adidas Samba OG vs Reebok Club C 85
Get the Club C 85. Unless you want the slim terrace look and a lighter shoe — then the Samba OG.
adidas Samba OG
Slim, light and built to last. Narrow at the toes, with almost no cushioning.
Reebok Club C 85
Clean white leather tennis shoe for less. Firm underfoot and a little narrow.
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Both are flat, firm classics for short days rather than long walks. The Club C costs less, has real leather and grips even on wet floors; the Samba is lighter and its leather and suede last longer, but its gum sole slips in the wet.
- —You want the slim terrace look.
- —You want the lighter shoe.
- —You want them to last.
- —You want a clean white leather sneaker.
- —You walk on wet pavements.
- —You want to spend less.
Key differences
Pros and cons
- +Light and flexible
- +Real leather and suede that lasts
- +The slim terrace look
- −The gum sole is slippery on wet floors.
- −No arch support; you feel stones underfoot.
- −Most owners say it runs true to size.
- +Real leather for less
- +Excellent grip, even when wet
- +Flexible, with a natural feel
- −The outsole wears faster than average.
- −Below-average breathability — warm on hot days.
- −Runs true to size.
Ready to choose?
- Is the Samba OG worth it?
- Is the Club C 85 worth it?
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: RunRepeat: ASICS Gel-1130, RunRepeat: adidas Samba OG, RunRepeat: adidas Gazelle, RunRepeat: New Balance 530, RunRepeat: New Balance 9060, RunRepeat: Nike Air Force 1 '07, RunRepeat: Reebok Club C 85, manufacturer specifications.