No more blisters — 7 comfortable shoes under $50 I'd grab right now from Skechers, Asics, New Balance and more
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I prefer to wear canvas shoes for most of the year. But during the winter, they don’t cut it. The weather is too cold and too wet for my canvas sneakers to hold up. So, in a hurry I bought a pair of $130 Doc Martens last winter. Now that they’re out of my shoe closet and in use again, I’m experiencing some buyers’ remorse.
Don’t get me wrong, Doc Martens have lots of positives — they’re durable, look great, and are weather proof. They just take some breaking in, and my efforts to do so last year haven’t made enough of an impact to stop them from giving me blisters now. So while I make do with wearing giant socks and layering up band-aids, I’m on the hunt for comfortable shoes that love me back from the first wear.
One of the first options I’m drawn to is the Skechers Summits Dazzling Haze Hands Free Slip In Sneakers. On sale starting from $38, they’re within my budget, and my colleagues from the fitness team have ranked them among the best Skechers they’ve tested.
Want to shop with me? Keep scrolling as I ponder the best comfortable shoes under $50. (Note that prices may vary depending on the size and color you select.)
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- Amazon Fashion shoes
- Dearfoams Beth Bootie Slipper: was $48 now from $16
- Adidas Adilette Shower Slides: was $30 now from $20
- Chooka Waterproof Chelsea Bootie (Women's): was $48 now from $24
- Skechers Summits Dazzling Haze Slip Ins (Women's): was $49 now from $38
- Asics Japan S PF (Women's): was $90 now from $39
- New Balance 608 V5 Cross Trainers (Women's): was $79 now from $46
- Nike AL8 Shoes (Women's): was $90 now from $48
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These slipper socks are best suited to being worn indoors, but with 66% off, I'm super tempted to get a pair. They have memory foam insoles, which lots of reviewers on Amazon have raved about as being extremely comfortable. The selection of colors is very appealing to me, too.
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Okay, I'm not buying these shoes, but that's because I already own a pair — and they're some of the comfiest footwear I own. Whenever I'm not out of the house, I have these on pretty much 24/7, since they stay on securely and the foam footbeds feel like pillows. I just prefer to wear them indoors when it's chilly.
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Since these boots are waterproof and have a warm, fuzzy lining, they're a serious contender to be my next pair of shoes. The Chelsea boot style means they're easy to take on and off, which is great as I hate touching muddy boots when I get in from a rainy day out.
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Skechers can be surprisingly affordable considering they're such a big brand. But that's part of what makes them so popular. I hate wasting time tying my laces, and the Dazzling Haze are the best slip-in Skechers the Tom's Guide fitness team have tested. I'm also a fan of the fact that these are lightweight, and well suited to light exercise.
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White and pink is my absolute favorite color combo, so in terms of looks, these shoes are top of my list. They come in a nice Lavender color option, too. Their outer design is inspired by classic basketball shoes, but with modern comfort added for a soft, plush feel. Plus, over 50% off is tough to beat.
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While I haven't tried out a pair of New Balance shoes myself yet, the 608 V5 Cross Trainers have a ton of positive reviews from shoppers on Amazon, with many people praising their incredibly comfortable and supportive design. I'm a big fan of the white/light blue and white/pink color schemes of these shoes, but nothing beats a pair of black sneakers — they go with everything.
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These sporty-looking casual shoes are on sale for a huge discount with 47% off right now. As well as being stylish, they have an upper that's made of a combination of breathable mesh and soft suede. However, this deal currently only applies to the Wolf Grey/Picante Red/White/Photon Dust color option.
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Millie is a Deals Editor at Tom's Guide specializing in deals content. She also covers the latest tech news and and creates how-to articles about everything from phones, streaming devices, and headphones to apps and video games. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, gaming on her Nintendo Switch and creating digital art.
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