Are the Adilette slides good for everyday walking?

They are fine for short trips and around the house. The footbed is firm and fairly flat, so they are not built for long walks or all-day standing.

Do they run true to size?

They generally fit true to size. If you have a wide foot or a high instep, the bandage upper can feel snug, so consider sizing up.

Can I wear them in the shower or at the pool?

Yes. The synthetic upper and footbed are made for wet areas and rinse clean, though the sole can be slippery on smooth wet tile.

How do they compare with cushioned slides like the Nike Victori One?

The Adilette is firmer and simpler, with a contoured footbed rather than a soft foam midsole. Choose it for the classic look and easy cleaning; choose a cushioned slide for softer landings.

What is the difference between the Adilette and the Adilette Comfort?

The Adilette Comfort adds a softer, thicker footbed. The standard Adilette keeps the original firmer contoured footbed and lighter build.

Yes. The Adilette is sold as a unisex slide, so pick your usual size.

Where is the Adilette Slides cheapest?

At Shoebacca, for $14.95, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Adilette Slides?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 13 ratings.

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Adilette Slides

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Our take on the Adilette Slides

The Adidas Adilette is the original sport slide, introduced in 1970 for the German national football team and unchanged in spirit since. It pairs a contoured footbed with a wide synthetic bandage upper carrying the 3-Stripes. It suits poolside, locker rooms, dorm showers and everyday slip-on wear. Against cushioned rivals like the Nike Victori One or OOFOS, it is firmer and simpler, with less arch support and no soft foam midsole, but it is lighter and easier to rinse clean. Buyers rate it very highly, and the few complaints center on the stiff, flat feel underfoot and the band rubbing on wide feet.

Best forPoolside and beach wearLocker rooms and shared showersEveryday slip-on errandsAnyone wanting the classic 3-Stripes slide

Pros

Contoured footbed cups the foot
Wide bandage upper holds the foot without laces
Rinses clean and dries fast
Light and easy to pack
Timeless 3-Stripes look

Cons

Firm, fairly flat underfoot with modest arch support
Band can rub on high insteps or wide feet
Not meant for long walks or standing all day
Synthetic upper can get slippery when wet

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What reviewers say

4.9 / 513 ratings

Buyers rate the Adilette very highly, calling it a comfortable, durable classic that holds up to daily pool and shower use. The main gripes are the stiff footbed and the band pressing on wider feet.

What people mention

ComfortMixedMany find the contoured footbed comfortable, but some say it feels firm and flat underfoot.
FitMixedThe bandage upper holds the foot well for most, though wider feet report tightness or rubbing.
DurabilityPraisedOwners say they hold up well to repeated pool and shower use.
Ease of cleaningPraisedBuyers like that they rinse clean and dry quickly.
StylePraisedThe 3-Stripes look is called a timeless classic that pairs with anything.

About the Adilette Slides

The Adilette debuted in 1970 as a shower slide for the German national football team during the world's biggest match in Mexico. It was officially released in 1972 and has been a style mainstay of adidas ever since.

These slides stay true to the original look. They have a contoured footbed and 3-Stripes across the bandage upper.

Type: Slides
Footbed: Contoured
Upper: Bandage upper with 3-Stripes

Questions and answers

Are the Adilette slides good for everyday walking?: They are fine for short trips and around the house. The footbed is firm and fairly flat, so they are not built for long walks or all-day standing.
Do they run true to size?: They generally fit true to size. If you have a wide foot or a high instep, the bandage upper can feel snug, so consider sizing up.
Can I wear them in the shower or at the pool?: Yes. The synthetic upper and footbed are made for wet areas and rinse clean, though the sole can be slippery on smooth wet tile.
How do they compare with cushioned slides like the Nike Victori One?: The Adilette is firmer and simpler, with a contoured footbed rather than a soft foam midsole. Choose it for the classic look and easy cleaning; choose a cushioned slide for softer landings.
What is the difference between the Adilette and the Adilette Comfort?: The Adilette Comfort adds a softer, thicker footbed. The standard Adilette keeps the original firmer contoured footbed and lighter build.
Are they unisex?: Yes. The Adilette is sold as a unisex slide, so pick your usual size.
Where is the Adilette Slides cheapest?: At Shoebacca, for $14.95, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Adilette Slides?: Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 13 ratings.