I definitely prefer the original version over this one. These seem a little more narrow than the regular ones and the knotted part is a little tight around my foot and digs in. It's okay for a couple of hours but not great for all day wear like my old, regular ones. These even bruise the top of my foot after wearing them all day; sandles shouldn't do that. I buy this brand because they are so comfortable and it's the only style flip flop I wear. I will definitely go back to the original, more comfortable style.