Vionic Gemma II Women's Slipper vs PowerStep Women's Clog Slippers

Buy the PowerStep if foot support is the priority: it has a removable PowerStep orthotic insole with neutral arch support and a deep heel cradle, a raised back for stability, and an anti-slip outsole for indoor and outdoor wear. The Vionic Gemma II is the softer, dressier mule, with a cushioned footbed, flexible goring and an adjustable closure, but it is an open-back slide with a thin 1.4-inch heel and less structure. Owners rate the PowerStep higher (4.1 from 420 ratings versus 3.8 from 601), and PowerStep buyers specifically praise relief from plantar fasciitis and foot pain, while the main complaint is that it runs small.

• Choose the Vionic Gemma II if you want a lighter, open-back mule that slips on fast, adjusts at the strap and looks neat enough to wear outside the house.
• Choose the PowerStep Clog if you stand and walk around the house a lot and want real arch support, a secure heel and a washable slipper.