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Review summary

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Evaluating 162 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently praise the quality of the shoes, noting the soft leather, excellent craftsmanship, and overall comfort. Many find the footwear to be well-made, durable, and stylish, often describing them as the most comfortable shoes they have ever worn. The unique insoles are particularly appreciated for providing good support, especially for those with high arches. However, some customers have experienced issues with product quality, such as shoes developing holes or the leather being fragile and chipping. There are also concerns regarding sizing, with some finding the shoes run small or large, leading to the need for exchanges. Delivery service is another point of dissatisfaction for a minority of people, with reports of significant delays, lack of communication, and unexpected additional fees upon arrival.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Lovely warm slippers that also look good and feel comfortable. Great fabric design. There is some arch support, though I’d prefer a bit more. My second pair of Viba shoes. I love them, but they’re ver... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The shoe leather isn’t as soft as I was hoping they’d be and although they are comfortable they do feel as though they will slip off when I’m walking. I think the shoes do not reflect the quality expe... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have enjoyed a summer walking on air in Viba Roma mules and after purchasing Helsinki ankleboots, my feet just kept on smiling. Such a comfortable fit, like a glove. I just bought insole replacement... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have a genuine appreciation for my Vibae footwear collection. Some of the standout pieces for me include the Zuma Bio Suede in Tan Brown, the Roma Bio Suede in Bosco Khaki, the striking Helsinki L... See more


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The online comfort shoe brand with retail stores in Helsinki, Malibu, Barcelona, Sydney and Tokyo. VIBAe shoes are designed in Finland and crafted with love in Portugal.


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3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

319 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A worthwhile investment in style and comfort

Beautiful footwear. Exceptionally comfortable despite having a bunion and usually uncomfortable feet these have made slipping on a pair of easy to wear but supportive shoes enjoyable. Not ugly either. Beautiful soft leather with innovative inserts to support arch and toes. They are an investment for sure but will be paid back in price per wear. Excellent example of Boot ls Theory (look it up)

April 8, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Disappointed

I was so excited to try these shoes. I like the design but I really wish they didn't have arch support. I've spent decades dealing with lower back issues, and my chiropractor advising me to remove all arch supports from my shoes has been an absolute game changer. Barefoot is really the best, and I'm unsure as to why Vibae give these insoles the big sell "like Barefoot, but better".... they truly aren't.

As explained by my chiropractor, and experienced by myself, arch supports in shoes are not universally beneficial and can potentially weaken foot muscles, especially in the long term. Relying on artificial arch support can lead to atrophy of the intrinsic foot muscles, which are responsible for stability and shock absorption. This can make the foot feel weaker and more prone to injury when relying less on shoe support......

Also the size guide is inaccurate. I came up as a 39 but the 3 pairs I have are too big. Also the leather on the open toed version in particular is quite hard, and cuts into my toes.

Really disappointed in my experience - I wanted so much for them to be better!

April 14, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautifully Made, Effortlessly Comfortable

I absolutely love my VIBAe ROMA Leather shoes in Fawn Tan. From the moment I slipped them on, they felt like they were made for me. The leather is soft and supple, and the colour is the perfect neutral, elegant without being too polished, and it goes with absolutely everything.

What I appreciate most is how comfortable they are, even after a full day on my feet. The footbed gives just the right amount of support, and I can wear them without socks thanks to how breathable they are. I travel often, and these have quickly become my go-to shoes for both flights and city exploring. They are lightweight, easy to pack, and still look great after plenty of wear.

I also love that they are so easy to slip on, but still feel secure when I walk. There is a real sense of quality in the craftsmanship, and I know I’ll be wearing them for years.

Highly recommend to anyone who wants style without sacrificing comfort.

April 30, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super comfortable shoes

Super comfortable shoes! Great cushioning, perfect fit, and ideal for long walks or standing all day. Highly recommended.

May 8, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid

Avoid.
Arrived 2 weeks late (one month after order was placed).
Not able to return online as website wouldn’t generate a returns label, so sent 6 emails asking for a return label snd assistance and still no response.

May 8, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Comfortable shoes and quick delivery!

Love the Helsinki boots! Used the size chart but did go a size up, as recommended by some reviews. Fit nicely, very soft footbed, very soft leather and generally comfortable to wear. Received the boots within a week. Only issue is the tab at the back - could be a bit bigger - I have small fingers but I still have trouble using the tab! Would definitely buy again (although might wait to see if there are any sales!)

May 8, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nice and comfortable shoes.

I love my Roma shoes. They are a bit wide, but I put a sole under in front. Very comfortable. A bit slippery with socks but absolutely perfect bare feet.

May 7, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible customer service

Very slow to ship out the package, their sizing chart does not match other brands, the cm stated for the sizes also do not match the size of the shoes at all and after trying make a return to exchange for another size for many days now, I still havent heard back from them, its impossible to contact these people, nobody in this company answers any emails. I do not recommend doing any business with them.

May 7, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best shoes ever!

Best shoes ever! Comfortable and look nice! I’ve just ordered a second pair and doubt I will ever wear any other shoes ever again. I highly recommend these shoes!

May 4, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

APPALLING customer service

APPALLING customer service, communication.
I have been waiting for confirmation from Viba when I will recieve my refund ( circa £430 ) for over 7 days !!! But I have heard nothing eventhough I have emailed over 6 times, as there is not number to call !!
I understand the Viba claim to be a small business and processes can be slow .... But I am an even smaller BUSINESS and can not afford to have circa £430 unpaid promptly.
DO NOT BUY DIRECT FROM VIBA is my advise

May 2, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Karen

Absolutely love these shoes so comfortable best I have had in a long time. They are that nice I have just ordered them in black

April 24, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What a disappointment this company is

What a disappointment this company is. First of all, I had to wait weeks for the order. I had to email myself to ask where my order was. Answer: they were waiting for their delivery from Portugal themselves. I asked if they could deliver part of the order and cancel the product that would still take a while. Then I received the delivery relatively quickly. The shoes were too big so I started a return/exchange. The return costs are also charged. In the meantime, weeks later, no shoes and no communication about the order status. I sent another email saying that I was completely canceling the purchase. Another three emails later, each time telling a standard story without giving an answer or providing any information. I hope that the order has now been canceled. Too bad because they have a nice product, but the Portuguese factory would do better to do the handling itself instead of leaving it to the failing head office in Finland.

May 1, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible returns process, poor customer service.

Terrible returns process. I tried to use the returns portal to generate a free return label and just got an email saying it didn't work, but my order now shows as processing the return. So no free return label as promised. Also they are deducting £23 from order value of £203, for 'restocking'. What a cheek! I have never encountered a company clawing that much back for restocking ever before. Not only do I have to wait to even begin the returns process, but apparently it takes at least 2 weeks, for me to then get back way less than spent. I will not be buying Viba again. They claim to be so righteous but it's nonsence. Only automated customer service. BEWARE.

April 25, 2025
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