HOBIBEAR.COM Reviews 

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

1.9

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Looking at 300 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. People frequently encounter major issues with incorrect sizing, noting that the footwear often runs much smaller or larger than indicated on the size chart. Consumers also noted severe difficulties with the return process, describing complicated requirements, expensive shipping costs, and refusals to issue proper refunds. Though some experienced issues, many customers were happy with the comfortable fit and daily usability of the products. Reviewers mentioned that certain pairs work wonderfully for long shifts, providing great support and lasting satisfaction for regular wearers. Other people noted that they enjoy purchasing multiple pairs in different colors because of the attractive design and reliable daily performance.

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Product

Reviewers mention ambiguous feedback about product performance, as some consumers praise the stylish design,... See more

Return policy

Reviewers highlight negative aspects of return policy, expressing frustration over expensive shipping costs... See more

Quality

Customers had ambiguous experiences with quality, as many reviewers praised comfortable designs, beautiful... See more

Order

Clients share negative opinions on order due to severe communication breakdown, delayed shipping, and... See more

Refund

Users describe negative interactions with refund requests, highlighting that consumers face great difficulty... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

With a .co.uk web address, and having been heavily advertised this on social media, I chose to purchase a pair of school shoes as it looked like a reputable UK based company. It's not clear in the... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Thought I'd try Hobibear Sorrel shoes because I liked the look of them, however I don't rate them as compared to another brand I bought. The heel area is too low and my foot kept slipping out but... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I bought two pairs. The beige pair I love and find them very comfortable. The second pair in black, when I put the first shoe on, the metal ball that holds the lace fell off. I told the company and th... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I've bought hobibear shoes from other sources and found the shoe a good fit and very comfortable. Then I bought a pair direct from hobibear - and what a horrible experience it was!! I bought... See more

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  1. Shoe Factory

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With 20 years of experience in shoemaking, Hobibear focuses on footwear design and development with a sustainable philosophy and a focus on foot health!


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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I ordered two pairs of trainers

I ordered two pairs of trainers , both the same size however one pair didn’t fit as well as the other , on trying to return them I was met with a number of excuses for the company not to return them including try and sell them to a friend , I am very disappointed in the after service and would not buy nor recommend using them again

24 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Chemical shoes

Bought a pair of their boots after being advertised HEAVILY, they looked good quality but had no idea they’d be coming from china 🙄 if I wanted cheap Temu **** I would’ve avoided this company completely.
I got the parcel today after 2 weeks. They came loose in a plastic bag. Opening the bag I was hit with the most intoxicating chemical smell. It was DISGUSTING!! I could taste it, it was that pungent!!
I’ve left them outside as the smell was so damn strong. I paid £60 when these boots looked to be worth no more than maybe £20-30.
Emailed them but no response…avoid at all costs!

31 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible Customer Service

Terrible Customer Service – Avoid This Company!

One of the worst online shopping experiences I have ever had!

I received shoes in the wrong size, and trying to return them has been an absolute nightmare. Endless emails, generic responses and completely unhelpful customer service.

Despite repeatedly requesting a FULL REFUND, they continued offering exchanges and ignoring my requests.

I returned the shoes at my own expense, yet even after delivery, they continued sending messages telling me to wait for their arrival.

The lack of professionalism and customer care is shocking. A simple return has turned into an unnecessarily stressful and frustrating experience.

I will NEVER buy from HOBIBEAR again and strongly recommend others think twice before ordering. Save yourself the hassle and shop elsewhere!

One star is too generous!

31 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID - appalling returns experience

They will try to wriggle out of returns, offering discounts and suggestions to keep and sell any shoes you don't want. Keep on at them. It took 5 days of daily emails, a reminder of my consumer rights, and a threat to take it up with my bank, before they finally sent the UK return address.

The address is:
Warehouse Name: UKTW Warehouse
Attn: Online Seller RMA
Address: Online Seller RMA Unit 5, St Modwen Park, Signet Way TAMWORTH B78 2FG UK

Useful paragraph to put in your email:

As I am notifying you of my cancellation within 14 days of receiving the goods, I am exercising my right to cancel under the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013. Please do not delay or obstruct my return by withholding the information necessary to send the goods back.

30 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I love the style of Hobibear shoes but...

I love the style of Hobibear shoes. I ordered a pair and got them about 10 days later. I knew when I opened the package and looked at them they would be too big. I ordered a size 37 (all of my shoes are size 37 or 6.5). These shoes were marked a size 37 yet they were a whole size too big and measured larger than my other shoes. I put in for a refund and was offered a 30% refund and I could keep the shoes and sell them! I just wanted to exchange for a pair that for me but a size 37 is the smallest size they have for this shoe. I knew something wasn't right so I ordered another pair of size 37. I got them 2 days ago and THEY FIT! So the first pair had been marked with the wrong size. I love the shoes and I'll remain a customer and I'll buy more shoes BUT the sad part is that it cost me $21 to return the first pair plus the original ship to me cost.
⭐ for their return policy
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ for their shoes

25 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

boots for my child that never came

Found boots for my child’s performance, and after two weeks found out they never sent them because they SOLD OUT! The company did not notify, did not urge me to pick another with my credit, did not offer a discount for the issue and their lack of communication. This is a shitty company with a good product they didn’t create—Shopify—anyone can run a business BS
Risk your time and money, I won’t again. My nine year old is upset and learning she can’t count on shit

7 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Hobibear scammed me 89 USD. Stay away please

This company is pure scam. I've bought a pair of shoes and I followed their size measurement. but when it arrives (from China in 25days) it was toooo big. not the right size I ordered. and when I asked to return it and get another smaller one they simply refuse with their kind chatGPT msg. I told them that I can pay the return shipping (on me) and just replace it with another smaller one and they refuse too. it's the first time I got scamed on internet and that was from Hobibear. lol hhh. so to the internet people: PLEASE DONT ORDER FROM HOBIBEAR THEY WILL SCAM YOU. THIER CUSTOMER SERVICE IS TERRIBLE
you can find better legit store

25 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Hobibear did not accept a return…

Hobibear did not accept a return request for shoes that were too big, they told me to instead keep the shoes and give them to a friend or sell them and that they would give me store credit at 15% of the price of the shoes i had bought. They never provided me with a returns form or return address and explained shipping costs were expensive so recommended I keep them. I contested this and also raised a dispute through Klarna but got nowhere and ended up being £100 out of pocket. The website said .co.uk so hadn't realised they were based in China, I should have done my research. The two par of shoes I ordered were also uncomfortable not just due to sizing issues but the inside of the shoes were very poor quality and would not have been nice to wear

21 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They stole from me

They stole from me! They took my money. They confirmed my order on Sept 28 then did not deliver my product and do not respond to any emails or through contact page on website. No tracking ever came up. Just email saying order confirmed and then silence. That is theft! Do not order from them!

28 September 2026
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Reply from HOBIBEAR.COM

Hi, we're truly sorry for the frustration and concern this experience has caused. We understand how upsetting it is to have your order confirmed but receive no further shipping updates or responses to your messages.

We'd like to look into this matter and help resolve it. We've sent you a request through Trustpilot for your order information so we can identify your order and investigate what happened.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and hope to have the opportunity to make things right.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I'm dumbfounded as to why I need to…

I'm dumbfounded as to why I need to return my shoes for a half size bigger.. and instead of yall emailing me a return label, I have to try and resale the shoes and or pay for the return shipping?! That's the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard! I've ordered from many companies and never had an experience like this. I'm already broke as hell and started a 2nd job.. and have to put out more money on a daggum return label! That's not customer service!! You will not see anymore of my hard earned money. I'm done with yall!

6 October 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from HOBIBEAR.COM

Hi, we're sorry that our return process has left you feeling frustrated and disappointed.

We appreciate you sharing your concerns about our return policy and customer service. This isn't the experience we want our customers to have, and we're sorry that we've fallen short of your expectations.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take your feedback seriously and will share it with the relevant team for review.

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