How we score. Our podiatrists rate every insole 1–5 on Arch support (height & contour), Cushioning, Rigidity (motion control vs. flexibility), Heel cradle (deep cup for alignment & fat-pad protection), and Slim fit (how many shoes it fits into). These are the over-the-counter insoles we most often recommend before moving to custom orthotics — matched to your condition. Not a substitute for a gait exam; a custom orthotic is molded to your foot when an OTC insole isn’t enough.
| Insole | Type | Best for | Arch | Cush | Rigid | Heel | Slim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PinnaclePowerStep | Semi-rigid neutral | ||||||
| Pinnacle MaxxPowerStep | Max-support angled | ||||||
| Pinnacle LowPowerStep | Low-profile neutral | ||||||
| GreenSuperfeet | High-arch rigid | ||||||
| BlueSuperfeet | Medium-arch balanced | ||||||
| Adapt RunSuperfeet | Cushioned flexible | ||||||
| PaceTread Labs | Replaceable firm arch | ||||||
| RambleTread Labs | Cushioned casual | ||||||
| StrideTread Labs | Everyday medium | ||||||
| ActiveVionic | Flexible orthotic | ||||||
| Relief Full-LengthVionic | Deep-heel orthotic |
Score bar = 1–5. See our full guides: best insoles for standing all day · plantar fasciitis · flat feet · the full Shoe Index. Compare the brands in this table: PowerStep vs Superfeet · which PowerStep model to pick. By condition: flat feet & overpronation · high arches & supination · metatarsalgia · sesamoiditis · custom vs over-the-counter orthotics.