Although beauty boutiques are now open for business after the long lockdown, appointment waiting times, in some cases could be weeks. If you're looking for a salon worthy pedi, it'll have to be a DIY job, so you will want the best foot spa to suit your every need.
At the least, a good spa will be relatively compact, or easy enough to move around the home. If you're after a bit more than a warm foot bath, there's more advanced models out there that will allow you to control the temperature, incorporate bubbles or even opt for a soothing massage.
A foot spa is not only a great cosmetic must-have to keep at home for a bit of luxury, it's also worth investing in a good foot file for aftercare. Cosmetic or not, it's a good solution to consider if you suffer with aches and pains in your feet too.
Foot spas are widely available so the good news is, whatever your budget you'll be able to find something suitable for your needs.
We found most of our top deals on Amazon, including bestsellers from Revlon and MaxKare, keep reading below to see the full guide.
How To Choose The Right Foot Spa
So, what exactly should you be looking for in a foot spa? There are some key features to bear in mind:
Heating
For longer soaks, look for a foot spa that includes a built-in heating unit so you won't have to worry about topping up the water mid-way through.
While many of the higher-end models include integrated heating units, more basic models don't so it's worth checking before you buy. Fancier models will even maintain a toasty temperature for the duration of your soak.
Size
The size of the unit itself is an important, but often overlooked, feature - particularly if you have larger feet. For the best experience, look for a foot spa with enough room to fit both of your feet inside while allowing the water to reach your ankles.
Additional Features
Depending on which foot spa you buy, it may come with a host of additional features such as bubble jets, vibration, timers and massage rollers.
While some models only allow you to turn the unit on and off, higher-end models are equipped with a range of settings allowing you to customise your experience at the click of a button.
Even better, some foot spas will come with attachments or pedicure kits that include brushes, pumice stones and even nail scissors.
Best Foot Spas To Buy
1. Hayan Foot Spa
Best Overall Foot Spa
If you're looking for something that's convenient for home use, doesn't take up too much room and is nice and cost-effective, the Hayan Foot Bath is ideal.
The foot bath is completely foldable, folding down to 2.5 inches which is great for storing in smaller places and with a handle integrated into the design, it can easily be hung up for storing too.
A simple to navigate pop in and out frame allows you comfort in an instant, just add water at your preferred temperature.
Rollers and massage bumps in the design stimulate the acupuncture points of the foot, helping to promote blood circulation and other wellness properties.
Key features: Folds away neatly for convenient storage.
2. Gelli Inflatable Foot Spa
Best Foot-Soak Foot Spa
Steer away from conventional and treat yourself to some inflatable luxury instead.
Firebox's Inflate Foot Spa is a nice affordable quirk, it's also super simple to inflate - just add some breath.
Included in the set are sachets of powder, when added to water creates the funky gel texture, that's safe for skin, stain-free and softens hard soles.
The gel offers a soothing massage for tired feet and is easily discarded down the loo afterwards.
Key features: Inflatable foot spa (no electricity needed), includes essential oil and pedicure set
3. Rio Deluxe Footspa and Massager
Best Budget Foot Spa
Indulgence on a budget? That's something we can all get behind, for under £40 the Deluxe Footspa from Rio is a top contender.
It features reflexology foot rollers, these help to massage pressure points in your feet, while gentle vibrations ensure a deep massage. Hydro-therapy jets soothe achy and tired muscles.
What's more, with the inclusion of infrared LED's, a water heating system and aromatherapy diffusion, you can get a complete salon experience with this nifty must have.
Depending on the experience you're after, you can choose between different spa settings, including massage only, heat only, heat and massage or heat with bubbles.
Key features: Vibration massage. One massage function. Spa settings that include massage only, heat only, heat and massage, heat and bubbles.
4. MaxKare Foot Spa
Best Luxury Foot Spa
MaxKare's Foot Spa is a top pick and boasts three functions in one to deliver a relaxing experience, ideal for a little bit of indulgence.
Boasting heating functions between 35℃ and 48℃, pampering bubbles and a relaxing dose of vibrations - you can use all three functions at once or separately.
You can set the most favourable temperature for you, there's also a small box where you're able to distribute any salts or minerals you wish to add.
There's four removable, manual massaging rollers which are perfect for applying pressure to accupoints.
Key features: Temperature control. A small removable case set within the massager to put bath salts, and removable massage rollers.
5. Beurer FB35
Best Foot Spa For Dry Feet
A practical design, boasting a lot of luxury features to provide sheer bliss for your toes, simply pop in water and this foot spa from Braun does the rest.
With integrated vibration and bubble massages to soothe stressed soles, as well as magnetic and infrared light therapies to stimulate blood circulation, you can even add your favourite essential oils to enhance your sessions.
With a handy splash guard in place to prevent spills, you won't have any clear up to do afterwards. This set gets mega bonus points for including three interchangeable accessories, a circulation brush, massage attachment and a corn/callus removing tool.
Key Features: Vibration massage, magnetic field therapy and optional infrared light function. Includes three pedicure attachments - cornea remover, brush and massage attachment.
6. HoMedics MySpa
Best Portable Foot Spa
MySpa from HoMedic is easily folded down making it one to think about if you're worried about storage.
Thanks to vibration massage as well as stimulating nodes at the base of the spa you'll be hitting the right pressure points and can control how intense of a massage you need by applying more or less manual pressure.
Key Features: Folds away, includes a luxury vibration massage and suitable for size 12 feet.
7. Revlon Foot Spa
Best Foot Spa For Arthritis
For ultimate indulgence, Revlon's Foot Spa is the perfect tool to create a salon-worthy pedi from the comfort of your own home.
Featuring smart, True heating functions, the spa heats water and maintains it to your preferred temperature for long lasting relaxation. There's also a bubble function which acts quietly, so you can really zone out and enjoy some time unwinding.
The spa is foldable for convenient storage and features a small case suitable for popping in any essential oils or bath salts for aromatherapy.
Key Features: Maintains heat temperature, quiet noise level, folds away, includes essential oils case.
8. Turejo Foot Bath
Best foot spa for large feet
The Turejo foot spa will give you a luxury hot foot soak to keep your feet toasty and hydrated for reduced fatigue and swelling.
The foot spa comes with a heating element that maintains water at selected temperature (95-118°F), saving you the hassle of filling hot water or the temperature dropping.
It comes with three auto massage modes that offer you pumice stone, oxygen bubbles and infrared lighting designed to remove hard skin, improve circulation.
Key features: Ideal for large feet (up to size 14), motorized rollers, three massage modes and pumice stone.
9. Entil Foot Spa
Best foot spa for athletes
The Entil foot spa includes electric massage rollers, and there's no need to roll your feet back and forth, so you can sit back and relax.
You get three different massage frequencies - a continuous and strong massage, intermittent and gentle.
The oxygen bubbles will increase the air fluidity of the foot bath, making your feet have a more comfortable experience and you can also set your favourite foot bath water temperature and foot bath time, to suit you needs. Just perfect.
Key features: Upgraded bubble and vibration function, the timing function and rapid heating and a pedicure stone.
10. MSmask Foot Spa
Best Heated Spa
The MSmask electric foot spa massager relaxes the feet and comes with added benefits such as a heater, massage rollers, bubble jets, and promotes blood circulation - all you need for a good night's sleep.
Sit back and roll the feet back and forth on the six massage rollers dotted with acu-nodes. The bubble vibration effectively relaxes your soles and adds more comfort to your foot spa bath massage.
Key features: Adjustable heating timer, massage rollers and bubble jets and LED display.