01 Highest score of 37
Vivobarefoot Motus Strength
The best thing I've worn under a barbell. Expensive everywhere else.
Barefoot shoe reviews UK 37 reviewed Latest scored review 10 March 2026
What's under your feet?
Pick your situation. I'll show you the shoe I'd actually wear.
Eight situations. 37 scored reviews behind them. Every score, ranked →
37 published reviews I wear, photograph, score and write every review Shop links are affiliate links; the price you pay is the same either way
The shortlist
02 Cheapest USD pair at 4.0+
Xero Shoes Mesa Trail
Good at the price. Its successor is better, and the review says why.
03 Newest score
Freet Durham
The Durham looks properly smart and fits amazingly well. I couldn't fault it; I'm just not really a Chelsea boot person.
Prices are as filed in each review and change without notice. Shop links are affiliate links: the price you pay is the same either way.
Beyond the shoes
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Barefoot Revolution
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Revolutionary or Fashion Stunt?
Lifestyle and Fashion · 29 Apr 2023A Walk Through Time
The Fascinating History and Evolution of Barefoot Shoes and Minimalist Footwear
How I score
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I wear the shoes on ordinary UK streets and muddy weekends, then photograph, score and write every review.
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