14 Best Volleyball Shoes (Review) In 2022

ASICS is known by those in the healthcare industry as one of the best shoes to be on your feet in for twelve-hour shifts, but they also make stellar volleyball shoes as well. This lightweight pair is designed to reduce—and nearly eliminate—all drag when moving around on the court. They’re easy to clean and breathable, but the price range gets a bit dodgy.

Depending on your size, the price could jump up from the base to 3.0x of that price. It’s a little excessive, but they do offer a ton of sizes and half sizes to fit just about anyone. The non-marking rubber outsole and synthetic design make ASICS Women’s Gel Upcourt Volleyball Shoes durable and comfortable for long stretches of time. For more high-quality sports footwear, check out our guide to the best ultimate frisbee cleats.

Volleyballs sneakers never sounded so cool, huh? Nike makes excellent shoes, but they’re not without fault. In Nike Women’s Volley Zoom Hyperspike Training Shoes, there’s a great deal of attention to heel support from the collar to the reinforced TPU heel cup, but the cushioning in the insole doesn’t provide much support at all. There should be a balance of both, not extremes of one another. Cushioning does exist in the heel, it’s just very thin.

Depending on what style you choose from, they won’t be that breathable. Traction along the outsole is top-notch though, giving you unique padding along the bottom where pressure-activated points grip the court (or ground) beneath your feet, giving you unparallel control over your own movements. A solid shoe with an agreeable price range, but one that could have been improved upon. If you are also a fan of golf, you will definitely like some of the best golf shoes from our list, so be sure to check them out.

Indoor volleyball shoes need ridiculous grip to clutch the waxes floors of a court, and Nike’s got you covered. Nike Women’s Air Zoom Hyperace shoe includes a TPU cage that runs along the entire bottom of your foot, offering an extra wall of support where you need it most. The issue with that is that the break-in period is pretty long, about a month or so. That’s a testament to the durability of the shoe, but it can still be a rough adjustment period.

The Ultralight Zoom air system means you’ll have relatively no drag on your shoes, which is fantastic for all applications. When it comes to the price tag, it fluctuates based on sizing and style, so you’ll encounter big jumps in the final subtotal. While that can be a bit aggravating, this is one shoe that you’ll have for five or six years before needing to replace them, so the quality is definitely worth it. Our guide to the best wrestling shoes features more great sports footwear like this.

ASICS is at it again, providing optimal levels of comfort and support to those who need it most. ASICS Gel Rocket 5 volleyball shoe comes with their COURT system, or as it’s better known, the gel cushioning system. This provides shock resistance, stability, and makes the insole of these shoes last for absolute ages. One thing that won’t last is the laces: they’re stock laces that get dirty quickly, and the aglets will chip soon after use.

There’s a pressure-reducing system in place to distribute impact all across the outer shell of the shoe, as well as a removable sock liner that’s easy to clean. The sock liner is designed with orthopedics in mind, so you’d do well to take good care of it to get the most out of your shoes. We only wish that ASICS had made these in a wider variety of sizes, because as of right now, you can only get them in narrow. If you are also a fan of individual sports, check out our guide to the best racquetball shoes.

Girls volleyball shoes have this horrible habit of coming in narrow sizes, and few brands create a wide shoe. Mizuno fits in that category, because these definitely fit narrow. If that’s okay by you, you’ll be able to enjoy the AP+ midsole system that’s in place to absorb major amounts of shock throughout your games. Thanks to a synthetic construction and a non-marking rubber outsole, Mizuno Women’s Wave Bolt Volleyball Shoes are durable enough to last for years of use.

One oddity about these shoes is that they come with very short laces. It’s recommended to replace them with older laces, or buy new ones when you order these shoes. They come out to be just a bit too short to make a double knot. Stick every landing from your jumps and leaps with the flex grooves on the bottom of the shoe, and serve like a champion. For fitness enthusiasts, we have prepared the selection of the best spin class shoes, so be sure to check them out.

ASICS took the top spot for best sneakers for volleyball, and they just keep on dotting the landscape here—these come with equal levels of support, but a bit of a deficit on comfort. You’ll have an excellent rubber outsole to grip the court as you glide around, while the toe box keeps everything nice and snug in the best way possible. However, cushioning is minimal across the entire shoe, from the tongue padding to the collar.

It’s not recommended to wear ankle socks with ASICS Men’s Gel-Tactic Volleyball Shoe for that reason. Support is top-notch thanks to the Gel-Tactic system, which helps to absorb shock throughout the entire shoe. Men typically have wider feet than women, so this is designed to cradle impact in those specific points in your feet. Synthetic construction, durability to last for 2-3 years, and an excellent price range regardless of size. It’s a step down from our top pick, but still an outstandingly viable shoe for prime volleyball performance. You may also like some of the best cross country shoes from our list, so check them out.

High top volleyball shoes aren’t the most common thing that you’ll see, but Under Armour isn’t about what’s common; they’re all about what’s extraordinary. The performance you feel while your feet are in the Highlight Ace sneakers is stupendous, but since these are high tops, they’re going to undergo more stress than low-top sneakers. The padding in the ankle provides a two-way stretch that grants extra stability during use.

These shoes unfortunately only make it about 18 months on average, and sometimes upwards of two years. If you’re actually using them for volleyball, then you’re going to put this pair through its paces. You’ll also have to order half a size up to be on the safe side. The ultralight design keeps these prime for maximum mobility, while the quick-lacing system provides a perfect fit in record time. Excellent performance, just not a five-year pair of shoes.

Men’s volleyball shoes often come with the difficulty of needing to be wide, but also have enough support to withstand impact and shock. ASICS threw these together with a rubber compound outsole, which contains more actual rubber than standard shoes, and a FlyteFoam midsole technology to resist the pressures of the court. ASICS Men’s Netburner Ballistic Volleyball Shoes have a high presence of mesh, but we’re sad to report that it doesn’t add much to breathability.

The support system here is great, except when you get to your ankles. With minimal cushioning and a flat tongue pad, it’s contrasting against the other areas of the shoe that comes with immense support. You have a removable sock liner to help with cleaning and preventing fungal buildup, as well as a dual gel technology cushioning system that turns these shoes into mobile foot fortresses. If you are also a fan of winter sports, you will sure like some of the best snowboard boots from our list, so take a moment to check them out.

Adidas can make anything look fantastic, and that’s exactly what they’re done with the Dame 5. There’s multiple styles to choose from, each emblazoned with a different version of the same logo on the outside of the tongue. That logo’s going to be the first sign of degradation on these sneakers after about a year or use, but what won’t fade is the superior rubber outsoles and suede upper collar. Performance and comfort are perfectly balanced.

Breathability is not, though—the upper provides a bit too much insulation, so your feet won’t feel that cool breeze as often as we would have liked to see. Made of textile and synthetic materials, Adidas Men’s Dame 5 are built to last for years, and the bounce cushioning system is thee to ensure support for every one of those years to come. Our guide to the best kayaking shoes features some excellent water sports shoes, so be sure to check them out.

Some of the Best volleyball shoes out there come with a great deal of style attached as well. Adidas is the king of aesthetically appealing footwear, and this pair comes with a balance of performance and comfort that will have you feeling right at home in no time. The sprinttplate helps to stick landings and absorb shock, and works well with the non-marking rubber outsole. That’s great on the court, but it will catch debris and pebbles from walking around outside fairly easily.

Adidas Performance Women’s Energy Volley Boost Shoe only comes in a limited number of sizes though, which is a bit upsetting. If you can find a pair in your size, the synthetic and fabric design will cradle your feet perfectly, while the rubber insole gives a fair bit of support. With an abrasion-resistant exterior, these are some of the most flexible volleyball shoes we’ve ever seen. For some extra durable pairs of sports footwear, check out our reviews of the best triathlon shoes.

We’re climbing down to the bottom of this list, but there are still some fantastic picks to be had. Mizuno’s Z4 pair ended up making the ranks because of its supportive arch and mid-top design. The cushioning on the toe box and around the ankle are excellent, but the rubber insole doesn’t provide much coverage at all. It’s thin, and you’ll be able to feel the design of the shoe through them. We recommend getting an additional insole.

Mizuno’s sizing and pricing are exactly what you’d like to see in a volleyball shoe. With a synthetic construction and great ankle coverage, these are designed to last you for years to come, but there are some design flaws. The wing tips will show signs of discoloration and damage fairly quickly (mostly sweat from socks and humidity), so it’s important to keep that in mind.

By this point we’ve established that Mizuno is a good brand, but this sneaker hasn’t gotten a lot of love (not many reviews). After testing Mizuno Wave Tornado X2 ourselves, there’s definitely benefits and drawbacks. For one, the lacing system on this is a bit of a mess, since it’s cluttered and makes it hard to adjust it in between matches. The tongue and collar? Superior. The padding is top notch, and the support extends into the rubber insole.

When you get down to the design, it’s all about synthetic materials. That includes mesh, which would normally provide great breathability, but on the toe box it provides everything but. The extra-wide outsole helps with traction and sticking your landings, so you’ll be more confident to take a leap and land that spike over the net. You may also like some of the best parkour shoes from our list, so be sure to check them out.

ASICS sure does have a way with naming these shoe models, don’t they? ASICS Gel-Netburner Ballistic Volleyball Shoes comes in with some great benefits, like the affordable and normal pricing range that anyone can agree on. Everything is built to last and made of synthetic materials, but you might have a tough time keeping it clean after each match. The white mixed with the grooves on the toe box makes it a nightmare to clear off.

There’s also a low resting point for the tongue of the shoe, which can be a bit uncomfortable at times. The rubber insole is removable for cleaning, allowing you to prevent fungal infections from extended playtimes with nearly perfect accuracy. Altogether, it’s a solid shoe and worth the money, but not the best that ASICS has put out in terms of comfort. If you are also into fitness and workout, our guide to the best cross training shoes will help you find your perfect pair.

Mens volleyball sneakers are in less supply than women’s, so when we find a good quality shoe, it’s under even more scrutiny to perform well. Mizuno Men’s Wave Voltage Indoor Court Shoe is good, but there’s a reason that it’s the bottom of our list. You get a wave plate design that helps to evenly distribute shock across your whole foot, which minimizes the impact and feeling down to nothing. It’s built out of synthetics and textiles just like other Mizuno shoes, but doesn’t hold up as long.

This shoe is good for about 18 months, and not much more than that. The Dura Shield helps keep friction at bay when you stick a landing, but it appears to be used in place of higher quality rubber on the outsole, and just doesn’t hold up as well. It’s stylish, it’s well-designed with a comfortable collar, it’s just not your forever volleyball shoe. And if dancing is also one of your favorite activities, check out our top picks of the best shoes for Zumba.