Parents who have younger children around toddler age will understand the importance of having non-slip pool shoes. These work really well around pools and on beaches. They are good on most beaches including those with pebbles.
On rougher terrains or rocks, these are not recommended as they have no ankle support and the soles are just too thin to deal with sharper rock structures.
There are lots of pool shoes around and they come in a range of UK sizes from 1/2 to 13.5 UK child.
What are good non-slip pool shoes made from?
The outer part of the shoe is almost always a manmade (synthetic) material that is designed to be fast drying. They are suitable for both boys and girls.
The soles will almost always be made of rubber which makes them non slip, and they will have slightly different patterns on the sole. Many of the better ones will have an inner latex pad that gives a little shock absorption and also make them comfortable and not scratchy on sensitive feet.
Most of them have a heel height of 0.5 cms. They are a pull on and off for speed, but not easy to kick off.
There is no doubt that the designs are similar and what makes them different is the patterns or designs on the actual shoe. There is also usually a wide variety of colours available.
They are safe for walking around on either wet tiles or wet stone floors.
A typical cost for a pair of kid's non-slip pool shoes is around £12-15.
HMYA Beach Shoes Kids
Sizes available from 1/2 to 13.5 UK child.
31 different designs and colours
Suitable for the beach and the pool
The upper is made of a high stretch fast drying material
Rubber sole
64% of buyers give a 5 star review
4% of buyers give a bad review
Check Amazon UK for Availability - Average UK Price £13 - 86% buyer satisfaction based on 2,500+ online buyer reviews
Ice Unicorn Water Shoes Kids
Sizes available from 1/2 to 13.5 UK child.
19 different designs and colours
Suitable for the beach and the pool
The upper is made polyester spandex with good breathability and quick drying and a textile interior
Rubber sole
66% of buyers give a 5 star review
6% of buyers give a bad review
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Mabove Kids Water Shoes
Sizes available from 1/2 to 13.5 UK Child.
20 different designs and colours
Suitable for the beach and the pool
The upper is made of polyester and spandex material with soft material insole
Rubber non-slip sole
68% of buyers give a 5 star review
6% of buyers give a bad review
Check Amazon UK for Availability - Average UK Price £13 - 86% buyer satisfaction based on 2,000+ online buyer reviews
Geweo Kids Water Shoes
Sizes available from 1/2 to 3.5 UK adult.
20 different designs and colours
Suitable for the beach and the pool
The upper is made of a high stretch fast drying material with soft material insole
Thermoplastic elastomer non-slip sole
71% of buyers give a 5 star review
4% of buyers give a bad review
Check Amazon UK for Availability - Average UK Price £5 - 84% buyer satisfaction based on 500+ online buyer reviews
Kyopp Water Shoes Kids
Sizes available from 1/2 to 13.5 UK child.
18 different designs and colours
Suitable for the beach and the pool
The upper is made of a diving material with good breath ability and quick drying
Rubber sole
66% of buyers give a 5 star review
7% of buyers give a bad review
Check Amazon UK for Availability - Average UK Price £6.50 - 84% buyer satisfaction based on 1,700+ online buyer reviews
UK/EU Shoe Size Chart
UK Size (UK Child) | EU Size | Shoe Length (cms) | Suitable for (cms) |
|---|---|---|---|
1.5-2 UK Infant | EU 16-17 | 11.46 | 10.96 |
2.5-3.5 UK Infant | EU 18-19 | 12.19 | 11.69 |
4.5-5.5 UK Toddler | EU 20-21 | 13.00 | 12.50 |
6.5-7.5 UK Toddler | EU 24-25 | 14.81 | 14.31 |
8.5/9.5 UK Toddler | EU 26-27 | 16.00 | 15.50 |
10.5-11 UK Toddler | EU 26-27 | 17.50 | 17.00 |
11.5-12.5 UK Little Kid | EU 28-29 | 18.49 | 17.99 |
13-13.5 UK Little Kid | EU 30-31 | 19.48 | 18.98 |
1.5-2.5 UK Big Kid | EU 32-33 | 21.01 | 20.51 |
2.5-3.5 Big Kid | EU 34-35 | 22.30 | 21.80 |
What are kid's pool shoes suitable for?
Pools - Allows kids and toddlers to run around a pool area without slipping and can also be worn in the pool as they do dry quickly.
Beaches - These allow toddlers and children to play freely and have fun on the beach without worrying about getting hurt from sharp objects when wearing water shoes. They also work pretty well for keeping sand out of their feet.
Water Activities - These are a good choice for most water activities including water parks, swimming, rafting, canoeing, boating, fishing, surfing, beach play, etc
Caring for Pool Shoes
Pool shoes are not suitable for putting in a washing machine or tumble dryer. With the vast majority of these they should be hand washed and left to dry naturally.
