Budget Basketball Shoes

When people think of budget basketball shoes, there’s often a misconception that they don’t perform as well as flagship or signature models. While it’s true that brands cut costs by using less premium materials and tech in budget shoes, that doesn’t mean they can’t hold their own on the court. There are some excellent performance options available at lower price points.

At Weartesters, we follow a thorough and consistent methodology to evaluate every shoe we review. When we test budget basketball shoes, as with all the basketball shoes we test, each pair is worn on both indoor and outdoor courts over a minimum two-week period. This process ensures we break in the shoes properly, assess their performance in different environments, and understand how outdoor play affects durability. If you are interested, you can also check out our list of the best budget basketball shoes, our list of the best value basketball shoes, or our list of the best cheap basketball shoes.