Best Shoes For Women Over 50 | Ecco Soft 7 (Wear-tested 2025)

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Shop Ecco Soft 7 amzn.to/3vYBKXI. Or view my complete top ten here: www.trustyshoeguides.com/product-category/shoes-for/best-shoes-for-women-over-50/

[@MonaMilne-es8hw]

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[@suggiesshoes4946]

Is the insole removable to accommodate custom orthotics?

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Yes, the insole of the ECCO Soft 7 is removable, making it easy to replace with custom orthotics if needed for even greater comfort.

[@gerda_asgeirs]

Yes the insoles are removable, however I find these to be too supportive to work well with orthotics: The footbed of the Ecco Soft is built up to fit the natural curve of a feet, the arch support is in the footbed of the shoe itself and not in the removable insole, once I add orthotics the arches become too high for the shoe to be comfortable. I’m on my third pair of Ecco soft and with all three pairs I’ve broken the shoes in without orthotics in them, then with the first two pairs I added in well worn non custom orthotics, the arches were still slightly too high, but I preferred it too the alternitive. The heels on the Eccos are also quite built up which makes them a little too stiff with orthotics and they wear out quicker because of it. With my third pair I took the custom orthotics out after two days and I’ve forgotten to wear them since. These are however fantastic for anyone that needs a little extra support without needing full on orthotics.

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@@gerda_asgeirs Thank you, friend. I completely understand your point. A lot of support is built into the outsole, so you are probably right. I appreciate your point and welcome you to my community.

[@MarySuePapale-qt7lk]

Is the ECCO Soft 7 lightweight?

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It's not heavy - it weights 1.2 pounds per pair which is an average for a shoe. So, weight isn’t an issue-you’ll get the comfort and support you need without feeling weighed down.

[@terrirojas]

To be honest, nothing is what it used to be. All quality has taken a hit, despite the extra cost. It's why it's so hard to find good anything these days, especially shoes. I feel like in the last few years, everything is good enough or a complete miss. Maybe it's just what happens at 49 and +20lbs? 😜 Worse, you spend over $100 on shoes (runners) and then need $80 inserts. My husband goes through the same thing.

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Thanks for your reply. Yes, quality has shifted across the board. It is hard to tell from looking at a shoe how it will wear over time. Good materials make a big difference. And it’s also not just you or the age or weight change, as we get older, our feet often need more support (there is a decline in natural cushioning), and that’s a huge factor in finding a comfortable fit. Shoes that were “good enough” when we were younger just don’t cut it anymore when it comes to comfort or longevity. The good news is that there are still some quality options out there if you dig a little, especially with brands that focus on design for foot health.

[@Maldemer896]

The sizing is not appropriate. Ecco European 9-9.5 is too small for size 9, and 10-10.5 is too big.

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Sorry, you could not find your size. I wish Ecco would offer half sizes. It could make such a big difference for people who fall in between sizes. I wear the size 40, and I am a 9.5. It feels great, but there are so many variations in foot types, so I understand. I appreciate your input. I do have another idea for you. Have you tried the Vionic's leather sneakers? I like this shoe too - I am reviewing this shoe soon. Take a look amzn.to/3SFRMic