Cushioned Shoes reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 143 Reddit reviews across 12 subreddits and 37 posts to rank the best Cushioned Shoes brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/RunningShoeGeeks, r/AskRunningShoeGeeks, r/BBallShoes, r/BarefootRunning, r/trailrunning. Top-rated brands include Saucony (4.3/5), New Balance (4.3/5), Hoka (4.4/5).
Stats
Reviews143
Subreddits12
Posts37
Brands44
Products72
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#1
Saucony
4.3
(23)
"The Superblast has been my go to."
"Superblast obviously."
"Triumph 20"
"Definitely try Triumph 20."
"Prefer it over nimbus 25, which is a bit too soft."
"Perfect for this."
"Saucony Triumph 20 - assuming you’re a neutral runner."
"I like the saucony echelon range, super cushioned and extremely comfy."
"Saucony triumph?"
"I chose the Endorphin Shift 3. Give that a try on in store."
#2
New Balance
4.3
(20)
"New Balance Fresh BB V2 are your best bet."
"New fresh foam Bb v2. These are life changing shoes for me."
"New Balance 1080 or Asics Nimbus"
"They’re probably the best cushioned shoe I own."
"Seconding the 1080v14, the Fresh Foam is incredibly soft and cushy."
"I suggest the new balance rebel v4, its the softest midsole ever."
"Extreme comfortable shoe. Max cushion and extreme soft is also the new balance more v5."
"I have some New Balance More, they are very cushioned but very stable."
"New balance fresh foam bb v1 or 2."
"I really like the new balance 1080 v14."
#3
Hoka
4.4
(19)
"Or the more cushioned Hoka Skyflow."
"I love Hoka bondi 7s for the treadmill and Hoka Clifton's for outdoor walks. Very cushy and comfortable."
"I love Hoka bondi 7s for the treadmill and Hoka Clifton's for outdoor walks. Very cushy and comfortable."
"Max cushion shoes help a lot to drag my heavy ass for the daily 5 miles."
"I’ve found them to be much more comfortable as a daily trainer."
"I suggest you give them a try, especially the invincible 2."
"The Hoka is a little more structured/Rigid and very high stack height for the sole"
"I'd go with something from Hoka given what you're looking for. Im partial to Speedgoats."
"I currently have a pair of Sky Flows which seems to sit in between the Clifton 9 and Bondi 8."
"If you want to stick with Hoka, try the great, less cushioned Hoka Mach 6."
#4
Asics
4.1
(14)
"The nimbus 26 is great the 25 is a little snug but great as far as comfortability."
"I just got the Asics Gel Nimbus 26 and they are insanely comfy and easy on the knees!"
"I have used ASICS Novablast 1,2, 3 and 4 versions. Absolutely love them. Highly recommend them."
"Asics Novablast 5"
"I have flat feet and love Asics gel nimbus 25."
"I have nimbus 25 and I been very happy with the cushion for nice easy comfortable run."
"As far as asics it's either nova blast or nimbus."
"ASICS Nimbus."
"Asics gel nimbus 26 or 25"
"My softest shoes are the novablast 3 and the speed 3."
#5
Nike
4.0
(10)
"Nike GT Jump 2 are amazing for cushioning."
"The GT Jump 2 is probably the best maximalist cushion setup that Nike currently has to offer."
"Nike GT Hustle 3. Very good impact protection and cushioning."
"I'm surprised nobody mentioned the Nike Vomero 17."
"They have a lot of cushion and flexible soles."
"Nike Gt Jump 2"
"I run in Nike Pegasus trail 4’s which are like 50/50 with cushioning and responsiveness."
"Help me keep going."
"Go for the invincible."
"Some of the shoes i saw listed in the comments are way too soft in the midsole, like the Nike invincibles."
#6
Altra
4.3
(4)
"I ran in Altras for years and they were way, way better than a standard conventional shoe."
"I really like Altra Torins. They are zero drop, but very soft underfoot."
"Take a look at Escalante Racer, it's not squishy at all."
"I run in Altra Escalante Racers a lot."
#7
Lems
4.3
(4)
"Lems primal zen are super comfy and provide a wide spread. I was super surprised by them."
"I have Lems Primal Zen. Between the stack height and the cork insole it feels fairly cushioned."
"I like Lems. They have some stack height so there is some cushion there."
"Altras are more cushy but honestly the Lems are more comfortable."
#8
Brooks
4.0
(4)
"Look at Brooks' cushioned line of shoes. Try a bunch on and find the best fit, then buy a pair."
"I've, maybe surprisingly, gone back to Ghosts for them."
"Brooks Cascadias that are amply padded around the ankle"
"Brooks Cascadia are extremely cushioned but terrible drainage."
#9
Saucony Triumph 20
4.7
(3)
"Saucony Triumph 20 is on sale most places now, they are super plush and comfy."
"Outside of that, the Saucony Triumph 20 is likely my next daily trainer."
"I have Saucony Triumph 20, it’s quite comfortable."
#10
Topo
4.3
(3)
"Topo Specter - lightweight, great rocker, great upper, well cushioned, roomy toebox."
"I've heard good things, especially about the midsole."
"Topo Specter"
#11
Infinity
5.0
(2)
"The Infinity is a great choice. Cushioning is one of it's strengths and the shoe has no real weaknesses unless it doesn't fit your foot."
"The Infinity is the most cushioned of his Nike line. They're arguably the best performance wise."
#12
Adidas
4.5
(2)
"Dame 8 Extply is by far the best out right now for cushioning imo."
"I have the Dame 8 and the cushion is so much better than the previous Adidas I've had."
#13
Mizuno
4.5
(2)
"Mizuno wave horizon 6. I couldn't be happier."
"Mizuno wave enforce tour"
#14
Ecco
4.0
(2)
"I like Ecco. I have had their sneakers and liked them."
"They have good padding and arch support."
#15
K Swiss
3.0
(2)
"My K Swiss Hypercourt Supremes started out comfy, but the mid-sole is starting to go."
"My K Swiss Speedtracs are too low to accommodate the insole."
#16
Merrell
5.0
(1)
"Merrel Agility Peak 5 just used them for 30 days trekking in Nepal and they were brilliant no blisters or foot issues, tough as well lasted the trek np and super comfortable plenty pf room in the toe box."
#17
GT Cut
5.0
(1)
"Best cushioning (next to the Jumps), top tier traction, lightweight."
#18
Bikila
5.0
(1)
"I've done a lot of 15km+ runs in Bikila Evos in the past few months with zero feet and ankle issues."
#19
Puma
5.0
(1)
"I find this shoes to be extremely good and is probably one of my better purchases."
#20
Hoka Torrent 2
5.0
(1)
"Very familiar with your issue, primarily run in Hoka torrent 2."
#21
Asics Superblast
5.0
(1)
"Asics Superblast!"
#22
ON Cloud Surfer 7
5.0
(1)
"I’m currently using the cloud surfer 7 by ON as my walking shoe and I absolutely love them."
#23
Hoka Bondi
5.0
(1)
"Bondi’s are among the most popular shows for people who need something for standing or walking around all day."
#24
Hoka Superblast
5.0
(1)
"The Superblast is exactly that. Also light and fast."
#25
Dansko Pro XP
5.0
(1)
"I ended up trying on the dansko Pro XP and they were way better than the regulars - much more cushioning!"
#26
Feiyue
4.0
(1)
"Feiyues would be my top choice for this, provided the toe box is enough for you. The ground feel is still quite good, as is the flexibility, but there is some cushioning."
#27
Hesi
4.0
(1)
"The Hesi Low v2 surprised me with how great the cushioning is."
#28
NNormal
4.0
(1)
"I've found them to be fairly versatile."
#29
ASICS
4.0
(1)
"Nova blast 3 wide … speed 3 wide"
#30
On
4.0
(1)
"On Cloudsurfer or even Cloudstratus (gets a nice update August 2023 though)."
#31
Dansko
4.0
(1)
"I hear dansko clogs are good!"
#32
Dr. Martens
4.0
(1)
"Doc Martin's. With a thin gel insert. Works for me"
#33
Skechers
4.0
(1)
"Sketchers go on sale all the time."
#34
New Balance Fresh Foam X Ct-Rally
4.0
(1)
#35
Adidas Solematch
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had good experiences with the Adidas Solematch."
#36
Head Revolt Pro
4.0
(1)
"Stronger preference for the Adidas."
#37
Brooks Cascadia
4.0
(1)
"I prefer Brooks cascadia."
#38
Asics Nimbus
4.0
(1)
"Nimbus will be considerably softer than Superblast."
#39
New Balance SC Trainer
4.0
(1)
"How about New Balance SC Trainer??"
#40
Nike Invincible
4.0
(1)
"Invincible 1 or 2 followed by Nimbus 25."
#41
Hoka More v4
4.0
(1)
"The more v4 is an amazingly stable max cushioned shoe."
#42
Brooks Adrenaline
4.0
(1)
"Possibly Brooks Adrenaline or New Balance Vongo?"
#43
Asics Gel-Kayano 29
4.0
(1)
"Why not try the Asics Gel Kayano 29? It’s Asics max cushion stability shoe."
#44
Asics Gel-Nimbus
4.0
(1)
"ASICS Gel-Nimbus might be another possible option."
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