Violin Shoulder rests are very personal and what suits one player may not suit another.
Many young students start off with the Huber pad, a magic pad in a variety of shapes or a Jegro shoulder pad which is half way between a pad and a rest.
Most teachers would then have a preferred option of shoulder rest – Kun and Wolf are the long standing favourites but there are now many very good and comfortable alternatives on the market. The Hook style such as the Bonmusica or the Mach one is proving more and more popular with established players.
If you’re undecided and in the area you’re most welcome to spend some time in the shop trying them to find one that suits you.