The rating has more to do with the crappy laces Skechers used in these shoes than the shoes themselves.  Such a pain to have to double knot the laces because they simply will not stay tied!  The sneaks are comfy, great for working out at the gym or every day casual wear.  I quite like the shoe but absolutely loath the laces.  Skechers are no cheap price wise, why are they using such cheaply made laces?????