Are these good for a toddler who is just starting to walk?

They work best for confident walkers. The flex grooves help, but the mid-cut collar and leather upper are sturdier than soft first-walker shoes.

Do they run true to size?

They generally fit true to toddler sizing. Measure the child's foot and leave a little room for growth, as with any kids' sneaker.

The Mid has a higher collar and the same leather-and-nubuck build. The Low is easier to slip on and slightly cooler for warm weather.

No. They are standard laces, so an adult usually ties them. Kids who dress themselves may prefer hook-and-loop shoes.

It is solid rubber with deep flex grooves and a circular pattern, giving good traction and flexibility on pavement and playground surfaces.

They handle cool, dry days fine, but the perforated toe and leather upper are not waterproof, so avoid puddles and heavy rain.

At Champs Sports, for $39.99, 33% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 98 ratings.

7 stores we checked sell it, including Champs Sports, Hibbett Kids, Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, ShopSimon.

$39.99at Champs SportsChecked Nov 9

33% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 7 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.