I purchased these for my 7 year old son.  He LIVES in sneakers and is very picky about how they feel - especially in the heel and across the top.  I went through several kinds buying and returning before we found these.  They are exactly right.  Low in the heel and good fit across the top.  I have had no issues with the quality so far.  I have been buying stride rite since my kids started scooting. I'm happy with our purchase.  So happy, in fact, that I'm buying the next size up to avoid the trauma of looking for sneakers again.