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Balega Hidden Comfort No Show Running Socks for Men and Women 1 Pair
Last Updated: March 25, 2020 (Refresh Now)
9.0
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Review Analysis - 879 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Comfort
342cushion, sock, comfy, shoes, heel
+92%
-8%
" ... Great cushion, no slipping or bunching. ... "
" ... These socks are so comfortable and once I started wearing them the whole blister issue went away completely. ... For everyday wear sometimes I prefer a lighter sock because I live in Florida and in the summer to have socks on like this are a bit too warm. ... "
" ... They are so cushy and soft that I had to ban my fiance from wearing them (I very kindly bought him some pairs of his own so I am not a total non-sharing jerk). ... "
" ... Hands down- well worth the price - retains cushion even when used & washed everyday ... "
" ... Extra comfy, but thicker than most socks on market. ... "
" ... Balega socks are so comfortable and never slide into my shoes, no matter which ones I wear. ... "
" ... Very comfortable and most importantly, don’t fall off my heel while running. ... "
" ... Very comfortable socks. ... "
For Running
194socks, sock, socks for running, balega, shoes
+93%
-7%
" ... They are very comfortable and I currently only wear them when exercising, but now that I test driven them, I will get 3 more pairs so I can wear them whenever! ... "
" ... Best running socks ever! ... "
" ... I am using these socks with my trail running shoes. ... "
" ... I mainly use them for running but converted to using them for everything! ... "
" ... comfy for running! ... "
" ... the balega socks keep me in great shape while running. ... they are probably one of the best socks you should buy if youre serious about running! ... "
" ... I am buying another pair (up to 3) now because I joined a gym and know that I will be crying if these are in the wash on workout day. ... "
" ... Most comfortable socks for running or long walks! ... "
Fit
102shoe, shoes, cushion, sock, slip
+87%
-13%
" ... They never slip down in your shoe when you’re walking which is the main reason I bought them to protect my feet from ... "
" ... Soft, cushioned and never slip. ... "
" ... Great cushion, no slipping or bunching. ... "
" ... My boyfriend wears a size 9 in a shoe and they fit great. ... "
" ... I'm a shoe size 9, so Balega recommends a size medium, but I get the small and it fits perfect. ... "
" ... Medium is a perfect fit. ... "
" ... They stay in place very well and do not slide down into my shoe. ... "
" ... Great fit and very confortablr ... "
Build Quality
77socks, padding, sock, cushion, padded
+75%
-25%
" ... Soft cuddle extra padded for my broken bones ... "
" ... These socks are so comfortable & thin, like another layer of skin. ... "
" ... I ran a half marathon in them a couple weeks ago and the cushion with the thin top really did make a difference. ... "
" ... They never ride down and are the perfect thickness - not too thin and not super thick. ... "
" ... Perfect sock and lots of padding ... "
" ... They’re comfortable and just the right thickness - thick enough to protect you from feeling every speck of dirt, but not so thick that they bunch up and feel bulky. ... "
" ... If you can get a big toe inside the opening your foot just slides right in. ... "
" ... Thick, soft, and extremely comfortable. ... "
Price
47worth, worth the money, money, socks, worth the price
+83%
-17%
" ... Socks are as good at Bombas and HALF the price ... "
" ... The only reason I give a four star rating is because of the price. ... however, I was able to purchase the competitors socks at a much better price (3-pack for under $15). ... "
" ... Worth every penny! ... "
" ... Balega are worth $$$! ... "
" ... Worth the money 💰 ... "
" ... Worth the purchase ... "
" ... Yes, they are pricy, but for me, they are worth every single penny. ... "
" ... Worth the price. ... "
Color
32color, love, different, comfortable, socks
+100%
" ... Price is high, look for unpopular colors and sales. ... "
" ... Great material comfortable not too thick and gray colors ... "
" ... I don't care about color so I usually buy cheaper colors or when on sale. ... "
" ... Loved the fit and the color ... "
" ... Love the color ... "
" ... they are comfortable and have different colors. ... "
" ... I love to mix and match colors! ... "
" ... I bought some different sock brands and colors, and these white ones have turned out to be my daughter's favorite. ... "
Product Reliability
24socks, last, pair, pairs, year
+83%
-17%
" ... A great design for folks getting up in years. ... "
" ... I have been ordering these for years ... "
" ... Bought a pair a few years back and when I had to replace them decided to get several this time. ... "
" ... 3 pairs originally were gifted to me last year, because the gifter knew I would NEVER pay this much for a pair of socks despite the fact I run 5 days a week and 30-35 miles per week. ... "
" ... They will last for years and will pay for themselves over and over. ... "
" ... Last a long time too. ... "
" ... I run an average 3x/week and these socks last years. ... "
" ... They last for years. ... "
Size
24fits, women, medium, bulky, 9
+92%
-8%
" ... I liked it but am trying the next size up. ... "
" ... Just enough cushion without being bulky. ... "
" ... Size fits true to what is advertised. ... "
" ... I like the heel support and my toes don’t poke through like other socks that are the same size. ... "
" ... I wear a size 10 narrow in women’s shoes and the size medium is perfect. ... "
" ... These are perfect if you can size down. ... "
" ... A medium fits my size 9-9 1/2 feet just fine. ... "
" ... Those one-size-fits-most “size 6 to 11” socks leave those of us with larger feet with much less fabric to work with. ... (I’m a women’s size 8.5 / 9 and ordered a Medium) ... "
Washing
21washing, soft, washes, wearing, socks
+71%
-29%
" ... The have nice cushion that holds up after washing. ... "
" ... soft, comfy, wash well and dont fade ... "
" ... It's comfortable, washes well. ... "
" ... Hold up well to wearing and washing. ... "
" ... They stay soft after hundreds of washes. ... "
" ... Durable through the wash. ... "
" ... I ordered a bunch of different athletic socks a while back and they all got holes or shrank in the wash. ... "
" ... They are holding up well to washing, they feel soft and comfy every time. ... "
Design
17feel, look nice, fit, stylish, socks
+88%
-12%
" ... Perfect thickness and love the blister preventing nub. ... "
" ... Like the color and fit. ... "
" ... They look nice. ... "
" ... I love the way the look and feel ... "
" ... Adds a little extra cushion ... "
" ... Look nice, feel good. ... "
" ... Loved the fit and the color ... "
" ... They are just the right height for a stylish look. ... "
As Gift
16socks, christmas, son, requested, pairs
+100%
" ... I gave them for gifts yo my sisters they loved them. ... "
" ... I’ll also gift to another son if I got his size right. ... "
" ... and giving as gifts . ... "
" ... This is my second pair of Balega socks, the first bong a gift. ... "
" ... It was a gift for my and she is happy with them. ... "
" ... These were a gift for my sister. ... "
" ... This was a gift, recipient really liked. ... "
" ... I have a friend who's a triathlete/marathoner, and she wanted some good no-show, comfy socks as a holiday gift. ... "
Marketplace
15socks, counterfeit, balega, store, seller
+53%
-47%
" ... They are hard to find in stores so I’m so glad I can order them from Amazon. ... "
" ... I love these socks but lately the medium comes large and even the small fluctuate See attached photo . ... "
" ... Seller appropriately described them online. ... I highly recommend these socks and will buy from this seller again. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Thanks again for the fast shipping ... "
" ... Lots of Amazon Love, ... "
" ... I received a sample ... "
" ... The store where I was purchasing them went out of business so I was glad to find them on Amazon. ... "
Drying
15feet, dryer, stay dry, wash, keep my feet
+87%
-13%
" ... And apparently they taste great, My washer and dryer love eating them. ... "
" ... But if your looking for additional comfort built in to the soul and heal of your sock and want dry feet at the same time this sock is well worth the money. ... "
" ... Very comfortable and stay dry when running or working out. ... "
" ... My husband started to train for a half marathon and loved it as his feet felt dry. ... "
" ... They keep my feet dry to prevent issues. ... "
" ... Wore this for my half marathon, very comfortable and did a great job of wicking moisture and keeping my feet dry. ... "
" ... They keep my toes warm and dry. ... "
" ... I use these for working out and they help keep my feet dry. ... "
For Kids
10daughter, son, husband, requested, law
+100%
" ... My son requested these for his Christmas present. ... "
" ... My daughter in law really likes these. ... "
" ... Daughter’s favorite sock! ... "
" ... Wife loves them ... "
" ... My daughter requested these for her and her husband for Christmas. ... "
" ... Bought for my daughter and she loves them. ... "
" ... My son's new favorite socks. ... "
" ... My husband loves these! ... "
Band
7socks, thick, sock, slip, shoes
+43%
-57%
" ... Every time they slip off my heel - there is a lack of elasticity. ... "
" ... When putting thw socks on and half the material goes above your ankle and runners you know there’s a problem. ... "
" ... Logo embroidery on the socks is larger, and the elastic band around the ankle is missing. ... "
" ... I wore these socks just once and they already started tearing apart. ... "
Returns
7threw, sent, going, could, back
+14%
-86%
" ... Return is on it’s way. ... "
" ... I am going to throw them out as I hate returning anything. ... "
" ... Item was too large and I cannot return it (even if it was unopened). ... "
" ... I wish I could get my money back . ... "
" ... If I could return them I would, but I already threw out the packaging. ... "
" ... I threw them in the trash to save somebody else from being resold this product due to my return. ... "
Original Product
7counterfeit, balega, reviews, knock, genuine
-100%
" ... I wish I had noticed the reviews speculating these might not be genuine Balega socks. ... "
" ... These are not authentic socks. ... "
" ... I was hesitant after reading reviews stating they were knockoffs but purchased anyhow. ... "
" ... Unfortunately these seem fake. ... "
" ... I am curious if these are genuinely made by Balega or if the are counterfeit? ... "
" ... I believe I received counterfeit socks. ... "
" ... I'm wondering if they are a knockoff? ... "
Delivery
7packaging, brand
+29%
-71%
" ... A brand I trust did not deliver. ... "
" ... However, I reordered them in June 2019, and the product I received is poorer quality. ... "
" ... Delivered with a giant stain in sock toe. ... "
" ... Some wording on the packaging is "off." ... "
" ... That's the Medium most recently received. ... "
Pedometer
6walking, feet, walk, shoes, ran
+83%
-17%
" ... I have problem feet and they are helpful for walking long distances ... "
" ... Used this product for walking exercise but love it for every day also ... "
" ... Great for walking shoes. ... "
" ... Socks worked great, many miles at Disneyworld. ... "
For Travel
5walking, hiking, socks
+100%
" ... Great for hiking. ... "
" ... I bought these for wearing to the gym and when hiking. ... "
" ... Bought these as no-show socks for a vacation where I'd be walking a ton. ... "
" ... Bought for walking in Europe ... "
Capacity
5feeling, day, wool, socks, happy
+80%
-20%
" ... Happy feet, happy day. ... "
" ... Nothing better than good feeling feet. ... "
" ... I have my whole family using them now! ... "
" ... Like pillows on your feet ... "
Hair
5shoes, running
+20%
-80%
" ... This cut of sock ran very large, that was my only reason for returning. ... "
" ... After 3 or 4 miles, the fabric on the bottom felt like razor wire cutting into my feet. ... "
" ... I've been wearing the same Balegas for years - same cut, same size, same color. ... "
" ... Peta mentions rampant abuse, such as "Workers dragged goats by their horns and legs, threw them across the floor, mutilated them, and even cut the throats of fully conscious ones. ... "
Washer Dryer
4dry, wash, warm, washer, shrink
+100%
" ... They keep my toes warm and dry. ... "
" ... They wash and dry up perfectly. ... "
" ... They wash and dry (in the dryer) beautifully. ... "
" ... And apparently they taste great, My washer and dryer love eating them. ... "
Storage
4socks, sock, shoe, ordered, large
+75%
-25%
" ... I'm a shoe size 9, so Balega recommends a size medium, but I get the small and it fits perfect. ... "
" ... If you can get a big toe inside the opening your foot just slides right in. ... "
" ... I really love these and the quality is by far so much better than anything else in my drawer. ... "
Cleaning
3dryer
+33%
-67%
" ... The socks were dirty even after cleanings were ... "
Weight
3light, socks
+100%
" ... Great for travel light weight gun colors. ... "
" ... My husband loves these soft, light weight socks ... "
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