Travis Reddinger

We buy all the products we test — no freebies from companies. If you purchase through our links, we may earn a commission, which helps support our testing. We tested multiple men's sandals from Bedrock, Earth Runner, Teva, Keen, Chaco, Luna, and others By Jacob Clark ⋅ Review Editor  ⋅  Updated June 23, 2026 Sandals provide a breezy foot-feel during hot summer weather, while still protecting the bottom of your feet and providing some cushion.

Price:  $140 List Manufacturer: Hoka By Travis Reddinger ⋅ Review Editor  ⋅  June 23, 2026 69 OVERALL SCORE RANKED #7 of 17 Comfort - 40% 6.5 Versatility & Style - 25% 7.0 Adjustability & Fit - 20% 6.5 Stability - 10% 8.0 Traction - 5% 8.0 Our Verdict The Hoka Hopara 2 sandal is like the pickup truck of sandals, with an aggressive tread pattern for navigating challenging terrain and more foot protection than most on the market.

Price:  $155 List Manufacturer: Birkenstock By Travis Reddinger ⋅ Review Editor  ⋅  June 23, 2026 79 OVERALL SCORE RANKED #1 of 17 Comfort - 40% 9.0 Versatility & Style - 25% 7.0 Adjustability & Fit - 20% 7.5 Stability - 10% 7.5 Traction - 5% 5.0 Our Verdict The Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed is a sandal that once you try it, you have a hard time replacing choosing another brand.