Scholl Orthaheel

These are comfortable to wear, however that is the only positive. For the price I paid they are extremely poor quality. The glue has separated and I am unable to repair or wear them. We live in a warm climate and sandals should be made to wear in summer. I will not be purchasing from Scholl again. Show details

Well worth buying for fit and comfort – I have bought a few of the scholl orthoheel products. I have a bit of over pronation in one foot and I find my feet can get quite tired from walking, so these days it pays to buy decent quality footwear. My first purchase was a pair of sneakers. At first I thought the inbuilt orthotic section might be uncomfortable as I could feel it when I put… Read more

the sneakers on but it is actually really comfortable for walking in. They are 3 years old now and still going strong. Then I bought some sandals a year ago. They are absolutely fabulous for comfort, as well as being quite smart. They don't look like orthotic footwear, put it that way. And I have worn them a lot. They have velcro so are adjustable, they are flat and I can walk for hours in them without them rubbing or causing foot fatigue. In fact, I was so happy with them that I went back and bought another pair of the same sandals in a different colour recently. I find they are true to size. I take a size 8 Australian/Size 39 European & so far, this size had been a good fit in Scholl across the different styles. I don't find this brand easy to find in all shops though. I buy mine from the local pharmacy but I would like to see them more widely available.

They're not cheap (although you can sometimes buy them on sale, which I was lucky enough to do with the sandals) but I think they are worth the money for fit and comfort.

Review for Scholl Orthaheel Wave Thongs – I’m found this thongs to be extremely comfortable and nice to walk all year around, here in NSW Australia. I feel being barefooted while wearing them and unlike some other, softer brands, I could safely drive or even ride bike in them. After swim at local pool or a beach I always regularly take showers in them to avoid fungus infection or… Read more

allergies reactions to my foot (I had before).

So I’m very happy with this thongs, and main reason why is because I got very sensitive feet’s and no ordinary shoes are good for me, I’m feeling sometimes a lots of pain when walk in some other shoes. The best for me, to walk around are “Garmont”, “Ahnu” or “Zamberlan”, and some other would do too, but they are all hiking shoes and to feel really light, barefooted everyday to shops or to the beach, even restaurant on those hot Australian days thongs might be a better option!

I think that they are value for the money, comfortable enough for a long walks , quality rather awesome compared to other ,rubber thongs, good on skin, they could last a lot longer then some other summer slippers.

This is my second pair of Scholl Orthaheel Wave Tong, and both were purchased at local Pharmacy for $50 and second pair for a $60 AU.

I bought thongs not slippers – I bought a new pair of thongs as my old one were comfy but looking a bit shabby and we were going on holidays... they seemed to be fine until we got on the tiles at the hotel and no one else seemed to be having a problem but i felt like i was slipping with every step.. I decided not to wear them in the hotel but wore them out on a boat tour that… Read more

we did.. we took our footwear off and boarded the boat and we were all barefoot all day.. then at the end of a fabulous day on a speed boat exploring the islands of Thailand we were given our shoes back.. i put mine on and as i went to step off the boat my foot slipped sending me crashing down, smashing my head on the way.. i was dazed with blood running down my head and neck and thought our travel insurance will get used this time... it turned out i didn't need stitches but my head was really sore for the whole holiday and longer.. the funny thing is that most of the other people had $5 thongs and they were jumping off the boat no problems and there was me with my $60 orthaheels to scared to walk in them.... i don't know why they are so slippery..

Plantar Fasciitis control – My new Scholl Orthaheel sandals keep my plantar fasciitis under control due to the shape which keeps my foot in the right position. The sandals are smart enough to wear with summer dresses when I need to be cool providing an alternative to trainers.

Not the same – Ive been buying scholls thongs for years, this is my first time buying online, these new thongs are very pretty colours size is perfect but the 2 straps are so loose i feel the thongs are just flopping around. I wont buy online again. Need to try on

Show wave thongs – I am buying my third pair I wore them till there was holes in the bottom before the strap broke I went to the tip Cape York wore them most of the time Fraser Island will the most the time around the yard going out they are great

Whilst these sandels (Scholl orthoheel) purchased from Athletes Foot are comfortable the quality is dismal. Straps failed after less than 5 months due to defective velcro -no longer closing. Warranty on them was refused as fair wear and tear by Athletes Foot. Would not recommend. Show details

Worst brand – It’s just brand name which invests in loads of paid promotions and reviews, it doesn’t work at all. No need to buy this brand, it has given me new feet aches. Show details

Poor quality – I have been buying these for years and every pair I bought, the sole came away from the top. My husband goes it, which lasted a few weeks but then separated again. I don't know why I kept buying more but I've learnt my lesson, never again. Show details

Poor quality - Orthaheel Wave 2 toe strap snapped after 3 months – The toe strap snapped after only 3 months of light use on my Orthaheel Wave 2 thongs. I contacted Scholl and they said they can’t refund or replace the item as I purchased them through a third party . I’m travelling around Australia so can’t return them to place of purchase. Scholl don’t stand by their products so I will cease using them. Show details

20 years – Runners were good have needed them to work. On my feet for hours. Now they are to small. Need a mens. No support. Need extra insoles now my feet are wider. 20 year customer Not happy.

Don't waste your money – Original Orthaheel thongs fantastic.Scholl Orthaheel thongs (made in Indonesia) hard as a rock and don't fit right are absolute rubbish.

Shoes are decent, business is not – Bought two pairs from the online store. Xompany couldn't supply one pair so they refunded me for that pair. The pair I received were too small, I sent back for an exchange. They can not supply the size I need so they've refunded me the second pair of shoes but are refusing to refund me the postage. So I've paid postage on two pairs of shoes I don't have. Pretty poor form for my first order.

I expected better from shoes recommended by podiatrists! – Having worn various Skechers shoes for many years very comfortably, I thought I would try a pair of Scholl Orthaheels in a sneaker style (ordered online). Seeing as Scholl had “Ortha” in the name made me think they were going to be ultra comfortable. These shoes are so narrow across the foot there was no way ever these were going to be… Read more

comfortable let alone get my foot in despite a good length in the shoe. I notice that Scholl do not offer a wide foot option so I reasonbly thought they would have at least has this aspect covered. So I guess they are made for very skinny people with equally skinny feet. Next time I’ll have to be more sceptical when a company trumpets “Ortha”, or claims to be recommended by podiatrists. Well, it’s back to Skechers, which btw, I can honestly recommend to anyone despite their price.

Bad Quality for the price – Subject: Complaint about the poor quality of shoe Good Afternoon I am writing this letter to you to complain about the poor quality of tread on the shoes I recently bought. The total billing amount paid was $109 The model name of the shoes bought is the Everest. I really loved the fit of the shoes for the Podiatrist-designed Orthaheel Shock… Read more

Absorber footbed. I have a bilateral navicular collapse and usually have to wear orthotics. The fit and support of the Everest was perfect. I have only had them for just over 3 months and have worn them around 3 times a week and the sole is almost completely worn down at the front and i now feel every little pebble or stone. I used to get Skechers but found this was the problem with them also and i thought at your price point they would last a bit longer.

I had no response from Scoll..

Do not buy these shoes

Sandal made my feet hot and created very painful pressure points – I have purchased several pairs of Scholl Orthaheel sandals and find them very uncomfortable. After only half an hour of wear, my feet started stinging because of the heat build up on the foot bed and several pressure points developed beneath my little toes. The Scholl brand used to be good, but now I can't wear their product, so that's money… Read more

down the drain. I have never experienced this discomfort with any other brand, so I assume these are made of poor synthetic material. Won't be buying again.

Very expensive short lifespan – Expensive footwear. I purchased a pair of men's Sonona ll thongs. Lasted less than 6 months before the toe strap split. took them back and had them replaced with a new pair of Wave ll thongs. Had my new pair for around 4 months and the sole has worn down already and become slippery. very dangerous if walking on concrete or smooth bitumen especially if its damp. Definitely be looking for another brand.

Not great quality of shoes. Very bad – I am suffering from the issue of plantar fascia and I brought 3 different type of items including thongs, work shoes and sports shoes from scholl and all of them proved to be ineffective and poorly designed and built. Dont go for them. I bought these below models EVEREST BLACK - Lace always comes off and no comfort Cayenne Black - These scuffs… Read more

were very hard on my feet and my feet started paining very badly after an hour Another work shoes which was also very bad.

Spent more than 300$ till date and all in drain.

Scholls orthaheels Leather upper tore – Hardly worn the sandals and my foot is smaller width than the thongs so no pressure on the upper. The flimsy upper tore easily as the upper has “holes” in them...so easily to tear. No refund as past the warranty time, yet hardly worn..wore a few times at Xmas, as they are red sandals. A waste of money as now unwearable. But I have to say the orthotic sole is wonderful. Do not buy “holey” uppers.

The product is breaking down – The inserts are falling apart after two years. The shoes they are in are fine. Waste of money and plenty of blisters. For something that supposed to make your shoes more comfortable this clearly has not happened.

Fantastic comfy shoes – I've had this pair for almost 3 years now (Style: Stride Walker), and I probably should get a new pair as it's looking the worse for wear (scuffs, small cracks/holes, loose threads). But it's so comfy, and they're not stocked where I previously purchased them online - so I can't bear to throw them away! I wear it weekdays for work; on occasional… Read more

5km walks; and use it when I occasionally commute to work on my bicycle (1hr each way). I bought size EURO 40, and normally am a US 7.5. Now when I first bought this, I remember it being a bit tight and stiff - but it wasn't unbearable, and after a short time, it became my favourite go-to shoe. It's cushioning is fantastic for my knees as we have many stairs at work. I do note that the feet can get hot - eg. after a 5km walk but it really hasn't bothered me. Will definitely look to buy a new pair, if I see them back in stock.

Very disappointed scholl slides – Material on these made my feet very hot bought 3 pairs because I thought they looked great but i was so wrong what a waste of 230 dollars ended up with a small blister on top of my foot never have had that happen with massureres sandles for the price i paid now realize what chep materials these are made of thew away the boxes so cant take back

Scholl Orthaheel Stride Walker – Bought these expensive Scholl shoes as I work long hours on my feet. The orthotic insert did not fit the shape of my foot so i removed it and replaced it with Gel Active insoles hoping they would be more comfortable, but it didn't help in the least. The shoes are leather which I like, but the structure of the shoe is heavy and the tops are too… Read more

high and grind on my ankle bone. I've worn these shoes to work twice now (9 hour shifts) and can't wait to get them off. Unfortunately, I've wasted over $100 on these shoes and can't possibly wear them again as the foot pain is not worth it. Very badly designed and certainly not recommended!

Poor quality badly made – Having had previous Sonoma sandals/thongs before am disgusted. Sizing is smaller, foot narrower. I just took a new pair away with me, left them in the car as I was wearing an old pair. Got to them next day the bottom had come off. The top had shrunk. No way to glue them as both different sizes now. Never buy them again. Not cheap but cheaply made.

Melted! – Upper and lower sole separated within 2 months of limited wear. I took them back to point of purchase for advice and was told that the glue melted in hot sun, and there was nothing they could do. Thongs are what people wear on hot sunny days, I thought! Very disappointed and won’t be buying again.

Comfortable but lack durability – I bought the orthaheel thongs ( called flip-flops or jandals in other countries). They were comfortable and supported the foot arch. However, to my disappointment, I got very little wear from them because the upper straps disintegrated and the foot bed separated from the sole making them unwearable after only 1 season. I will buy ordinary rubber thongs from now on.

Sizing has changed – I have had a couple of pairs of Scholl Sonoma thongs for years. They were very, very comfortable so when they finally wore out I didn't hesitate to buy another pair (purchased online). But the sizing has obviously changed and these are slightly too small. I am very disappointed and can only hope that they will stretch in time. Not sure I would… Read more

buy them again. Lesson learned about online shopping. Too expensive to return them. I don't understand why they made them smaller !!

Perfect everyday wear – I bought a pair of Scholl thongs as well as some Scholl sandals. The sandals offer foot support and comfort and I will always go for orthaheel sandals in future. The thongs are great too. there are a lot of styles and colours for summer. Five years later…Buying my second pair of thongs and third pair of sandals. Great foot relief. Show details

Smell – I bought my shoes at a Podiatry clinic. My feet do not usually smell. I have worn these shoes three times and my feet now need washing even if I’ve worn the shoes for only a short time. I’m not happy. Stinky feet a revolting.