Best Outdoor Pickleball Shoes

Looking for the perfect outdoor pickleball shoe? Whether you're a new player using running shoes or an experienced player who wants to try other options, we can help! Our playtesting team has spent countless hours testing ALL the outdoor pickleball shoes we offer looking for the best shoes in the following categories: All-Around, Comfort, Lightweight, Durability and Support.

Top 5 Outdoor Pickleball Shoes

Best All-Around: KSwiss Express Light Pickleball

Classic KSWISS comfort in a lightweight shoe that doesn't skimp on support or breathability.

What makes it great: One of our most popular pickleball shoes for both men and women, the Express Light combines comfort and breathability with lightweight performance. Every step is a comfortable one thanks to KSwiss' K-EVA midsole for cushioning. The Aosta 7.0 outsoles connect you to the court for sure-footed traction on every sprint to the kitchen.

Best Comfort: Skechers Viper Court

Extensive use of mesh in the uppers brings comfortable flexibility and breathability, while the Ultra Flight midsole offers a plush ride.

What makes it great: The Viper Court is a lightweight, responsive court shoe that's the perfect partner for quick sprints and lateral movements during pickleball. The shoe features a breathable mesh upper with synthetic leather overlays for optimal comfort and support. The Ultra Flight midsole offers responsive cushioning, while the Arch Fit insole provides podiatrist-certified arch support. You’ll also enjoy optimal footing and durability thanks to the Goodyear Rubber Performance Outsoles.

Best Lightweight: Fila Double Bounce 3

Fila builds off years of court performance footwear to bring the Double Bounce 3 to pickleball. Light and comfortable, the Double Bounce 3 offers a fast-feeling ride to help you cover the court.

What makes it great: Step into the Double Bounce 3 for an excellent blend of value and performance. The uppers are made from synthetic leather and feature perforations for breathability along with a mesh tongue. An energized, shock-absorbing midsole combines with a TPU midfoot shank for a responsive and stable ride. Fila's Evergrind rubber outsole provides players with traction and durability for covering the court.

Best Durability: Asics Dedicate 8 Pickleball

This stable and durable shoe also offers lots of comfort and cushioning.

What makes it great: The Dedicate 8 Pickleball shoe is not only a great value, but it also offers lasting durability and a high level of support. Asics' High Abrasion Rubber outsole compound is built to last, while the multi directional tread pattern supplies traction on court. Offering plenty of cushioning with Asics' signature GEL technology in the midsole, the Dedicate 8 ensures you'll find a responsive ride every time you hit the courts.

Best for Support: Skechers Viper Court Pro

Skechers' top of the line Viper Pro is the shoe of choice for Skechers' team of pro players and is also a great choice for aspiring players. This pickleball specific shoe was designed to be a lightweight, responsive court shoe, catering to the quick sprints and lateral movements needed in pickleball.

What makes it great: The Viper Court Pro features a blend of mesh and synthetic materials in the upper for breathability, comfort, support and durability. Underfoot the Ultra Flight midsole offers a responsive and fast-feeling ride that's also big on comfort. This shoe also features the Skechers Arch Fit insole for podiatrist-certified arch support. The design is complete with a Goodyearš Gold compound outsole that's built for increased durability to allow the elite player to perform controlled slides specifically on the pickleball court surface.

Honorable Mention: KSwiss Pickleball Supreme

Speedy, comfortable and secure the Pickleball Supreme is a premium court shoe from KSWISS.

What makes it great: The Pickleball Supreme offers a collection of technologies to bring top level performance to your footwork. The upper has been constructed with Durawrap Flex for premium support, while keeping a flexible feel as you sprint around the court. A molded EVA sock liner provides a secure and locked-in fit thanks to its one-piece construction. Underfoot, the midsole features KSwiss' Surge 7.0 for maximum energy return on every step, while the midfoot shank helps maximize lateral stability. For lasting performance the shoe features an Aosta 7.0 outsole and is beefed-up with Dragguard 7.0 for added protection for players who like to slide into their shots.

Our Testing Methods and Criteria

Our best outdoor pickleball shoe list is composed of a variety of our best-performing shoes based on our playtesters' feedback. We tested each one under similar conditions. The best pickleball shoes in each category made up our top 5 list.