Vivobarefoot Geo Court | $135 (after coupon) | Leather | Free Returns
The Vivobarefoot Geo Court is a smart barefoot leather sneaker for everyday wear. They are one of the best-looking barefoot shoes Vivobarefoot has produced and check all the boxes: Minimal, Stylish, Functional, and Durable. Read on for my full review of the Vivobarefoot Geo Court.
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Geo Court Review
Sneakers have really taken over the fashion scene in the last few years, which is just too good for those of us who want to be comfortable all the time. I love the little edge a sneaker can give, and I love that they’re easy to wear for an entire day. But even though most sneakers are far better for your feet than a pair of heels, I still can’t comfortably wear most sneakers without my toes getting pinched. That’s where barefoot shoes come in.
Vivobarefoot’s flat and flexible shoes are good to my feet, and with the release of the new Geo Court they’re good for my style too. The Vivobarefoot Geo Court is the PERFECT leather sneaker. They’re that exact blend of sporty and simple that makes it possible to pair them with everything, but without compromising on foot health.
The Vivobarefoot Geo Court is a simple tennis shoe for men and women. With a sleek design and subtle detailing, the Geo Court is an every day shoe that Vivobarefoot releases in different colors and materials seasonally (vegan options available during the summer).
Geo Court Sizing
I got a size 37 (US size 7) in these and they are just the right fit. I wear a 37 in all my Vivobarefoot shoes, and they’re comfortably wide with about a thumbs width of space in front. 36-37 (sometimes 38) is my normal size, and Vivobarefoot is known for running a little bit small. So if you’re in between, I’d size up. The US website shows US sizes, but European sizes are what’s printed on the shoes. So I recommend checking out their size chart to be sure.
These fit low volume feet, but you can remove the insole for a little more space. Most Vivobarefoot shoes fit an Egyptian shaped foot, with a slanted toe box. You can learn more about what that means in this post.
Barefoot Qualities
Vivobarefoot shoes are all completely flat, thin, flexible, and with a wide toe box. The width of the Court sneaker is consistent with the other Vivobarefoot shoes I’ve tried recently (see my other reviews here) which is just right for my wide feet, but I need to wear them without socks to have enough space. Vivobarefoot shoes are medium width, do most of their styles are not suitable for extra wide feet (their Made in Ethiopia range is one exception).
The stack height is 3mm thick without the insole, and about 5mm with it, so they are very thin.
These sneakers have been updated in 2021 to be softer and not so close around the ankle, which is great news. When I first got these in 2020 they rubbed my ankle bone for a while until they broke in. In general, Vivobarefoot shoes do require some breaking in, but they last a really long time.
Materials
The shoe uppers are made of leather, which makes them so easy to keep bright and clean. Most of the time all you need to do is wipe them down and if they get scuffed you can use a rubber to erase marks. The interior is partially lined with leather and partially fabric.
The removable insole is made from algea and helps get air circulating around your foot, which can help with sweating. I like the feeling of it and can tell my feet stay cool while wearing them, but I still got sweaty in these shoes after a while. I think you’d have to wear socks to eliminate that completely. These no-show toe socks would go well with these!
Vivo developed a new sole for these shoes that is extra grippy. In comparison to their everyday soles, I can definitely tell the difference. You can use them on the tennis court, but I haven’t heard from many people who have actually done it.
Style
My feeling is that you really can wear the Geo Court with almost anything. Of course, you’re not going to step into a boardroom meeting in white sneaks. But thanks to current fashion trends, this type of shoe can look very put together.
The lacing and stitching do a great job of disguising the width of the toe box and they look like a stylish shoe by any standard. The subtle sheen of the leather gives them a little class, but they’re simple enough to work for just about any style, whether feminine or masculine.
I like the new branding they’ve been using on the tongue of their shoes, and can even get behind the V on the sides. I think they’re going for an Adidas or Nike style where the brand symbol becomes a fashion statement in itself. It’s subtle enough that it doesn’t interfere with the versatility of the shoe, and I like it. Wouldn’t it be cool if a barefoot brand got so big it’s symbol was recognizable to the masses?
I like the new branding they’ve been using on the tongue of their shoes, and can even get behind the V on the sides. I think they’re going for an Adidas or Nike style where the brand symbol becomes a fashion statement in itself. It’s subtle enough that it doesn’t interfere with the versatility of the shoe, and I like it. Wouldn’t it be cool if a barefoot brand got so big it’s symbol was recognizable to the masses?
The Geo Court in Action
Check out the how the geo court moves and looks in real life in this video.
Conclusion
I have to say, this is my favorite adult Vivobarefoot shoe by a long shot (2nd being the Gobi Hi Top). The cost of these is in keeping with other major barefoot brands, and you can get 10% off with my code VIVO20ANYA for 20% off. Since Vivobarefoot has worn so well for our family I expect them to last forever, and with such a classic design, they’ll be in style forever too. So if you want one sneaker that can do it all for you, the Vivobarefoot Geo Court is it.
What are your thoughts on the new Court sneaker?
58 thoughts on “Vivobarefoot Geo Court Review – The Perfect Leather Sneaker”
anya:
thank you for review and coupon. i just ordered a pair with the coupon. yay!
–wil
Have you tried the Primus Lite III? I wonder if the fit would be about the same..
I haven’t tried them, but I would guess they would fit roughly the same.
Thank you for your review! Very informative. I just purchased the Geo Court II and used your discount code.
Thank you!
Just found your site and I’ve learned so much about shoes and why I might have foot pair. It all makes so much sense. Thank you!
I just got my Geo courts and they are the perfect white sneaker. My one beef – cheap laces and lace holes that are too narrow, making it almost impossible to tighten or loosen the shoe without a lot of tugging and pulling. Had anyone else experienced this? Just disappointing for an expensive shoe. Love the anyway!
Hm, that’s interesting. Either it’s a feature of the new design (they made a few small tweaks to the 2021 version) or it’s a problem that goes away and I don’t remember. I hope that as the leather and the laces soften with wear it becomes easier!
I heard these uppers are very stiff, is this still the case? I think I’d rather get the Geo Racer II then perhaps?
Yes, it is still the case. The Geo Racer is significantly softer and more breathable. But, if you take the time to break in the Courts they will soften up a little bit.
Thanks for the quick reply, I wonder if the Geo Racer II would be suited for all seasons though, maybe with a thicker sock! It seems like every shoe is a tradeoff.
The Geo Racers wouldn’t be very warm in cold weather, and it definitely doesn’t keep moisture out. But you could probably get away with it to some extent with a thick sock.
They look really interesting but I think they are discontinued. I get an error 404 when I try to find them.
You’re right, they’re not on the website. My guess is they’re just out of stock at the moment and will become available again in the spring – Vivobarefoot does that often.
Hi! Thanks for the review. Were those still very new in the review images, or do you do some magic to tame creasing in the toe area? I have some of these shoes and they are quickly developing a very strong crease where my toes bend. I know that’s normal, just curious if you have tips / use paper or a foot tree etc.
Yes, they were still pretty new in these photos. Today they have some pretty good creases in the toe box. I don’t do anything special for it, it doesn’t really bother me. But a shoe tree is a great idea if you don’t want creases (we use them in Justin’s Carets).
Hey! I was hoping you could point me in the direction of finding out the difference in width between the womens geo court and the mens? I just picked up a pair of the womens and I think they are a smidge to narrow. Also how do I know what classifies as a wide foot? Is there a certain measurement ?
The Courts take a little breaking in, so if it’s really just a little snug then you might just need to wear them for a while. But if they feel too narrow, the men’s are a good option. I don’t know exactly how much wider, but it’s not a massive amount. And they look completely the same otherwise. There is no exact definition of a wide foot, so it takes a little bit of trial and error at the beginning.
Do you prefer the Vivo geo court or be Lenka prime?!
Vivo Court – It broke in really well for me and still is a favorite all these years later (this review was originally written 3 years ago). I feel like the Court just has more of the style I was looking for.
Hi. I’m very interested in this shoe, but I hesitate because my feet are very picky. I’m in the US and I’m guessing it is very expensive to ship them back if they don’t work for me. Also, their Terms and Conditions state that once the shoes leave their warehouse, all shipping issues are on the customer. Ugh. Comments, please?
Is there a way to buy Vivos in the US? I see that some styles are on Amazon, but not what I want and they are much more expensive. Thank you very much for your help.
Hey Marie, Vivo has a no questions asked 100 day free return policy. So that means it wouldn’t cost anything to return them. They do ship from Europe and can take a little while to get through customs, but if you’re in the US you don’t have to worry about additional duties or fees.
There are no US retailers of the Geo Court, we’ll be adding some Vivo styles to Anya’s Shop this year but probably won’t add the court (at first at least).
Thanks, Anya! I see now, as I search on their site, they offer free returns to the US. I saw the 100 day, but did not know they pay shipping.