What makes Zappos such a great place to buy shoes online? It has a nearly endless supply of shoes in every possible style and size, and it sells its products at competitive prices. The company also gets impressive customer service reviews, and offers free shipping and free returns up to a year from the purchase date.

While there aren’t many downsides to shopping at Zappos, it’s important to note that certain shoe brands will not honor warranties on their shoes purchased through Zappos (ie. you may need to purchase shoes directly through a brand’s website to get the brand’s full warranty). In addition, you can’t try on shoes before buying them as with in-person stores.

While brick-and-mortar shoe stores are becoming less and less common, Nordstrom is still a great place to shop in-person for shoes. It sells sneakers, heels, loafers, boots and more from both affordable and high-end brands. Plus, the sales section sometimes has good deals hiding on the shelves. If prices aren’t affordable enough, we also recommend Nordstrom Rack — the off-shoot brand that sells items from previous seasons at discounted prices.

Overall, though, Nordstrom is expensive. While the sales section is helpful in searching for affordable shoes, it’s often difficult to find items in your size. Also, some brands may not honor certain aspects of their warranties if you purchase their shoes at Nordstrom.

If you’re hoping to spend less than $50 on a pair of shoes, we recommend Old Navy. The brand sells in-season and casual shoes at affordable prices both online and in store. They also specialize in business-casual footwear such as loafers and faux leather boots.

However, some buyers believe the quality of shoes suffers for the sake of affordability. It may also be difficult to find the ideal shoe in stores — you may only find styles you like that are in your size online. In addition, the website is slow and takes a while to load, which can be frustrating.

While Reformation stepped into the world of shoes just four years ago, it’s done a lot in a short amount of time. The brand sells sustainable, high-quality shoes for all kinds of dressy occasions, from the office visit to the gala. (Our favorite is the Mallori closed toe heel.) We love the recycling program, which allows you to return worn shoes from the brand for a store credit.

The downsides: Expect to pay a hefty fee for Reformation’s shoes, many of which cost over $200. In addition, the brand doesn’t offer many wide-width options, and return shipping is free only if you keep at least one item from your order.

If you’re on the hunt for a great pair of athletic sneakers or sport-style shoes at a fair price, Foot Locker is the place to shop. Its assortment of basketball shoes (think Jordans and Nikes) is expansive, as is its collection of running sneakers. We also like Foot Locker’s rewards program — FLX Rewards — which gives you free shipping, early access for certain deals and special rewards.

However, some buyers have noticed that certain athletic shoes sold on Foot Locker are sold at lower prices elsewhere. In addition, you may have to pay a restock fee on returns (not on exchanges), and some buyers find the website difficult to use.

In search of a comfortable yet stylish work shoe? Vivaia is our top pick. The brand has been gaining buzz in recent years for producing high-quality, unique and fashionable styles that make comfort a priority (a rarity in the world of office shoes). Our favorite is the Julie Pro — a round-toe, sleek and knitted shoe with a chunky heel.

The downsides: Vivaia shoes are pricey, so multiple pairs may not be in your budget. Also, the brand doesn’t offer many shoes in wide widths, and some buyers wish the shoes had more arch support.

Asos is an excellent place to shop if you’re looking for the trendiest shoes on the market. (Right now, you’ll find the site peppered with chunky black loafers and pointed, closed-toe mid-heels.) We like that the brand sells wide-fit styles and frequently has sales. Plus, shipping is free over a certain threshold, and return shipping is free if sent back in the first 14 days.

However, some buyers found that certain shoes were lower quality than what they had expected for the price. We also think the 14-day return window is a bit slim, and shoes come in bags as opposed to boxes.

For all things outdoors, we recommend Forsake. The online shoe store offers a wide range of hiking boots and walking shoes, many of which are water resistant and easy to slip on. They have great everyday styles, too — our favorite is the Sofia Chelsea Boot! We also like that in-person retailers such as Nordstrom and REI sell Forsake products, so you can try on shoes in person.

While Forsake offers free returns on full-price items, it charges a $10 fee for sale-item returns (though this isn’t too bad if you consider that most sellers don’t allow returns on sale items). In addition, women’s styles aren’t sold in wide widths, and some buyers found certain styles uncomfortable.

If you struggle with foot pain, we strongly encourage you to shop at KURU. The online seller offers all kinds of shoes with cushioned insoles that cater to a variety of foot conditions, including plantar fasciitis, flat feet, heel pain, heel spurs and bunions. (In fact, one customer noted that their KURU sneakers were better than any other sneaker brand, including Vionics and Hoka, for 12-hour work shifts.) We love that you can shop for shoes based on your foot condition.

Since KURU shoes are tailored to specific foot issues, they can get expensive. In addition, the brand charges a $5 shipping and restocking fee on returns if you don’t sign up for the rewards program — so make sure you do!

If you struggle to find a high-quality, dressy shoe in your size, try out Vince Camuto. The brand sells luxury heels and sandals in wide widths, and also sells tall boots in wide and extra wide calf sizes. We also like that you can try on shoes in person at any DSW store.

The downsides: Vince Camuto is expensive, especially if you’re purchasing genuine leather products. And if you want to return your shoes via mail (rather than in person), you must pay a $7.95 return fee. We also think the brand could stand to expand its styles sold in wide widths.

If you want to buy a pair of rain boots that can withstand all kinds of wet weather, Muck Boots is the ideal place to shop. The brand sells an expansive collection of 100% waterproof boots, most of which have a durable rubber exterior and neoprene upper. The result is an extremely comfortable and long-lasting boot that you can wear in both cold and warm weather. We also love that Muck Boots offers free returns and exchanges within 30 days.

Of course, premium boots are expensive. Some buyers also find certain styles to be clunky and uncomfortable, and others wish the boots came with more comfortable insoles.

If you’re an avid fisherman or woman, we recommend XTRATUF. The brand sells boots and boating shoes that are waterproof, easy to slip on and grippy on slippery surfaces. They’re also durable, lightweight, comfortable and need little to no break-in time.

However, some customers note that the shoes don’t accommodate wide feet. Another common complaint is that the insoles don’t have much cushioning, and that the shoes are pricey.

BOGS is an excellent place to shop if you work on a farm or simply love to traverse the outdoors in all kinds of weather. The boot company specializes in 100% waterproof and durable shoes that can withstand extremely cold temperatures. A bonus: It offers wide-width and wide-calf sizing.

The downsides: BOGS charges a $12 shipping fee and $10 return fee on sale items. In addition, its boots are on the pricey side and some styles can feel clunky.

Not many retailers cater to plus sizes, which is why Torrid is such an important brand. The online seller offers booties, sandals, heels, flats and more in wide widths only, and it also sells wide-calf and extra-wide calf boots. Styles are always trendy, so you’re sure to find in-season picks.

However, Torrid has its limits in terms of sizing. It doesn’t cater to people who have calves greater than 20 inches in circumference. Also, some buyers complain that certain styles are made with low-quality materials, and that some shoes aren’t comfortable.

If you want to be sure that you’ll have a simple return and exchange process when shopping for shoes, we recommend Amazon. The online mega-retailer offers so many brands and styles that it’s difficult to keep track, and with a prime membership, shipping is speedy. Returns and exchanges are also free with a membership, and Amazon allows you to return items at various drop-off points to make things easy.

However, Amazon suffers from many poor-quality and fast-fashion shoes, so it’s important to read reviews. The options can also get overwhelming, and you won’t get the benefit of quick and free shipping without paying for an annual membership.