Head-to-Head
Tikki Shoes vs Vivobarefoot Kids
Two barefoot brands compared on specs, scores, and use case. Here's which one we'd buy and why.
Spain
Tikki Shoes
Spanish kids-first barefoot maker. Our daughter's most-worn brand.
Ground feel8.0
Toe-box width9.0
Durability8.0
Style8.0
Value8.0
Overall8.0
UK
Vivobarefoot Kids
Vivobarefoot's kids' line — the most technical kids' barefoot range.
Ground feel9.0
Toe-box width9.0
Durability7.0
Style8.0
Value6.0
Overall7.8
Specs
| Tikki Shoes | Vivobarefoot Kids | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | UK |
| Category | barefoot | barefoot |
| Drop | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Toe box | wide | wide |
| Price tier | $$ | $$$ |
| Family-tested | Yes | Yes |
Winner by category
| Ground feel | Vivobarefoot Kids |
| Toe-box width | Tie |
| Durability | Tikki Shoes |
| Style | Tie |
| Value | Tikki Shoes |
| Overall | Tikki Shoes |
Which should you buy?
Buy Tikki Shoes if: Toddler and kid feet that need real room.
Buy Vivobarefoot Kids if: Older kids in barefoot full-time.
Our take
Tikki Shoes edges out overall (8.0 vs 7.8), mostly on the categories above. Vivobarefoot Kids still wins where it matters for the right buyer — see "buy Vivobarefoot Kids if" above.
Where to buy
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Where to buy
Shop Vivobarefoot Kids →Affiliate link. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. See our disclosure.