I thought these were going to be soft (crocs-like) bendable shoes but it turns out that they are actually very protective with a hard shell-type exterior.  The non-slip pads on the bottom are a great feature.  Overall, these are a great work shoe with a good price.  The material is going to work well for work because I will be able to clean them easily.  I would, however, recommend getting a gel insole if you are going to be on your feet for long periods of time.