Bombas Socks Reviews - Are They Worth the Price?

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Bombas

Overall Rating

2.2

113 Customer Reviews

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Summary

Founded in 2013, Bombas is a sock company that crafts their products from high-quality components and gives a pair to the homeless for each one sold.

Pros

  • Variety of sizes, styles, and patterns
  • The company donates one pair of socks for every purchase
  • Comfortable and versatile, according to many customer reviewers

Cons

  • More expensive than many brands
  • May not last long before getting holes
  • Might not fit true to size

Customer Reviews

2.2 Stars out of 113 Reviews
5 Star:15% 4 Star:6% 3 Star:7% 2 Star:22% 1 Star:48%
25% Recommend This Brand
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Posted on Jun 11, 2019

Below average

By Al T., Detroit, MI, Verified Reviewer

I have placed 3 orders (after receiving a pair in my Birchbox) with Bombas to totally switch all my socks over to their brands. I have purchased the no-show, quarter and dress socks. In total I purchased about 20 pairs of socks. At first they were nice, but I should have worn them over time before placing more orders. They pill extremely easily, worse than a generic pair of socks at Walmart. I have also had 3 pair come apart. Bombas did replace one pair but it gets tiresome to email them, especially when it seems to happen so often. I have tossed out most of the socks and gone back to Hanes for athletic socks and Gold Toe for dress socks. They are 1/3 of the price of Bombas.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Jul 18, 2019

Hi Al,

My name is Tim and I'm with the Happiness Team here at Bombas. Thanks for leaving a review, though we're sorry to hear about your socks coming apart.

We stand by our product 100% here at Bombas, and believe that the pairs that developed holes were affected by a manufacturing defect. It sounds like you already know how to get replacements, so please do email us as we'd love to get you some fresh socks. I'm confident that you'll find them to last much longer.

Thanks! Looking forward to hearing from you!

Helpful Review? 10 People Have Voted

Posted on Jul 11, 2019

I’m done with these socks...

By Chris S., Boalsburg, PA, Verified Reviewer

I thought I loved these socks. I bought plenty for myself then I bought them for my daughter and my MIL. Six orders in total. After less than a year of wearing them, about six pairs have holes in them and I’m sure there are more to come. They are no better than the cheap socks I buy at Kohls. I will never buy from them again. Live and learn.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Jul 18, 2019

Hi Chris,

My name is Tim and I'm with the Customer Happiness Team here at Bombas. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us, although I'm sorry to hear your socks have prematurely formed a hole. This isn't typical of our socks.

The good news is that all of our products are backed by our 100% Happiness Guarantee that covers replacements. When you have a moment, please reach out to us at hello@bombas.com so we can help make things right.

Thank you again for your support, and we're looking forward to hearing from you!

Helpful Review? 11 People Have Voted

Posted on Aug 27, 2019

Not what I expected

By Susan W., Florida, Verified Reviewer

Was excited to order these socks because of an upcoming trip to New York anticipating a lot of walking. Put them on with my Sperrys and within 30 minutes had to pull them up. So disappointed, especially for the price.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Aug 28, 2019

Hi Susan,

My name is Julia and I'm a member of the Customer Happiness Team here at Bombas.

Thank you for taking the team to leave your feedback, although I'm sorry to hear that your socks haven't been working out. It sounds like this could be a sizing issue, and I'd love to help find the best solution for you. After all, that's what our Happiness Guarantee is all about.

I'll send you an email shortly and look forward to speaking with you.

Thanks for giving us a try!

Helpful Review? 3 People Have Voted

Posted on Sep 8, 2019

Not worth the money

By Dominick O., North Arlington, NJ, Verified Reviewer

Not worth the money, socks don’t hold up and are extremely tight, they claim your feet don’t sweat. Not true, their response was more socks that don’t hold up after a few washes fade and fall apart. Don’t waste your money!

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Sep 11, 2019

Hi Dominick,

My name is Tim and I'm a member of the Happiness Team here at Bombas.

Thank you for taking the time to write a review, although I'm sorry to hear that your socks haven't been working out for you. You're covered by our 100% Happiness Guarantee, so we'd love to help you out with a free return or exchange.

We'll be following up with you via email so we can get started on the next steps and help make things right.

Looking forward to hearing from you,

Tim

Helpful Review? 4 People Have Voted

Posted on Sep 16, 2019

Foot fungus among us!

By Dee C., New Jersey, Verified Reviewer

I LOVE my Bombas socks. I have about 12 pairs of the athletic style. They are cushy soft and comfy.

Problem? They cause toenail fungus. Why? They just don’t ever dry. I wash them and dry them and they are never 100% dry.

Just when I think they are, I put a clean pair on, go to the gym and IF you sweat on your feet (which I have never done so before these socks) your feet will basically stay slightly moist until you take them off. If you wear them for a few your a day (like I did) you're creating the perfect storm for developing toenail fungus. This is my first time with it and I’m pretty disgusted. It affected 3 toes. Treatment so far has cost me about $1000.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Sep 16, 2019

Hi Dee,

My name is Tim and I'm a member of the Happiness Team here at Bombas.

Thank you for taking the time to write a review, although I'm sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing. You're covered by our 100% Happiness Guarantee, so we'd love to help you out with a free return or exchange.

We'll be following up with you via email so we can get started on the next steps and help make things right.

Looking forward to hearing from you,

Tim

Helpful Review? 4 People Have Voted

Posted on Sep 30, 2019

Falling apart

By Terrill M., Colorado Springs, CO, Verified Reviewer

Received 2 pairs of socks as a Christmas gift, unfortunately, both pairs have completely ripped open in the heel. The socks are comfortable but far from durable. Wouldn’t spend the money.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Oct 2, 2019

Hi Terrill,

Coryon here from the Customer Happiness team at Bombas.

I am sorry to hear that your socks haven't held up, especially since they were a gift during the holidays. This is not usual of our socks and sounds like an unfortunate defect. Not to worry though, every pair of Bombas is covered by our Happiness Guarantee that we take seriously as it's our top priority.

I'll be following up with you in a message so we can get this process started. I'm here to help!

Helpful Review? 8 People Have Voted

Posted on Oct 9, 2019

Wish these were better made

By Barbara D., Worcester, MA, Verified Reviewer

I bought a package of I think three no-shows. I lost track of exactly how many I started out with since I had to have so many replacements sent out to be due to holes developing in the toes of the sock after and with only one or two wearings. There was no excessive stress on the sock, I would be just sitting there and out would pop my big toe. It got pretty annoying time after time. There is something very wrong in how these particular socks are made. On a positive note, they did stay on my heels due to the rubber knobbies on the socks, and the customer service people were very pleasant and accommodating but I got so sick of my toes popping out that I just asked for a refund. And yes, the remaining socks I have left continue to allow my big toe to pop out. I would advise you not to buy these no show socks until there is an improvement in their manufacturing.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Oct 21, 2019

Hi Barbara,

Coryon here from the Customer Happiness Team at Bombas. I'm so sorry for the delay in getting back to you!

I absolutely understand your frustrations and please know that I've made sure to share all of your feedback with our Production Team as well. As a young company, your feedback is incredibly important for us to continue improving going forward so I truly appreciate that.

Again, we apologize for the experience you've had with us. If you were interested in trying our No Shows again, it might be a great idea to check out our Cushioned No Shows instead of Lightweight No Shows. Please email us at hello@bombas.com so we can further help. We're also available to call at 800-314-0980.

Helpful Review? 8 People Have Voted

Posted on Oct 30, 2019

Inferior product

By Tom C., Chicago, IL, Verified Reviewer

Purchased 4 pairs of brown men's dress socks a couple of months ago. 1st pair got a hole in toe after 2 washings. Now a second pair has a rather large hole in the ankle area. Will not pay a premium price for socks that last a couple of months again.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Oct 31, 2019

Hi Tom,

My name is Savannah, I am with Customer Happiness here at Bombas.

Thank you so much for your feedback, though I am very sorry to hear that your socks have worn so quickly. I completely understand your frustration and we will do everything we can to make things right.

You are completely covered for defected pairs by our 100% Happiness Guarantee and we would love to send you replacements. Please email hello@bombas.com so we can further assist you with this issue.

Thanks again for your feedback and we look forward to hearing from you.

Helpful Review? 6 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 3, 2019

Disappointing!

By Linda M., Dallas, TX, Verified Reviewer

I bought a bunch of these because I heard they were good. They are the worst socks. After a few washings, almost every pair has holes in the toes. They also seem to shrink, and feel tighter. I've never had this problem with any other socks. I would save your money and buy another brand. I spent well over $150.00 on regular and athletic socks just to have holey socks.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Dec 4, 2019

Hey Linda,

Kairi here from the Customer Happiness Team at Bombas.
 I hope this message finds you well.

Your feedback is greatly appreciated, although I'm sorry to learn your socks have developed holes - this is not a common occurrence. You are covered by our 100% Happiness Guarantee, which covers hole replacements, so I assure you we will get this all sorted out as soon as possible.

When you can, please reach out to us via hello@bombas.com with your order number and photos of the socks with holes. Once we receive this, we can send you replacements or issue you a full refund.

We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you!

Helpful Review? 6 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 18, 2019

Too tight

By Ed T., Indianapolis, IN, Verified Reviewer

Purchased the wool socks in the largest size. Socks are well made but unless your legs are really thin, these socks are way too tight. I even cut off 1/2 inch off the top to get rid of the elastic band at the very top and put two small slits in the socks but they were still too tight for my legs. So tight that the logo sewn into the sock left an indentation in my leg. So unless your legs are super skinny, I recommend you do not purchase.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Dec 19, 2019

Hi Ed,

My name is Tim and I'm with the Happiness Team here at Bombas. Thank you for taking the time to write us a review, although I'm sorry that your socks didn't fit you perfectly. We have a 100% Happiness Guarantee that we take very seriously, and it covers free exchanges, returns, and replacements if you don't like your socks.

We aren't happy until you are, so when you have a moment, please reach out to us at hello@bombas.com so we can help you find a new style that'll fit you just right.

We're looking forward to hearing from you and helping make things right!

Helpful Review? 5 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 13, 2020

Horrible Christmas Gift

By Michele W., Everett, MA, Verified Reviewer

These socks were a Christmas gift, sadly. I was given knee socks, I have skinny legs. The top ribbing of the socks is so tight, does not stretch in any fashion, it is CONSTRICTIVE. It left welts and stung where the sock rests right below the knee, where the ribbing sits.

Again, I have skinny legs.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Company Response from Bombas

Jan 14, 2020

Hi Michele,

My name is Tim and I'm with the Happiness Team here at Bombas. Thank you for taking the time to write us a review, although I'm sorry to hear your socks aren't fitting perfectly for you. We have a 100% Happiness Guarantee that we take very seriously, so we'd love to help you exchange those for some pairs that work better for you.

At your convenience, please reach out to us at hello@bombas.com so we can get things started and help make things right. We're looking forward to hearing from you!

Helpful Review? 2 People Have Voted
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