I made the mistake of going to the beach without these slippers. Rocks and shells pressed on my legs. I put them on next time and didn't notice it at all. These pool shoes fit well and don't bother me at all while swimming. They help navigate the slippery surface of the pool at the YMCA, where I've been known to pour water barefoot. I find them easy to put on and take off and clean with hose spray. I