Leather Merrell's Bare Steps™ H2O sneaker is the superhero of water shoes — innovative design featuring an extra wide toe box, flexible, barefoot feel, alternative closure for easy on/off, and superior durability and traction. Bring on summer!
Rated 3 out of 5
Have had 5 pairs of these for our kids. They are Great shoes but the velcro strap inevitably wears out even though the shoes are still in great condition. Hoping Merrell comes up with a more durable mechanism for these shoes in the future.
By Juan
Rated 5 out of 5
Great water to every day shoes. Never know when your toddler will be playing in the water or a random puddle will come in site. Prevents my toddler from slipping. Shoes come in many sizes and width which can be hard to fit tiny feet. Opens up pretty good and can tighten as needed with the Velcro closure.
By Ruth
Rated 1 out of 5
These shoes claim to be a water shoe. They are probably fine in a beach setting. however, the soles have no grip on normal concrete surfaces or solid flooring. My daughter slipped while walking on concrete in these shoes and hit her head on the ground. We then tested the grip of these shoes on the concrete and they are extremely slippery. Would not recommend wearing these shoes in wet environments.
By Injured
Rated 2 out of 5
This shoe is not as advertised. The sole is extremely stiff instead of flexible which they claim. Not a barefoot shoe. However the width is nice
By Sa37
Rated 5 out of 5
This is a great shoe for toddlers and preschoolers. My nearly 3yo can put them on himself with or without socks and finds them comfortable. I like the no rise footbed and wide toe box for his foot development. My only downside for these is that proper fit depends on an adult putting the shoes on the child with the tongue of the shoe properly tucked and the velcro tight. When my son does it himself, the velcro's natural placement isn't tight and is prone to fall off. But I recognize this is user error!
By Danielle
Rated 5 out of 5
Bought these for my son. It is an absolutely fantastic barefoot shoe. Also love the fact that he does not have to wear socks with them. He loves being barefoot. He started wearing these at 13 months.
By David Lee
Rated 2 out of 5
My kid wore these a few times and have been great we noticed she wore them walking around our grass which was damp and then the pink dye rubbed off on her clothing. Not sure if that is normal to occur but seems odd to be marked a water shoe for the dye to them get on everything. Was really disappointed this happened.
By Meow
Rated 5 out of 5
Got the Olive/sage print for my 19mo nephew, for annual Maui trip, his swim lessons, and daycare, along with matching his entire wardrobe. Wasn't sure about size, and ultimately hoping he'd be able to wear for as long as possible, before outgrowing... Told probably a sz6, purchased 3 options 6, 6½, 7...they kept the 6½ which had a full thumb's growing room at toe... wishing these were jade in big kids for myself.
By Menopausal mama
Rated 5 out of 5
Perfect for the beach or the splash pad at the playground. My toddler seems indifferent toward them which I think means they’re comfy enough for him not to notice them.
By SK
Rated 5 out of 5
We took these to Disney World to use at the water parks. The kids loved them and didn’t get any blistering or complain of uncomfortable feet
By Laura
Rated 5 out of 5
My grandson has worn them everyday since he received them!
By Trish
Rated 5 out of 5
My daughter wore these between 12-18 months old. They were perfect for running around outside and splashing in the water. She loved them! They're still in perfect condition despite LOTS of use.
By Brittany
Rated 5 out of 5
Very flexible for toddler. Wide, comfortable, stays on little feet . Really like them.
By Kasia
Rated 5 out of 5
Third time I’ve bought these shoes for my toddler.
By Marci
Rated 5 out of 5
We exclusively put our kids in barefoot shoes. These are a great spring/summer “sneaker” for toddlers-pre k.
By J.B.
Rated 5 out of 5
Great for summer – daycare, cottage, park, splash pad, they’re a perfect mix of running shoe and sandal flexibility to get wet (and dry quickly). Easy to clean. Only issue is the insole is removable; if you remove it to clean, it doesn’t stick quite the same and then sand etc gets stuck to it which makes it pop out when they take the shoe off
By Monica
Rated 5 out of 5
Fit babies extra wide feet, easy to get on and off. Very lightweight and he’s had no problem adapting to walking in them. Need to figure out how to clean them because they have gotten pretty smelly already.
By KT
Rated 5 out of 5
Great shoe for my toddler’s foot. Wide or Medium available and both work ok for my kid. Breathable and durable.
By Zoë S.
Rated 5 out of 5
Comfy, easy to put on, can be worn as every day sneakers. Our size was sold out, but I was so happy to find second hand pair. My toddler has been wearing them every day to bike and walk. Never got to wear them as water shoes. Nice cooler shoe option for hot days.
By Dora
Rated 5 out of 5
These shoes are wonderful. Easy for my kids to get on and off themselves which is a huge plus! I keep buying the next size up for them!
By Kristi
