Our verdict

93
Superb!

The original Wendy's has been improved in terms of comfort and support with the Hey Dude Wendy Rise's extra cushion and height. As the favorite go-to pair for many women, this sneaker gets compliments from onlookers and takes wearers to places without worrying about foot aches.

Pros

  • Extraordinary comfort
  • Great quality
  • Lightweight
  • Gives extra height
  • Good support
  • Easy on and off
  • Has arch support
  • Great for long-hour use
  • Affordable

Cons

  • No half sizes
  • Heel slips for some

Who should buy the Hey Dude Wendy Rise

Skechers Ultra Flex - Harmonious:

  • Heel slips for slip-on sneakers Added lift of Hey Dude Wendy Rise
  • prefer sneakers that have a slight platform for added height
  • are into affordable sneakers that are lightweight and have good support, making walking and standing more comfortable and stable

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Who should not buy it

Hey Dude Wendy Rise might cause issues for some because of its tricky fit. If you are into sneakers that hug your foot like a sock, consider trying these alternatives: Has arch support, UGG Sammy, and Skechers Ultra Flex - Harmonious.

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Not available in half-sizes

A very common complaint about this shoe is that it does not come in half sizes. Some half-sized wearers who went a size down find it small while others who went a size up find it way too big. This causes common issues like heel slipping and feet flopping off. Some of their comments are as follows:

  • “very big, my heel slipped out every step”
  • “my feet flip flop in them”
  • “foot slides out when walking because it doesn’t hug your foot”

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For an extra bounce

Hey Dude Wendy Rise collection comes with an extra cushion many sneakerheads loved because gives bounce and improves the comfort of the regular Hey Dude Wendy. One claimed and said, “with a soft, removable cushion there are no aches from my walk.”

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Top 28% most popular sneakers

With the right size plus the extra cushion, people are all crazy about Wendy Rise’s comfort that does not need breaking in. “Comfy factor is insane,” said one of them. Another proud wearer added that it feels like she is “walking on clouds”.

People in different professions also joined the craze of this sneaker. One who is a health worker who works for long hours standing stated that it is “great for standing on feet and walking 8-16 hrs” and another one added saying: “best thing I could put on my feet”.

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Insanely light!

With its 6oz weight and 12.4oz as the average weight of low-top sneakers, the Wendy Rise is absolutely lightweight just like the other Wendy's. Some sneaker fans said in a review how this sneaker feels: “Like walking on air!” and “they feel like you’re walking on a cloud”. Another fan added that it is so light and said, “hardly know I'm wearing shoes at all.”

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very big, my heel slipped out every step

Sneakerheads are impressed with how stylish this Wendy model is. One of them said that “they are made from the cutest material” and another commented: “only difficult part is choosing which cool style to buy!” Pair it with a pair of shorts, jeans, or any pants and you’re good to go.

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Might help with your foot problems

We found that Wendy Rise worked wonders for people who are experiencing foot problems. One wearer who underwent an ankle reconstruction and has been wearing custom orthotics is happy to share that this is the only shoe she has found in 3 years that she can wear “for an extended amount of time” without the orthotics. 

Another one who also had foot surgery highlighted that it “eases the pain from the legs to the feet”. Lastly, one with a broken ankle even forgot her condition after not feeling any “tenderness and soreness” and was able to walk “without a crutch or a crane”.

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Added lift of Hey Dude Wendy Rise

One big change from the regular Wendy’s that has been added to this collection is the extra height of its soles which many sneaker fans praised. Some liked it because it gives them extra height while others mentioned that it gives more comfort and support. Here are some of their claims:

  • "Sun and Ski!"
  • "Has arch support!"

Hey Dude Wendy vs Hey Dude Wendy Rise

Many are in love with the regular Wendy’s because of its amazing comfort and functionality. Some Wendy fans even mentioned that the Wendy Rise has the excellent quality as the regulars but just with a bit more height. Other than the added height, here are some of the differences between the two that we noted from reviews:

  • The material of Wendy Rise is different and thicker but not as flexible as the regulars.
  • Both sneakers do not have half sizes. But one avid fan of Hey Dude sneakers emphasized that the sizing of the Wendy Rise is wider than the regulars. This made her heel slip out with every step.
  • Some noted that Wendy Rise took comfort to a whole new level because of its extra cushion and extra height. A few also claimed that it provides good support while walking or standing for long hours.