However, when I pitted Birkenstock’s own Arizona Essentials against the much-cheaper Funkymonkey EVA Sandals, I was hoping it would be a bit more of a competition than it was.

For only $10, Walmart's No Boundaries Women's Two Buckle Slide Sandals definitely seem to be worth a try. They look nearly identical to Birkenstock’s version and are very comfortable for shoppers.

I tested the Birkenstock Arizona EVA water-friendly sandals on a variety of terrains, including concrete, sand, and water. Here, all about the comfy sandals.

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Finally, in 2021, I surrendered and admitted that I needed an alternate option. Luckily, there just happened to be an extremely qualified candidate—the Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVAs.

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Let's start with an admission: This is not the first time I have tried to talk to the fine people of Al Gore's internet about the glory of Birkenstock's Arizona EVA sandals.

Birkenstock's two-strap Arizona sandals are perfect for anyone who takes comfort seriously. The footbed is supportive for my normal-to-high arches, though it takes a few wears to break in.

However, when I pitted Birkenstock’s own Arizona Essentials against the much-cheaper Funkymonkey EVA Sandals, I was hoping it would be a bit more of a competition than it was.