Best Walking Shoes For Men 2024

While the market is brimming with running sneakers and cross trainers, the best walking shoes for men—including our top pick, the On Cloud 5—offer better durability and support for morning commutes, long treks or strolls around the block. Investing in supportive walking shoes can help maximize your steps and prevent injuries, so it’s important to find the pair that best suits your needs.

We tested the best walking shoes for men to find which ones offer more durability and support than … [+] regular shoes.

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When making our selections for this list, we spoke to podiatrists and had Forbes Vetted staffers test multiple pairs firsthand, evaluating everything from flex points to shock absorbency to insole footbeds. Below, see our top recommendations for the best shoes for men, including Kuru Atoms slip-on and the back pain-alleviating Skechers Arch Fit Waveports. By the way: We’ve also rounded up the best walking shoes for women, too.

Best Walking Shoes For Men Overall: On Cloud 5
Best Casual Walking Shoes For Men: Allbirds Wool Runners
Best Slip-On Walking Shoes For Men: Kuru Atom Slip-On
Best Affordable Walking Shoes For Men: Under Armour Charged Assert 9
Best Walking Shoes For Flat Feet: Hoka Clifton 9
Best Walking Shoes For Lower Back Pain: Skechers Arch Fit Waveport
Best Walking Shoes For Wearing All Day: Kizik Athens
Best Walking Shoes For Cushioning: Brooks Ghost Max
Best Walking Shoes For Long Distances: Brooks Ghost 15
Best Walking Shoes For Men With Wide Feet: New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v13

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Sizes: 7 to 14| Colors: 13 total, including Glacier and Black | Lacing: Pull-tight laces| Key feature: Lightweight design

What’s notable: Made of partially recycled materials, this shoe’s breathable mesh upper and removable cushioned arch insole make it a comfy, easy-to-wear style.What could be better: This style runs a bit small and narrow.

Swiss running shoe brand On is known for its science-backed CloudTec foam, a forgiving material described as “running on clouds.” Designed to provide all-day comfort, the Cloud 5 shoe has a removable cushioned arch insole, should you require additional support, plus a Speedboard that runs the length of the sneaker that promotes stability and propulsion when walking. Weighing just 223 grams, the Cloud 5 is super lightweight, sleek and eco-conscious—around 45% of the materials in them are recycled.

What our tester says: Forbes Vetted account manager Rich Molinaro specifically appreciates this pair’s mesh uppers. “I really enjoy the breathability of the shoe,” he says. “The mesh allows air flow that helps keep my feet cool after a long walk.” While Molinaro described the fit as “very snug, in a comfortable way,” some customer reviews recommend sizing up by a half size.

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