Also, check for any bruises, dark spots, mold, or wrinkles. If the kiwi is bruised, shriveled, or has mold, then the kiwi is not good for eating and is probably overripe.
[header] How to choose kiwis [title] Inspect the outer skin. [step] Inspect the outer skin's color and texture. A ripe kiwi's skin is brown and fuzzy.