Our verdict
The Reef Shoes and Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe are close. We gave the Reef Shoes a slight edge at 9/10 over the Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe at 8.5/10 — close enough that fit matters more than the score. Outrageously light with trampoline-bounce—an everyday favorite that lives up to hype for comfort and travel.
Our pick
Reef Shoes
$80
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Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe
Side by side
| Attribute | Reef Shoes | Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe |
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| Our rating | 9/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Best for | Outrageously light with trampoline-bounce—an everyday favorite that lives up to hype for comfort and travel. | Oliver Cabell's Dream Mules look twice their price and justify themselves with quality Italian suede—a repeat purchase. |
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| Watch-outs | None we flagged |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Reef Shoes if…
Outrageously light with trampoline-bounce—an everyday favorite that lives up to hype for comfort and travel.
- Insanely lightweight—among the lightest shoes ever reviewed
- Springy, trampoline-like midsole makes walking energetic
Choose the Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe if…
Oliver Cabell's Dream Mules look twice their price and justify themselves with quality Italian suede—a repeat purchase.
- Look far more expensive than $119
- Well-made Italian suede and quality construction
Why we rate them this way
Reef Shoes — 9/10
Outrageously light with trampoline-bounce—an everyday favorite that lives up to hype for comfort and travel.
What we liked: Insanely lightweight—among the lightest shoes ever reviewed, Springy, trampoline-like midsole makes walking energetic, True to size with zero break-in period, Breathable upper, comfortable without socks, Elite travel shoe—packs light, doesn't crease.
Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe — 8.5/10
Oliver Cabell's Dream Mules look twice their price and justify themselves with quality Italian suede—a repeat purchase.
What we liked: Look far more expensive than $119, Well-made Italian suede and quality construction, Classic, timeless aesthetic won't date, No break-in period required, Excellent value for luxury-quality shoes.
Worth knowing: Whole sizes only makes fitting challenging for half-size wearers.
Common questions
Is the Reef Shoes or the Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe better?
We rated the Reef Shoes 9/10 and the Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe 8.5/10, so we lean Reef Shoes — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
How much do the Reef Shoes and Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe cost?
The Reef Shoes is listed at $80. We don't have a current price on file for the Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe — check the latest on its review page.
What's the difference between the Reef Shoes and the Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe?
Short version — Reef Shoes: Outrageously light with trampoline-bounce—an everyday favorite that lives up to hype for comfort and travel. Oliver Cabell Women’s Shoe: Oliver Cabell's Dream Mules look twice their price and justify themselves with quality Italian suede—a repeat purchase.