Features
Built for training
For running shoes, gym shoes and field or court sports: cushioning where the foot lands hardest and a stable base underneath.
Impact cushioning
Deep-absorption pads at the heel and ball of the foot, set into high-rebound EVA, soften every landing.
Structured arch support
A contoured arch and a metatarsal pad keep the foot well positioned inside the shoe.
Moisture-wicking top
A breathable microfiber top moves sweat away from the foot during long sessions.
Carbon-fiber-look base, TPU shell
A light carbon-fiber-look PU base and an anatomic TPU shell resist twisting and keep the insole’s shape session after session.
How it is built
Five layers, one job each
- Top coverBreathable, moisture-wicking microfiber
- Rebound layer3 mm high-density, high-rebound EVA, full length
- Deep-absorption padsDeep-absorption pads at the heel and ball of the foot, set into the EVA
- Shell2 mm anatomic TPU shell, heel to midfoot, with molded arch and metatarsal support
- BaseCarbon-fiber-look PU
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The three insoles
All three share an anatomic TPU shell with a contoured arch and metatarsal support, on a carbon-fiber-look PU base. Thickness, cushioning and top cover differ.
| Sports Performance | Comfort Every Day | Slim Fit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Running, gym, field and court sports | Walking, standing work, everyday shoes | Dress shoes, loafers, soccer cleats |
| Profile | 4.5–5 mm | 5.5–6 mm | 3–3.5 mm |
| Layers | 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Cushioning | High-rebound EVA with deep-absorption pads at heel and ball | 3 mm deep-absorption core between two super-rebound layers, plus a heel pad | Thin super-rebound foam and a deep-absorption heel pad |
| Top cover | Breathable, moisture-wicking microfiber | Perforated microfiber | Perforated genuine leather |
| Shell | Anatomic TPU shell with molded arch and metatarsal support | Anatomic TPU shell with molded arch and metatarsal support | Anatomic TPU shell with molded arch and metatarsal support |
| Base | Carbon-fiber-look PU | Carbon-fiber-look PU | Carbon-fiber-look PU |
| Sizes | EU 36–45 (US 5–12), sold in pairs | EU 36–45 (US 5–12), sold in pairs | EU 36–45 (US 5–12), sold in pairs |
Details
Good to know
How to fit them
- Choose your usual EU shoe size.
- Take the factory insole out of your shoe.
- Place the Step Balance insole with the heel right at the back and press it flat.
- Start with shorter periods: feet usually need a few days to get used to arch support.
Half size, such as 42.5? Choose the size below (42). Our insoles come in whole sizes, and the smaller one fits inside the shoe without pressing into the toe box.
Specifications
- Layers5
- Profile4.5-5 mm
- Materialsmicrofiber top, high-rebound EVA with deep-absorption pads, TPU shell, carbon-fiber-look PU base
- SizesEU 36–45 (US 5–12)
- Sold as1 pair
- DesignDesigned in Spain with specialist manufacturing partners
Care
- Hand wash with mild soap and cool water.
- Let them air dry completely before use.
- No washing machine, tumble dryer or direct heat.
- Take them out of your shoes now and then to air.
- Replace them once the cushioning feels flat; with daily use this is usually 6 to 12 months.
Please note
Step Balance insoles are comfort and sports accessories, not medical devices. If you have a diagnosed foot condition, ask a podiatrist or physical therapist which type of insole suits you.
Not sure which one to choose?
Our guide explains how to choose by shoe and by day, with references.
Reviews
What customers say on Amazon
“Comfortable and light”
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“Cómodas y ligeras”
“Really comfortable and high-performing”
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“Veramente confortevoli e performanti”
“…They were key until I had to replace them, by then in Santiago, after more than 900 km of use. Bought them again!”
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“…Determinanti fino a che ho dovuto sostituirle, ormai a Santiago, dopo più di 900 km di utilizzo. Riacquistate!”
These are a few reviews selected by Step Balance, not all of them. Each one comes from a review that Amazon marks as a Verified Purchase, which means Amazon confirmed the reviewer bought the product there. We pick recent 4- and 5-star reviews about fit, comfort and quality; the overall rating above includes every rating. Read all reviews on Amazon.co.uk →
Video
How to size and fit them
A short video: how to choose your size and fit the insoles in your shoes.
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