Say what you will, but sandals, or 'dad sandals' as they are called, are the epitome of comfort. And, Birkenstock, has been the poster brand for this sentiment for quite some time now. This German brand has been a part of our shoe racks and recommendations list for a long time, and with good reason: unmatched comfort and durability! This luxe footwear label commits to quality. Over time, they have also tried to push these sandals out with some style, beating the common 'boring' allegations. However, some of these Birks may be pricey, so we did our homework to bring you footwear brands that harbour similar aesthetics. These Birkenstock look-alikes guarantee almost the same quality and comfort at a better price point, so read on!
Love Birkenstock? 15 Alternatives That Serve Similar Comfort Goals
Overview
- 1. Neeman's
- 2. Happenstance
- 3. Clarks
- 4. The Cai Store
- 5. Bata
- 6. Fizzy Goblet
- 7. Shapecrunch
- 8. Cushionaire
- 9. Truffle Collection
- 10. Mozafia
- 11. Glam Street
- 12. Vellinto
- 13. Crocs
- 14. Skechers
- 15. Carlton London
Here's A List Of Birkenstock Alternatives You Can Cop
Neeman's
Neeman's is a top contender for a Birkenstock look-alike. Both brands have sandals made of cork and are similar in anatomy. They provide support and contour that outlines the shape of your feet, mimicking a footprint in sand. Neeman's are more sustainable and take after the regular, casual design of the Birkenstock sandals. Their cork sandals, available in four colours, are also resistant to odor and super durable.
Sizes available: 3 - 12
Colours available: 4
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 2,000 onwards
Happenstance
Made to be one of the most comfortable sandals on the market, Happenstance's collection has the most cushiony footbed. It's got a deep heel cup and raised arch support that helps restore the natural alignment of your feet. We spotted many celebs rocking these slides, including Sobhita Dhulipala, Sushmita Sen, Radhika Apte, and Raj Kumar Rao. The Birkenstock ones have a cork footbed, while the Happenstance ones have a buoyant footbed. But both have the same anatomy of contouring your feet to ensure maximum comfort. Happenstance offers styles including simple, broad straps or toe-post designs, in line with the Birkenstock designs, and are a perfectly affordable alternative to them.
Sizes available: 6 - 11
Colours available: 4
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 1,500 onwards
Clarks
₹8111
Clarks have been around for a while, and we have good reason to believe that they have the quality footwear that will last you a life time. You'll find everything from fancy heels to shoes here. Their walk sandals, especially the Arwell collection, are quite similar to Birkenstocks. The Clarks version has a similar cushion contouring footbed and is made of soft navy nubuck. They also have a thermoplastic rubber grip that is quite comfortable.
Sizes available: 5 - 12
Colours available: 4
Similar to: Birkenstock Gizeh
LBB Tip: Their Indian website is currently being worked on.
The Cai Store
₹4599
If you're looking for something more bedazzled for special occasions, The Cai store has quite a few options for you. Their slides are made up of PU material with rhinestone diamond embroidery. Their collection features a contour cork footbed for comfort and adjustable straps like Birkenstocks. If you are looking for a festive and simultaneously affordable alternative to the Birkenstock collections, this should be your pick!
Sizes available: EURO 36 - 42
Colours available: 3
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 4,000 onwards
Bata
₹1499
Bata is synonymous with affordable and comfortable footwear options, and they've also come out with a similar design to Birkenstocks. These are made up of PU (Polyurethane), TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber), waxy Leather, and EVA foam, which are similar to the Birkens on an affordable price scale.
Sizes available: 6 - 11
Colours available: 3
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 1,500 onwards
Fizzy Goblet
₹3986
Fizzy Goblet has created its name and worked with the most renowned B-town celebs like Kareena Kapoor Khan, Parineeti Chopra, Sara Ali Khan, Alia Bhatt, and more. They're known for their comfortable jutti, but you'll also spot shoes, mules, and slides that have the iconic two-strap design like Birkenstocks with colourful embroidery that makes them a little more dressy. Mimicking Birkenstock's USP, the fizzy goblet sandals also have a cork sole, elevated with a matte base.
Sizes available: 3 - 9
Colours available: 3
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 1,500 onwards
Shapecrunch
₹9800
Offering you all the support with their custom insoles with inbuilt footbeds, Shapecrunch's sandals are comfort level max. These can also be customised exactly according to the shape of the foot. Oh, and the brand does a splendid iteration of Birkenstock's most popular style, the classic, two adjustable strap style—Arizona. They've also launched a special range to address specific foot problems.
Sizes available: Scan here for your perfect sizing.
Colours available: 3
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 9,000 onwardsCushionaire
₹6780
Cushionaire is the closest alternative to Birkenstock that we have come across. Cork footbed? Check. Similar design? Check. Affordable? Check. The best part? They have a lot more colours and sizes than the Birkenstocks collection. They also have a cushioned suede insole to reduce pressure throughout the day.
Sizes available: 6 - 9
Colours available: 7
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona and Gizeh
Price: INR 6,000 onwards
Truffle Collection
₹2999
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Truffle Collection blends trendy designs with comfort in its collections. Their sandals are made of PU (Polyurethane) and have a similar contour footbed as Birkenstocks. They are affordable, easy to slip on, and also come in other varieties with varying amounts of heel height.
Sizes available: 5 - 10
Colours available: 5
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 3,000 onwards
Mozafia
₹2499
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Mozafia's sandals, similar to Birkenstock, have a contour footbed. They are made of PU leather and have an EVA sole. They provide variety in colours and sizes and are an affordable choice, if you are looking to sport some comfy sandals with all of the Birken goodness, minus the hefty amount!
Sizes available: 4 - 9
Colours available: 6
Similar to: Birkenstock Gizeh
Price: INR 2,500 onwards
Glam Street
₹3490
Your search for the perfect festive cork leather sandals ends with Glam Street. Their sandals have an added bling, alongside sharing a similar cork footbed and leather sole. They come with denim straps and have an EVA sole for arch support and shock absorption. Birkenstock with minimal bling? Sign us up!
Sizes available: UK 4 - 9
Colours available: 5
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 1,500 onwards
Vellinto
₹847
An underrated product line of Birkenstock is their clogs and mules. With a suede footbed, they have an EVA sole and a buckle. The closest clogs we could find to this variety are from Vellinto. Their clogs have an anti-skid sole made of Thermoplastic rubber and are crafted from PVC, have a contouring footbed, and a suede lining for maximum arch support and grip.
Sizes available: One size
Colours available: 4
Similar to: Birkenstock Boston
Price: INR 800 onwards
Honorary Mentions
Crocs
While they may not be a direct match in terms of material, Crocs and Birkenstock are super similar when it comes to design. With wide straps, padded footbeds, and slides that are waterproof and washable, Crocs' whole collection of slides and sandals is a decent replacement for Birkenstocks. They also have funky colours and prints (we don't have to tell you that), and are so comfy, you'll want to wear them to work every day!
Sizes available: 2 - 8
Colours available: 2 - 6 (depending on model)
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 3,000 onwards
Pro Tip: We have scouted the best Crocs alternatives, too! Check them out.
Skechers
₹2799
Skechers Foamies are the official ambassadors for the 'walking on a cloud' feeling. Their Cali Breeze and Cali Surf products come super close to mimicking the OG Birkenstock Arizona. The Skechers version is made of luxe foam and has a sculpted and contoured comfort footbed for the perfect fit. They have similar straps and buckles, like their Birkenstock counterpart. They are also waterproof, so you can splash around in the puddles as well as chill by the beach in these comfy babies!
Sizes available: 3 - 7
Colours available: 2
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 900 onwards
Carlton London
₹1699
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Whether it's the Gizeh, Arizona, Milano, or Cairo, Carlton London seems to have done a fairly good job of making similar styles. They have options for men and women with T-straps, velcro fastening to suit your foot shape and size, sling-back options, and double and single strap sandals too. While Carlton London does not take after Birkenstock's iconic cork footbed contouring, they do look similar in style and aesthetics and are available at a more affordable price point than the latter.
Sizes available: 6 - 10
Colours available: 4
Similar to: Birkenstock Arizona
Price: INR 1,500 onwards
