Name	Xero Shoes	Other Sandals	Minimalist Shoes	Vibram Five Fingers
Barefoot Feel
Price	LOWEST! Only $19.95 - $44.95	$45 - $120 (most in the $60-90 range)	$75 - $175	$60 - $140
Fit	Customizable for your unique foot shape.	some customizable	fixed sizes	fixed size and shape
Warranty	Yes 5,000 miles... but nobody has worn out a pair yet.	No One company has a "lifetime warranty" but your sandals will be useless long before you qualify.	No Suggested replacement time: 3-6 months	No
Weight (for Men's 9)	LIGHTEST! 4mm - 3.4 oz each | 6mm - 5.2 oz. each	most are over 6 oz each	6 - 12 oz. each	6 - 12 oz. each
Sole Material	FeelTrue rubber. The only sole designed specifically for barefoot sandals. Vibram available in our Classic Kits.	Off-the-shelf Vibram, designed as a boot/shoe replacement sole.	varies	Vibram
Sole Thickness	THINNEST and most flexible! 4mm or 6mm	Between 4mm and 12mm	10mm+	6mm+
Sole Colors	Choose from 5 colors.	1	n/a	varies by style
Lace Options	Pick your favorite of 9 different colors.	most have 1 or 2	n/a	n/a
Lace Type	Non-stretch, soft, round, nylon/polypro	Leather or Hemp.	n/a	n/a
Replacement Lace Cost	Only $2.49	as high as $19.95, if the laces are replaceable.	$5-10	$5-10
Slip-on/Slip-Off?	Yes	Yes	No	- some... but not easily
Tying Styles	Dozens... or more. Pick something easy, or have fun and express yourself	Typically one style	n/a	n/a
Decorative Options?	Yes Add a pendant, beads or charms for fun!	No	No	No
Waterproof	Yes	No	No	No
Easy to clean	Yes	No Leather doesn't clean	No	No Don't even ask about the smell!
Vegan-Friendly	Yes	- some	- some	- some