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Barefoot running shoe reviews

Best barefoot running shoes
Guide Best barefoot running shoes

7 shoes reviewed

  • Barefoot

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  1. Xero Shoes Prio
    91
    Superb
    Xero Shoes Prio
    Any color
    Xero Shoes Prio - Cappuccino (PSMCAPU)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Vintage Indigo (PRMVIIN)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Black / White (PRMBLW)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Lunar (PRMLNR)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Black (PRMBLK)
    $90 $50
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  2. Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    87
    Great
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    Any color
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Olive (J067665)
    $90 $66
    Save 27%
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  3. Merrell Trail Glove 7
    83
    Good
    Merrell Trail Glove 7
    Any color
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black (J0371510)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black/Gum (J067653)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Grey (J068695)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black (J067837)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - monument (J067657)
    $120 $89
    Save 26%
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  4. Xero Shoes HFS II
    85
    Good
    Xero Shoes HFS II
    $130
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  5. Topo ST-5
    84
    Good
    Topo ST-5
    $115 $90
    Save 22%
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  6. Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    89
    Great
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    $110 $88
    Save 20%
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  7. Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    66
    Bad
    Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    $140 $75
    Save 46%
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Overall review lists

Best guides

For those who want a running experience that feels like going barefoot, we've got a selection of reviews of shoes that are a match for you! We tested shoes that fit each and every purpose for barefoot runners - whether they're looking for road or the trail partners, plush or firm-cushioned shoes, and cheap or expensive pairs. We test each aspect of the shoe that impacts performance, so barefoot runners don't need to compromise in the way they run.