Daily Running Shoe reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 169 Reddit reviews across 7 subreddits and 56 posts to rank the best Daily Running Shoe brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/RunningShoeGeeks, r/AskRunningShoeGeeks, r/Marathon_Training, r/nikerunclub, r/running. Top-rated brands include Asics (4.0/5), Saucony (4.2/5), New Balance (4.0/5).

Stats

Reviews169

Subreddits7

Posts56

Brands23

Products96

Top communities

r/RunningShoeGeeks144 r/AskRunningShoeGeeks16 r/Marathon_Training3 r/nikerunclub3 r/running1

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Asics

4.0

(32)

"I would try the ASICS Novablast just because you get so much for this shoe and it’s not 200 dollars."

"The Novablast is extremely versatile and is probably ASICS best daily trainer -- you can go slow, you can go fast, you can go long, and they're very durable and fun to run in."

"I absolutely love them!"

"I’ve been LOVING THEM! However, it is time to replace them."

"Good cushion and pop daily trainer I would suggest Asics Novablast 4."

"I would go with Asics Nimbus."

"I’ve been eyeing the ASICS Novablast 4 as my daily trainer."

"Personally, I’m gonna run the Novablast 3 and Endorphin Speed 3 duo on an upcoming vacation."

"Nimbus are fine they atleast got the squish factor going for them... if you wanna do long runs nimbus are a good and comfortable option."

"Then i guess i'd rather have nimbus"

Saucony

4.2

(26)

"Have absolutely loved this in comparison to my older Ghost 13 and Triumph 18s."

"Try the triumph 20--you can find them for very cheap now!"

"Saucony Triumph 20. Perfect for what you described."

"I'm comparing against Brooks Glycerine, Nike Tempo, Saucony Endorphin 3."

"Picked the Saucony’s as they were by far the most comfortable."

"I really liked the Saucony lineup a lot."

"Love my saucony kinvara 12 pair of shoes! they make a kinvara 13 now which is the more common one you’ll find in stores + online."

"Saucony guide in wide"

"If you don't mind the pink, the Endorphin Pro (carbon-plated) is 40% off in that colorway on the saucony website."

"Saucony Ride, New Balance 880, ASICS Gel-Cumulus are a good place to start."

New Balance

4.0

(26)

"I've been using the New Balance 790 v6... which have been fantastic for my underpronation."

"I am in love with New Balance Fresh Foam line: 880s for most everything and 1080s when I want a little bit more cushion."

"I recommend New Balance Fresh Foam 1080’s. I love these runners."

"You might wanna consider going for nb for comfortable shoes that might offer a wide fit but go for ex-wide cuz thier wide is medium."

"Get nb4 tr then. Those are re good too"

"I've tried both nb4,5 and nimbus. I'd suggest go for any of these with closed eyes cuz it doesn't matter that much as long as you're not running somewhere extremely damp or snowy rest you'll be fine."

"Nb rebel v4 or Boston 12."

"I’ve seen the 880s, arishiv4, and stuff like that."

"My current rotation is the NB 1080v12 for daily miles and the NB Rebel v3 for quicker efforts."

Hoka

4.2

(20)

"The Mach 6 was just superior all round than the Rebel v4"

"I much prefer the Mach 6"

"You should go with Hoka Mach 5. It offers a super fun and energetic ride."

"Loved that shoe, but the Clifton 9 feels completely different."

"Hoka Mach 5s, Adidas Boston 12s, and On Cloud Eclipses are great shoes."

"I’d go with the Novablast4 or Superblast."

"Superblast is gonna be better for tempo work."

"I ended up choosing the Clifton."

"I trained and ran a half in Hoka Clifton 9s with great success."

"I'd recommend to start with the Hoka Clifton or the Hoka Bondi."

Nike

4.1

(14)

"I've got the Nike Pegasus 37 for my daily training runs."

"Widely regarded as the most comfortable running shoe"

"Yes, purchase the Nike ZoomX Invincible Run...you will not be disappointed!! Plush pillows!"

"I'm looking for a daily trainer (Nike Only) for casual running, jogging and walking."

"Getting a great deal on this one"

"I’ve seen some suggestions on the Nike Pegasus 40s and they look good."

"I’m considering the Superblasts, NB Rebel V4, Nike Invincible 3s and the Hoka Mach 6."

"Novablast 3 OR Pegasus 40."

"I'd go for the Pegasus 37 (or 38) as a daily trainer and do it all shoe."

Brooks

4.0

(9)

"My two favorite daily trainers are Brooks Glycerin (not max) for the long slow days."

"I absolutely LOVED my women’s Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21 running shoes."

"Brooks Ghost 15."

"Any recommendations for a cushioning shoe for a supinator (underpronator) with wide feet."

"Which are better for flat feet? Are there any other suggestions?"

"Maybe Brooks Ghost Max. They come in wide and extra wide."

"Big fan of brooks personally. Ghost/Ghost max for your Z2 base runs."

"Brooks and Saucony have a few older models < 10k right now on discount."

"I know a lot of people love the Brooks Ghosts 14 but my first pair broke after only a few months."

Adidas

3.7

(9)

"Adidas Duramo SL or Adidas Solar Glide ST 3 for a running beginner."

"I just have experience with the ultraboosts, they aren't super soft like the gel bombs."

"Currently looking at the adidas ultraboost light and Clifton 8 or 9."

"Rebel V2’s are probably my favorite shoes I’ve ever ran in. They’re light, breathable, bouncy, and they fit like a glove."

"The rebel v2 is a fun one that I love. My 1080v11s are coming in today so don’t have experience with those yet."

"I'm currently using ultraboost 2022, but i think i need to give it some upgrade."

"I have the Rebel V2’s and I wouldn’t buy them as a daily runner. They are brilliant shoes but too unstable for many purposes."

"I’ve heard the Rebel lacks stability, isn’t ideal for slower runs, and has questionable durability."

ASICS

3.9

(8)

"I highly recommend the novablast 5. It’s got plenty of room in the toe box, medium to high cushion, but lots of bounce and is fun."

"Checkout Novablast 5 or Saucony ride 18"

"As a running noob I’m very happy with my Novablast 5s. They did take a bit to get used to because they’re so soft/springy."

"I would look into the gel Kayano 30. Stability version of asics gel nimbus."

"Asics Kayano 30 is probably a good buy"

"Asics GT1000 is probably the cheapest new shoe designed with some additional support."

"My choice is between nimbus/nova 5. But i saw nova grip is bad and cumulus seems like has worse grips."

"The 4d arch support tech in kayano just throw me off while running hence why i went my nb 4 and not them"

Reebok

4.3

(4)

"Reebok Floatride Energy 3 - A great shoe, currently on sale."

"I second either the Reebok F3 or Skechers Maxroad 5. Reebok F3 is a bit more versatile."

"2 to consider would be: Reebok Floatride Energy 3."

"The Reebok floatride Energy 3 (or 2) is a good value option and can often be found with decent discounts."

#10

Hoka One One

4.3

(4)

"Max Road 5"

"I like Clifton 7s or Saucony Endorphin Speeds, for what you described."

"I really have enjoyed my pair of Hoka Mach 4s. They are excellent for lots of tasks."

"If i could have one it would be the cliftons 8s."

#11

Puma

5.0

(3)

"For all other runs, I use my Puma Deviate Nitro 2."

"Velocity Nitro by PUMA. Without a doubt, these are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn right out of the box."

"Puma Velocity Nitro, absolutely loving that shoe."

#12

Altra

4.5

(2)

"These were the most fantastic running shoes I have ever worn."

"I have been running in the Altra Torin 6 which are nearing their end of life."

#13

Kinvara

3.5

3.0

(1)

"If you like the natural toe box fit, maybe look at Topos?"

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