Gym Shoes reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 254 Reddit reviews across 45 subreddits and 70 posts to rank the best Gym Shoes brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Fitness_India, r/UKFrugal, r/SneakersIndia, r/PHitness, r/workout. Top-rated brands include Nike (4.3/5), Converse (4.3/5), New Balance (4.1/5).
Stats
Reviews254
Subreddits45
Posts70
Brands50
Products76
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#1
Nike
4.3
(45)
"My favorite lifting shoes are the Nike Metcons. Scheels usually has a good selection of them."
"Get an Asics under your budget or Nike Pegasus, both are fantastic runners for casual runners."
"Nike metcon po"
"Nike Free Metcon 6 is very versatile. It will handle any gym activity and runs up to like 4 miles."
"I normally wear Nike metcon 9’s or Jordan 7’s."
"Nike metcon 6 training would be a great shoes for biking, running, gym."
"I really love the Nike Free Run (any generation) as an all around shoe."
"I personally wear the Free Run 18, it fits like a sock and is like barefoot run. I find it perfect for every activity."
"Metcon :)"
"I like the stiff, flat sole of the metcons for lower body because I feel more stable"
#2
Converse
4.3
(24)
"Get some classic chuck taylors by converse, its goated for lifting"
"Just buy a pair od converse or vans they are perfect for weight training"
"I actually brought them originally for the gym as I heard how great they were for leg days."
"They’ve been part of my gym rotation for the last 16 years, being flat soled, they are perfect for leg day."
"Converse Chuck Taylor."
"Chuck Taylor’s."
"Chuck Taylors."
"If magbubuhat ka my coach told me to just get chucks. I got mine less than 2.5k with voucher from converse official store sa shopee tyempuhan lang po sa sale."
"Converses are going to be your best bet. Cheap and efficient, bring your runners for the treadmill."
"Great for weight training"
#3
New Balance
4.1
(18)
"I bought Tyreese Maxey's Hesi- 2's by New Balance, they are awesome on the indoor pickleball courts."
"Surprisingly has been the best for me"
"New balance minimus have been my go to for years."
"If your looking for a pair of running shoes I recommend New Balance."
"Will NB BB480 mid top work? I am getting it for 5.5k on Ajio Luxe with 11% extra discount."
"I grabbed some great new balances from famous footwear they were on the back wall and meshy very comfortable."
"I’d go to ross and get yourself a bigger pair of new balances for ten bucks"
"New Balance TWO WXY. I'm wearing the v4's and they're pretty good."
"I have to buy a pair of support shoes for overpronation at least twice a year."
"Try the New Balance store in Rogers."
#4
Asics
4.3
(15)
"Get an Asics under your budget or Nike Pegasus, both are fantastic runners for casual runners."
"Asics gel"
"Buy Asics. My favorite."
"I've always loved Asics and recently bought a barely worn pair sold on Facebook Marketplace for cheap."
"Anything Asics for indoor courts is good."
"Volleyball shoes - asics that's what I use for racquetball too."
"I've had good luck with Asics, brooks, and new balance."
"You can checkout ASICS. You’ll prolly get them under 3k in sale."
"I bought a pair of Ascics from their outlet for £35."
"I’ve had ASICS GT and Gel Phoenix models from SportsShoes."
#5
Brooks
4.5
(14)
"I personally prefer the Brooks Beast as it offers a bit more support."
"Works great for my flatfeet"
"Brooks"
"Damn check brooks website often just bought a pair original 140 for 86 on sale I had no idea just looked"
"There are good deals on brook and hoka shoes on woot sometimes, keep an eye out for those"
"I wear brooks glycerine’s for my long runs"
"I wear Brooks. Very good shoes."
"If you’re just in treadmill, I’d recommend brooks Hyperion"
"I find my adrenaline’s are a good all around shoe"
"I like my Brooks Adrenaline runners. I wear them in the gym - both for running on the treadmill, and for my strength-training days."
#6
Adidas
4.5
(11)
"Adidas ultraboost"
"Adidas is my go to"
"Cheap, comfortable, and look pretty damn sweet."
"They work really well for heavier bodies while still be in very good shoes."
"I recently bought a pair of my beloved adidas Ultraboost running shoes for £50."
"This sub loves Adidas Ultraboost."
"Very comfy for running"
"Get yourself a pair of adidas pureboost. You don’t really need a proper lifting shoe."
"You can get the adidas ultraboost. They are running shoes but can be used in the gym."
"Adidas ultra boost. I've had 4 pairs over the past 6 years."
#7
Vans
4.1
(11)
"Old school vans and Chuck Taylors were my favorite lifting shoes. They don’t compress and wear out like running shoes."
"Just vans or converse if you’re going to be lifting in them."
"Been wearing beat up vans slip ons for six months, never had an issue."
"Cheap VANS or Converse is what most use."
"Vans"
"Honestly i use vans. they are pretty wide and flat which is great for lifting."
"Traditional vans and converse for me. They are flat and sturdy."
"Agree with the chucks and vans! stylish plus they're relatively affordable :))"
"I work out in a worn out pair of vans. Broke in, flat soles, no blisters, comfy."
"You're probably better of going to the gym in any regular sneakers. Vans, allstars."
#8
Hoka
4.7
(9)
"Hoka they will be your best buy...a bit expensive but will last at least 5 years if taken care of."
"I like hoka for the gym and Nike for everyday."
"Received a pair of Hoka Cliftons for Christmas last year. Don’t think I will ever go back."
"I love my Hoka cliftons. Been wearing this line for over 6 years and ran a half marathon in them."
"I bought a pair of Hoka running trainers through vinted for about 30 quid."
"Hoka Cliftons for running and walking. It’s like a cloud on my foot after the initial break in period."
"Hoka."
"My walking shoes are Hoka brand and much more supportive than the Metcons."
"I only buy clouds or Hoka Online"
#9
Nike Metcon
4.5
(8)
"From what i searched best talaga yung Nike Metcon but since medj expensive i’m eyeing on the Nike Zoom Bella 6."
"If you want to splurge Nike Metcons, Reebok Nano series, Puma Fuse, Under Armor Reign Lifter."
"I love my metcons."
"Sounds like you want either Reebok CrossFit Nanos or Nike Metcons."
"Metcons all the way."
"Try some of the crossfit shoes, Nike metcons, and Reebok nanos."
"You might want to think about crossfit sneaks (metcons or nanos) as well as general cross-trainers."
"My Nike Metcon cross-trainers seem too clunky to me."
#10
Decathlon
4.1
(8)
"Their kiprun models are really good for the price if you're running on the regular."
"If u are on budget then decathlon is good enough otherwise under armour nike adidas are also good but expensive"
"Decathlon . Or basic reebok classics."
"Decathlon kalenji range start at about £15 new."
"I 4th the Decathlon suggestion."
"Decathlon has its own range, which are highly rated for budget shoes."
"Decathalon I find is very good for reasonably priced reasonable quality sports/exercise wear."
"Buy from decathlon they sell cheap but sturdy shoes with 2yr warranty their kalenji shoes are good."
#11
Xero
3.9
(8)
"Most people I see at the gym use Xero Prio or HFS."
"Best for sled pushes, flat sole grip"
"Switched to Xero Prios - split squats were way more stable."
"I like just basic Xero Prios as all purpose prefer my Whitin high tops for lifting (squats deadlifts etc)"
"Xero Shoes has a show room at the warehouse where you can try them on. Very thin, flat, wide etc."
"Keep the laces as loose as possible."
"Zero drop "barefoot" shoes like Xero brand are good too."
"My xero prio's were awful for shoes (they lasted like 4 months before the crappy upper started falling apart) but for just in the gym they would be fine."
#12
Skechers
4.0
(7)
"I (M69) wear slip-on Sketchers that are walky type shoes. No issues for me."
"Skechers dude! I've heard good about asics too you can check Myntra sale is running currently"
"I just use Skechers I got on sale from sports direct."
"My husband recently got a pair of Sketchers that he uses in the gym for £25."
"Sketchers and asics."
"Controversial opinion: skechers. Maganda yung support and magaan."
"Skechers thru Zappos - free!"
#13
Reebok
4.5
(6)
"Reebok Nano"
"Are all I wear in the gym!"
"Reebok nanos for lifting, brooks or hokas for running"
"I’ve been loving them tbh"
"For lifting and hokas for running!"
"Reebok nanos. Or for a cheaper option, wear your running shoes and then go barefoot for squats and deadlifts."
#14
Under Armour
4.2
(5)
"Zero complaints so far, good for gym use, comes in several colorways, price around 3.5k"
"I got some decent under armour off sports direct for £30."
"Never been uncomfortable in the gym."
"You should check under armour great foot support"
"Some black under armor, I found on Amazon."
#15
Vibram
4.2
(5)
"I've been training exclusively with the KSOs and they are supper grippy, confortable and are holding up. I think they are a perfect gym shoe."
"If you want full bare, I think the best option is vibram five fingers."
"I usually recommend something like the Vibram KSO EVO when this question comes up."
"I like to use my KSO Evo's in the gym."
"I love the minimalism and the ability to spread my toes."
#16
Vivobarefoot
4.8
(4)
"I second Vivobearfoot. Specifically the Primus Lite Knits. They're ugly but a game changer."
"Great for lifting"
"Barefoot shoes are your best Bet when it comes to wide feet."
"I like Vivobarefoot for packing small and the option to use any insole."
#17
Nobull
4.5
(4)
"I LOVE my No Bulls. Absolutely great for everything."
"Nobull and going on 2 years with the same pair."
"I like the no bull trainers."
"Nobull for standard gym."
#18
Puma
4.5
(4)
"If you got someone who can bring you shoes from uae, get puma fuse 3.0 from namshi. Been using them for 5 months now, best investment"
"The shoes are giving me really good support during lifts and other movements."
"Puma from myntra :p, i got for 1600 its good."
"Any shoes which have a wide toe box and flat sole. Puma ke mil jayenge and for squats you can buy rxn squat shoes, Indian brand hai kaafi reliable."
#19
Anta
3.8
(4)
"Cheap, exceptional for running"
"Less than RM200 with vouchers, decent for daily wear"
"Gamit ko now is yung anta, wala ko pang 2k nabili affordable at magaan siya."
"It is okay to go to gym once a week using anta pg7 shoes."
#20
Whitin
3.5
(4)
"If you're not powerlifting or doing crossfit style stuff with a ton of dynamic movements, then I would think any basic barefoot sneaker would work. Whitin Minimalist Barefoot Sneakers."
"I would spend $40 on some Whitins."
"Just some Whitins or Geweos if you can still find them on Amazon. Gym conditions are actually pretty tame for a shoe; they don’t need to be anything fancy."
"Whitins lol. Xeros seem ok too."
#21
Scheels
4.0
(3)
"Scheels, and their return policy is great"
"Seconding Scheels. They have a massive selection for both men and women."
"Scheels.....and if you check their returns section, they'll apparently accept the most well-worn pairs back."
#22
ASICS
5.0
(2)
"They support so well"
"I personally prefer the Brooks Beast as it offers a bit more support."
#23
New Balance Minimus
4.0
(2)
"Look at something like New Balance Minimus, Nike MetCon, Reebok Nano."
"I'm wearing new balance minimus and they're pretty good for running."
#24
Altra
4.0
(2)
"Altra brand shoes! They come in wide and the toe box is more square/natural shaped."
"Altra has good wide shoes."
#25
Nike Free
4.0
(2)
"I wear my Nike free (2nd gen?) that I also use for lifting."
"I like the Nike Free line. They're quite comfortable."
#26
Lono
4.0
(2)
"Lono Flow for the gym. Cheaper than vivo with the same quality."
"I think the Lono Flow deserves a look. Similar to the Vivo Primus Lite but under $100."
#27
Ryka
4.0
(2)
"My go to shoe is Ryka."
"Ryka are also good. They are made for walking women!"
#28
Puma Velocity Nitro 2
4.0
(2)
"If you want to do Puma, I would go Velocity Nitro 2 instead of Deviate Nitro 2."
"Peg or puma velocity nitro 2"
#29
Saucony
4.0
(2)
"I’ve used Saucony Kinvaras and Topo Specter 1 for gym and long distance running."
"I have shoes for running (saucony) and shoes for the gym (nike metcon)"
#30
Lululemon
5.0
(1)
"My wife swears by the Lululemon bliss runners for working out and light runs."
#31
Freet
5.0
(1)
"Freet Tanga 2. Can't say enough good about them. They are my casuals, gym, and I think I've run in them once."
#32
Tyr Drop
5.0
(1)
"Tyr Drop zero is my favorite gym shoe when lateral or running isn't involved. Great ground feel for deadlifts and squats."
#33
Yonex
5.0
(1)
"I currently play tennis with Yonex Eclipsion 4s and they are amazing."
#34
Brooks and Asics
5.0
(1)
"I love Brooks and Asics! Especially Asics' pure gel."
#35
Wilson
5.0
(1)
"Any wilson branded shoes. I just got the “rush pro ace” i think they’re called. They are awesome."
#36
Topo
4.0
(1)
"I’ve used Saucony Kinvaras and Topo Specter 1 for gym and long distance running."
#37
Merrell
4.0
(1)
"$70 on a pair of Merrell vapor gloves (old model or on sale) just to have options."
#38
SPARX
4.0
(1)
"SPARX Mens Sm 323 Sneaker. I'm using these since a year and they do the job pretty well."
#39
Walmart
4.0
(1)
"A decent pair of van/chuck style flats work well. I honestly use a Walmart brand Chuck knockoff and their great."
#40
Impact
4.0
(1)
"For Squats & Deadlifts use Impact Barefoot shoes, these are ₹ 999 on Amazon."
#41
Impakto
4.0
(1)
"I like impakto barefoot shoes they are really comfortable"
#42
Kipsta
4.0
(1)
"Mentioned as a gym shoe"
#43
Free
4.0
(1)
"Good for lift + cardio"
#44
Neeman
4.0
(1)
"Mentioned for gym use"
#45
Hobibears
4.0
(1)
"Inexpensive, size up one size"
#46
FleetFeet
4.0
(1)
"Might be cheaper than a podiatrist, expect to spend $250+ on shoes"
#47
Saguaro
4.0
(1)
"Reasonable first test for gym use, good grip & stability"
#48
Kalenji
4.0
(1)
"Kalenji shoes by decathlon. Cost 899."
#49
Peak
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been buying Peak. I don’t know if others find it comfortable but it works for me."
#50
Vivo
4.0
(1)
"My gym shoes are either vivo (old model. geo court racers) or kso evo and i really like both so i would recommend either of them."
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