Daniel D.
Extremely happy with this purchase so far. Waiting on delivery of some toe socks before I can properly benefit from the wide toe box but the fit is spot on and the shoes look and feel great. Rating of “good” rather than “excellent” for quality is solely based on newness. Very hard to make thorough judgement on quality after only having owned the shoes for a short time. Very happy with them to this point and plan to buy some more when other colours are available in my size.
Jane B.
Very good service, excellent shoes.
Kate A.
I've absolutely thrashed my Lems for the past three months. They have become my everything shoe for in the gym, every thing from running on the treadmill (for upto 10km daily) to lifting. I have wide feet and these have done my overall posture amazingly. I couldn't recommend them more
Elizabeth L.
First pair and i love them.
Feet already feeling soooo much better after wearing them.
My toes, feet, legs and hips have had issues for year and i learnt that so much ofnthe issues stemmed from my feet issues. I love walking and i walk a lot and i can feel how much better my walk and body is already feeling using these shoes. I have been using toes spacers for a while now and will continue too along with the foot exercises. Definitely not going back to my old squishy sneakers.
Thank you guys!
Sophie T.
True to size, shipping was efficient. Following advice to ease into wearing them as these are my first set of barefoot shoes but so far finding them comfortable.
Lucy M.
Excellent shoes and quick delivery. I was sceptical about the sizing like others but the advice and tool that estimates by scanning your foot was accurate.
Arby M.
I initially had a half size too big but exchanging was easy and I'd paid for the size return guarantee. The size guide said "stand with the back of your bare foot BARELY touching the wall". Perhaps I took this too literally.
Anyway, I loved the open toe box from the moment I first put them on. So comfortable for everyday wear. I tried them for a 3km jog, mostly on pavement, and didn't particularly like it. Think I'll stick to jogging in shoes with padding for now but I might try again sometime. This won't be the last pair of roomy-toed shoes I buy, that's for sure.
Paul W.
They are really good and even better now. I pulled out the cork insole and put in a Freet 3mm insole and I haven't really taken them off since. Don't just take my word for it, order some and try them on in your lounge. I'll bet that you will forget that they're on and go for a walk, without thinking.
Tyson N.
Great shoe, love the stack height. Provides that extra cushioning for urban wear. Fits true to size and super comfy! Ordering a second pair
Andrew H.
Since getting these a few weeks I haven’t worn anything else! I also have a pair of primal 2 which I struggle with for longer periods. If you’re looking for a little more underfoot but still with a wide toe box these are great!!
zorica m.
They are really great, hopping that will last at least a year.
Nicholas W.
I am very happy with my first pair of barefoot shoes. They are very comfortable and would recommend them to anyone buying their first pair of barefoot shoes.
Zarko P.
Love them, thank you.
Scott W.
These are my first barefoot/wide-toe box shoes and I'm converted! I love them, the quality is good, they're light, they have enough sole that I don't feel every pebble on the path and I'm comfortable all day.
Jonathan D.
Pretty true to size but a tad tighter and shorter than my Primal 2 shoes.
My fave shoes for running on hard surfaces, plus they look more like normal runners so ok for casual wear.
Planning to get a suede pair for the office.
Anton T.
Bit uncomfortable perhaps because it is new? Other than that i am excited to wear this good shoe
Andrew M.
Awesome shoes. Super comfy and great on cement.
Mark L.
Incredibly comfortable and light.
Edward C.
Amazingly comfy and lightweight at the same time as feeling like a well made pair of shoes.
Vinicius A.
Great quality materials, flexible, light, breathable mesh on top and plenty space for my toes. Love at first sight!
Ross B.
These feel great. Best shoes I've worn. I had to order a size up. Considering buying a second pair :)
Wes C.
Love the shoes, much prefer these over the VIVO’s though the sizing was close to a size too small to my normal fitting.
Great shoe and will be getting more in the future.
David E.
First pair of barefoot I've tried and surprised with the comfort. Very happy
Linda B.
I'm usually a US Women's size 10 in joggers or 42 EUR but the foot size guide indicated a whopping 11.5. Woa! Ordered anyway thinking they would be returned as way too big for sure. BUT... they are a perfect fit. Haven't tried them with the Correct Toes as yet.
Wore them in the office the first day to make sure they were a good fit and then the next morning did a two-hour power walk and jog.... fantastic! No blisters, no problems, perfect! Lesson, trust the size guide!
My old ASICS are US 10/42EUR but when I measure them sole to sole with the 11.5 Lems Primal Zen, they are the same length. Go figure!
There are many mysteries in the universe and shoe sizing is up there with the greatest mysteries of all.
Love these shoes. I have a very high arch, high instep and a Morton's Neuroma, so now wish I had taken the jump to wide toe-box barefoot joggers years ago.
BTW: Visually no-one would know they are so different from standard joggers.
I will be purchasing a pair for my 14yo big foot grandson as he has problems with ingrown toenails from narrow toebox shoes.
Love LEMS!
Michael W.
The Primal Zen is really comfortable. I’m usually a size 14us. Based on the foot measurement I was on the cusp between size 14 and 15 and went for the Smaller. My big toe was touching the end so I had to arrange an exchange. Bprimal were really helpful and made the exchange process easy.
Michael S.
Good transition shoe. These are noticeably stiffer than Primal 2's.
Loses 1 star as it's just not as comfortable as my Lems Primal 2's and also not a fan of the cork sole, seems to make my feet sweat.
Rowena s.
Added the extra length as suggested and so purchased a size 11 US instead of the usual 10. Great fit. Very comfortable straight up. I am new to zero drop and barefoot shoes, so was curious about how they would feel. My feet feel better than they have in years and I am inky two weeks in.
Kate B.
Great runners, really comfortable. Definitely follow the photo sizing tool.
Luke C.
These are a very nice shoe. Excellent quality and fit. I'm usually a US9 and these are spot on. Very light and minimal but still strong. Perfect for warmer weather. Only shoe I like to wear without socks.
Krys S.
I find them comfortable with the thicker sole but need to use a shoe horn to put them on because if the sewn in tongue.
Gethin W.
Went half a size up in the end. Super comfy!
Gaelle G.
These Primal Zens are the best minimalist shoes I’ve had in years. I’ve loved primal2 in the past, but these are next level.
Thanks Bprimal!
Natalie J.
Love my new LEMS! Quality made and a perfect fit.
Zara D.
I purchased these shoes as the next step in my transition to minimalist shoes. I originally had a pair of Altra Escalante's for daily wear and gym. Since purchasing the Primal Zen i haven't had any issues with less cushioning. They are comfortable, have a wide toe box and have plenty of adjustment for low volume feet.
The design is very robust and the mesh allows plenty of breathability in the gym or out walking.
Shellee C.
A perfect introduction to barefoot shoes with extra support. Perfect for long days on my feet & walking my dogs. Comfortable & light weight. I just need a pair in white!
Adam M.
First time wearing barefoot shoes and I kept my old supported runners in case I needed a long transition but after only a week, I wont ever go back to conventional running shoes!
Barefoot shoes are life!
Harry Q.
Good shoes. No issues at all. Little pricey for what they are but honestly they are decent.
Colin D.
Great service.
Had to return, due to shoes running a half size too small, but no problems for bprimal.
Stan Cortes
Very nice shoes from the get go. It fits in perfectly. Comfortable and breathable.
Better than I expected!
Michael Torn
These are easily the most comfortable shoe I have ever put on my feet!
Have in a couple of colours and will buy more when they do eventually wear out.
Derek Stirling Kerr
This is my 2nd pair of Lems (have a pair of the waterproof Boulder Boot I wear every day for work). They're both excellent. The Primal Zen is a great, lightweight, breathable shoe. The wider toe space is awesome. Has made such a difference to my feet!
But WARNING: I had to go a full size bigger than what the site measurement profile recommends. That said, bprimal have been awesome with doing the swap over. Great service.
Ms Sarah Tan
First pair I ordered were too small but I was able to return and have the correct size delivered.
The shoes were exactly what I expected, wide foot shaped shoe with a thicker footbed than the other barefoot shoes. Able to run in them quite comfortably compared to Vivo’s. Training in the gym is a joy with these shoes, perfect groundfeel, good traction. Will see how long they last, currently 2 months in.
Sam Whillance
So comfortable. They balance themselves laterally more than the original Primals (which could be good or bad depending on your needs). No blisters.
Sam Whillance
Very comfortable. Better than original Primals. These have a larger loop at the heel, so you can get your whole finger in to pull them on.
Elastic caterpy laces are a great upgrade to this shoe. It should be sold with elastic laces on them.
Wojciech Klepacki
Zen Primal boots are undoubtedly the best pair I had in my entire life. And the service is second to none.
Ulrike Moran
Having bought Lems Chukka, which is my most comfortable shoe and hard to take off, I bought the Primal Zen for work. Again a very comfortable and breathable shoe, great for work, where I am on my feet all day.
Craig
I recently bought a pair of Lems Primal Zen shoes. They are hands down the most comfortable pair of shoes I've worn to date. It's like freeballing for your toes ;-)
Initially I was told there would be an up to 3 week wait for delivery, however they came within a week. I couldn't be happier and look forward to purchasing more Lems shoes in the future.
Cheers
Christopher Rowell
So good, got these as my first pair of barefoot shoes. Stopped wearing 'normal' shoes immediately. Been pretty rough with them and seem to be holding up well
Elliot
Very comfortable and great looking foot shaped shoe. Highly recommend!
Mike McGuire
I got the Woodbine first and they were so good I got the Asphalt ones. What more can I say !!!
Tim Bransdon
As a long time wearer of the Lems Primal 2, and having recommended them to many clients from my podiatry practice over the years, I was excited to test the Primal Zen. The Primal Zen fit and felt the same as the Primal 2, which is how it has been advertised. I have already recommended the Zen to clients who will benefit from a bit more rubber under their feet for high volume walking compared with the Primal 2.
Mike Palmer
Amazing! Best shoes I own! "Zen" is an appropriate description for my experience. They're super wide, perhaps not quite as wide as the primal 2, which I also own, but wide enough still for my super-wode feet. The sole is stable - doesn't taper thinner left and right as does the primal 2. If there were some more colour options I'd buy another pair. I've also found the extra wide version Whtin shoes great, but there are a few aspects that aren't quite perfect whereas these get my highest rating across every aspect like traction, feet don't slide around, I like having some tread, plus to me they look better.
Melissa Will
I have bought these for travel around Europe. They were used for all my adventures and everyday wear. They were extremely comfortable, I have finally found my perfect shoe. They are my everyday shoe, from workout to walking. Thank you Less for making the Primal Zens!!!! They are the best.
Peter Banicevic
I have worn Lems for years, I still think the Primal ones are best, I like the Zen primal, same Lems quality, zero drop, good build but should be priced lower, not worth the extra IMO, still good!
Des Winch
This is my second pair of Lems and like the first pair, they are comfortable straight out of the box. Plenty of room in the toebox and a nice shape to the cork inner sole.
Nathan
Wide toe box, snug fit in the middle not too much padding. They feel like I am wearing slippers.
Melissa Will
I am traveling right through Europe, climbing, walking, riding the works. These shoes are the best ever, so comfortable I didn’t even have to break them in.
Mikey Lam
Thank you so much for all your helpful tips from everyone I’ve chatted to at the BPrimal team, especially to Faye for your recommendation to exchange the Lems Primal Pursuit ( which I find a bit too narrow) for the Primal Zen. Out of all the Lems shoes I have owned, the Zen are now easily my favourite. I have quite wide feet(+ arthritis) and these Zen with its slightly wider toe boxes just fit even better than the Primal2 ( my second favourite), my feet feel so comfortable in them. Also, last but not least, the extra cushioning really does make long distance walking on the pavement that much more enjoyable, although I do think another 2mm or so of cushioning would have been perfect. Anyhow, I did buy a pair of Scholl Everyday insoles to test out but these are not even as comfortable as the original Lems insoles, stacking them up did not feel good at all. Anyway, for now I’ve been very very happy with them, can’t wait for you to bring in the White Sand colours Zens or maybe even yellow ones .
