Here Are 13 of the Best Vegan Sneakers for Men

Sneakers today come in all different styles. Not all are vegan—but luckily, many are made from synthetic materials and don’t include any animal products!

Whether you’re looking for something extra colorful for your morning jogs or just some everyday sneakers for comfort, check out all the options you have below!

Our Top Choices

Here are our top choices for men’s vegan sneakers today. I’ll start with best overall, best for the money, and then best running shoe!

Best Overall: Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars

The classic: Converse Chuck Taylors (Amazon link). They’re a long-time favorite—but they’re also vegan! No leather in these beauties.

The canvas upper and the rubber sole is classic, comfortable, and stylish. Classic Chucks are also quite durable and won’t break the bank. They’re some of the most affordable shoes in our whole list.

Although the high-top version is my personal favorite, Chucks do come in a low-top style as well. You can also get them in just about any color. There’s a vegan Chuck Taylor for every occasion!

Best for the Money: Saucony Originals Jazz Low Pro

To determine the best shoe for the price, you really need to consider how much you’ll spend and how long the shoes will last.

At around $60, the Saucony Originals Men’s Jazz Low Pros aren’t the cheapest shoes on the market—but they’re a bargain for what you get.

These Jazz Low Pros won’t fall apart after just a few wears. And they’ve got a great, distinct style, too. In the end, you’ll be saving money by making this investment.

Best Running Shoes: ASICS Gel-Kayano 26

The ASICS Men’s Gel-Kayano 26 Running Shoes are a favorite amongst avid runners. Why? Comfort and wearability. Customers say it remains comfortable even after extended wear. Plus, it’s very durable.

However, it’s not just great for running. It’s cushioned in all the right places for other activities as well.

Distance runners and mall walkers alike will love this model. And, with so many available colors, there’s one for everyone.

But Wait… I’ve Got 10 More Great Vegan Sneakers

Of course, there are more than just the three great choices above when it comes to vegan shoes. With the growing awareness of the need for sustainability and cruelty-free products, vegan choices are becoming more and more readily available.

Onitsuka Tiger Men’s Serrano Lace-Up Fashion Sneaker

If you like the way these look, you better get out there and snatch them up right away! They sell like hotcakes! (Here’s an Amazon link.)

The creator of these shoes, Mr. Kihachiro Onitsuka, dreamed of creating a shoe that embraced the unification of Japanese youth after the ending of WW2, all through sports. His company embodied that message, and he continues to do so with these eco-friendly, cruelty-free shoes.

Pros

• Shoes are available in multiple color palettes. Some are colorful, others are neutral.
• Many fans of this shoe are repeat buyers due to its comfort.
• The story behind these shoes (above) is pretty neat.
• It’s hard to even find a negative review of this sneaker! Fans are very loyal to this shoe.

Cons

• One or two reviewers mentioned that the shoes were a bit narrow and caused some discomfort until they were broken in.

Macbeth McQueen

This one scores high on the list of favorites because it’s a slip-on model. Its design is simple and sleek, and the perfect shoe for a casual kind of day.

Fun fact: Macbeth Shoes were started by Tom DeLonge, who was a member of Blink 182 and is currently part of Angels and Airwaves. Each shoe has a tiny little replica guitar pick, a cute little nod to their musical beginnings.

Pros

• The simple design can be worn often and with any kind of outfit.
• The construction of this shoe has improved over the years, with better materials for more durability.
• For a slip-on shoe, most people find these to be very comfortable.
• The McQueen shoe is very affordable.

Cons

• These can be a little harder to find than other vegan sneakers. They’re sold mainly through the Macbeth website.
• There is very little arch support. It may need to be worn with insoles, which can lead to a tighter fit.

Native Apollo Moc Sneaker

These “fashion sneakers” are rather stylish! Check the current price on Amazon here. The synthetic upper has lots of holes in it, which is very characteristic of Native shoes. These holes serve a purpose, which you’ll read about in the “pros” below.

Pros

• This shoe is simple and is unlikely to ever go out of style.
• There are different colors available, serving a mostly monochromatic color scheme.
• Textured sole that some wearers claim is like a foot massage.
• The holes make the shoes airy, but also keep them from getting stinky. Magic!
• Natives, by design, are very lightweight.

Cons

• Some people don’t find the fit to be exactly right.
• The shoestrings are on the weaker side—some people say theirs have broken from being pulled too hard.
• There is a tag in the back of the shoe that many reviewers say is uncomfortable.

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