What to look for when choosing everyday and sports shoes
This guide helps you understand which criteria to compare before you buy a product. We do not claim to have tested any product, and the guide contains no price or stock information.
Checklist
- Judge the shoe separately for walking, running or everyday use.
- Watch for differences in sizing and fit between brands.
- Check the centimetre equivalents in the size charts.
- Find out whether the sole support suits your needs.
- Choose the material and breathability to suit where you'll wear them.
- Check the return terms, which vary by country.
- Verify the seller and the product's authenticity.
Before you head to the store
Confirm the exact model number, whether it can be delivered to your address, the final total price, shipping costs, the return period and the seller's reliability directly with the store. For cross-border purchases, taxes, customs and warranty terms may differ.