Crossfit Shoes reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 306 Reddit reviews across 2 subreddits and 32 posts to rank the best Crossfit Shoes brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/crossfit, r/USMCboot. Top-rated brands include Reebok (4.2/5), Nike (3.9/5), RAD (4.6/5).

Stats
Reviews306
Subreddits2
Posts32
Brands36
Products74
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#1

Reebok

4.2
(85)
"GET THE GOAT"
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"GET THE GOAT"
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"Reebok Nano X4 Training Shoes are my absolute favorite"
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"I have a pair of x4s now and they are great."
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"Nano for me. Like slippers."
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"Nanos are love."
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"Best shoes out there as long as you don’t need a wide toe box."
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"Nano x1 have never failed me"
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"Nanos all the way"
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"I honestly have very little motivation to try anything else than Nanos / Metcons."
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#2

Nike

3.9
(56)
"My go to has been Nike metcon free fly. Best arch support and decent to box and flexible for running/jump rope."
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"The metcon 9s are much better than its predecessors the 6, 7 and 8. Wider toe box too."
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"Glad I, as a narrow foot person, got myself two pairs of the 8s!"
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"The 6’s are totally fine for “longer” runs."
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"They’ve been great for me across everything. Metcons, runners, lifters, every day."
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"Metcon free is my favorite by a mile."
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"Probably the best shoe I've ever had for CrossFit."
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"I strongly believe that eithet Nano 7.0 or Metcon 3 would be a great choice."
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"I really like the Nike Metcon free for Crossfit Running workouts."
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"Have yet to be let down by Metcons. Tried and true for me."
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#3

RAD

4.6
(24)
"I tried RADs after wearing Nike Metcons, NoBulls and Reeboks and I’m never going back to any of those after trying the RADS."
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"Another vote for RAD"
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"Rad, Strike Haze, Go Ruck ballistic. All pretty of those are pretty different, all of them are good."
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"My rads are BY FAR the best. Comfortable, durable, and can do just about anything in them."
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"Rad ones -durable -super durable -I CrossFit 5-6 times a week and have had a pair for a year that show very little signs of wear even on the sole."
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"The RAD is the first shoe that I have used that don’t have an issue. They are the most comfortable HIT shoe I have used."
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"RAD One. Best all round training shoe I have ever worn."
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"Yeah it’s sad because I have maybe 15 pairs of crossfit shoes and since I got my Rads I have not once put another pair on."
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"Rad hands down have been the best shoe to date. I completely ignore my nanos and metcons now."
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"Seconding rad. I’ve had two pairs of metcons, a few inov-8s, nanos, etc. But Rads are far and away the best I’ve tried."
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#4

Nobull

3.5
(24)
"I love them for every kind of workout - running included."
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"They provide cushion without sacrificing support."
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"Way better than the nanos!"
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"EARLY No Bull Trainers are the best"
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"I have nanos and no bulls. The No Bulls I like to lift in and the Nanos I like to do more cross train type of work."
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"I’ve used NoBull trainers and Nanox3. Both are good but I prefer the Nanos"
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"Nobull"
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"Big metcon fan, but forgot shoes at a class and wore some NoBulls. No bull, the NoBulls were quite nice."
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"She does 5-6 workouts a week with them. she's had them for a year and they still look new."
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"Same, got 5 pair of different colors."
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#5

Inov8

4.4
(16)
"Superb hybrid running/lifting shoe. Better for Murph distance than the F-Lite."
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"Nobulls suck. Inov8 has been my jam."
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"Inov8 are the best!!!"
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"Made a full circle back to inov8s. Never should have left."
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"+1 on this, highly highly recommend these."
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"I used inov8 for 7 years of CrossFit, loved them."
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"I can't find a shoe I like more."
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"I really like my Innov8 232's."
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"Inov8 F-Fly for me"
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"I love my Innov8, wide toe, good support, neat shoe"
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#6

Strike Movement

4.5
(15)
"I’ve switch to Strike Mouvement Haze trainer 2 years ago because the Metcons and the Tyr shoes hurt like hell while running and I am never going back."
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"I love the Strike Mvmt Haze trainers.."
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"Strike Movement Haze Trainers or Nanos. I used to be exclusively a Nano guy. Tried the haze trainers and love them."
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"My favorites of these are the TYR and Strike Movement."
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"I'm all about Strike and RAD these days. Such Greta shoes and the Strikes are my favorite looking shoe as a bonus."
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"Second the Strike Movement. I've had 4 Metcons, 3 Nanos, TYR, and the SM are my favorite now."
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"I also just got the Haze trainers and love them!"
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"I love my haze trainers."
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"Check out strike mvmnt haze trainers. Wide toe box and can fit insoles easily."
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"I’m liking the strike movements right now, had nanos in the past and like them better"
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#7

GoRuck

4.6
(12)
"Goruck ballistic trainer (what I’ve been using for about a year and they’re the best shoes I’ve had)"
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"GoRuck Ballistic Trainers"
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"GoRuck B. Amazing"
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"Just got the GoRucks and I’m never going back. Have tried them all."
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"GoRuck Ballistic Trainers."
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"Everyone I know that uses Ballistic Trainers swears by them."
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"GoRuck ballistic trainers are fantastic, switched to em after being repeatedly let down by the nanos and metcons."
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"At the risk of being the black sheep - GoRuck Ballistic Trainers."
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"Go Ruck ballistic trainers!!!"
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"I really like Rad ones but they only go to size 13 and I need a half size up because my feet are a bit cramped. The Tyr’s are great all arounders but right now I went back to my GoRuck ballistic trainers as they seem to work well for me with basically any movements and the cushioning is great for"
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#8

Altra

4.3
(7)
"I would recommend the Altra Escalante Racer."
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"I'm a fan of the Altra Instict 1.5... They have a wide toe box, too, which really helps out."
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"I like wide toe box shoes and like Altras and Flux."
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"I highly recommend these for everything else."
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"Altra HIIT shoe. Order a 1/2 size larger than normal."
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"Altra or Merrell. Very wide toe boxes on those shoes."
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"Altras are quite wide and a lower drop. Worth a look."
#9

Tyr

4.1
(7)
"My favorites of these are the TYR and Strike Movement."
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"For me the best two shoes for running in WODs are Reebok Nanos and Tyr."
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"Ok thanks for the input. I ordered TYGs because the heel to toe drop is higher."
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"TYR or RAD"
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"I’m a fan of the TYR brand. They’ve been the most versatile CrossFit shoe I’ve owned."
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"Reebok nano 12/13/14 (2's if they are on sale) adidas dropset or Tyr"
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"Tyr for jumping and running. Decent for lifting."
#10

TYR

4.3
(6)
"Finally decided on tyr ctx-1. And wow! it are amazing. Literally are comfortable in all ways, lifting and running."
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"I’ve had nanos from 1-6, metcons from 1-7, and now am in Tyrs. IMHO, none of them are good for running but the Tyr is the best CF shoe I’ve ever used , ended up buying a second pair as a backup."
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"TYR CXT-1’s. But if you aren’t looking for more Murph specific I would just do it in running shoes"
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"I would recommend either the RAD Ones, TYR CXT-1s ( currently wear these), or the Reebok Nanos X4."
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"Just got ‘em and waiting for them to arrive… the cxt-1s….excited to try them coming from nanos and metcons"
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"I bought the TYR CXT-1 last year and I’ve really enjoyed it."
#11

Brooks

4.3
(6)
"Brooks. Do the "Shoe finder" on the Brooks website. They’re amazing for cardio wods."
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"Brooks Ghost. In wide. Albeit colors are limited but they’re light, are meant for running, and have the built in support to make it thru any form of functional work."
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"Try Brooks Ghost…they are very supportive albeit a little heavy. I’ve run long distance (15-20 miles) in them and they hold up."
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"After much research I ended up going with the same Brooks brand I get every year. They are the only brand that feel comfortable to me."
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"Brooks for runs longer than 400m."
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"Brooks work great for me."
#12

Adidas

4.2
(6)
"Adidas dropset 2. I was a metcon guy forever and did like them. Dropset are even better for lifting but not nearly as clunky. Favorite shoes by far."
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"I have the Adidas Dropset 2 and TYR CXT 2. Both great for lifting but not for running."
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"Dropset 3 are good"
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"Adidas dropset 3. Nike metcons. Vans."
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"Reebok nano 12/13/14 (2's if they are on sale) adidas dropset or Tyr"
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"I just got some Adidas dropset 2s and really liking them."
#13

Vans

4.2
(5)
"I LOVE my Vans Ultrarange EXOs. They are flat and great for lifting, other CF movements and descent for running in if the WOD calls for it."
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"I swear by the vans ultrarange exos, and you can find them on sale for like $60 if you aren’t picky on the color"
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"I loved my metcons and earlier nanos. Recently I’ve been trying the Vans ultra range EXO and I’ve really enjoyed them."
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"I've been CrossFitting in Vans slipons for about 6 years now."
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"Vans yo. Flat - check, Reinforced toe box - check, Good for lifting - check, Dope looking - check"
#14

Inov-8

4.0
(5)
"Inov-8 260 or Haze Trainers are great."
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"Savage 1, Metcon, Inov-8 235 for me"
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"Nanos used to be great but now I’m on the innov8 and cannot complain."
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"I wear inov8 f lite 195s. They are minimalist shoes."
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"I use Inov-8's and have for a long time. Light weight and a lot of grip for the rope."
#15

Born Primitive

4.7
(3)
"The Savage 1 shoe by Born Primitive is the best athletic shoe I have ever owned."
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"Born Primitive Savage 1 has become my favorite over the past year"
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"Born Primitive Savage 1, Reebok Nano 2"
#16

New Balance

4.0
(3)
"New balance and has lasted me over a year."
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"My dad swears that New Balance is great for his wide feet."
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"I settled on the New Balance: MX20v3. It's still uncomfortably narrow in an inch or so area but for an hour at a time it's tolerable."
#17

Converse

3.7
(3)
"I wear my Chucks unless we are running."
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"Wanna save some money, get some chuck taylors"
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"Zero drop, stable for lifting."
#18

Merrell

4.5
(2)
"I have wide feet (EE) and these fit great."
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"My clear favorite running shoe"
#19

Haze

4.0
(2)
"Inov-8 260 or Haze Trainers are great."
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"Haze Trainer"
#20

Asics

4.0
(2)
"I just picked up a pair of Asiac exactly for this, but the rep will show you what’s best for your foot."
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"Also Asics. I usually just get what feels best at the store every 5 or 6 months"
#21

Nano

4.0
(2)
"Nanos and metcons are great"
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"The Nano 4.0s are roomier in the toe box than the 3."
#22

Nike Metcon 2

5.0
(1)
"I recently grabbed a pair of Nike Metcon 2s. I've owned Nano 2.0 and Lifters for about 2 years now."
#23

Superfeet

5.0
(1)
"I use Superfeet insoles in all my shoes (everyday, running, and CrossFit shoes)."
#24

X4S

5.0
(1)
"The x4s were great. Even better than the xs"
#25

Box Basics

4.0
(1)
"I always order from Box Basics. They have frequent sales and a fantastic return policy."
#26

No Bull High Tops

4.0
(1)
"Sizes are limited... But here are some no bulls"
#27

Adidas Adipower

4.0
(1)
"On that list? Adidas Adipowers or Nike Romaleos."
#28

Reebok CrossFit Lifter Plus

4.0
(1)
"I’m using NB MX20v3s for WODs and running. I really love them after switching from Vibram FFs."
#29

VivoBarefoot

4.0
(1)
"I am currently on the new VivoBarefoot Motus’ and they are working very well."
#30

Vivo Barefoot

4.0
(1)
"Someone recently recommended vivo barefoot, if you're after something minimal."
#31

Metcon

4.0
(1)
"Nanos and metcons are great"
#32

Nano 8.0

4.0
(1)
"Nano 8.0 / 4.0 and Nobull"
#33

Speed TR

4.0
(1)
"Speed TRs"
#34

Converse Chuck Taylor

3.0
(1)
"Old school Chuck T’s man. They aren’t perfect for anything but they’re good for everything."
#35

Strike

3.0
(1)
"1. Strike Haze 2. GoRuck Ballistics 3. Rad One"
#36

Savage

3.0
(1)
"Savage 1, Metcon, Inov-8 235 for me"

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