No, we have not ever had problems with it smelling, but I guess thats more of an individual biased. I love clark shoes and these sandals did not disappoint. If you have a narrow foot they might be to wide for you. It was simply PLUG & PLAY. That doesnt bother me, as I find any watch difficult to read an email from. Great support by both the sole and the upper for my foot. I typically dont write reviews, but Ive relied on them so much lately that I feel I should take the time for this one. I was about to just give up trying but then I ran out of my face wash and decided to give these a try. I have always perceived these robot vacuums of any brand as probably useless in the real world. Well impressed.