Our verdict
Between the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes and the Atoms Shoes, we lean toward the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes — we rated it 7.5/10 versus 6.5/10. We're glad we bought them again—better-built than Allbirds, machine washable, but expect heel blisters from the loafers.
Our pick
Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes
Atoms Shoes
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| Attribute | Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes | Atoms Shoes |
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| Our rating | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Best for | We're glad we bought them again—better-built than Allbirds, machine washable, but expect heel blisters from the loafers. | Atoms are versatile and comfortable, but poor breathability makes feet sweat heavily—we'd pick Allbirds instead. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes if…
We're glad we bought them again—better-built than Allbirds, machine washable, but expect heel blisters from the loafers.
- Better-built construction than Allbirds
- Machine washable
Choose the Atoms Shoes if…
Atoms are versatile and comfortable, but poor breathability makes feet sweat heavily—we'd pick Allbirds instead.
- Simple, versatile minimalist design pairs with any outfit
- Unique stretch laces cinch tight for a snug fit and slip easily on/off
Why we rate them this way
Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes — 7.5/10
We're glad we bought them again—better-built than Allbirds, machine washable, but expect heel blisters from the loafers.
What we liked: Better-built construction than Allbirds, Machine washable, Comfortable with extra heel padding, Made from sustainable recycled water bottles, Sturdy and durable through extended wear.
Worth knowing: Nearly twice the price of comparable shoes like Allbirds, Significantly heavier than competitors (430g vs 226g), Driving Loafer model causes heel blisters, No half-size options limits fit customization.
Atoms Shoes — 6.5/10
Atoms are versatile and comfortable, but poor breathability makes feet sweat heavily—we'd pick Allbirds instead.
What we liked: Simple, versatile minimalist design pairs with any outfit, Unique stretch laces cinch tight for a snug fit and slip easily on/off, Vegan and 100% recyclable, Lightweight, comfortable foam midsole, Copper threading minimizes odor.
Worth knowing: Polyurethane-knit upper causes excessive foot sweating and lacks breathability, Uncomfortable to wear without socks due to poor moisture management, Stretch laces still require tying and untying despite marketing, Simple design lacks distinctive look to justify $145 price tag.
Common questions
Is the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes or the Atoms Shoes better?
We rated the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes 7.5/10 and the Atoms Shoes 6.5/10, so we lean Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
What's the difference between the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes and the Atoms Shoes?
Short version — Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes: We're glad we bought them again—better-built than Allbirds, machine washable, but expect heel blisters from the loafers. Atoms Shoes: Atoms are versatile and comfortable, but poor breathability makes feet sweat heavily—we'd pick Allbirds instead.