8 Best Insoles (Review) In 2022

We’re putting our best foot forward and getting this review started with our Best Choice product recommendation from Superfeet, a brand who’ve been around since 1977. These are their Professional Grade Green orthotic insoles which are designed for both performance and comfort and are real heavyweights in terms of their absolute amity to help support your feet. They’re nothing short of legendary in the world of insoles! Fit wise, the Green insole is designed for high profile, high arch support and is intended to deliver the maximum amount of support. Not only will your feet naturally benefit from wearing these best insoles, but they also promote better ankles, knees, back, spine and overall body alignment and comfort.

What makes these insoles stand apart from much of the competition is that deep heel cup which has been anatomically sculpted to help alleviate pain and discomfort. The insoles themselves have also been treated with a non-anti-bacteria coating which means that they actively fight against odors and unhealthy feet by reducing the opportunity for unwanted bacteria to grow. They’re stable, supportive and with that high density closed cell foam layer, can sliver all day long durable comfort. If you have difficulties breakong in your new shoes, check out our guide to the best shoe stretchers.

Our Premium Pick best insole is all about providing shock absorption for maximum comfort and support. The Powerstep Pinnacle features durable EVA form with a plush top layer of variable cushioning technology to amplify the comfort and support from your shoe. It features a semi-rigid yet still flexible arch with provides reliable, firm support and cradles your heel area. This is important because it ensures a better range of motion control when both walking and running wearing the Powerstep Pinnacle insoles. If you are unfortunate enough to suffer from Plantar Fasciitis, then the cushioning support is going to help alleviate some of that pain.

The Powerstep Pinnacle is also made with something called Variable Cushioning Technology (VCT) which is a high-performing foam that can contour and conform more easily to the wearer’s foot. With its anatomical shaping, it can really provide a good amount of arch support while also securely cradling the heel. This is what makes this such a fantastic insole for helping treat a variety of foot issues from plantar fasciitis to moderate pronation. Thanks to that dual-layered cushioning this really is one comfortable insole that will make you and your feet happy all day long.

Timberland has been producing high-quality, durable working boots for professional tradespeople since 1999 so it stands to reason that they would also have a vested interest in the overall foot health and comfort of the wearer’s feet inside one of their premium boots. With these Timberland Pro Anti-Fatigue Insoles, you can work long shifts and still feel comfortable thanks to shock absorbing Ortholite technology. These energy returning insoles are the perfect compliment to their tough as nails boots!

With their anatomically contoured design which supports those important weight-bearing pressure points at the ball of the foot and the heel, they deliver maximum support in reducing overall fatigue. While they fit hand in glove with your Timberland boots, they’ve also been designed to work with any brand of shoe or boot of your choosing. They can be hand washed plus they are breathable, moisture wicking and feature antimicrobial protection which controls unwanted doors. They’re durable and well constructed yet are also lightweight and really do deliver all day long comfort. To take care of your shoes, check out our guide to the best shoe protection sprays.

Back to Superfeet for our next product recommendation and we’re looking at their Orange Insoles which are again designed to fit high profile and high arch problem feet. These Superfeet High Arch Orange insoles naturally and organically control foot odors by eliminating odor-causing bacteria. They also feet a deep yet narrow heel cup with expertly position the heel so that it can readily absorb impact. Alongside that deep heel cup, they also feature a reinforced stabilizer cap which supports then entire rear foot.

Their slimline biomechanical shape helps to stabilize the foot and reduce overall stress to the ankles and knees as well as providing comfortable support. Superfeet Orange insoles are specifically engineered for people who value having a little extra spring in their step! The provide legendary support, and the insoles take the pounding so that your feet don’t have to. They’ve also been thoughtfully designed with a friction-control top which helps eliminate troublesome blisters from forming.

If you, unfortunately, suffer from flat feet as opposed to high arches, then you’re going to be interested in our next best insoles from Nazaroo, their Performance Insoles. With an anti-microbial coating, these high performing insoles can help reduce foot fatigue and deliver day-long comfort and protection.  These functional style inserts naturally help to distribute and minimize foot pressure by deeply cradling the heel and providing lots of shock absorbing cushioning from the built-in latex pad.

Made from high-tech composite materials, these Nazaroo Performance Insoles help to keep your feet comfortable and fresh by taking up moisture and sweat. They’re perfect for both men and women and can easily be adapted to fit inside running shoes, work boots, dress shoes or even your slippers. They represent incredible value for money and are a durable, resilience and comfortable choice, perfect for use by anyone who spends long periods of the day on their feet such as doctors, cures, teachers, chefs and all kinds of service industry professionals.

Specially designed by a podiatrist, our next best insole selection is the ViveSole Plantar Fasciitis insole which delivers firm foam support and is naturally shaped to mimic the biomechanics of the foot. It’s a full-length orthotic that can stabilize and protect the foot from the toes to the heel and effectively relieves metatarsal and heel pain which can be attributed to having flat feet or overpronation.

This insole is particularly suited to any looking to find some respite from painful Plantar Fasciitis and overall delivers a moderate firmness. It’s designed from an anti-microbial fabric which naturally wicks away sweat and odors. Besides helping to bring relief from foot pain, this insole can also help alleviate leg and back pain too.

Sometimes there’s just no way around it. If you work in a job that regularly requires you to be standing on your feet for a large part of the day, they’re inevitably going to get tired, achy and generally feel fatigued. That doesn’t mean however that you should have to put up with foot pain. Dr. Scholl has specially designed these massaging gel insoles for anyone who works long hours and needs some respite. Utilizing the brands signature gel technology, they’re comfortable and supportive and help to absorb shock and impact so that your lower legs don’t end up taking all of the impact. This massaging gel insole can actually absorb multiple times your own body weight which will significantly help to counteract the general pain and fatigue you can feel if you are on your feet all day long.

The other benefit of Comfort Energy Work Massaging Gel Insoles from market leader Dr. Scholl is that they’ve not been designed for use only with one particular pair of shoes. They’re a versatile insole and work just as well in a dress shoe as they do a work boot for example. You can even pop them inside your running shoes. You’ll notice on the bottom of the insole there are a convenient set of score marks which neatly correspond to shoe sizes so that they can be totally tailored and cut to fit. Be sure to also check out our list of the best running shoes for metatarsalgia for more great items.

If you enjoy an active and energetic lifestyle, chances are that your feet will experience some discomfort from time to time. That’s only natural, and it’s what our next best insole from Dr. Scholl is all about. Featuring their Odor X brand technology, this Ultracool insole is all about keeping your feet fresh, and feeling energized when you’re on the move. The insole has been designed with Aricool vents which go one step further in really promoting airflow. What that means for your feet is that they remain comfortable and cool but also odor free.

Odor X Bran Technology is proven to protege from foot and shoe odor by neutralizing any smells. That’s because these Comfort Energy UltraCool insoles are made from a breathable and moisture-wicking top cloth. These are the ideal insoles to provide long-lasting cushioning and all day long support. For generally tired and achy feet, these can’t be beaten. To keep all your footwear fresh, check out our guide to the best shoe deodorizers.