Have owned Teva sandals for years and was looking at them for the first time, but they don't have padding at the contact points. With one of their products, a lot of effort was put into "upgrading” the heel cushioning. My old Tevas had seals at all contact points. These camel crown sandals are well padded at all contact points. Have worn them a few times and they are very comfortable with good cushioning. Glad you kept looking. I recommend these sandals.