9 Best Squash Shoes for 2024

9 Best Squash Shoes for 2024

In this blogI’m going to tell you what I think are the 9 best squash shoes on the market today:

• Asics Gel Fastball 3
• Asics Blast FF 3
• Asics Gel Rocket 10
• Asics Gel Renma
• Asics Gel Tactic
• Adidas Stabil Bounce
• Harrow Typhoon
• Adidas Stabil Next Gen
• Eye S-Line

I’ll also list out the main squash shoe brands and answer some frequently-asked questions below. But for now, let’s get to the list.

It’s a little tricky to put together a list of the best squash shoes, and I’ll tell you the first reason why;

In this world, some people have small feet and some people have large feet. Therefor, the brands of the shoes are make in different sizes. But people knew that, there are different kinds of feet on all different types of players as;

• Narrow feet
• Big toes
• Small toes
• Flat feet
• High arches
• Young player
• Old player
• Fast mover
• Slow mover
• Heavy-set?
• Ali Frag

*just children, doesn’t exist

Another problem is there I have to face when making shoes

Shoe manufacturers are weird.

?For a moment, I want you to create, the perfect squash shoe-one is most famous with squash players at both the beginners and pro levels, that sells in high quantity year after year.it is just the right blend of soften, weight, comfort, durability, and fashion.

Ok, are you guess the imagining the perfect shoes?

You should show that you are in the shoe business, and not only that, but this complete shoe happens to be in your product lineup

What would be your next step?

?You’d stop making the shoe.?

I’m not joking.?

?All the time this happens. I have been running this article for over five years, and I have seen it going up to up again. When a shoe will come out, squash players will test it out, it will become famous in this fashion.

By chance people all around the world started to buy it in large quantity like pros club players and many others. Then the shoe company stops making this brand. They provide an update design that powerless different from that designed which everyone like and love.

Why this happen is done in this world? I did not know. There may be a good reason for it. Perhaps they are increasing a little too much glue down at the factory of the shoe. Then the other reason may be, we cannot control on it, so we just have to play a great roll with it.?

Considering everything I said above, please remember two things;

Firstly, when you buy shoes, you need to test them out for yourself. There is no? action for this.the quality of shoes that work for my weird feet might not work for your weird feet.

?Secondly, if you love a specific set of shoes, you should buy multipal pairs of shoes so that you may have a prop reason to stop it.

On the other hand, you might know how the whole illness condition has messed with creative supply chains across the whole world?especially it is true for squash shoes.on more thing Asia is one country in which manufacturing is done.asia is one country which is upset by coronavirus virus and shutdowns.on the other hand the shoe companies have been changed their efforts to make outdoor shoes like running shoes with their limited opportunities. Which are selling better in the world. Now I am going to tell myself and say it again except in caps; buy multiple pairs, if you like a squash shoe

ASICs Gel Fastball 3

This shoe is in very low quantity .people can only buy them in sm,shoe size sizes.the people?

Review: Asics Gel Rocket 10

NOTE: this shoe is in very low supply right now. You can only buy it in small shoe sizes. If you have larger feet, one option is to click Search > eBay under Sponsored Links above and choose your local eBay site. There are some sellers from Japan selling the latest colorways and delivering internationally. I have purchased two pairs this way (to the USA). I know this won’t work for everyone, so my suggestion if you are looking for an alternative high-end shoe is Asics Blast FF3.

The Asics Gel Fastball 3 is my pick for the best overall shoe right now. It’s the shoe I’m personally using at the moment and it’s also the choice of several pro players.

The Fastball offers a low profile, meaning a relatively thin sole, so you feel “close to the court” as you’re scrambling around. Despite the thin sole, it’s still got good cushioning because Asics has put some of their more advanced technologies into this shoe.

I’ve been using the Fastball 3 for over six months and so far found them to have very good durability. They have a strong but lightweight plastic reinforcement around the toe to protect against wear from foot drag. There’s not too much visible stitching on the shoe — meaning there are fewer weak points for the shoes to come apart.?

I personally like the cosmetics of this line of shoes. They have some bright color choices, so they are far from boring, but at the same time the designs aren’t crazy over the top.?

This shoe has some of the nicest insoles I’ve seen. They are removable, so if you wear orthotics, or just want to let your shoes air out after playing, you can slide them out. The insoles are a little more rigid than others on the market, so it’s easy and quick to slot them back into the shoe.

Another nice thing about these shoes is they are available in the US, UK and Europe. So I can be fairly confident that they’ll be available to most Squash Source readers.

If there’s one drawback to these shoes it’s the price. They are on the expensive side, but in my opinion they’re worth the extra cost.

Asics Blast FF 3

I purchased the Blast FF 3 recently on the recommendation of one of my affiliates. So far I have tried it out once on court and felt the comfort and grip was excellent.

Normally I would test out a shoe for a longer period before putting it on my list of best squash shoes, however there are some serious supply problems in the indoor court shoe market right now. My favorite shoe, the Fastball 3, is severely low in availability, so I wanted to give an alternative high-end Asics shoe as soon as possible.

In addition to the recommendations I’ve heard and my own initial testing, I’m also aware that this particular Blast FF range has been used by several pro squash players, so overall I feel confident in recommending it.

Asics Gel Rocket 10

The Asics Gel Rocket range has been hugely popular over the years because you get a decent shoe at a very reasonable price.

I’ve been testing the Asics Gel Rocket 10 for several weeks now and I’m happy with it. I actually like it better than the previous Rocket 9. The new model grips the court better, and I also happen to like the design a little better.

This is the least expensive shoe on my list. If you want something even cheaper, try the Asics Upcourt, but beware that those shoes are not very durable (or at least the original version that I tested was not durable).

Asics Gel Renma

The Asics Gel Remna is a new model from Asics that first appeared in 2021. This is a shoe aimed at the pickleball market, but I have tried it out for the squash court and found it to be excellent for the price.

The grip on court is very good right out of the box. There was absolutely no break-in time for these. The stability of these shoes is also very nice. Your foot feels very secure in the them. Finally the Renma also have good cushioning for your knees. All in all, they’re a great option.

The downsides of these are firstly that the extra cushioning means they are a little bit heavier and higher off the ground than the Asics Gel Fastball. If you want the speediest shoe, get the Fastball. If you want a little more cushioning, try the Renma. Another issue that’s on my radar is the toe of these shoes is not very breathable, which might result in some stinky shoes. I’m going to be keeping an eye on that over the course of the next few months to see how it pans out.

Asics Gel Tactic

OK, I know this is the FOURTH Asics shoe I’ve recommended already. Asics is a huge player in the court shoe market and they have a ton of good models. I’ll get to some other brands in a sec.

The Asics Gel Tactic has been one of my go-to recommendations for a few years now because it’s a very good all-around shoe, for a competitive price. It’s hard to beat the value for money of this shoe.

The Tactic has a fairly basic design — no special bells and whistles — but what sets it apart is a bit of extra cushioning in the sole. You can find cheaper shoes (see the Gel Rockets above) but those tend to have a bit less support and stability.

A number of pro squash players have worn prior versions of this shoe, which tells you that in addition to being competitively priced, this shoe clearly can stand up to the rigors of the pro game.

One caveat on the Gel Tactic: they keep changing the design (of course). The older versions are good shoes too, if you can find them.

Adidas Stabil Bounce

The Adidas Stabil Bounce are a nice little choice. I played with them a few years ago and found them very cushioned. I also love the designs. The only downside of these was they weren’t super durable.

These are going out of print soon but you can still find some available.

Harrow Typhoon

I played with these a couple years ago primarily, but I’ve kept them in my shoe bin to this day because they are comfortable to wear. They have good cushioning and a roomy toe box.?

These shoes had good grip on the squash court. Nowadays they are serving occasionally as my clay-court tennis shoes.?

These are available in the US.

Adidas Stabil Next Gen

This one’s a bit of a wildcard. I have tried these shoes on court but never played with them in a game.?

These are the highest-end shoe in Adidas’s range and it’s hard to tell from the photos but they feel high end in the hand. There are little design touches around the shoe that feel really well thought-out, from the lacing down through the design of the sole.

Just looking at the photos, I thought these looked quite bulky, but in person and on my feet, they actually felt very light despite having a promising amount of cushioning.

Eye S-Line

The Eye S-Line models come in a variety of bold color options and are very popular on the pro circuit.

I tested these out and I’m gonna be honest, these shoes hurt my feet after a while. The soles are not cushioned enough for my 45-year-old feet.

The reason I’m including them on this list is SO many pro players use them that it would feel almost weird not to mention these.

Why Trust My Opinion

I’ve been playing squash since I was a teenager, including playing 4-5 times per week and playing in leagues and tournaments. I’ve also been running this blog for ten years now, so I’ve seen a lot of squash shoes come and go.

My general approach is to test out as many shoes as I can reasonably get my hands on. I’ll play with them for a few weeks before reviewing them. For each review I’m able to do, I like to take account of the shoe’s grip, weight, cosmetics, durability, and overall comfort. I also read all the comments on Squash Source to get an idea of what other people are saying.

Squash Shoe FAQ

What are the top squash shoe brands?

Here are some brands of squash shoes I’ve covered so far on Squash Source. Sometimes these brands make squash-specific shoes, and other times they make shoes for other indoor court sports like handball, volleyball or badminton that also can be used for squash.

What is special or different about squash shoes?

The most important thing about squash shoes is they must be non-marking. Meaning, they will not leave marks on the squash court.?

Oftentimes, non-marking shoes will literally say “non-marking” on the sole. Other times you need to read the product description to find out.?

Here are some things for you to consider:

• Grip – do the shoes give you good traction?
• Durability – how well do the shoes hold up over time?

Can you use volleyball/handball/badminton shoes for squash?

Yes. Those are indoor court sports. Many of the bestselling squash shoes are aimed at those markets but will be non-marking and perfectly fine for squash.

Can you use running shoes for squash?

No. Sorry. There is a chance they will leave permanent black marks on the squash court floor. I wouldn’t risk it.

Can you wear squash shoes outside?

Well…. I don’t.?

I’m possibly a bit of a purist but I don’t want to get dirt and other outdoor gunk on my squash shoes.?

For one thing, I feel like that will damage or dirty the squash courts. But more importantly, I feel like that will negatively impact how well my shoes grip the court. I don’t want to risk getting injured, even over something small like that.

How long do squash shoes last?

It depends on how you drag your feet on court and whether your shoes are sturdy at those spots.?

Aside from foot drag, the other thing that can send shoes to the graveyard is foot odor. Check out my article on how to deal with squash shoe odor for some tips on dealing with stink.