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Best Switch Pedals Under $50 2025

Affordable switch pedals under $50 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Signal Routing For A/B Switching For Multiple Amps For Guitar Changes For Professional Setup For Live Performance
BRANDS: One Control Lehle Xsonic Westminster Effects Mooer JHS Pedals Harley Benton Electro Harmonix
Lead Foot ABY - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Lead Foot ABY

by Lead Foot
Multiple Amps Signal Routing Guitar Changes
Key Feature:
• Clean signal switching
✓ PROS
  • • Solves many routing problems
  • • Essential for multiple amp setups
✗ CONS
  • • Adds complexity to signal chain
  • • Additional cost and cables

Lead Foot ABYAB/Y SwitchSwitches 2 inputs to 1 output or 1 input to 2 outputsBut also suitable for simultaneous...

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 258093
$24
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer Micro ABY Box MKII - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Mooer Micro ABY Box MKII

by Mooer
Professional Setup Guitar Changes A/B Switching
Key Feature:
• Essential for multiple amp setups
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for multiple amp setups
  • • Professional live performance tool
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up pedalboard space
  • • Can introduce noise if poorly designed

Mooer Micro ABY Box MKIIAB / Y switch and signal splitterA / B or A & B on Y mode switchOn / off footswitchStatus...

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 375479
$50
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mackie Showbox Footswitch - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Mackie Showbox Footswitch

by Mackie
Professional Setup Live Performance Signal Routing
Key Feature:
• Allows quick guitar changes
✓ PROS
  • • Professional live performance tool
  • • Solves many routing problems
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up pedalboard space
  • • Additional cost and cables

Mackie Showbox Footswitch, Footswitch, Suitable for Mackie ShowBox, With 2 buttons to switch the effects on and off and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 590125
$50
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Tap Tempo Switch - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Harley Benton Tap Tempo Switch

by Harley Benton
A/B Switching Professional Setup Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Allows quick guitar changes
✓ PROS
  • • Professional live performance tool
  • • Clean signal switching
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up pedalboard space
  • • Adds complexity to signal chain

Harley Benton Tap Tempo SwitchTap Tempo SwitchExternal compact footswitchFor controlling the tempo of delay and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 474624
$20
Buy at Thomann View Details
Singular Sound Beatbuddy Footswitch+ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Singular Sound Beatbuddy Footswitch+

by Singular Sound
Signal Routing Guitar Changes Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Solves many routing problems
✓ PROS
  • • Clean signal switching
  • • Allows quick guitar changes
✗ CONS
  • • Can introduce noise if poorly designed
  • • Potential point of failure

Singular Sound Beatbuddy Footswitch2-Way footswitchFor the BeatBuddy & BeatBuddy Mini 2 Drum Beat pedals (Article...

⭐ 4.9/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 351340
$45
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yuer ABY - Switcher Splitter - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Yuer ABY - Switcher Splitter

by Yuer
Multiple Amps A/B Switching Guitar Changes
Key Feature:
• Solves many routing problems
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for multiple amp setups
  • • Allows quick guitar changes
✗ CONS
  • • Additional cost and cables
  • • Takes up pedalboard space

Yuer ABY - Switcher SplitterABY SwitchIdeal for routing instrumentsampseffectsloudspeakersTwo different modes...

⭐ 4.8/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 578255
$28
Buy at Thomann View Details
Artec SE-SWB A/B Box - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Artec SE-SWB A/B Box

by Artec
A/B Switching Guitar Changes Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Essential for multiple amp setups
✓ PROS
  • • Solves many routing problems
  • • Allows quick guitar changes
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up pedalboard space
  • • Potential point of failure

Artec SE-SWB A/B Box, A / B Switch BoxArtec is a relative new star in the sky for effects devices and is distinguished...

⭐ 4.4/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 213239
$29
Buy at Thomann View Details
Flamma C4 Wireless Footswitch - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Flamma C4 Wireless Footswitch

by Flamma
Guitar Changes A/B Switching Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Professional live performance tool
✓ PROS
  • • Clean signal switching
  • • Professional live performance tool
✗ CONS
  • • Adds complexity to signal chain
  • • Takes up pedalboard space

Flamma C4 Wireless FootswitchWireless foot controlFor Flamma E1000 guitarsPresets and sound settings during playTap...

⭐ 4.5/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 574469
$43
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Custom Line Dual Loop Switch - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Harley Benton Custom Line Dual Loop Switch

by Harley Benton
Live Performance A/B Switching Signal Routing
Key Feature:
• Allows quick guitar changes
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for multiple amp setups
  • • Professional live performance tool
✗ CONS
  • • Adds complexity to signal chain
  • • Additional cost and cables

Harley Benton Custom Line Dual Loop SwitchSignal Switch for Electric GuitarBass & KeyboardBoutique style switch...

⭐ 4.9/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 348094
$43
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton MiniStomp Intersection - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Harley Benton MiniStomp Intersection

by Harley Benton
Multiple Amps Guitar Changes A/B Switching
Key Feature:
• Essential for multiple amp setups
✓ PROS
  • • Solves many routing problems
  • • Professional live performance tool
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up pedalboard space
  • • Potential point of failure

Harley Benton MiniStomp IntersectionEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarABY-BoxSignal flow from A or B or A+B to Y or from...

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 498371
$22
Buy at Thomann View Details
Palmer CAB M Merger - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Palmer CAB M Merger

by Palmer
Professional Setup Multiple Amps Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Essential for multiple amp setups
✓ PROS
  • • Clean signal switching
  • • Essential for multiple amp setups
✗ CONS
  • • Adds complexity to signal chain
  • • Can introduce noise if poorly designed

Palmer CAB M Merger, Passive Cab Merger, 2 Inputs, 2 Outputs, Boxes can be connected in series or parallel

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 314812
$30
Buy at Thomann View Details
Nux NMP-2 Footswitch - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Nux NMP-2 Footswitch

by Nux
Multiple Amps Live Performance Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Clean signal switching
✓ PROS
  • • Solves many routing problems
  • • Professional live performance tool
✗ CONS
  • • Potential point of failure
  • • Additional cost and cables

Nux NMP-2 FootswitchDouble Footswitch3 Modes: OpenClose and LatchCompatible with each amplifier or pedal with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 497324
$39
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender ABY Footswitch - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Fender ABY Footswitch

by Fender
Live Performance Guitar Changes Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Solves many routing problems
✓ PROS
  • • Allows quick guitar changes
  • • Solves many routing problems
✗ CONS
  • • Can introduce noise if poorly designed
  • • Takes up pedalboard space

Fender ABY FootswitchDouble Foot SwitchTwo operating modes: changes between A and B or switches A and B...

⭐ 4.9/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 331874
$41
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Switch Pedals

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 switch pedals 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.

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