OluKai Ohana Men's Sandals, Water Resistant Flip Flops with Arch Support

Excellent Sandals. Very supportive arch. Makes walking distances easy. Comfortable for any setting. Great color selections. This is the second pair I’ve ordered this summer. Wearing them all the time. Showing no wear on the original pair I bought but I like to keep them in different places! Though somewhat expensive, you get for what you pay!

FLIP FLOP COMPARISONS: OLUKAI OHANA THE BEST OVERAL WITH THE "CROCS MODI" - THE MOST BANG FOR THE $. In my efforts to find a GREAT Flip Flop (and attempt improvement on my Crocs MODI's I did a LOT of reading, Flip Flop reviews on the internet. The first decent Flip Flops I bought was a pair of Crocs MODI Flips, that were on sale at my local sporting goods store..... I LOVED THEM !! My only concern was that they might not be as sturdy (or long-lasting) as a Super Expensive, well made pair. So, of course, I had to do more research and try to find THE BEST Flip Flops made. Finally (after much review reading) I settled on three. I have now worn all three for about 3 weeks. I cannot attest to durability after only 3 weeks but I can give my impression of what their durability might be. The features I was looking for were: Contoured Foot Bed, Arch Support, Comfort, Cushiness & Sole flex, Quality of Workmanship, Staying on During Activities, Running true to Size and Impression of Durability. FYI - I normally wear a size 10.5 med. shoe. The three Flip Flops I tried were: Croc's MODI $ - Size 11 M OluKai Ohana $$$ - Size 11 M They were a bit loose so I exchanged them for a size 10 M. (However, that was a mistake when the Foot Bed proved to be too small). Vionic Harbor $$ - Size 11 M (with the Velcro adjustment strap.) Let me say that on a scale of 0 to 5; with 0 being unacceptable and 5 exceeding my expectations, all three of the Flips I bought scored very high. CONTOURED FOOTBED: Croc's MODI - 5, very nice contoured foot bed and heel. OluKai Ohana - 5, very nice contoured foot bed and heel. Vionic Harbor - 5, very nice contoured foot bed and heel. ARCH SUPORT: Croc's MODI - 5, very good arch support, positioned where it should be. not too high or too low. OluKai Ohana- 5, very good arch support, positioned where it should be. not too high or too low. Vionic Harbor- 5, very good arch support, positioned where it should be. not too high or too low. COMFORT: Croc's MODI - 5, very comfortable. The toe post is fairly comfortable. OluKai Ohana - 5, very comfortable. The toe post is a DREAM. Vionic Harbor - 3+, pretty comfortable, may take a little getting used to, or breaking in. The toe post was the most irritating of the three - Hoping that will get better with time.. The Velcro adjustment strap did not cause any discomfort. NOTE: After wearing them for 3 weeks, I simply couldn't take the irritation of the R. toe post. Had to send them back. Too bad, they appeared to be exactly what I wanted. CUSHINESS & SOLE FLEX: Croc's MODI - 4+, pretty cushy, when walking. Sole is flexible, but not mushy. OluKai Ohana - 5+, Simply THE BEST, a wonderful cushy walk. (Not too soft, not too hard.) Slightly flexible Sole - Just the right amount of flex. Vionic Harbor - 3++, a little stiffer than the other two but QUITE acceptable. Sole is the stiffest of the three but still somewhat flexible. QUALITY OF WORKMANSHIP: Croc's MODI - 5, a well made, well designed Flip Flop. OluKai Ohana - 5+, SUPERBLY designed and well made. Vionic Harbor - 5, Excellent design and workmanship. STAYING ON DURING ACTIVITIES: Croc's MODI - 5+, SIMPLY THE BEST! Stays securely on my feet during all activities. OluKai Ohana - 4, A bit loose, Staying securely in place? Takes some getting used to (I tried buying one size smaller - fit better but, then, the foot bed was too small). Vionic Harbor - 4, the Velcro adjustment strap helps it fit snugly. (no need for smaller size.) RUNS TRUE TO SIZE: Croc's MODI - 5, EXCELLENT !! Spot on! The size 11 M, fits my size 10.5 M foot perfectly. OluKai Ohana - 4, Fit PERFECTLY, except I found them to be a bit loose. (Tried correcting - by exchanging for a size smaller - Didn't work, foot bed was then too small). Vionic Harbor - 5, Excellent !! Again the Velcro adjustment makes up for any minor fit deviations. IMPRESSION OF DURABILITY: Croc's MODI - 4, the rather soft sole, looks as if it might wear out. But for the VERY REASONABLE PRICE - you could simply replace them OluKai Ohana - 5+, these Flips look like they would outlast me. After 3 weeks of wearing them constantly there is absolutely no signs of wear. Vionic Harbor - 5+, a very well-made Flip. Also looks like they will last many seasons.

Edit: 09/10/2025 first off I’m gonna say this is me from the future and it’s been three years now that these have been my daily drivers. And I mean, literally daily… all the way through the summer up to 120° and winter down to freezing. I just cleaned them and beside somewhere on the sole where my heel rubs on it these things have held up like brand new! I’ve been primarily a flip-flop guy, my entire life having size 14 and having neck issues. The wrong shoe can throw my whole body off. And these give you the stability of a tennis shoe (for my body at least.) having more than hundreds of different flip-flops. I can officially say this is hands-down my favorite flip-flop I’ve ever worn. The build quality and feel is unparalleled. They have a little toe cut outs on each toe that help them flex better rather than just that generic foot shape and you can really tell the difference. Anyway, after over three years of daily use, I cannot recommend these enough. The only issues I could see people having with them is the weight of them. They are pretty heavy flip-flops if you’re used to those foam white ones and that’s what you prefer. You’re not gonna like these these are more of a daily shoe flip-flop and the only other downside I can see is the price. But the price reflects 100% in this situation the quality of the shoe. You’re paying 2 to 3 times as much as another pair, but you are getting much more than that in lifespan and quality and comfort. I cannot recommend these enough and have got a lot of my friends wearing them and agreeing to my exact sentiments. Original review: Well I’ve only been wearing them for a week but they were a major upgrade to my last pair. I’m really picky with flip flops as I pretty much wear them year round. They are super comfortable and well built. Alan it too much so because they are not light sandals I felt like I changed to bricks compared to my last pair, but I got used to them really fast. They have strong thick almost tire like treads so it’s understandable. Great arch support also. But I do like in the desert that gets into the 120’s so that will be the true test over the next few months. If I don’t come back they held up if not I’ll edit. Solid 8/10 only for price but not overboard for what you get, otherwise a 10/10. At like $50 easy 10/10 but still way worth it. Good luck, drink water lol :) Edit: over a year now and man these are a a perfect as they where when I got them. Super comfortable and super durable. I’ve probably put on 4 other pairs of shoes since I bought these. Or I should say worn different shoes 4 days since I put these on. Even through the winter, lol. Highly recommended, there’s no possible way to go wrong unless the price is a hard no

I wear flip flops almost religiously. It's hard to find a good pair that will last long so I was hesitant to purchase these at the price, but they are great. I waited a year to write a review because like some of the pictures here, theres a tiny separation between the sole and the base of the shoe above the toes so i was worried it might eventually come apart. So far no additional separation has occured and they are still very comfortable. I wear them all day every day, literally, around the house or moving furniture or walking around all day. To clean them i just wear them in the bath and let them air dry, seems to work fine. They have excellent arch support and are extremely comfortable i'd give it an extra star if i could because it's hard to find quality products like this these days. Would recommend to anyone who wears flip flops. I'm 6'2, 250ish pounds, and the last pair of flops i bought i wore until they were literally paper thin. So far theres no noticable loss in density or arch support, but being a bigger guy it's bound to happen over time. They feel solid, which i like, and are probably a tiny bit heavier than most but it's a nice weight, definitely not like wearing heavy boots or shoes or anything like that. The size feels true to the size i ordered. My only complaint is while they're pretty water resistant, the strap stays wet for a long time because it's fabric underneath, but the fabric is super comfortable and rubber or another material would not be so i really cant even complain about that. Overall they're fantastic and if you're on the fence, don't be because these are worth it!

I wish I would’ve found these sooner, the OluKai Ohana flip flops are by far the most comfortable, best looking flip flops I’ve ever purchased. Definitely worth the money.

* SECOND UPDATE: I've had these shoes for just about one year at this point, and I've worn them nearly every day. Here are my observations: - The footbed has compressed further. They are still relatively comfortable, but walking on uneven or gravelly surfaces is more noticeable now. However, one benefit of this is that the foot moves less in the shoe during wet weather (as mentioned in the original review). - The sole is finally showing some wear under the ball of my foot, but the tread still has definition throughout. I'm somewhat impressed with the longevity of the sole in comparison to most other sandals I've owned. - The thong and upper are still in good shape and show no signs of deterioration or separation from the shoe. One shoe's strap *might* have stretched a bit, but if so, it's so minimal that it's really difficult to tell for sure. - I, along with other reviewers here, have noticed an issue of the front end having the problem of catching on the ground and "folding" under the shoe. This only happened once in the first 6 months of ownership, but it seems to have become a bit worse with age, happening probably once every couple of weeks now. I think it's due to a combination of sole wear and footbed compression, as well as possible strap-stretching. I'm wondering if the people that observed it from their initial purchase bought their's a bit too big? Either way, it's particularly vexing, because it tends to shred the front of the shoe when it happens on pavement, wearing it down further and leaving hanging bits of rubber that need to be clipped off. FINAL THOUGHTS: Unfortunately, due to the above folding problem, along with the traction issues that I mentioned in the last update, I've decided to drop a star from the initial review. These are very good shoes and are still among the best sandals I've ever owned, but there are some obvious improvements that could be made, particularly for someone who wears them every day. On the other hand, if you do not wear sandals every day, you will likely find that these will last you a long time; just take particular care to avoid getting it in a size that is too big for your foot. *Additional comment: I've noticed some more recent reviews refer to this shoe as having a "high" arch. I would agree that it is higher than most sandals (particularly cheap ones that just have no arch at all), but truly high arches kill my feet, and these shoes are very comfortable to me. I wouldn't expect that the manufacturing process would have changed over the last year, but just as a warning, YMMV when it comes to arch support. =================================================================================== *UPDATE: I've had these shoes for ~5 months now. These are my daily wearers, and I live in a climate that allows me to use them even in winter. Here are my observations: PROS: Despite some obvious compression, the footbed is still quite comfortable. There is no noticeable stretching, tearing, or other deterioration in the thong or upper, and there is no indication that they will fall apart on me any time soon. These shoes are well constructed. Tread wear is almost non-existent. They look almost like the day I bought them (also a possible con; see below). The colors haven't faded at all. CONS: Traction in certain wet environments (especially things like high-traffic tile floors during a rainstorm) is a big issue. They don't look like they would have as poor traction as they do, but I think the reason is indicated by the lack of tread wear. The outsole has held up so well because it is quite hard, which doesn't allow for much compression, and thus gives poor traction. They are still better than the Reef Phantoms, but I would put the Ohana only slightly over average for traction ability. The rubber outer edge of the shoe is prone to some cosmetic wear. I've rubbed them up against a curb or door on occasion, and it's a little more obvious than I would have expected. If the makers had used that same rubber for the bottom of the shoe, these shoes would probably have better traction (but wear down MUCH faster). In general, I am still happy with the purchase. These are definitely one of my favorite pairs. =================================================================================== *ORIGINAL REVIEW: I wear sandals daily, pretty much year-round. An unfortunate fact is that most sandals are not made for everyday wear. The problems range: many are too uncomfortable for long-term use, others just can't handle constant wear and quickly degrade. Some will be durable and comfortable, but ugly as sin, while still more will have weird quirks, like excessive "squeakiness," especially when wet. However, my single biggest peeve is that so many of them, even very expensive ones, have extremely poor soles. I don't expect them to allow you to run in a downpour, but I would hope that if I am caught in an afternoon shower, they have enough traction to keep me from careening off the sidewalk. I've owned many sandals with which you can "skate" on smooth, dry surfaces like linoleum (e.g. Reef Phantoms). I've been wearing the Olukai 'Ohana sandals for a little over three weeks now, and so far I am impressed, which is not an easy thing to do, especially at this price. Here are a few key things I like about these sandals so far: Comfort: The first surprise was that they feel ridiculously comfortable to me. It should be noted that I have pretty flat feet, so I require a very specific amount of arch support - just enough to prevent tendinitis, but not so much that my foot is contorted. These are PERFECT for that. They have a low-profile arch, but are very solid. The bed is somewhat spongy, but not too thick, which makes them very comfortable without being sweaty in warm weather. It remains to be seen how long they will maintain the shape and sponginess, but they seem well made, so I have high hopes. These are the most comfortable sandals I have ever owned, but people with high arches may want to avoid them (especially if you plan to wear them often). Thong: Another thing I appreciate is the nylon thong. My last pair of fairly expensive sandals (Sperry Top-Siders) were fantastic for looks and traction, but the leather thong had only a weak scrap of cotton as supplementary support, and it soaked up moisture. One of them rotted through in less than a year. They are now unwearable. The 'Ohana feels very well made, and the nylon won't rot. Looks: I bought the Dark Java color. The Sperrys (in very similar colors) were probably the best looking pair of sandals I've ever owned, but these are a solid second. The nylon thong, while very functional, is still just woven nylon. I was worried about the lighter foot-bed attracting dirt, but it hasn't been a problem so far. The two-tone style really makes them stand out without being gaudy, and the toe-shaped foot-bed adds some flair to what would otherwise be a fairly plain-looking shoe. Traction/Wet weather performance: I took these out into a rainstorm for a real-world test. This category is where these shoes both excel and fall flat. The sole is great. Not QUITE as good as the Sperrys, but certainly close enough. (They are significantly better than my Reef Phantoms.) The 'Ohana's sole will keep your feet planted...or at least the shoe. See, the issue is that when the foot-bed gets wet, it becomes slick as soap. Your feet want to slide WITHIN the shoe. Fortunately, the my sizing was perfect, and my foot remained tethered in the shoe by the thong and upper. Even though it was disconcerting, I could actually jog a short distance before I felt like I was tempting fate. However, if you bought these even SLIGHTLY too big, you would do well to avoid wet weather. This is the only true caveat I have found with these shoes at this point in time. So far I feel that these are great sandals, even given the relatively high price. As mentioned before, make SURE that you get the right size for your foot, and be weary if you have a high arch. I will try to update this review after some more use to see if they hold up.

Good solid sandals. The now are the only sandals I wear. Solid, comfortable and ling lasting.

So far I'm loving these. The arch support is awesome and my feet are feeling much better.

Pésimo YA SE RETRASO

Really comfortable

Fits as well as my regular shoe size. Comfortable (and I don't normally like flipflops). Price is rather steep but if you can afford it then go for it. Gotta work on the thong/flip flop tan now.

Muy cómodas, a mi marido le encantan.

Great sandal, good size.