Best Women's Sandals
Top women's sandals ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed Sandal
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Cork footbed molds to your foot
- Soft footbed version skips the break-in
- Resoleable and rebuildable
Cons
- Heavy compared with foam sandals
- Cork needs occasional sealing
Don't buy this if…
- Do not submerge them regularly, since soaking degrades the cork footbed over time.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Fully adjustable three-point straps
- Quick-drying webbing
- Light and packable
Cons
- Flat footbed lacks deep arch support
- Webbing can chafe bare skin at first
Don't buy this if…
- Skip it if you need serious arch support, since the footbed is much flatter than a Chaco or Birkenstock.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Certified deep arch support
- Nearly indestructible with resole program
- Excellent wet-rock traction
Cons
- Heavy at about 1.5 lb per pair
- Strap threading takes practice to adjust
Don't buy this if…
- Avoid if you have flat feet that dislike pronounced arches, since the LUVSEAT bump is aggressive.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Genuinely supportive for a flip-flop
- Soft non-chafing strap lining
- Wet-friendly materials
Cons
- Pricey for a thong sandal
- Toe post is not for everyone
Don't buy this if…
- Skip if toe-post sandals bother you, since there is no strap alternative in this model.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Orthotic-grade arch support
- APMA-accepted design
- Leather straps dress it up slightly
Cons
- Arch feels intrusive for the first week
- Footbed material can get slick when wet
Don't buy this if…
- Do not buy for pool decks, since the smooth footbed gets slippery with wet feet.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Exceptional walking cushioning
- Adjusts at heel, instep, and toe
- Durable premium materials
Cons
- Chunky aesthetic
- Runs a bit long, EU sizing
Don't buy this if…
- Skip if you want a sleek minimalist sandal, since the Yucatan is unapologetically bulky.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Plush footbed at a low price
- Water-friendly materials
- Lightweight and packable
Cons
- Foam compresses flat within a year or two
- Minimal arch structure
Don't buy this if…
- Do not expect multi-year durability, since the soft foam footbed packs out with daily wear.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Featherweight all-foam build
- Slight wedge flatters without pain
- Fully waterproof and washable
Cons
- Foam straps stretch over time
- Still visibly a Croc up close
Don't buy this if…
- Skip for formal occasions, since the molded foam construction stays casual no matter the styling.
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