Greats Royale
$189
6.8
Quality Score
Good
6.8
Value Score
Good
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Community (0 votes)
Not rated
Sub-scores
style
7.8
value
5.8
comfort
7.5
durability
6.8
Analysis based on aggregated reviews from expert sources, Reddit, and YouTube.
Pros
- +Wider toe box — better for wider feet than most minimal sneakers
- +Extra-padded tongue and collar for out-of-box comfort
- +Available at many retailers for easy try-on
Cons
- −Quality significantly declined since Steve Madden acquisition in 2019
- −Italian leather and Margom sole replaced with lesser materials
- −Feels stiff and plasticky compared to pre-acquisition models
- −Price unchanged despite downgraded materials and construction
Best for
Buyers with wider feet who want a comfortable leather sneaker out of the box.
Common complaints
Long-time fans note a quality decline since the Steve Madden acquisition.
Summary
The Greats Royale offers Italian leather and a Margom sole with a wider, more comfortable fit than most competitors. The extra padding makes it comfortable from day one. However, the Steve Madden acquisition has raised concerns about whether quality will hold.
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