They seem to be light, well made and sturdy, but we were not happy with this purchase. My biggest disappointment was that the straps have to be re-velcro'd every time you take them off and put them on, and the back strap is limited by the pad, as mentioned in another review. My [adult] Reefs had a handy clip that made this unnecessary. Also, my child likes to run, and running + these sandals = falling down. I know they're not running shoes, but you know if you have an active little one, running is part of the equation.