being too high in volume overall.  As with almost all athletic shoe brands, the insoles are worthless… I would recommend you pull em out immediately and replace them with some aftermarket insoles that have some arch support.

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Important Links:  Best walking shoes for wide feet    •   Best walking shoes for plantar fasciitis   Best walking shoes for flat feet    •   Best walking shoes for diabetics

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