This shoe is extremely well made and very comfortable.  I have plantar fasciitis and am able to wear these without pain.  They were great from the moment I put them on.  You can also lift the inner sole right out and insert another sole underneath if you want to make it cushier or snugger.  However you certainly do not need to do that.  Renova professional and Dansko (ainsley or harlow style) shoes are my favorite shoes for aching feet.