FootFitter Works Perfectly. Make sure you tighten the Shoe Stretcher correctly
591834
I'm a size 11 dress shoe and 10 Clarks Desert Boots.  Buying one size up or a Wide was too big. I just needed some width and pressure points stretched out. Worked perfectly for me in these particular shoe sizes. I highly recommend using a quality shoe stretch solution to assist in the stretching; I use "Shoe Stretch-It" brand. Caution! You can use alcohol - it works quite well - but it may remove the finish on your shoes.

I also read that some user broke off the handle. They are using in incorrectly, Don't turn and twist it like removing a cork out of a bottle of wine; loop your two fingers around the handle in the manner you would use when PULLING the cork out of the bottle of wine and THEN tighten the screw. Use the same technique to loosen the screw for removing
4049651
The part that expands is solid wood and the part that is placed in the heel is also solid wood. The stretcher is adjustable to different sizes of shoes. I have narrow feet and the stretched fitted my narrow shoes that were a bit tight. By using the stretcher I have been able to increase the space available in my new shoes.
4161947
This is a much sturdier version of the ones I returned. (Another Company, arrived broken) I recommend a shoe stretcher to anyone. It's much nicer to have a stretcher do the work instead of your tender foot parts. And it can do the job in short order. Your brand new stiff shoes can easily fit like slippers. You can hit the streets running without fear of blisters and aching feet. I think this one will hold up OK. I'll let you know otherwise.
4138912
I bought this on the advise of a friend, who loves it. I found it worked pretty well, but it only stretches shoes a tiny bit. It's best to use it on shoes that are just a little bit too tight.
2612761
If what you need is a way to widen your shoes, and not just stretch them, then this product is something I easily recommend. It worked perfectly for me, taking somewhat tight shoes due to my feet being rather wide and making them fit much better than expected. Not only did the shoes now fit better than expected, but were pleasantly comfortable.
4316705
Best shoe stretcher I ever bought.  Am planning on buying another!  Very well made, and came with excellent instructions on how to use!
3936712
This shoe stretcher is well built and sturdy.  It was priced higher than many other stretchers but well worth the money for me and solved my problem.
My left foot has a bone spur on the side.  Most shoes, the correct size, would cause discomfort in the area of the spur. Buying shoes a size too large was not an acceptable solution for the spur. This item worked perfect for me but only after I made a modification to it:  There are only a few holes to place the metal pieces (two metal pieces, you may need only one or none) and these holes were not in the right place to allow me to place the metal "bumps" exactly where needed for my spur. So, I added a few holes where needed (used 3/16 drill). I also placed a small piece of wood on one side of the inside/bottom of the shoe to allow the stretcher to be at a canted angle.  I think the stretcher would perform better for  most people if they also customized it by drilling more holes.
After doing this, I "custom" stretched several other friends shoes.... shoes that could not be worn and now fit perfectly. I recently widened a pair of rubber un-usable Crocs by using the stretcher and carefully using a heat gun. I always use a heat gun (hair dryer may suffice) for rubber/plastic shoes.  Be careful to not overheat!!  I have used this on plastic shoes (using heat gun) and leather shoes using the spray stretcher stuff.
Remember, you get only one stretcher, but this was OK with me, I only needed it on the left shoe. You can stretch a pair, one shoe at a time.
Also, these stretchers probably would not be helpful if the shoe it too short.
Also, I don't think this product will work on sneakers.
4379997
I read multiple reviews prior to buying this product. But I had an expensive pair of Shoes I purchased while in Scotland. The leather thick and stiff, meant to last a lifetime. Was able to successfully and easily stretch both width and length for a nice comfortable fit. I didn't pre-treat, just left the shoe stand for 2 days  with stretcher installed. Checked fit, adjusted and let stand 1 more days. Repeated process for the second shoe, which had slightly different needs. First set width turning T-handle (increase width clockwise), then adjust length using sliver knob (increase length counter clockwise).
Simple to use. Effective. Did a second pair for minor width stretch. Now on third pair.
4665132
this is a much better shoe stretcher as I have problems with my small toes. Worked well and my toes aren't rubbing against the seam now.
4169255
I.Love. Shoes. However, as a woman gifted with solid and wide feet, certain pairs of shoes don't reciprocate the love. I've gone the stretched-by-a-professional-cobbler route but that practice can get very expensive very quick so I needed an alternative, long-term solution. Enter this shoe stretcher. I've used/trusted it on all of my high-end shoes and it does the job. Key is to stretch slowly in increments. I do recommend this item but my advice is to purchase two so that you can stretch a pair simultaneously. And be careful where the "back half" of the wooden part sits in your shoe. I accidentally stretched the back of one of my shoes this way but, thankfully, it didn't affect that fit.
3928772
Does exactly what it is supposed to do - stretch shoes. I only give them four stars as the manufacturing is a little sloppy; some of the holes are too small for the plugs to fit, rough sanding job and one has rust on the metal parts.
4221182
Make sure you use their shoe size device.  It took me four orders to get the correct size, but they fit perfectly after i entered more information
1355308
The Stretcher work very well; however, it is best to leave them in the shoe for a week to get the leather stretched out enough to make a diffeerence.
4727332
I USED THIS TO STRECH OUT THE TOE PORTION OF MY SHOES. IT WORKED VERY WELL. THE ONLY ROBLEM I HAVE WITH IT IS ITS TOO WIDE. WHEN I PURCHASED THESE SHOE TREES THEY DID NOT SAY THAT THEY WERE FOR WIDE SHOES AT ALL!! SO I PUT A STRONG RUBBERBAND TO PULL IN THE SHOE TREES TO FIT INOT MY NARROW SIZED SHOES.
309736
Well-made, good quality shoe stretcher. Get's the job done!
3397486
It is so nice to be able to stretch my own shoes!!!!!  No more killing my feet while breaking in a new pair!  The FootFitter is a high quality piece of equipment and I'm glad I ordered 2.
1624967
Boot stretcher works great.  I have several pair of boots that are too small.  Just finished stretching the first pair today and I was really surprised how well they worked.  The boots were really tight (they were an unreturnable gift) and I was really worried i wasn't going to be able to wear them.  Took about 3 days of stretching a little at a time and they fit great now.