Merrell’s BARE STEPS H2O is the superhero of water shoes — innovative design featuring an extra wide toe box, flexible, barefoot feel, alternative closure for easy on/off, and superior durability and traction. Bring on summer!
- Imported
- Rubber sole
- Shaft measures approximately Ankle from arch
- Extra wide toe box and an outsole with rounded edges follow the natural shape of a child’s foot to allow for proper foot development.Multi-directional grooves for ultimate flexibility&barefoot feel.Alternative closure for easy on/off adjustability
- Premium, unlined soft uppers for comfort Made with recycled materials M Select GRIP rubber outsole for durability and improved traction





















KSand –
I found out about these shoes when looking for Stride Rite water shoes, because that brand was what my son’s pediatrician suggested for his wide feet so he wears SR tennis shoes in a 6.5W. As the weather in AZ has started warming up my son has wanted to start play with his water table and hose on the patio, and though his tennis shoes are supposed to be washable I didn’t want his shoes and socks getting soaked nor do I want him barefoot and slipping. So I purchased a 6.5W because knowing he may quickly outgrow these because water shoes being too big seems like a safety concern. Anyways, they fit, there is some but not excessive room in the toe area and the shoe is wide, has a nice Velcro grip and cute style. The reason I am disappointed, however is the seam around the ankle rubbed and scraped the back of his heels, painfully. I considered keeping them and putting bandages on his heels or having him wear socks, but he had no part in the bandages and one of the reasons for buying water shoes was not to have wet socks. So I am returning. My other problem with these shoes is the insole removed very easily but it doesn’t seem like they are removable just the adhesive to keep them in the shoe is weak and wore off after getting the shoe wet. I still need water shoes for my wide foot child so I am very disappointed that these won’t work for us. I should have taken note of the other review that mentioned the shoes also scraped their child’s heels.
Nick Lachance –
Fit great on my 2 year old other than some redness on the back of his ankles.
Genevieve –
My kid loves these shoes! He loves that he can put them on himself and that he can wear them without socks. He wears them everywhere including school, playground, beach, and pool. I cannot say enough about these shoes! So far he has worn them almost daily for two months and aside from being a little dirty they still look brand new. The soles have great traction for running and climbing and they are well ventilated and do not smell at all. I would 100% buy them again (and I might, as soon as he out grows this pair!)
KylieG –
Have my toddler heel blisters at first, but after some break in time with band-aides, they’re fine. We wear them in puddles, in the pool, climbing over rocks, and for everyday use.
Nilufer Kircicegi –
My sons love them!! Perfect shoes for kids who love to enjoy paying with Water.
Honey Silva –
They fit a lil bit big but they are a well structured comfy shoe that my son wears often.
Shana Rosenbaum –
We loved these so much we bought them in several sizes. They fit my toddler’s chubby feet perfectly. They were great all summer for the pool, spray parks and hot days. They also wash well.
Mary –
Much larger than expected. We bought it for a last minute trip and couldn’t use it. It’s still a nice shoe so we’ll save it for next year. Fix your sizes!