Barestep Reviews 2,536

TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.1

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Considering 627 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers are really happy with the products, consistently praising their comfort, quality, and versatility for various activities and foot health needs. Many appreciate the immediate comfort without a break-in period and how the shoes alleviate foot pain. The service is also frequently highlighted as excellent, with efficient and quick delivery. However, some customers experienced issues with their orders, including receiving the wrong size or color, or only part of their order. There were also occasional reports of delivery delays and difficulties with the tracking system. A few people noted that the shoes were not waterproof, and some felt the sizing could be inconsistent between different styles or colors.

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Quality

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Order

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Delivery service

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I loved the first pair I got and was surprised at how many people commented on how stylish they were. I bought a second pair in a different color pattern. First ones were predominantly red with black.... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Had a lot of frustration initially because the website was not working properly & I could not complete my purchase. I did write in and tell you. Once it was up and running again, it was perfect. Your... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Purchasing was quick easy and secure. The only recommendation to improve is develop a make a change to order. I ordered 2 pairs of barestep, 1 for my husband and 1 for me but I didn't change the size... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've never owned multiple pairs of one manufacture until Barestep came along. I have several different models that all make me feel as if I'm walking around with just my socks on. No crowded toes, n... See more


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About Barestep

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Barefoot shoes which uniquely combine comfort, freedom and support to give you back everything the modern shoe took away. Feel better today and get stronger tomorrow while moving freely and naturally in your Baresteps.

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Great ordering process and delivery .... but !

Great ordering process and delivery. The shoes that arrived however werent what was ordered. Instead of Triple black, I received Dark Grey ! Order, shipping docs all confirmed it shld be Black. I do not wish to return these as I will be travelling extensively leaving on Saturday.

5 November 2025
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

This is a R300 shoe, not R3000.

The quality of the shoes are not worth the price. Sure, they are comfortable, but if you look at the craftmanship, it should cost 10% of what it does. My right shoe was also larger than my left, indicating it was likely a display model in a store somewhere, or the quality of manufacturing is poorly checked. While they are in the process of refunding me, they have since sent me spam marketing emails every day since my purchase, and only replied to my refund request after chasing them on multiple platforms. This is not a company that puts the customer first.

5 November 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lightweight and comfortable shoes

The shoes were very comfortable from the first time I put them on. They are lightweight and easy on the feet for walking around. I like the fact that the heel is elasticated so there is no pressure on the heel.

3 November 2025
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Improve on size exchanges

The initial order was easy, efficient and a pleasure. The issue came with the exchange due to an incorrect size and a swop required. Very long drawn out process with slow response and slow delivery. I requested a delivery address change as it was not delivered as confirmed and I was heading back home to my home. This was confirmed but shoes still delivered to Knysna. Shoes now 280 kms away and I will only be able to collect in December. Disappointed!

22 October 2025
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Beware of the return policy

The buy 1 get 1 free deal is amazing! I loved that. The shoe itself isn't as well made as I expected because the soles is glued to the uppers and not stiched. The service from the consultant Mary was fantastic. However, the return policy isn't great. There's a R200 fee to exchange the shoes for a different size. I wasn't happy about that. I have only been wearing the shoes for a couple of days so I can't comment on that in great detail except to say that I still have pain from my shin splints.

27 October 2025
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Delivery took 3.5 weeks. 2.0 better than 3.0

After a mix-up at the factory, I waited quite a while for my 3.0 Barestep 'sneakers'. They're comfortable and fit well. For my troubled knees and feet, the previous version 2.0 is much better though. It cured my knee & hip pain almost instantly. The 3.0 version is a comfy sneaker, but does not seem have the magic contained in my first pair, th 2.0 version.

25 October 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

These shoes are life-changing

These shoes are life-changing. I wear them hiking in the woods, at the beach, I walked 20,000 steps in NYC the other day ... and NEVER had an ache, a pain or a blister. Then I switched out for other shoes for a few hours and immediately had cramps, shooting pains etc. My physical therapist wears them too.

30 October 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Wrong size

When I ordered they said that a size 8 would be a South African Size 8. Instead it was a UK8 and Therefore a SA Size 7.
I had a feet operation and my feet are regularly swollen. I need a Size. 9 UKWomen

21 October 2025

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