I've been testing the Nortiv 8 ActiveBreeze sneakers and they're now my favorite pair of walking shoes

(Image credit: Tom's Guide) The Nortiv 8 ActiveBreeze are my new favorite pair of running and walking shoes. Full stop. They’re soft, comfortable and keep me feeling light, even on lengthy walks or long days on my feet. The mesh upper also helps keep my feet cool on hot days.Although they're not currently on sale, they're still a great value and you can get the Nortiv 8 ActiveBreeze for $69 at Amazon. Meanwhile, if you're in the UK you can grab the Nortiv 8 ActiveBreeze for £32 at Amazon.£32 converts to around $43 in USD. What gives? I wish this Nortiv 8 deal was as good in the U.S. as it was in the U.K., because then more people could grab a pair at a great price.Nevertheless, when it comes to walking sneakers the ActiveBreeze’s biggest competition comes from Skechers. I’m always tracking Skechers deals, and I frequently see cushioned sneaker deals around the $40 mark. Just as an example, the popular Skechers D'Lites Fresh Start are on sale from $41 at the moment.But sure, the Nortiv 8 ActiveBreeze are also billed as running shoes. In that case, I see most people opting for the Nike Road Revolution 8 for around $52 or the Adidas Lite Racer Adapt 7.0 for around $44 based on name recognition alone.I love the Nortiv 8 ActiveBreeze dearly, and I think they’re a steal at £32. They’re still worth buying at $69 in my opinion, but they’re in a crowded market fighting for the spotlight with more well-known brands.Are you a huge fan of Skechers? Let me know what you love about your favorite shoes and whether or not you’d pick up a pair of Nortiv 8 sneakers. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Millie is a Deals Editor at Tom's Guide specializing in deals content. She also covers the latest tech news and and creates how-to articles about everything from phones, streaming devices, and headphones to apps and video games. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, gaming on her Nintendo Switch and creating digital art.