Grounded Footwear Reviews 

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Considering 50 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many people found the return process difficult, often having to pay for shipping and facing issues with returns being accepted. Customers also reported significant problems with refunds, frequently receiving partial amounts, experiencing delays, or not getting their money back. Several also experienced order inaccuracies, including incorrect sizing, wrong items, or non-delivery. However, some people mentioned positive aspects of the product itself. A few found the shoes comfortable, flexible, and lightweight, appreciating the true-to-size fit.

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The sole began to separate after about 5 days of mostly indoor wear. I also noticed they were being sold at Walmart for about 85% less (which they denied knowledge of). The customer service rep initia... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I got the black barefoot Grounded shoes ... not sure exactly what they're called and the webpage I found doesn't specify. Nor does it have a way to leave a review, so I don't know where they got the r... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

These shoes are extremely lightweight and flimsy. THey are comfortable and I like them fine for in-house wear, could never wear wore out, so my large toe is exposed.hem outside. Also do not hold u... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Returning a pair of shoes is a nightmare. I wouldn’t purchase from them again because of their customer service.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Buyer Beware of Liar, Liar, 🤥 Pants on Fire! 🔥

Yesterday, I placed an order for just one pair (not four!) of footwear & was so inundated with the high pressure sales ad-ons to my order that I had to keep clicking on ‘no thanks’ to the point that it made me so mad 😡 that I cancelled my order & promptly asked for a refund. I received an email letting me know I would hear back re: my refund in 1-2 business days. Well, that was a lie because today I get an email letting me know my order had shipped & that I was supposed to be happy as a clam! NOT! I let their spokesperson know I was not a happy camper & would be posting the negative review earned on Trustpilot where I have been told I have a following of over 1,200 followers to which I humbly say To God Be The Glory & many thanks to Him, Trustpilot, & all of my followers! Grade earned by Grounded Footwear today:
Big Fat F!

29 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I SHOULD HAVE READ THE REVIEWS FIRST

THEY ARE FINE AS A HOUSE SHOE, BUT I LIVE ON A FARM AND WANTED A COMFORTABLE SHOE FOR GARDENING, THESE WON'T BE IT! TOO MUCH UNEVEN GRAVEL OUT THERE, AND REVIEWS SAID THEY WEREN'T GOOD ON SHARP GROUND. I WON'T BE TRYING TO RETURN THEM AFTER HEARING ABOUT OTHER PEOPLE'S TROUBLE DOING THAT. ALSO, I WAS DISTRIBED THAT I DIDN'T RECEIVE AN INVOICE E-MAIL LIKE ALL OTHER MAIL ORDER COMPANIES DO. DEFINITELY PIE-IN-ITHE SKY ADVERTISING!!

11 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID THIS CO.

Recieved the 2 pairs of shoes; DIDN'T FIT. As previous people said I was charged for the intial shipping & I had to pay for return shipping. AVOID this company. Better options. Should have read ALL the reviews.

6 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love my shoes

I love my shoes. I got the white/yellow and they are so light so you don't feel like you're not wearing shoes at all. I get many compliments
on them. I wouldn't go hiking in them but they are great for shopping, taking a walk, or just worrying you might step on something and cut your foot. Just a casual yet comfy shoe!

30 October 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No, not worth it

I've had my shoes for 18 days and they are tearing. I contacted them and all they could do was give me was a 10% refund of what i paid. They can not replace a used item that is no longer in it's original condition. I will try Hike footwear

12 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Prices all over the board….DID NOT FIT

Prices all over the board….DID NOT FIT! Customer service terrible! $20.00, in shipping and returning
and I have nothing. Their price was $69, Amazon was $21. Rep laughed and claimed difference was because of shipping and handling. Amazon would have shipped and returned for free.
Do yourself a favor and avoid this company.

9 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

UNSOLICITED EMAILS

COMPANY SENDS OUT UNSOLICITED EMAILS THAT ARE HARRASSING THE RECEIVER.
I'VE NOW RECEIVE 5 UNSOLICITED EMAILS FROM THIS COMPANY
VERGES ON STALKING

9 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a pair of grounded boots…

I ordered a pair of grounded boots today. after paying with a credit card, I didn't receive an email notifying me of my order or an authorization number. I emailed them with the email provided on their site and my email came back stating there was no such email.
I called the customer service number which told me to leave a message and they will return my call. Hmmm.

9 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love these shoes

I absolutely love these shoes. I honestly thought I'd hate them. I am so glad I bought them. They are so comfortable. I do not have any foot pain. they feel like I am walking on a cloud. I will write a more detailed review after a month or two to see if I notice any other significant changes. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

1 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SHOES ARE GREAT BUT WORKERS PACK THE WRONG SIZES…

ABLE FOR SENDING IT. IN THE MEAN TIME , I AM STUCK IN THE MIDDLE AND HAVE BEEN TOLD I WILL HAVE TO PAY THE SHIPPING FEES ON SENDING IT BACK.I HAVE DECIDED TO SELL THEM ON LINE AND NEVER DO BUSINESS WITH GROUNDED FOOTWEAR AGAIN. I WILL TELL EVERYONE I MEET ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE

2 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Consider how you will use these before purchase

I have read some bad reviews on Grounded Footwear. Some of what is said about the quality MAY be true, as they do not appear to be a robust manufacture. Time will tell with the shoes I have. Keep this in mind: they market them as minimalist shoes and that is EXACTLY what they are. If you are expecting something different, then purchase another shoe of this type elsewhere. You won’t find anything better in this category of shoe. Remember what it is you are purchasing. It’s not a hiking shoe!

I ordered the size I always wear. They were too small. I needed a half size larger. Perhaps this is because I have wide feet. I contacted customer support via email and the technician, Mike, was very responsive. After a few emails clarifying everything, he said I should keep the shoes I have and donate them - and I will do that for a family member or friend - and he will send a new pair, 1/2 size larger, free of charge.

Thank you, Mike and Grounded! You won my loyalty.

I feel like the bottom of my feet are receiving a gentle massage as I walk. They are very comfortable, like I am walking without shoes but with all the protection I need on the soles of my feet.

When won’t I wear them?
- on a Rocky Mountain trail - unless I was 25 years-old again and my feet and joints could withstand that
- in cold weather, ice and snow (I live in New England)
- walking on the dirt road I live on
- probably not in rainy weather, but maybe I would if it was a warm day and I wasn’t concerned about getting wet (they surely will dry out quickly)

There may be other places or times I wouldn’t wear them. I DO wear them in the house all the time (sublime comfort), doing light yard work, walking around town and shopping, and at the office.

I suggest you seriously consider where you will be using them and purchase accordingly. For me, they have been an amazing relief for these 60 year-old active feet.

24 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a pair of shoes from Grounded Comfort and the lace at the end is broken and not in the black lace containe

I ordered a pair of shoes from Grounded Footwear in early October, and the laced had not been encapsulated in the black end as one lace was. I thought, "This will be easy with an honest company, but maybe I am not dealing with an honest company. They offered to send me a new pair, and I agreed. The next email was telling me that they were taking 17% off the $79.99 shoes, and I could keep the damaged pair. That is not what was offered or what I agreed to on Order #226700.

17 October 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

these shoes smell horrible

these shoes smell horrible. the smell doesn't go away. major petrochemicals. the return process isn't cool at all. you will pay shipping both ways. very costly just to try on a pair of shoes and have to return them. To them, it doesn't matter why you are returning them, it is your cost. It does not state this when you purchase them. sketchy.

15 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don’t buy. You won’t be able to cancel

I read a couple of reviews from other sites that stated these were good shoes. However, the following morning I read more unbiased reviews. I emailed to ask for a refund. Although my order showed as “processing”, as it was less than 12 hours after purchasing them, they told me they had already shipped. As someone else mentioned, after several emails, with many attempts to lower the price, I got nowhere. I called because their website did not show as shipped either. I was told the shoes had already left the warehouse. I would receive an email soon with the tracking number. I could return them after emailing them AGAIN to tell them I want to return them, and I would get a refund when they arrived back to them. I wish Amazon Prime shipped as quickly as this company. 🙄

5 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam artists

They do not take back any shoes unless you have your USPS tracking number. They will not send back the shoes or refund your money even if you sent all of your information in the box when you sent back the shoes & the shoes are ugly. DO NOT BUY!!!! Scam, fraud, cheaters.

4 November 2024
Unprompted review

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