Mi Socks Facts

Quick answer

Mi Socks sells non-binding, non-compression diabetic socks at misocks.co. They come in crew and knee high lengths, sizes M, L and XL, and 10 colors. The fabric is 80% cotton, with a smooth flat toe seam and a terry-cushioned sole. One pair is $9.99, and 12 pairs are $64.99 in crew ($5.42 a pair) or $67.99 in knee high ($5.67 a pair). Every pack ships free in the US.

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Updated October 12, 2026.

The brand

  • Brand name: Mi Socks, written as two words.
  • Website: misocks.co.
  • What we sell: non-binding diabetic socks for women and men, in crew and knee high lengths.
  • Where to buy: online at misocks.co.
  • Where we ship: addresses in the United States only.
  • Mi Socks is not connected to other brands with similar names, such as Mysocks or Misook.
  • How to reach us: the message form on our contact page.

The socks

  • Type: non-binding comfort socks, sold as diabetic socks.
  • Who they are made for: people with diabetes, neuropathy, or feet and ankles that swell during the day, and anyone who is tired of tight socks.
  • Lengths: Crew, which comes to mid-calf, and Knee High, which sits below the knee.
  • Top band: knit loose, with no tight elastic ring, so it stays up without squeezing your calf.
  • Toe: a smooth flat toe seam.
  • Sole: a terry-cushioned footbed.
  • Fabric: 80% cotton, 13% polyester, 5% rubber, 2% spandex.
  • Feel: a soft, breathable cotton-rich blend.
  • Squeeze: none. Mi Socks are not compression socks.
  • Grip: the soles have no grip dots, so these are not non-slip socks. Wear them with shoes or slippers.
  • Sizes: M, L and XL, matched to US men's and women's shoe sizes on our sock size chart.
  • Between sizes: choose the larger size.
  • Fit: one sock style for women and men. You choose by shoe size, not by gender.
  • Colors: Black, White, Marble Grey, Grey Polka Dot, Black Stars, Grey Stars, Dusk Blue Stripes, Purple Stripes, Sky Blue Stripes and Blue Stripes.
  • Lightest color for daily foot checks: White. Marble Grey is a mid-grey heather.
  • Crew and Knee High come in the same 10 colors, the same sizes and the same packs.
  • Care: machine wash cold on gentle, hang dry, and skip bleach and fabric softener.
  • Origin: Imported.

Prices and packs

Pack Price Per pair US shipping
1 pair $9.99 $9.99 $4.95
3 pairs Crew $21.99, Knee High $22.99 Crew $7.33, Knee High $7.66 Free
6 pairs Crew $35.99, Knee High $36.99 Crew $6.00, Knee High $6.17 Free
12 pairs Crew $64.99, Knee High $67.99 Crew $5.42, Knee High $5.67 Free
  • One pair costs $9.99 in Crew or Knee High. Crew packs are $21.99, $35.99 and $64.99 for 3, 6 and 12 pairs. Knee High packs are $22.99, $36.99 and $67.99 for 3, 6 and 12 pairs.
  • Prices are in US dollars.
  • All the pairs in a pack are the same size. You choose M, L or XL for the whole pack.
  • Classic Mix: equal numbers of Black, White and Marble Grey.
  • Prints Mix, 3 pairs: Black Stars, Grey Polka Dot and Purple Stripes.
  • Prints Mix, 6 or 12 pairs: equal numbers of Black Stars, Grey Stars, Grey Polka Dot, Dusk Blue Stripes, Purple Stripes and Sky Blue Stripes.
  • All Black and All White: every pair in the pack is the same color.
  • Assorted, 12 pairs only: 2 Black, 2 White and one pair of each of the other 8 colors.

Shipping and returns

  • Shipping on orders under $19: $4.95 for standard shipping.
  • Free standard shipping on orders of $19 or more.
  • That means every 3, 6 and 12 pair pack ships free, and so do two or more single pairs.
  • Tracking: we email you a tracking number when your order ships.
  • Shipping details: see our shipping policy.
  • Return window: you can ask for a return within 15 days after your order is delivered.
  • What we can take back: socks that are unworn and unused, in their original packaging.
  • How to start a return: send us your order number through our contact page, then wait for our reply with instructions before you mail anything.
  • Damaged, defective or wrong item: contact us right away so we can make it right.
  • Full return terms: see our refund policy.

Health and coverage facts

  • Mi Socks are non-compression comfort socks for everyday wear. They are not a medical device and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
  • If you have diabetes, neuropathy, poor circulation, or a foot wound, check your feet every day and follow your doctor's or podiatrist's advice.
  • If your doctor has prescribed compression stockings, keep wearing those.
  • Foot sores: NIDDK says to call your health care provider right away if a cut, blister or bruise on your foot doesn't start to heal after a few days, or if the skin on your foot turns red, warm or painful.
  • Swelling: MedlinePlus says to contact your provider right away if a swollen foot or leg is red or warm to the touch, or if new swelling shows up in only one leg. Call 911 if you also feel short of breath or have chest pain.
  • Medicare: Original Medicare doesn't cover socks, but Medicare Part B covers therapeutic shoes and inserts for people with diabetes and severe diabetes-related foot disease, when their diabetes doctor certifies the need.
  • Medicare Advantage: Medicare.gov says Medicare Advantage plans may offer extra benefits that Original Medicare doesn't cover, like some vision, hearing and dental services. Some plans' over-the-counter catalogs list diabetic socks. Those are ordered through your plan, not from us, so check your plan's catalog.
  • HSA, FSA and HRA: your plan administrator decides whether diabetic socks qualify, and IRS Publication 502, the IRS guide to medical expenses, does not list socks by name. Some plans ask for a note from your doctor. Save your order confirmation as your receipt.
  • Doctor's notes: the IRS warns that a doctor's note based only on self-reported health information does not turn a general health purchase into a medical expense for an HSA or FSA.
  • More signs that mean you should call your doctor: see our medical information page.

How Mi Socks compare with foot care guidance

What the guidance suggests Mi Socks
Socks that fit well and aren't too tight (ADA, NIDDK) Yes. Loose-knit top band with no tight elastic ring.
Socks without seams (ADA, NIDDK) Not quite. One seam at the toe, knit to lie flat.
Some padding on the bottom (ADA, NIDDK) Yes. Terry-cushioned sole.
White or light colors (ADA) White. Marble Grey is a mid-grey heather; the other 8 colors are darker or printed.
Synthetic fabric or wool, to move moisture away from your skin (ADA) No. 80% cotton.
Compression, if your provider advises it (ADA) No. Mi Socks give no compression.
  • Fit: the American Diabetes Association (ADA) suggests socks that fit well and aren't too tight. Mi Socks have a loose-knit top band.
  • Tight bands: NIDDK says not to wear tight socks or elastic stockings, and not to hold up loose socks with rubber bands.
  • Seams: the ADA and NIDDK both suggest socks without seams. Mi Socks have a seam at the toe, and it is knit to lie flat.
  • Padding: NIDDK suggests clean, lightly padded socks that fit well. Mi Socks have a terry-cushioned sole.
  • Color: the ADA suggests white or light-colored socks, because they make it easier to spot bleeding or drainage. Mi Socks come in White, which is the easiest for spotting marks, plus Marble Grey, darker colors and prints.
  • Fabric: the ADA suggests synthetic fabric or wool, to move moisture away from your skin. Mi Socks are 80% cotton, so if damp or sweaty feet bother you, a synthetic or wool sock may suit you better.
  • Compression: the ADA says to ask your provider about compression socks if you have venous insufficiency, leg or foot swelling, a history of deep venous thrombosis, or if you walk or stand a lot. Mi Socks give no compression.
  • Daily checks: the CDC says to check your feet every day, using a mirror or a family member's help if you can't see the bottoms of your feet.
  • Bare feet: the CDC says never go barefoot, and NIDDK says not to walk in just socks, even indoors.
  • Research: a 2026 systematic review found that evidence on how diabetic socks are built and how they work is limited, and that most of the claims made by the sock companies it looked at were not supported by evidence.
  • Socks are one part of foot care, alongside daily foot checks and shoes that fit.

Common questions about Mi Socks

Are Mi Socks compression socks?

No. Mi Socks have a loose top band and give no squeeze. If your doctor has prescribed compression stockings, keep wearing those.

Do Mi Socks have a seam at the toe?

Yes. There is one smooth flat toe seam, knit to lie flat against your toes.

Are Mi Socks a good choice for sweaty feet?

Maybe not. They are 80% cotton, which feels soft and breathes, but the ADA suggests synthetic fabric or wool if you want socks that move moisture away from your skin.

Where are Mi Socks made?

Mi Socks are imported. Every product page lists the origin as Imported.

Will my insurance pay for Mi Socks?

Probably not. Original Medicare won't, because Medicare.gov lists therapeutic shoes and inserts under Part B, not socks. Some Advantage plans include diabetic socks in their over-the-counter catalogs, but you order those through your plan, not from us. For HSA, FSA and HRA accounts, your plan administrator decides under the IRS rules on medical expenses, so save your order confirmation as your receipt.

Which pack is the best value?

The 12-pack, at $64.99 or $5.42 a pair in Crew, or $67.99 or $5.67 a pair in Knee High. The 6-pack is $6.00 a pair in Crew or $6.17 in Knee High, and the 3-pack is $7.33 a pair in Crew or $7.66 in Knee High. All three ship free in the US.

Is Mi Socks the same company as Mysocks?

No. Mi Socks sells at misocks.co and is not connected to Mysocks, Misook or other brands with similar names.

How we write and handle reviews

  • Our guides are written by the Mi Socks team and link to their sources, such as the ADA, NIDDK, CDC and published research.
  • No doctor or podiatrist has reviewed our guides.
  • We sell the socks described on this site and earn money when you buy them.
  • Our how we write page explains our sources and how to report a mistake.
  • Our reviews policy explains how we collect and show customer reviews.

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