If you have a baby like mine who is constantly taking off her shoes and refusing to put anything on, it's worth it. We spent 3 hours outside and she literally didn't even try to take them off. She wore them all the time and smiled pointing at her legs and even ran around laughing while doing zumi in them. I don't know if it's the design or just comfort, but she really liked them and I liked that I didn't have to worry about her getting her feet on the concrete or slipping in the pool…