Customer Reviews Merrell Kids Bare Steps A83 (Toddler)
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55%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
23%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
3%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
6%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
13%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
86%"Felt true to size"
75%"Felt true to width"
100%"Moderate arch support"
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Comfortable shoe that my 4 year old loves (also loves the color/ styling of his 'rainbow shoes'). One star due to durability of the shoe and construction. He is a regular active kid and the shoes are mostly destroyed after about a month of wear. I expected more for $50 shoes.
Solange, Zappos Customer,
7 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
We've put our kiddo in these since he started walking and he's now 4.5. Love them!! They stay on, are easy to put on and take off, and are durable. Our only complaint is that now that he's older and much harder on his shoes, the Velcro closure could be more robust as the Velcro is wearing out faster than the rest of the shoe. But overall, best shoe we've found for small feet!
Kmac,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Way too narrow, super uncomfortable for my kid
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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They’re very narrow, my kid wasn’t able to wear them more than a couple of minutes. Will have to return.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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The shoe doesn't stretch enough in all directions to slide in toddler feet. It took a lot of pushing to get them on one time and my child was upset by the end. Disappointed in the fit.
RR, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Shoe was a size smaller so we ordered a replacement in another size. Report is that it is comfortable and that the stability is better than most kids' shoes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Nice toe box for little feet. Granddaughters loved them.
Laura, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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These are such great little shoes! They are comfortable with a nice flexible sole and wide barefoot style toe box, and the soft lavender and bright pink color combo is cute. Perfect everyday shoes for my very active 4 year old, and we will use them for hiking also. Sizing seems to run large with all kids Merrells; her feet measure 6” and so I ordered the 9, but had to exchange for an 8 as the 9s were like flippers on her feet.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Our 3yo reported that these were the comfiest and "fastest" sneaker!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
So cute. Fit well. My 18 month old enjoys life in them !
Cici,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
Really happy with this healthy barefoot shoe, my child likes it a lot, very durable as well. Size was accurate.
Happyfeets,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
Got them for my grandson on his 2nd birthday. They are made really well and he loves them.
Kitty,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
Love it!! My child absolutely adore her new shoes. She's a happy camper now!
Z.,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Best shoes ever! Great support and I can tell my toddler thinks they're comfy cuz she never wants to take them off (other shoes she would throw off as soon as she got home)
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
My kiddo loves them! Very soft, wide, nice colours, easy to put on!
Aneta,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Purchased for every day outdoor play. The suede picks up dirt and discoloration immediately and doesn’t come completely clean. I’m ok with that for play shoes that support healthy foot development, but know they won’t stay nice looking unless only worn indoors.
They fit tighter than other shoes this size, but are the same length. We make sure child is wearing thinner socks, but perhaps they’ll stretch over time.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
These are great and affordable barefoot shoes. My kids trip less in these than other shoes and never complain while wearing them. A pair I ordered from amazon did have broken elastic which was disappointing but other than that they really are great shoes and we will be buying more.
Kay D,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
These have been our favorite shoes for months. By far the best shoe for children. Easy on and off and they STAY ON. They are wide and flexible. Perfect for growing children.
My only complaint is they need to restock these so I can get my daughter the next size up!
Mom,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
The shoes fit great and our toddler loves them. The heel can be a bit tight to get on but our 3.5 year can still get them on by herself.
Aaron,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
Looks good and my daughter love to wear them.I just need to learn how to clean them better after muddy day
Irina M,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
perfect for my 3 year old. She goes to pre k and needed shoes. otherwise we would not have any shoes at all. They are soft and wide and better than many other shoes we try.
Katja B,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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They were bought for my toddler grandchild, who has wide feet, and even the wide size felt tight
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Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at merrell.com/CA
Shoes fit as sized , just the right amount of flexibility for play. Have had numerous pairs as she out grows them. Best comfort and roomy shoes ever. Easy on and adjustable straps for just the right fit.
Dana R,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at merrell.com/CA
I bought these shoes for my son and daughter about 2 months ago. I love the look and flexibility of the sole. However, my kids wont wear them because the are too tight around the middle of their foot. My daughter even had a half size bigger than her normal shoes size. If there was a way to adjust the strings to loosen them, then I think I would love this shoe. It would also help to get them on the foot easier. But as of now, I have bought my daughter two sizes and they are both too tight around the middle of her foot.
Mommy O,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at merrell.com/CA
So I want to start this off by saying I bought these because I LOVE the bare steps kids boots Merrel makes. Theyre ergonomic (nice wide toe box and flexible sole), great quality, so cute and my daughter can easily take them on and off by herself. Theyre amazing. In fact I plan to buy her another pair this year. The same cannot be said for these shoes. Theyre still great quality and ergonomic, but they are SO DIFFICULT to put on. Dont let the Velcro fool you. The elastic band (which is what REALLY holds the shoe on the foot) is super inflexible so I cant open them wide enough to put her foot in. Its not impossible, but its such a challenge that I rarely bother. At which pointIm just paying good money for shoes that sit in the closet.
JEB84,
0 found this review helpful.