Yes it's true! These shoes are just as uncomfortable as they look. Plus to top it all they are someones creative idea of bringing the Flinstones to the twentith centery and it didn't work. Now on a positive note they are great when washing the car if you don't mind the (Prune Feet). But if you are really looking for comfort and fashion these are NOT the shoes for you... Leave them be, on the shelf (they make great shelf fillers).