Best Keyboard Foot Switches 2026
Top-rated keyboard foot switches 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
PRICE RANGES:
Under $100
#1
⭐
4.6/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
NEO Instruments Ventilator Remote II
Effect Control
Program Changes
Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Durable construction for stage use
✓ PROS
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
- • Durable construction for stage use
✗ CONS
- • May not be compatible with all keyboards
- • Additional equipment to transport
NEO Instruments Ventilator Remote IIExternal Foot Switch for Ventilator IISlow/Fast and Run/Stop functionsSwitching...
⭐
4.6/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 348022
$83
#2
⭐
4.6/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Ketron FS6
by
Ketron
Live Performance
Effect Control
Hands-Free Control
Key Feature:
• Essential for live keyboard setups
✓ PROS
- • Can control multiple functions
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost for basic functionality
- • Requires setup and configuration
Ketron FS6Footswitch6-WaySuitable for Ketron keyboards and arranger module (MS-40MS-50MS-60MS-100X seriesXD seriesSD...
⭐
4.6/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 102906
$175
#3
⭐
4.5/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
TC-Helicon Switch 6
by
TC-Helicon
Live Performance
Program Changes
Hands-Free Control
Key Feature:
• Improves performance workflow
✓ PROS
- • Can control multiple functions
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
✗ CONS
- • Can be accidentally triggered
- • Requires setup and configuration
TC-Helicon Switch 66-Way Foot SwitchFor TC Helicon vocal and guitar multi FX productsFor switching between functions...
⭐
4.5/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 109133
$99
#4
⭐
4.5/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
10/10
Boss FS-6
by
Boss
Effect Control
Live Performance
Program Changes
Key Feature:
• Essential for live keyboard setups
✓ PROS
- • Improves performance workflow
- • Durable construction for stage use
✗ CONS
- • Requires setup and configuration
- • May not be compatible with all keyboards
Boss FS-6Dual Foot Switch2 Footswitches in one housingPolarity and function (switch or button mode) switchable1 Mono...
⭐
4.5/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 173531
$87
#5
⭐
5.0/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
10/10
Crumar CFS-12
by
Crumar
Effect Control
Hands-Free Control
Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Improves performance workflow
✓ PROS
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
- • Improves performance workflow
✗ CONS
- • Requires setup and configuration
- • Can be accidentally triggered
Crumar CFS-12Double foot switchSuitable for Crumar Mojo 61 / GSi BURN / GSi DMC-122Solid metal constructionFor...
⭐
5.0/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 473482
$54
#6
⭐
4.6/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Ketron FS 13
by
Ketron
Live Performance
Effect Control
Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Essential for live keyboard setups
✓ PROS
- • Can control multiple functions
- • Durable construction for stage use
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost for basic functionality
- • Additional equipment to transport
Ketron FS 13Foot Switch13-WayFor keyboards and arranger module (MS-40MS-50MS-60MS-100X seriesXD seriesSD seriesAudya...
⭐
4.6/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 102905
$259
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
10/10
ADDAC 312 Gate Pedal
by
ADDAC
Live Performance
Hands-Free Control
Program Changes
Key Feature:
• Improves performance workflow
✓ PROS
- • Hands-free control during performance
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
✗ CONS
- • Requires setup and configuration
- • Additional cost for basic functionality
ADDAC 312 Gate PedalGate PedalCompact pedal unit for generating gate signals for analogue synthesizersNon-latching foot...
⭐
4.6/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 618343
$83
#8
⭐
4.9/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Hammond FS-9H
by
Hammond
Effect Control
Hands-Free Control
Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Essential for live keyboard setups
✓ PROS
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
- • Improves performance workflow
✗ CONS
- • Additional equipment to transport
- • May not be compatible with all keyboards
- Hammond FS-9H
- Foot Switch
- For XB-2
- XM-1
- XB-1
- XK-2
- XE-1 & XK-3
⭐
4.9/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 178796
$54
#9
⭐
4.9/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
ADDAC 313 Tripple Gate Pedal
by
ADDAC
Live Performance
Program Changes
Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Can control multiple functions
✓ PROS
- • Hands-free control during performance
- • Can control multiple functions
✗ CONS
- • May not be compatible with all keyboards
- • Additional equipment to transport
ADDAC 313 Tripple Gate PedalGate PedalPedal unit for generating gate signals for analogue synthesizersThree...
⭐
4.9/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 618344
$142
#10
⭐
4.6/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
TC-Helicon Switch-3
by
TC-Helicon
Live Performance
Program Changes
Effect Control
Key Feature:
• Essential for live keyboard setups
✓ PROS
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
- • Hands-free control during performance
✗ CONS
- • May not be compatible with all keyboards
- • Additional equipment to transport
TC-Helicon Switch-3, 3-Way Foot Switch*Suitable for the following TC Helicon & TC electronic devices:*Voicelive 3...
⭐
4.6/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 160188
$50
#11
⭐
4.8/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Boss FS-5L
by
Boss
Effect Control
Program Changes
Hands-Free Control
Key Feature:
• Improves performance workflow
✓ PROS
- • Hands-free control during performance
- • Can control multiple functions
✗ CONS
- • Requires setup and configuration
- • Additional cost for basic functionality
Boss FS-5LFootswitchSwitchable polarity for LED functionOn / Off display (only works with 2x AAA batteries)Highly...
⭐
4.8/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 102838
$56
#12
⭐
4.6/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Boss FS-7
by
Boss
Effect Control
Live Performance
Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Can control multiple functions
✓ PROS
- • Can control multiple functions
- • Improves performance workflow
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost for basic functionality
- • Requires setup and configuration
Boss FS-7Foot Switch2 Foot switches in one bodyPolarity and function (switch or button mode) switchable1 Mono jack...
⭐
4.6/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 348368
$85
#13
⭐
4.7/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Hammond CU 1
by
Hammond
Effect Control
Professional Setup
Hands-Free Control
Key Feature:
• Can control multiple functions
✓ PROS
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
- • Can control multiple functions
✗ CONS
- • Additional equipment to transport
- • Requires setup and configuration
Hammond CU 1, Leslie Control Switch, For XK-3 and Pro XK system
⭐
4.7/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 109943
$131
#14
⭐
4.7/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Ketron FS 1/ PS100
by
Ketron
Professional Setup
Hands-Free Control
Effect Control
Key Feature:
• Durable construction for stage use
✓ PROS
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
- • Hands-free control during performance
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost for basic functionality
- • May not be compatible with all keyboards
Ketron FS 1/ PS100FootswitchSuitable for Ketron keyboards and arranger modules: MS-40MS-50MS-60MS-100X seriesXD...
⭐
4.7/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 286969
$41
#15
⭐
4.8/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Korg EC5
by
Korg
Professional Setup
Live Performance
Effect Control
Key Feature:
• Essential for live keyboard setups
✓ PROS
- • Essential for live keyboard setups
- • Can control multiple functions
✗ CONS
- • Can be accidentally triggered
- • May not be compatible with all keyboards
Korg EC5, Multifunction PedalThe EC5 Foot Controller allows you control over interactive functions. You can assign the...
⭐
4.8/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 102876
$91
How to Choose the Best Keyboard Foot Switches
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced keyboard foot switches typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
