I've never woned clogs before and took reviews into serious consideration. They do make my ankles sore at the end of the day but I've only worn them 2-3 times. Either reviews are correct and each pair is different or my feet are completely different sizes. I did buy a size up, maybe that's why but one fits snug and the other is a little loose. Otherwise, they seem pretty comfortable throughout the day. However, on these the hard plastic piece that keeps the shape at the heel digs into the side of my foot and I have to wear socks.