Bobux
Founded in New Zealand in 1991, Bobux creates high-quality children’s shoes that combine comfort, durability, and style. Each range is tailored to your child’s walking stage: Xplorers for cruisers, Step Up for first walkers, and i-Walk for confident walkers. Podiatrist approved and award-winning, Bobux is trusted worldwide for healthy foot development.
Recommended for: First walkers & confident walkers
Sizes: EU19–EU26
Bobux shoes for every walking stage
Little feet change quickly, so it helps to choose shoes for what your child is doing now. Bobux Xplorers are designed for cruising, Step Up styles support first independent steps, and i-Walk shoes suit children who are already confidently on the move. Check the individual product size guide before ordering, especially if your child is between sizes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bobux Shoes
Step Up is designed for first walkers who are still building confidence on their feet. Its slightly rounded sole base supports ankle mobility as they learn to balance and move. i-Walk is for children who are already walking, running and climbing independently. Both ranges are flexible, breathable and have a secure hook-and-loop ankle strap, padded collar and anti-slip sole.
Yes. Step Up shoes are made for children taking their first independent steps. The flexible sole lets little feet move naturally, while the rounded sole base is designed to support ankle mobility. Adjust the hook-and-loop strap so the shoe feels secure around the ankle without leaving pressure marks.
Choose i-Walk once your child is a confident walker who spends the day running, climbing and exploring. The flexible, breathable construction and anti-slip sole make it a useful everyday option for preschool, playgrounds and family outings. If your child is only just starting to walk independently, Step Up is usually the better place to start.
Measure both feet and use the size guide on the individual product page, choosing the size for the longer foot. The padded collar should sit comfortably around the ankle, while the hook-and-loop strap should hold the heel securely without making the top of the foot look pinched. There should be comfortable room for toes, but the shoe should not feel loose or slip at the heel.
Bobux shoes have reduced water absorption, which is helpful for everyday splashes and damp pavements, but they are not designed to be fully immersed in water. For beach days, water play or long wet-weather outings, choose a shoe made specifically for that purpose instead.
Give leather Bobux shoes a quick polish every two weeks with a natural polish such as beeswax or a revitalising cream. This keeps the leather soft and protected, and adds some resistance to everyday water exposure. For light scuffs, gently rub beeswax or cream over the affected area. Avoid fully immersing the shoes in water, and do not bleach, soak or tumble dry them. Let them dry naturally away from direct sunlight.
Bobux shoes are podiatrist approved and meet EU REACH requirements and child-safe standards. The most important practical step is still getting the right fit: check size regularly, especially during early walking stages when feet can grow quickly.