Our verdict
The Native Water Shoes and the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes are too close to call — we rated both 7.5/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.
Native Water Shoes
Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes
Side by side
| Attribute | Native Water Shoes | Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes |
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| Our rating | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Best for | Best-looking water shoes on the market, but run narrow and lack arch support for longer wear. | We're glad we bought them again—better-built than Allbirds, machine washable, but expect heel blisters from the loafers. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Native Water Shoes if…
Best-looking water shoes on the market, but run narrow and lack arch support for longer wear.
- Best-looking water shoes available
- Incredibly lightweight and quick-drying
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
Why we rate them this way
Native Water Shoes — 7.5/10
Best-looking water shoes on the market, but run narrow and lack arch support for longer wear.
What we liked: Best-looking water shoes available, Incredibly lightweight and quick-drying, Easy to clean and odor-resistant, Slip-on design perfect for kids, Wide range of colors and patterns.
Worth knowing: Run narrow—pinching on sides of feet even in normal sizing, Lack arch support and cushioning for extended walking, Crocs-like material feel not appealing to everyone, Expensive for a plastic shoe ($50-60 for adults).
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.
Common questions
Is the Native Water Shoes or the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes better?
We rated both 7.5/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Native Water Shoes: Best-looking water shoes on the market, but run narrow and lack arch support for longer wear. 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.
What's the difference between the Native Water Shoes and the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes?
Short version — Native Water Shoes: Best-looking water shoes on the market, but run narrow and lack arch support for longer wear. 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.