Looking for an extra height boost, but don’t want to suffer through the pain of wearing high heels? Try a shoe lift. These handy inserts can be placed inside flat shoes to give you up to 4 inches of extra height, depending on the style. Many are often made with rubber, gel and extra padding to provide underfoot support and even help soothe pain from Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis or heel spurs. And as they offer extra height, they can also help correct a leg length discrepancy.
A good pair should be both durable and comfortable, so you almost forget you even have anything inside your shoe. To help narrow down the options on the market, we did some research and curated a list of shoe lifts for women. Keep reading to shop the best style for your needs.
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1. SOL3 Quick Lifts
Made with gel foam cushioning, these are designed to absorb shock and mold to your foot shape.
Key Features: An adjustable design allows for up to a half-inch boost of height. Also available in a 1-inch option.
Take Note: Some may find them to be a tad narrow.
2. Skyfoot Height Increase Insole
This option features a shock-absorbing honeycomb design and a height boost of 0.6, 1 or 1.4 inches.
Key Features: The top layer is made of durable, sweat-wicking fabric to promote a fresher foot environment.
Take Note: Some may find they feel bulky.
3. Dr. Foot Heel Lifts
These gel foam lifts are offered in two colors and three height options up to 1.4 inches tall.
Key Features: Should fit most shoes and keep sweat at bay. Includes a honeycomb design for shock absorption.
Take Note: Some may find them too wide.
4. Fumarst Heel Lifts
This option includes four silicone layers that can be stacked inside shoes for up to 1 inch of extra height.
Key Features: Suitable for various foot sizes. The top layer should be soft and breathable.
Take Note: May run slightly longer.
