| 91 | | $175 | From slabs to overhanging sport climbs, this all-around monster rules. |
| 89 | | $170 | These high performance slippers from La Sportiva work well in almost all arenas, from cracks to steep sport climbs. |
| 85 | | $185 | From tufas to granite boulders, these are a steep climbers dream. |
| 83 | | $180 | For toeing in on steep terrain, standing on small holds, and heel hooking the new Solutions do it all. |
| 82 | | $185 | For climbing where footwork is key, look no further than the Miura VS. |
| 77 | | $165 | This Velcro slipper is a great option for the trad climbers out there; it can edge and smear while still providing comfort in cracks. |
| 76 | | $165 | This shoe will give you confidence on the smallest of holds and the thinnest of cracks. |
| 75 | | $140 | The Up Lace shines in the multi-pitch trad realm - comfort, stiffness, and crack climbing abilities are the name of the game. |
| 74 | | $175 | Though not our least favorite shoe in the pack, they are certainly not the highest performing model we tested. |
| 72 | | $119 | For a high-performance shoe, it can be hard to find options that are under $150; the Lotus is a great shoe, at a reasonable price. |
| 72 | | $185 | Combines stiffness and support with an aggressive shape; a combination that makes it most at home in overhung, techy terrain. |
| 72 | | $185 | These shoes are great for vertical to steep sport climbing and bouldering. |
| 71 | | $200 | For toe hooks, heel hooks, and other steep-climbing shenanigans, these are the ticket. |
| 71 | | $154 | This downturned, stiff shoe is both sensitive and aggressive for toeing in to small holds on steep walls. |
| 70 | | $160 | This soft slipper makes for a comfortable and precise shoe for the intermediate climber. |
| 69 | | $160 | While they did moderately well in overall performance, the Evolv Shakra is impressive because of its comfortable design. |
| 67 | | $109 | The Finale is an unlined, lace-up shoe that focuses on comfort and versatility. |
| 60 | | $165 | The Hiangle performs like a soft slipper, but has a bit more adjustablility due to its Velcro strap. These shoes are sensitive, but cater to a narrower foot. |
