Is the Zermatt a house slipper or an outdoor shoe?

It is designed as an indoor slipper. The rubber outsole grips smooth floors, but suede and shearling do not handle wet ground or pavement well.

How does it fit compared with Birkenstock sandals?

It uses the same footbed shape, so the fit is similar: roomy and wide. The closed toe and shearling lining make it feel snugger than an open sandal.

Does the shearling lining last?

It stays warm for a season or more of daily wear, but owners report it compresses and thins over time. Treat it as a wear item, not a permanent lining.

Can I replace the footbed?

No. The cork-latex footbed is bonded into the slipper and is not removable or replaceable.

Is it good for plantar fasciitis or flat feet?

The arch support and deep heel cup suit many people with flat feet or mild arch pain. For a diagnosed condition, check with a clinician first.

How should I clean the suede?

Brush dry dirt off with a suede brush and keep the slipper away from water. Spot-clean stains with a suede cleaner rather than washing it.

Where is the Birkenstock Men's Zermatt Suede cheapest?

At Zulily.com, for $107.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Birkenstock Men's Zermatt Suede?

Rated 4 out of 5 from 59 ratings.

Birkenstock Men's Zermatt Suede

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Last seen at $107.99 at Zulily.com on Nov 10.

Our take on the Birkenstock Men's Zermatt Suede

The Zermatt is Birkenstock's take on the house slipper: a suede upper over a genuine shearling lining, on the same cork-latex footbed the brand's sandals use. The footbed has a raised toe bar, a deep heel cup and arch support, so it feels firmer underfoot than a foam or fleece slipper. It is a slip-on for indoor wear, with a rubber outsole that grips smooth floors. Reviewers like the warmth and the support; the common complaints are that the shearling flattens with wear and that the fit runs wide and short for some feet.

Best forWearing around the house on hard floorsPeople who want arch support in a slipperCold-weather indoor wearBirkenstock fans who want a closed-toe option

Pros

Cork-latex footbed with arch support and a deep heel cup
Genuine shearling lining keeps feet warm
Suede upper is soft and holds its shape
Rubber outsole grips smooth floors
Slip-on design, easy on and off

Cons

Shearling packs down and loses loft over time
Footbed is firm, not pillowy
Runs wide; some find it short in length
Not meant for wet or outdoor use

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Birkenstock Men's Zermatt Suede price history

Lowest price we've seen: $107.99 on Nov 11 at Zulily.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

4 / 559 ratings

Owners rate it well for warmth and the familiar Birkenstock support, and many wear it as an everyday house shoe. The recurring complaints are a firm footbed, a wide fit and shearling that flattens after a season of daily wear.

What people mention

ShearlingMixedWarm at first, but owners say the lining packs down and thins with regular wear.
Arch supportPraisedThe cork-latex footbed gives the same arch and heel support as Birkenstock sandals.
FitCriticisedReviewers report a wide fit and some find the length short for their usual size.
ComfortMixedSupportive for long wear, but the footbed feels firm rather than cushioned.
GripPraisedThe rubber outsole holds on tile and wood floors indoors.

Specifications

Size: Size 9½
Width: Width Medium
Department: Men's
Material: Genuine Leather, Genuine Suede, Rubber, Shearling
Slip Resistant: Yes
Color: Gray Taupe
Style: Casual
Type

Questions and answers

Is the Zermatt a house slipper or an outdoor shoe?: It is designed as an indoor slipper. The rubber outsole grips smooth floors, but suede and shearling do not handle wet ground or pavement well.
How does it fit compared with Birkenstock sandals?: It uses the same footbed shape, so the fit is similar: roomy and wide. The closed toe and shearling lining make it feel snugger than an open sandal.
Does the shearling lining last?: It stays warm for a season or more of daily wear, but owners report it compresses and thins over time. Treat it as a wear item, not a permanent lining.
Can I replace the footbed?: No. The cork-latex footbed is bonded into the slipper and is not removable or replaceable.
Is it good for plantar fasciitis or flat feet?: The arch support and deep heel cup suit many people with flat feet or mild arch pain. For a diagnosed condition, check with a clinician first.
How should I clean the suede?: Brush dry dirt off with a suede brush and keep the slipper away from water. Spot-clean stains with a suede cleaner rather than washing it.
Where is the Birkenstock Men's Zermatt Suede cheapest?: At Zulily.com, for $107.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Birkenstock Men's Zermatt Suede?: Rated 4 out of 5 from 59 ratings.