Normally when I purchase a pair of shoes they feel comfortable as I am trying them on at the store.  Once I get home and walk around a bit they really start to hurt.  I have a pair of sneakers that still hurt whenever I wear them for more than an hour.  Same size, different brand and a "good name" shoe.  These sneakers, from the time I put them on, went out on errands and took them off several hours later, still felt comfortable.  Love them and would definitely purchase them again. On a side note, I am diabetic and have to be very careful with my feet.