Running shoes
Running shoes, judged on cushioning, stability and durability.
The best pair of running shoes, according to professional reviewers, is the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: critic score 89 out of 100 from 4 reviews, 4 of them positive. Most common complaint: durability.
- 1Saucony Endorphin Speed 589
- 2Asics Novablast 587
- 3Hoka Clifton 1084
- 4New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v1482
- 5Asics Gel-Nimbus 2780
- 6Nike Pegasus 4178
- 7Brooks Ghost 1775
Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
4 professional reviewers tested the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5, and 4 recommend it. Most common complaint: durability.
The catch: The price went up and durability is only average.
Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.
3 of these 4 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text and corrected for the known tendency of estimates to run high.
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Not the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5? Pick by situation
How do they compare?
| Product | Score | Reviews | Agreement | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 | 89 | 4 (early) | Medium | Best for faster paces |
| Asics Novablast 5 | 87 | 6 | High | Best overall |
| Hoka Clifton 10 | 84 | 8 | High | Best for a roomy fit |
| New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 | 82 | 8 | High | Best plush daily trainer |
| Asics Gel-Nimbus 27 | 80 | 5 | Medium | Best for recovery runs |
| Nike Pegasus 41 | 78 | 4 (early) | Medium | Best for heel strikers |
| Brooks Ghost 17 | 75 | 5 | Low | Best for beginners |
Common questions
What is the best pair of running shoes?
The Saucony Endorphin Speed 5, with a critic score of 89 from 4 professional reviews. Most common complaint: durability.
Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 vs Asics Novablast 5: which is better?
Critics score the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 89 and the Asics Novablast 5 87. We list the Asics Novablast 5 under “Best overall”. Its main drawback: wet-weather grip is poor.
Which pair of running shoess do critics disagree on?
The Brooks Ghost 17 (scores from 54 to 89).