Best Insoles for Walking Boots 2024
Whether going for a walk around the park or an ambitious hike in the country, your favourite pair of boots is made to help you cover all sorts of terrain without bothering your feet. In reality though, often even the best boots need a bit of an upgrade with some insoles or footbeds to give you the right support, cushioning or overall comfort.
We know a thing or two about comfort at ShoeInsoles.co.uk, and we've put our insole experts to the test to come up with the definitive list of our very Best Insoles for Walking Boots. We'll cover all the top reasons you might be looking to give your boots a boost, with a tailored recommendation for each
Best All-Round Walking Boot Insoles
Winner: Superfeet Green Performance Insoles
Why We Love Them...
✔ Shock absorbing foam cushions the entire foot with every step
✔ Biomechanical shape corrects the step to evenly distribute foot pressure
✔ Versatile shape will comfortable fit almost all types of boots
Not the Best For...
✘ Those with especially high arches
✘ Running or sports
Editor's Verdict: The Superfeet Green Insoles are one of our very best sellers across all categories, and for good reason. They'll take pressure off the balls of your feet to keep you moving in comfort with their biomechanical shape, which can correct your gait to prevent high pressure 'hot spots' that can occur in walking boots as a result of unevenly distributed impact.
Best Shock-Absorbing Walking Boot Insoles
Winner: Sorbothane Shock Stopper Double Strike Insoles
Why We Love Them...
✔ Combine powerful shock-absorbing materials with moulded arch support
✔ Ideal for boots that cause intense pain in the heels and forefeet after a walk
✔ Viscoelastic material provides intense cushioning to reduce foot fatigue
Not the Best For...
✘ Especially tight-fitting boots
✘ Those with serious foot or toe deformities
Editor's Verdict: If your main problem is foot fatigue or general pain across your entire sole after a walk, the Sorbothane Shock Stopper Double Strike Insoles will be exactly what you're looking for. Absorbing shock while providing plenty of arch support and heel stability, these are the perfect option if your aim is cushioning rather than alignment.
Best Insoles for Winter Walking Boots
Winner: Pedag Viva Winter Insoles
Why We Love Them...
✔ Aluminium foil base and woollen top liner combine for a cosy feel and great insulation
✔ Middle layer of closed air cells provide an excellent thermal effect
✔ Built-in arch support and cushioning provide a great all-round comfort effect
Not the Best For...
✘ Boots with especially robust arch support already built in
✘ Use on hot summer days
Editor's Verdict: The natural materials of the woollen top layer of the Pedag Viva Winter Insoles provide a really nice feel under the sock, helping the insoles to noticeably boost the cosy feel of any walking boots or hiking boots. In addition, these winter insoles also feature an underside made of special aluminium foil which works to shield the feet from the cold ground, preventing the "frozen toes" effect on the coldest days.
Best Plantar Fasciitis Insoles for Walking Boots
Winner: Powerstep Original Full Length Orthotic Insoles
Why We Love Them...
✔ Full length contact design cradles the foot to increase stability
✔ Multiple layers of foam cushion the plantar fascia to relieve pain
✔ Also a great solution for back and joint pain for a full-body effect
Not the Best For...
✘ Unusually narrow types of boots
✘ Those with serious foot deformities
Editor's Verdict: There's good reason why the Powerstep Original Full Length Orthotic Insoles are some of the most frequently-recommended by podiatrists, and nobody will feel their benefit more than plantar fasciitis sufferers. Stabilising the foot with heel cradling, a total-contact design and semi-rigid arch support, these insoles are some of the best at correcting common misalignments, which makes them great for joint and back pain as well.
Best Walking Insoles for Work Boots
Winner: Sof Sole Airr Insoles
Why We Love Them...
✔ Polymer gel under the metatarsals cushions the ball of the foot to relieve pain
✔ Air capsules on the arch and heel provide an overall cushioning effect
✔ Cooling top layer keeps feet comfy and dry all day long, preventing friction and blisters
Not the Best For...
✘ Walking boots or work boots with little or no arch support
✘ Those with severe supination and pronation issues
Editor's Verdict: If you wear boots at your job, you'll probably be walking and standing for long hours, so cushioning the key pain areas (metatarsal, arch and heel) is the top priority. The Sof Sole Airr Insoles are designed for cushioning above all else, and will keep your feet feeling fresh and pain-free for hours.
Best Walking Boot Insoles for Tight-Fitting Boots
Winner: Vionic 3/4 Length Orthotic Insoles
Why We Love Them...
✔ 3/4 design aligns the foot while leaving room for your feet in tight or narrow boots
✔ Tri-planar motion control technology keeps your feet aligned during hikes
✔ Cushioned heel provides great shock-absorption upon contact with ground
Not the Best For...
✘ Those with metatarsal pain or splayfoot issues
✘ Use in wider footwear
Editor's Verdict: The Vionic 3/4 Length Orthotic Insoles are an obvious choice here, as they do the best job around of cushioning the heel and aligning your feet without the bulk further up the foot that can hurt the fit of tight or narrow boots. Offering great stability and motion control combined with a satisfying cushioned heel, these insoles are a perfect choice for almost any footwear that falls on the tighter side.
Give Foot Pain the Boot!
A long walk can be just what's needed for a bit of exercise or just to clear your head, but it'll impossible to enjoy if you feet are tired and achy. These insoles are tried and trusted by our staff and our customers, and are sure to be just what you need to enjoy your walking boots until the last step!
If you'd like to see all of the footbed and orthotics we stock for use in your walking and hiking boots, take a look at our Walking Boot Insoles category!
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