Shoe Insoles Market Report 2026

The shoe insoles market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.8 billion in 2025 to $6.15 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing incidence of foot-related disorders, rising awareness of posture correction, expansion of athletic footwear usage, growth of orthopedic product availability, increasing aging population.

The shoe insoles market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.78 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for personalized foot care solutions, rising focus on preventive healthcare, expansion of premium footwear accessories, growth of sports and fitness participation, innovation in lightweight and shock-absorbing materials. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for orthotic and medical-grade insoles, rising adoption of custom-fit shoe insoles, growing preference for sustainable insole materials, expansion of athletic and performance insoles, enhanced focus on foot health and comfort.

The increase in sports and athletic activities is expected to propel the growth of the shoe insoles market going forward. Sports and athletic activities refer to physical exercises or competitive games that involve skill, strength, and endurance. The growing health awareness, advancements in sports technology, increased accessibility to facilities, rising participation in fitness programs, and enhanced social media engagement promoting active lifestyles have provoked involvement in sports and athletic activities. Shoe insoles enhance comfort and performance during sports and athletic activities. These insoles provide additional cushioning, which helps to absorb shock and reduce the impact on the feet, ankles, knees, and hips. For instance, in October 2024, according to the Sports and Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), a US-based professional organization, team sports participation increased by about 11% in 2023 compared to 2022, adding nearly 8 million new participants. Therefore, the increase in sports and athletic activities drives the shoe insole market.

Key players in the shoe insoles market are focusing on developing performance-enhancing innovations, such as carbon fiber propulsion plates, to enhance energy return, stability, and running efficiency. Carbon fiber propulsion plates are thin, rigid components embedded within insoles that store and release energy during foot strike and toe-off, enabling improved propulsion, controlled foot motion, and reduced energy loss. For instance, in October 2025, Superfeet Worldwide, LLC, a US-based footwear insole manufacturer, launched Run Pacer Elite, a performance insole designed to support runners seeking enhanced speed and comfort. It features a full-length carbon fiber propulsion plate, responsive dual-density foam cushioning, and a sculpted heel cup for stability, improving running efficiency, energy return, and overall comfort during high-intensity athletic activity.

In October 2025, Coats Group plc, a UK-based manufacturing company, acquired OrthoLite Holdings LLC for approximately $770 million. With this acquisition, Coats aimed to strengthen and expand its footwear components business by adding premium insole technologies and accelerating growth in high-value footwear materials while enhancing sustainability and innovation capabilities. OrthoLite Holdings LLC is a US-based manufacturing company that specializes in developing and supplying open-cell foam technologies used in high-performance shoe insoles for global footwear brands.

Major companies operating in the shoe insoles market are Decathlon LLC, New Balance Athletics Inc., ASICS Corporation, Aetrex Inc., Bauerfeind AG, Superfeet Worldwide Inc., Profoot Inc., Sidas, Protalus LLC, Rehband, SOLO Laboratories Inc., FootBalance System Ltd., Footlogics, Pedag, PowerStep, Currex LLC, Enertor, Dr. Scholl's, Sof Sole, Formthotics, Spenco Medical Corporation, Birkenstock GmbH.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the shoe insoles market in 2025. The regions covered in the shoe insoles market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the shoe insoles market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The shoe insoles market consists of sales of products such as custom orthotic insoles, gel insoles, memory foam insoles, arch support insoles, and heated insoles. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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