Best Badminton Shoes in India (2026)
Last updated: 16 October 2026 · 8 min read
Which badminton shoes should you buy in India, and how can you tell the sole will not mark the court? Here are three picks from three brands. One is a shoe that Nivia lists for badminton, volleyball, squash and table tennis. One is an intermediate-level shoe with an extended heel lock from Hundred. One is a shoe with high-bounce cushioning that Li-Ning India lists for intermediate to advanced players. The maker's own page for each one says the outsole is non-marking. This guide uses the makers' pages and Wikipedia, and it marks what is the maker's claim.
- Nivia lists it for four court sportsNivia Appeal 4.0 Badminton ShoeNon-marking hexagonal outsole with a round sole (per the page)
- Intermediate-level badminton shoeHundred Raze Pro II Badminton ShoesNon-marking, multi-layered outsole (per the page)
- Intermediate to advanced levelLi-Ning Ranger Force Badminton ShoesNon-marking outsole (per the page)
| Pick | Sole | Weight | Made in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nivia Appeal 4.0 Badminton Shoe | Non-marking hexagonal outsole with a round sole (per the page) | Not listed on the page | India |
| Hundred Raze Pro II Badminton Shoes | Non-marking, multi-layered outsole (per the page) | 330 g (per the page) | India |
| Li-Ning Ranger Force Badminton Shoes | Non-marking outsole (per the page) | 300 g per shoe, 600 g per pair (per the page) | Vietnam |
Compare two picks
Pick any two. The details come from the table above.
Our three picks
Nivia Appeal 4.0 Badminton Shoe
Verdict: A breathable shoe that Nivia lists for badminton, volleyball, squash and table tennis. The page gives no weight and no player level.
Nivia's page describes a non-marking hexagonal outsole with a round sole for multi-directional traction. The upper is durable synthetic leather reinforced with mesh panels. The midsole is Duofoam and the page names a soft NR EVA sockliner. The page gives India as the country of origin.
Nivia's page describes a dual-density foam collar that molds to the foot. These are the maker's claims. The page calls the shoe optimised for badminton, volleyball, squash and table tennis. It gives no weight.
Good
- The page describes a non-marking hexagonal outsole
- The maker says the mesh panels give cooling airflow
- The page lists the shoe as optimised for badminton, volleyball, squash and table tennis
Not so good
- No weight is given on the page
- No player level is given, so we cannot say which level it suits
- It is listed for four sports, not badminton alone
Check the exact model, current price, availability and seller policies at the retailer.
Hundred Raze Pro II Badminton Shoes
Verdict: An intermediate-level shoe with an extended heel lock. The page gives a weight but does not say whether it is one shoe or the pair, and it does not list the upper or midsole.
Hundred's India store lists the Raze Pro II as a badminton shoe for intermediate players, with an outsole type of non-marking. The page gives a weight of 330 grams but does not say if that is one shoe or the pair. It names India as the country of origin and Sunlight Sports Global Pvt. Ltd. as the manufacturer. The page does not list the upper or midsole materials.
Hundred names an X-Cushion sole and HexaFoam Pro technology, a multi-layered outsole, an extended heel lock and an Active Grip design. These are the maker's words. Hundred lists a plain Raze too, and that page lists 327 grams.
Good
- The page states a non-marking outsole
- The maker states an intermediate level
- The maker names an extended heel lock
- A weight is given on the page
Not so good
- The page does not say if 330 g is one shoe or the pair
- Upper and midsole materials are not listed
- Hundred lists both Raze and Raze Pro II on separate pages
Check the exact model, current price, availability and seller policies at the retailer.
Li-Ning Ranger Force Badminton Shoes
Verdict: A shoe the maker lists for intermediate to advanced players, with a clear weight on the page and high-bounce cushioning. The page does not name the upper material.
Li-Ning India's page lists the Ranger Force for intermediate to advanced players. The outsole type is non-marking. It gives the weight as 300 grams per shoe and 600 grams per pair. It describes high-bounce cushioning and a tough upper but does not name the materials.
The page names Vietnam Victory Shoes Company Limited as the manufacturer and gives Vietnam as the country of origin. It says the shoe is imported and marketed in India by Sunlight Sports Pvt. Ltd. These are the maker's statements. Li-Ning India also lists other badminton shoes, such as the Ultra. The product code on the maker's page starts with AYTV079.
Good
- The page states a non-marking outsole
- Weight is clear: 300 g per shoe and 600 g per pair
- The maker lists it for intermediate to advanced players
- The maker describes high-bounce cushioning
Not so good
- The upper material is not named on the page
- Li-Ning India also lists other badminton shoes such as the Ultra
Check the exact model, current price, availability and seller policies at the retailer.
How to choose
The sole. Wikipedia says badminton shoes are lightweight, with soles of rubber or similar high-grip, non-marking materials. All three picks list a non-marking outsole on the maker's own page.
Running shoes and badminton shoes. Wikipedia says players should choose badminton shoes rather than general trainers or running shoes, because proper badminton shoes have a very thin sole.
Weights. Wikipedia describes badminton shoes as lightweight. Li-Ning gives 300 g per shoe for the Ranger Force. Hundred gives 330 g for the Raze Pro II without saying if that is one shoe or the pair. Nivia gives no weight for the Appeal 4.0. In our view, compare only figures that are stated the same way.
Cushioning and sole. Nivia names a Duofoam midsole, Hundred names an X-Cushion sole and HexaFoam Pro technology, and Li-Ning describes high-bounce cushioning. These are the makers' own descriptions.
Size and fit. In our view, sizing can differ between brands, so read the size guide and, if you can, try the shoe on in a store.
Stated player level. Hundred lists the Raze Pro II for intermediate players and Li-Ning lists the Ranger Force for intermediate to advanced players. Nivia states no level for the Appeal 4.0. These are the makers' own descriptions.
Similar model names. Makers can list more than one shoe with a similar name. Hundred lists Raze and Raze Pro II as separate shoes with different pages, and Li-Ning India lists the Ultra and the Ranger Force.
Common questions
What is a non-marking sole?
Wikipedia says badminton shoes have soles of rubber or similar high-grip, non-marking materials. All three picks list a non-marking outsole on the maker's page.
Can I play badminton in running shoes?
Wikipedia says players should choose badminton shoes rather than general trainers or running shoes, because proper badminton shoes have a very thin sole.
Which of these three is the lightest?
We cannot rank them with confidence. Li-Ning states 300 g per shoe for the Ranger Force. Hundred states 330 g for the Raze Pro II but does not say if that is one shoe or the pair. Nivia gives no weight for the Appeal 4.0.
Which one is best for a beginner?
None of the three maker pages names beginners. Hundred states an intermediate level for the Raze Pro II. Li-Ning states intermediate to advanced for the Ranger Force. Nivia states no level for the Appeal 4.0.
Where does the information in this guide come from?
It comes from the makers' own pages and Wikipedia, listed under the sources. Opinion lines are marked as ours.
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Sources we used
Pages we read, checked on 16 October 2026. Shops change listings often, so details may differ when you look.