Top Badminton Shoes for 2024

• Weight: 325g

A clear customer favourite, the Asics Rocket has been our best-selling beginner and intermediate shoe for a number of years. For the price, it's hard to beat! The updated Trusstic system in the latest Rocket 11 improves stability for quick side-to-side movements and the flexible upper facilitates for a more natural foot movement. The colour options change regularly but the performance is consistent year after year. The medium fit suits a lot of people too. Also available in White Lime Burst and Women's. 

“These sell out super fast every time we receive stock! One of our all time favourite mid-priced shoes loved by customers worldwide!”

• Weight: 250g

The ultimate streamlined shoe packed with technologies. The Power Cushion + offers great cushioning and improved responsiveness. The Syncro Fit Insole provides a closer fit for smoother movements and improved comfort. 

“I absolutely love the look of these shoes and they are a great choice for fast and agile players”

• Weight: 365g

The Boost technology in the Stabil Next Gen provides fantastic responsive cushioning. Added to this, the inner sling-cage stabilises the midfoot and the inner sock provides a glove-like fit around the heel and ankle. Made with Primeblue, a high-performance material made with 50% parley ocean plastic. 

“I love the fact that this shoe is made with Primeblue. Also one of the most supportive shoes on the market with its unique upper construction”

• Weight: 365g

This shoe has so many features, it's no wonder it's always so popular with intermediate through to professional players. Offering ASICS's GEL cushioning in both the rearfoot and the forefoot and extra stability from the midfoot reinforcement Trusstic System. Also one of our most durable shoes, it's sure to keep selling out quickly. 

“We've sold this shoe to a number of professional players over the years!”

• Weight: 365g

Designed in collaboration with Michelin. The OCS tread pattern increases stability and grip by 20%. The TPU frame also offers excellent ankle and heel support. A narrower fit than other brands which makes it a great choice for players with a slimmer foot. 

“Packed with technologies, this a really high performing shoe at this price point. Babolat are a lesser known brand in badminton but this shoe competes with the best and is proving super-popular”

• Weight: 370g

Back by popular demand, this is our best-selling wide fitting shoe made of lightweight synthetic Nubuck upper. The unique Natural Foot Shape technology in these Prince shoes+ follows natural foot movement for maximum comfort. 

“This iconic shoe is loved worldwide by players seeking a wider fitting shoe with maximum comfort.”

• Weight: 365g

One of our favourite lightweight shoes on the market right now. The Bounce midsole feels very responsive and the outsole offers just the right level of grip to allow quick directional changes. 

“Brilliant lightweight shoe and responsive feel!”

• Weight: 315g

This shoe offers a great combination of comfort and stability. The non-marking rubber outsole also offers excellent grip for explosive movements and an anti-blister insole for increased comfort.

“As used by Ashaway's sponsored players, a brilliant shoe for the price!”

• Weight: 330g

Karakal's lace loop system helps to prevent rolling in lateral movements. The High-Density insole increases shock absorption and provides maximum comfort. Also available in Red, Black, and White. 

“If you're looking for a wider fit shoe at a great price”

• Weight: 350g

With a Michelin design sole, the Babolat Shadow Tour offers incredible traction on all indoor court surfaces. As well as this, it uses DCS technology to create a dual-density sole which offers excellent shock absorption for a faster response. Also avilable in Ceramic Blue, Wide, Women's English Rose and Women's White Cockatoo. 

“This is a great looking shoe with some great features!”