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Best Allbirds sneakers for men over 40

Trainer and runner silhouettes lead this catalogue.

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Open a pair for fit, comfort and wear.

Wool RunnerWool RunnerRunnerMen's Wool Runner · SizingTrue to size.$110 · Mid-range

12 of 13 recommend · 1 mixed

From the maker

  • wool upper
  • Logo: subtle

Fit

  • Men's Wool Runner · WidthRegular width.
  • SizingTrue to size.
  • WidthWide fit.
  • Wool Runners · SizingTrue to size.
  • Wool Runners · WidthNarrow fit.

Comfort

  • Men's Wool Runner · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Men's Wool Runner · Comfort · All day walkingUncomfortable for this use.
  • Men's Wool Runner · WeightFeels light.
  • Comfort · Short wearUncomfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.
  • Wool Runners · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • Men's Wool Runner · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Men's Wool RunnerFading.
  • Men's Wool Runner · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Men's Wool RunnerHeel wear.
  • Men's Wool Runner · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Wool Runners · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Wool Runners · Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months of wear.
  • Wool Runners · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • Men's Wool Runner · Grip · ice surfaceA secure grip is reported.
  • Wool Runners · HeatSome reports disagree: hot.
  • Wool Runners · GripA secure grip is reported.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Wool Runner
Tree RunnerTree RunnerRunnerSizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.$100 · Mid-range

15 of 17 recommend · 1 mixed, 1 against

Fit

  • Tree Runner · SizingTrue to size.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.
  • Tree Runner · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Tree Runner · Comfort · Short wearComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Time wornOwners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months of wear.
  • midsoleCompression.
  • Heel wear, a tear in the upper.
  • midsoleStill wearable.
  • ConditionSome pairs remain in use.
  • Tree Runner · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Tree RunnerBroken stitching.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

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Tree DasherTree DasherTrainerSizing · wide feetTrue to size.$135–$140 · Mid-range

17 of 22 recommend · 3 mixed, 2 against

From the maker

  • Logo: subtle

Fit

  • Width · wide feetWide fit.
  • WidthWide fit.
  • Tree Dasher 2 · SizingRuns small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Tree Dasher 2 · WidthNarrow / regular width. Reports differ.
  • Tree Dasher · SizingTrue to size.
  • Tree Dasher · WidthNarrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Comfort · Walking · All dayUncomfortable for this use.
  • WeightFeels light.
  • Tree Dasher 2 · Comfort · An ordinary dayComfortable for this use.
  • Tree Dasher 2 · WeightFeels heavy.
  • Tree Dasher · WeightFeels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

Wear over time

  • AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Tree Dasher 2 · AppearanceKeeps its looks.
  • Tree Dasher · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Tree DasherCreasing.
  • Tree Dasher · Time worn · wet weatherOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Tree Dasher · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.
  • Tree Dasher · Condition · wet weatherSome pairs remain in use.
  • Tree Dasher · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • Tree Dasher 2 · GripOpinions differ on grip.
  • Tree Dasher · Grip · grass surfaceSlipping is reported.
  • Tree Dasher · GripA secure grip is reported.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

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CruiserCruiserCourtCruiser · SizingRuns large.$75–$105 · Budget

6 of 6 recommend

Weather & grip

  • Cruiser · Grip · wet weatherSlipping is reported.
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Tree Runner GoTree Runner GoRunnerMen's Tree Runner Go · InstepTight over the instep.$120 · Mid-range

10 of 12 recommend · 2 against

From the maker

  • Logo: subtle

Fit

  • Men's Tree Runner Go · SizingRuns large / runs small / true to size. Reports differ.
  • Men's Tree Runner Go · WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.

Comfort

  • Men's Tree Runner Go · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Men's Tree Runner Go · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • Men's Tree Runner Go · Weight · TravelFeels light.
  • Men's Tree Runner Go · Weight · without socksFeels light.
  • Men's Tree Runner Go · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • Men's Tree Runner Go · AppearanceSome pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.
  • Men's Tree Runner Go · Time wornOwners describe under 3 months of wear.
  • Men's Tree Runner Go · ConditionSome pairs remain in use.

Weather & grip

  • Men's Tree Runner Go · HeatFeels cool.
  • Men's Tree Runner Go · GripA secure grip is reported.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Tree Runner Go
Tree GliderTree GliderTrainerMen's Tree Glider · SizingTrue to size.$140 · Mid-range

4 of 6 recommend · 1 mixed, 1 against

From the maker

  • Logo: subtle

Fit

  • Men's Tree Glider · WidthNarrow / wide. Reports differ.
  • Toe roomRoomy around the toes.

Comfort

  • Men's Tree Glider · Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.
  • Men's Tree Glider · Comfort · All day walkingComfortable for this use.
  • Men's Tree Glider · WeightFeels light.
  • Tree Gliders · WeightFeels light.

Wear over time

  • Men's Tree Glider · AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.
  • Men's Tree GliderCreasing.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Read about Tree Glider
CourierCourierTrainerMen's Courier · Toe roomSnug around the toes.$98 · Budget

1 of 3 recommend · 2 against

From the maker

  • Logo: noticeable

Fit

  • Men's Courier · WidthNarrow fit.
  • SizingRuns small.

Wear over time

  • Men's Courier · AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.
  • Men's CourierFading.
  • Men's Courier · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.
  • Men's CourierBroken stitching.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Runner NZ Slip OnRunner NZ Slip OnRunnerMen's Runner NZ Slip On · WidthNarrow fit.$105–$137 · Mid-range

0 of 1 recommend · 1 against

From the maker

  • slip on
  • Logo: subtle

Comfort

  • Men's Runner NZ Slip On · Comfort · All dayUncomfortable for this use.
StriderStriderTrainerMen's Strider · Width · wide feetNarrow fit.$127–$130 · Mid-range

3 of 4 recommend · 1 against

From the maker

  • Logo: subtle

Fit

  • Men's Strider · WidthNarrow fit.
  • InstepTight over the instep.

Comfort

  • Comfort · All dayComfortable for this use.

Wear over time

  • Men's StriderFading.
  • Men's Strider · Time wornOwners describe 3–12 months of wear.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

VarsityVarsityTrainerMen's Varsity · Toe roomRoomy around the toes.$120 · Mid-range

From the maker

  • Logo: subtle

Wear over time

  • Men's Varsity · AppearanceStarts looking worn quickly.

Time already worn describes these pairs, not how long a new pair will last.

Maker details describe available versions. Materials and fastening can vary by version.

Beyond the individual pair

What repeats across Allbirds

Strengths and trade-offs that recur in the models here. The version and the way you wear it still matter.

What works well

Comfort through the day

All day

Comfortable for this use.

Reported across Strider, Tree Glider, Tree Runner and other pairs.

Different experience: Runner NZ Slip On. Uncomfortable for this use.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • StriderComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Tree GliderMen's Tree Glider · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Tree RunnerComfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Tree RunnerTree Runner · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Tree Runner GoMen's Tree Runner Go · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Wool RunnerMen's Wool Runner · Comfort · All day

    Comfortable for this use.

  • Runner NZ Slip OnMen's Runner NZ Slip On · Comfort · All day

    Uncomfortable for this use.

How the weight feels

Feels light.

Reported across Tree Dasher, Tree Glider, Tree Gliders and other pairs.

Different experience: Tree Dasher 2. Feels heavy.

Which pairs, and where it differs

What to weigh up

Width

Narrow fit.

Reported across Courier, Runner NZ Slip On, Strider and other pairs.

Different experience: Tree Dasher. Wide fit.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • CourierMen's Courier · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • Runner NZ Slip OnMen's Runner NZ Slip On · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • StriderMen's Strider · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • Wool RunnerWool Runners · Width

    Narrow fit.

  • Tree DasherWidth

    Wide fit.

  • Tree DasherTree Dasher 2 · Width

    Narrow / regular width. Reports differ.

  • Tree DasherTree Dasher · Width

    Narrow / regular width / wide. Reports differ.

  • Tree GliderMen's Tree Glider · Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • Tree Runner GoMen's Tree Runner Go · Width

    Narrow / wide. Reports differ.

  • Wool RunnerMen's Wool Runner · Width

    Regular width.

  • Wool RunnerWidth

    Wide fit.

Over the instep

Tight over the instep.

Reported across Strider, Tree Runner Go.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • StriderInstep

    Tight over the instep.

  • Tree Runner GoMen's Tree Runner Go · Instep

    Tight over the instep.

After the first impression

How Allbirds pairs age

Appearance and wear can tell different stories. Here is what repeats as the pairs get used.

Keeping a tidy appearance

Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

Reported across Tree Dasher, Tree Runner, Tree Runner Go and other pairs.

Different experience: Courier. Starts looking worn quickly.

Which pairs, and where it differs
  • Tree DasherTree Dasher · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Tree RunnerTree Runner · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Tree Runner GoMen's Tree Runner Go · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • Wool RunnerMen's Wool Runner · Appearance

    Some pairs keep their looks; others look worn quickly.

  • CourierMen's Courier · Appearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • Tree DasherAppearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Tree DasherTree Dasher 2 · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Tree GliderMen's Tree Glider · Appearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • Tree RunnerAppearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • VarsityMen's Varsity · Appearance

    Starts looking worn quickly.

  • Wool RunnerAppearance

    Keeps its looks.

  • Wool RunnerWool Runners · Appearance

    Keeps its looks.

Visible wear

Fading.

Reported across Courier, Strider, Wool Runner.

Different experience: Tree Dasher. Creasing.

Which pairs, and where it differs

Wear & damage

Broken stitching.

Reported across Courier, Tree Runner.

Different experience: Tree Runner. Heel wear, a tear in the upper.

Which pairs, and where it differs
Time owners have worn their pairs

Reported time already worn, not an expected lifespan. These periods are not paired with the condition reports above.

  • CourierMen's Courier · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • StriderMen's Strider · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Tree DasherTree Dasher · Time worn · wet weather

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Tree DasherTree Dasher · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months or under 3 months of wear.

  • Tree RunnerTime worn

    Owners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months of wear.

  • Tree Runner GoMen's Tree Runner Go · Time worn

    Owners describe under 3 months of wear.

  • Wool RunnerMen's Wool Runner · Time worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Wool RunnerTime worn

    Owners describe 3–12 months of wear.

  • Wool RunnerWool Runners · Time worn

    Owners describe 2–4 years or 3–12 months of wear.

What it costs

Allbirds prices, model by model

Regular maker prices for 10 of the 10 models in our catalogue run from $75 (Cruiser) to $140 (Tree Dasher).

  1. Cruiser$75–$105
  2. Courier$98
  3. Tree Runner$100
  4. Wool Runner$110
  5. Tree Runner Go$120
  6. Varsity$120
  7. Runner NZ Slip On$105–$136.52
  8. Strider$127.42–$130
  9. Tree Dasher$135–$140
  10. Tree Glider$140

Regular prices from the maker’s US pages. Model pages show the dates; prices may have changed.

See it in use

Watch the Allbirds pairs in use

See the pairs on feet and hear the reviewers’ experiences.

Allbirds: Our Go-To Shoes for Every Occasion

Color Walk Challenge: Allbirds Wool Cruiser Launch

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Allbirds Tree Dashers Review: Are They Worth the Hype?

The wider picture

More about Allbirds

How the brand is received

Brand signals

The evidence behind Allbirds

  • Rating evidence

    Overall review score 7.6/10. 6 of 10 catalogued models rated, each with equal weight; 71 distinct identified authors.

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In the news

What’s new at Allbirds

  1. WWD

    Allbirds’ New IP Owner Reveals First Details About the Brand’s Future in Footwear — Not AI (opens the article in a new tab)

  2. ABC7 Bay Area

    From Allbirds to Smartbird: CEO explains former shoe brand's shift to AI infrastructure company (opens the article in a new tab)

  3. People.com

    We Wore the Most Popular Allbirds Shoes for 1,152 Hours — These Are Our Top 12 (opens the article in a new tab)

  4. Retail Dive

    Why Allbirds is eating crow (opens the article in a new tab)

  5. The Week

    Can Allbirds’ pivot from shoes to AI really work? (opens the article in a new tab)

  6. CBS News

    Allbirds says it's ditching footwear and pivoting to become an AI company (opens the article in a new tab)

  7. Fox Business

    Allbirds drops sneakers, reinvents itself as an AI infrastructure company (opens the article in a new tab)

  8. The Guardian

    Shares in Allbirds surge after maker of wool sneakers announces pivot to AI (opens the article in a new tab)

News about the brand; these stories are not product recommendations.

A reason to look elsewhere

What to compare with Allbirds

Start with the difference that matters to you. These are comparisons between specific pairs, with the same type of silhouette.

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For a lighter feel

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Asics

For more width

CourierMen's Courier · Width
Narrow fit.
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Wide fit.
Brooks

Compare comfort for this use

Walking · All day

Tree DasherComfort · Walking · All day
Uncomfortable for this use.
Adrenaline GTS 24Adrenaline GTS 24 · Comfort · Walking · All day
Comfortable for this use.

Fit and feel describe reported experiences, not a guarantee. Material descriptions cover available versions; maker prices may have changed. The linked pages keep the wider picture.

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How we know this

We bring together owner feedback, written and video reviews, and maker information. The model pages explain fit, comfort and wear; this page brings the brand’s range together.

News links lead to the original articles. How we research →