The Basics Hands down Angelus All Purpose Foam Cleaner is the best foaming cleaner for shoes on the market. The Benefits Scrubber top helps you get into the creases--and you'll never lose the scrubber since it's attached. The Uses Ideal for athletic or hiking shoes. However, the formula is too strong for custom painted shoes. The Bottom Line Just blast your shoes with this foam and let sit for a couple seconds before wiping clean.