Bought them for myself and also wear them instead of sandals watering plants etc, so bought this pair for my hubby. Due to neuropathy tender feet, the concrete and patio texture are tough for him to walk on. While these do have some texture on the insole and bottom, (which let water flow thru and help prevent slipping) these are comfy and working like a charm.
I ordered a "sock" style water shoe and a less expensive but very similar shoe and they just don't fit as well or stay on as well in water. I will be ordering another pair of these for myself in a darker color. I don't know yet how well these will clean up, or how long they will last.