The Vibram Furoshiki Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

The Vibram Furoshiki is a versatile travel shoe designed for individuals seeking flexibility and breathability. Its slip-on design and barefoot-like construction make it ideal for those who are frequently on the move.

Lab data indicates that the shoe offers a unique ground feel, which translates to a natural stride with every step. The minimalist design is complemented by its notable price point, making it a practical option for style-conscious travelers.


Pros

  • Barefoot-like experience
  • Super lightweight
  • Easy on-and-off
  • Adjustable fit
  • Easily packable
  • Machine washable
  • Incredibly unique
  • Comes with a bag and a cool tag

Cons

  • Not suitable for wide feet
  • Not comfortable for long periods
  • Not plush for being a walking shoe

Key Features

  • Innovative Wrapping Sole: The sole wraps around your entire foot, offering a secure fit and enhancing comfort.
  • Stretch Fabric Upper: Made from 100% textile, the upper conforms to various foot shapes, ensuring an anatomical fit.
  • Quick Closure System: Equipped with a hook and loop closure system for easy on and off, minimizing disruption during your day.
  • Machine Washable: Can be machine washed in cold water and air dried, making maintenance a breeze.

Specifications

  • Fabric type: 100% Textile
  • Origin: Imported
  • Sole material: Synthetic
  • Shaft height: Low-top

Vibram Furoshiki Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

Vibram Furoshiki Skechers GO WALK Flex Skechers GOwalk Joy - Ecstatic Skechers GO WALK Joy
Price $110 $75 $65 $60
Arch support Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral
Orthotic friendly
Weight lab Weight brand 6.3 oz / 179g 7.7 oz / 219g 8.5 oz / 240g 6.2 oz / 175g
Lightweight
Breathability Breathable Warm Moderate Warm
Use - Europe Europe City
Size True to size True to size True to size True to size
Midsole softness Soft Soft Balanced Soft
Difference in midsole softness in cold Big Big Big Big
Insole thickness Average Average Thin Average
Removable insole
Stiffness Flexible Flexible Moderate Flexible
Torsional rigidity Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible
Heel counter stiffness Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible
Heel tab None Finger loop None Finger loop
Drop lab 5.7 mm 9.0 mm 8.3 mm 9.5 mm
Heel stack lab 11.2 mm 33.0 mm 32.7 mm 32.7 mm
Forefoot 5.5 mm 24.0 mm 24.4 mm 23.2 mm
Width / fit Narrow Narrow Narrow Narrow
Toebox width Wide Medium - Medium
Closure Velcro Slip-on Slip-on Slip-on
Toebox durability Bad Good - Decent
Heel padding durability Bad Decent - Decent
Outsole durability Good Bad - Bad
Midsole width - forefoot Very narrow Average Narrow Narrow
Midsole width - heel Very narrow Average Average Average
Outsole hardness Soft Soft Soft Very soft
Outsole thickness Average
Tongue padding Very thin Thin Average Thin
Tongue: gusset type Sock like Sock like Both sides (full) Sock like
Material - Mesh Mesh Mesh
Ranking Top 48% Bottom 44% Top 23% Top 34%
Popularity Bottom 25% Bottom 44% Bottom 11% Top 48%