The easiest way to turn a good vacation into a bad one is by packing uncomfortable shoes — but the cushiest pairs often come with high price tags. We’ve tested hundreds of sneakers on our many travels, including On Cloud pairs for long walks, and now, you can get the look and feel of the popular brand for a fraction of the cost.
We recently discovered the Avia Light Runner Shoes at Walmart, which are strikingly similar to On Cloud’s versatile, everyday Cloudnova 2 sneakers — but cost just $23 instead of $160. These shoes not only look like long-lost siblings, but shoppers say that they’re just as comfortable as some of the brand’s big-name competitors.
Avia Athletic Light Runner Shoes
Walmart
There’s more that connects these two styles outside of their streamlined, cushioned appearances and honeycombed outsoles, though. Made with a memory foam insole and a breathable upper, this sneaker offers hours of comfort for exercising and everyday activities, such as errands, sprints to your terminal, and long walks around new cities when you reach your destination. Its malleable material allows the insole to form to the shape of your foot, which offers a custom fit and supports your foot as it uniquely needs.
Its lightweight body and durable upper make this a great travel shoe because of its easy-to-clean exterior, which can be spot-treated with a wet cloth after days spent exploring new places. Plus, the permeable fabric makes this shoe comfortable to wear in both warm and cool temperatures — much like its pricey counterpart. Though these two styles couldn’t be more different in terms of cost, hundreds of Walmart shoppers bought this pair for its comparative comfort, and some even say that it rivals the feel of Nike, Saucony, and of course, On Cloud sneakers. (Plus, you can nab them in a few colors that On Cloud doesn’t offer, like lavender and pale pink.)
Some customers looking for a quick, affordable option before an upcoming vacation purchased this pair, only to be shocked by how comfortable and non-fatigued their feet felt by the end of their adventure. Another reviewer shared that they bought these for their wife with plantar fasciitis, noting the considerable improvement of comfort they felt within the first week of wear. However, shoppers also agree on something else: These shoes run out of stock fast, so you’ll want to add yours to your cart before it’s too late.
Don’t wait to grab these Avia sneakers at Walmart, and keep scrolling for name-brand lookalikes that we spotted hiding in Walmart’s shoe section, from just $10.
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