I am really enjoying these shoes for my toddler! I love that the laces are permanently fixed in place and there is a velcro across the ankle. These are easy for my toddler to take off, but I do have to help when putting them on. They are lightweight, but also very sturdy. I feel like I don’t have to worry about any ankle stability issues with these shoes. They are stylish with an athletic outfit, and are a great basic gym shoe for everyday play. They seem to be true to size and comfortable.