Merrell Reviews 774

TrustScore 1.5 out of 5

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Review summary

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Evaluating 101 reviews, most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. Many people were dissatisfied with the customer service, finding it unresponsive and unhelpful, especially when issues arose with orders or returns. Customers frequently reported problems with product quality, noting that items, particularly shoes, did not last as long as expected, with issues like soles detaching, materials cracking, and waterproofing failing prematurely. The pricing was also a concern for many, who felt the high cost did not align with the durability and quality received. Some people were dissatisfied with the ordering process, experiencing difficulties with incorrect shipments, invalid return numbers, or a lack of communication regarding order changes. However, some customers also noted positive experiences with customer service, highlighting instances where replacements were provided efficiently. A few other people also felt that certain products offered great comfort and durability, with some even praising specific models for their performance over long periods and in challenging conditions.

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Most expensive trainers I have ever bought. Walked regularly through fields and dry mud trails from Spring to Autumn 2025 (UK). They have been very comfortable and supportive. Was thinking about buyin... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I've had my Vego Mid Leather Waterproof boots for a while now and wish I had bought from another brand. Within the first few months, the fabric eyelets began to snap one by one. I repaired them myse... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I have had a number of pairs of Merrell walking shoes over the years and have been happy with their comfort and durability. However the last pair I bought wore a hole in the inner lining at the heel v... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I have lost count on the number of Jungle Moc’s I have purchased from Merrell, it was and still is my favorite shoe. The problem with Merrell for me isn’t the quality of their product but their choice... See more


Company details

  1. Shoe shop
  2. Activewear shop
  3. Boot Shop
  4. Clothing Shop
  5. Shoe Factory

Information provided by various external sources

Merrell is an American footwear company founded by Clark Matis, Randy Merrell, and John Schweizer in 1981 as a maker of high-performance hiking boots.


Contact info

  • Courtland Drive Northeast 9341, 49351, Rockford, United States

  • www.merrell.com

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Extremely Disappointed - Moab 3 Shoes NOT Waterproof!

I purchased a pair of Merrell Moab 3 Hiking shoes less than a year ago. Didn't wear them much through the summer months as I had bought them as a waterproof option in the autumn / winter. Now that I'm wearing them in rainy / wet conditions (mostly just walking our dog), my feet get wet just by walking on wet grass.
Really annoyed about this as I spent a lot of money on them for this purpose.
They’re actually very comfortable, but bought them specifically as they were waterproof - very disappointed and angry!
Was going to buy a pair for my wife, but that’s put paid to that!
Purchased them on Amazon, placed a negative Review with them in October 25, but no response.
Where is true customer care / service nowadays?!

9 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Too much on line customer service for my liking

A poor experience……and I never even got the chance to try the shoes.
Why a company uses the logistic courier, Evri I really don’t know. They are notorious at not caring for parcels and that is what happened to mine. They were left in the green bin which was subsequently emptied.
But trying to contact Merrell was not easy. When I finally did, the customer service was helpful but limited. I wanted/needed the shoes and requested they send me another pair. They declined to do this. Instead a refund was given and I was expected to re order by starting the process from the beginning. All I wanted was my new pair of shoes, but it all became too complicated. Until Merrell have a customer service phone number I won’t be using them again

8 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Custer service, whats that!!

Bought a pair of Merrells for my daughters Christmas present on 22Nov25, not delivered and despite three emails and the contact number not working i haven't heard anything about these. Really really poor service. I then ordered another pair asking not too be sent via Evri, paid extra. It's been sent by Evri.

22 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shocking customer service!totally…

Shocking customer service!totally useless website! They've cancelled my order twice even though their site said items were in stock, wouldn't recommend and if their trainers are as good as the customer service I certainly won't use or attempt to buy from them again!

3 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Merrell boots falling apart

My gortex Merrell walking boots which I have had a few years but probably only worn 2 dozen times for walking the dog in wet weather are now falling to pieces. I paid over £100 and am bitterly disappointed. Will not be buying another pair.

3 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Good shoes, do not give them your email!

My last pair of MOABs(first gen) were great, the new pair(3rd gen) seemed to improve a reasonable bit, but are too new to speak on durability yet. The first one's outsoles are still kicking and still fully adhered to the shoes, albeit completely flat with a bit of a chunk missing from one...however the insoles lasted nowhere near as long, ended up using Keen insoles to replace them(much cheaper and last long).

The reason I knocked off 3 stars is because of their obnoxious amount of spam emails and the fact that they will not unsubscribe you from their newsletters. It's about as bad as Best Buy was about unsubscribing people. Plus I think I just deleted 6 or more black friday emails from my spam folder from them, WE GOT THE MESSAGE, ALL OF THEM!

Seriously, if you take one thing away from this, use an email alias service that allows you to block senders instead of your actual email.

24 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

terrible quality and customer service

I have worn these boots for years, as I have bad feet and they help the most. I just bought a brand new pair, and after 2 days the eye hook for the laces broke. I called customer service and said hey...She was rude! and told me next time I have a problem, go online and report it. Next time? fix your quality and check your customer service.

24 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Merrell strike 2 mens gortex boot

Merrell strike 2 mens gortex boot, wore for first long walk in the lake district and they were leaking within a few minutes. The inside of one boot was absolutely soaking.
Considering I have only used the boot on a few occasions and in dry conditions I was surprised how badly they performed in the rain and on wet ground.
Good grip but no use when they leak like a sieve.
Will return to shop & see what they say.

16 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

merrell Moab3 NOT WATERPROOF

I bought a pair of merrell Moab 3 walking shoes. Whilst the fit is good and the toebox reasonably wide they are not waterproof at all. My feet are wet through and the shoes took 2 days to dry.

14 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Discount Code Expires in 60 Seconds!

I visited 'merrell.com' and ordered a pair of men's 'training' shoes. Merrell emailed a discount code, (SAVE20), entered the code but when I proceeded to 'check out' the code disappeared. When I re-entered the code, was informed the 'this code is expired'. All of this happened in less than 60 seconds!

17 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Merrell fixed MY mistake at no cost to me.

Merrell fixed my mistake at no cost to me.

We needed new boots for late fall mountain hiking, and I made the mistake of ordering the wrong size. Merrell paid for the return freight of the incorrect boots, replaced them, and paid the FedEx shipping to send the correct boots to me as quickly as possible. Their return policies are top notch, the process was extremely smooth, and the results of their efforts earn them my total appreciation.

The correct new boots fit quite well, they are light and comfortable, and their quality is great. I’m completely convinced that MERRELL is now my shoe supplier of choice.

THANKS MERRELL for fixing MY mistake – you have a customer for life !!!

2 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

It’s not the shoe it the shipping.

I have lost count on the number of Jungle Moc’s I have purchased from Merrell, it was and still is my favorite shoe. The problem with Merrell for me isn’t the quality of their product but their choice of delivery service FedEx. We as a customer are reduced to a second class citizens dealing with this bumbling shell of a once respected and dependable company. My new policy is never purchase any product from any company that ships with FedEx. Sorry Merrell you’ve lost a regular costumer.

8 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor customer service.

Merrell used to offer high-quality products and good customer service. Recently, I ordered a fleece and tried to cancel it within minutes of placing the order. Merrell said they could not. They said to return it, but I would lose the shipping fee. I did a PayPal dispute and got a full refund.

3 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Merrell hiking shoes

Lace loop ripped on my Moab speed gtx hiking shoes making them impossible to tighten.

Customer service not interested as outside of warranty.

Faulty product or bad design—either way they should have acknowledged and replaced or at least offered a significant discount on a new pair.

Poor customer service.

27 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Deleted my response to a question on…

Deleted my response to a question on their website stating that no items ever got delivered after taking my money

Customer service is also terrible as they dont respond

They also use Evri as a delivery service so your items will never be delivered

22 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Merrell Moab 3 Mid height wide walking boots

I bought a pair of Merrell Moab 3 Mid height wide walking boots. They were made of very poor quality materials and fell apart after six months use. The stitching on the toe caps went first, the thread is not all all durable, and then the material that strengthened the mesh delaminated and fell apart. Although claimed to be Gortex lined, the boots were not waterproof. If your purpose is anything other than walking along a footpath, do not buy these shoes.

19 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible service

Horrible service. We bought a pair of shoes and 2 months later the sole came off… has never happened before.
They would not replace! Horrible… we will be no longer buying Merrell!

11 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor customer service and 50% Poor quality

Bought a pair of hiking shoes. The right shoe fits really well, supportive and waterproof. The left shoe has a low arch and is not waterproof. I contacted Merrel customer service, but I was told to contact the store that I bought them from. Not very helpful. Really disappointed

1 October 2025
Unprompted review

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