8 Best DAILY Running Shoes (from cheapest to most expensive)

[@LashanR]

Love my SL2s. Ran Berlin Marathon in them and they worked great! So light and snappy, comfortable for slow runs and they can pick up the pace easilly, and so much better than my previous Saucony Endorphin Speed 3s in the wet. Those were absolutely useless in races because any benefit you get from the nylon plates is wiped out because you need to slow way down on wet pavement (so at every single water station) as otherwise you'd slip and fall

[@ianjames3078]

I bought speed 4 a few weeks ago, couldn’t believe how slippery they are….so disappointed

[@mhargz]

Love my SL2s too, but they’re not happy about going very slow! Supernova Rise are outstanding for easy runs. I use my SL2s for long steady runs 🫶

[@v6i838]

Done my first ever marathon today (not in a race, just training) in the Novablast 4. It’s a great, comfy shoe, carried me very well. I’d say if you have a bit of a wide foot go for your regular size like I do, not the half size down Ben suggested

[@Jamsville]

Hi Ben, I just hit my first sub 1:50 half marathon this morning by following the advice from your videos. Thanks so much for giving us your valuable wisdom!!

[@pavankumardittakavi5325]

Hey, that's great to hear. Can you help us with few of the things/tips that really helped you out

[@BenParkes]

Congratulations!! 🙌

[@James-Henderson]

I did most of my longer marathon training runs in the Speed 4s and my speed work in the SL2. Race day and some longer runs in Adidas Pro 3. Thanks to the the help of your training plan I knocked 5min 30s off my marathon PB at Abingdon last week.

[@BenParkes]

Congratulations James, that's superb. Great to hear everything worked well for you.. especially in the bad weather at Abingdon! 🙌

[@OsloVM60-64]

I agree with your description of the Boston 12. This has been the best daily trainer for me in 2024. It has even convinced me to prefer shoes with less padding in the upper😉. It makes hot days less sweathy. In addition the fit is very good for me with my wide feet - that is not always the case with Adidas (and a few other brands). All in all a shoe I have enjoyed both for easy days and races!

[@Fraser365]

Puma Velocity Nitro 2 for £55 is a bargain, so much so I stocked up with a second pair. Perfect trainer for the daily, non-specific runs.

[@definit1on119]

The sl2 and the Boston 12 are two of my favorite daily teainers

[@lazzaboyman8003]

I went from a Brooks Adrenaline to the NovaBlast and it’s been a joy! So much more energy return and very lightweight in comparison. I’ve used it for faster 5ks up to half marathon and it worked great for me.

[@AL_1547]

Novablast 4 has been my favorite running shoe I've ever owned. I do still want to track down a pair of Superblast 2s, but I think I'd only use those for my long runs. Asics have always worked great for me, but their old lineup of Cumulus and Nimbus etc. was definitely starting to feel dated which encouraged my 4-5 year experiment with Altra. Now I'm back with Asics and it's nice to see them more at the front of the pack right now. Top to bottom, it would be hard to put any other manufacturer's lineup above theirs.

[@thomasbone8970]

Nike Turbos are fantastic for me. I started running when everyone was going mad for the old pegasus turbos and couldn't get hold of a pair myself. So glad they brought them back.

[@elliottjones9781]

Never miss a Ben Parkes upload! Thanks to your training plan too which recently got me to a half marathon PB in Sarah’s hat!

[@BenParkes]

Congratulations Elliott!! That's great to hear. Big well done to you 🙌

[@rubarb1275]

Excellent as always Ben! Also, I would highly recommend your running merch to anyone watching. Your hats are the first option I always pick everytime I run, and your running tops feel great on the run and have an excellent fit! 👍

[@BenParkes]

Thank you for the lovely message and great to hear how well everything is working! 😀

[@rikgrafiek3073]

Got the SL2 this summer and it’s been my go to shoe for pretty much every type of run. Such a fun, cushioned daily trainer. It was my first ever pair of Adidas, been a Nike fan for many years and it’s turned me into a 3 stripes enthousiast. Actually ran very few miles in the peg plus compared to the sl2. Looking forward to getting the Evo SL later this week.

[@khalilwilson2586]

I run about 20-30 miles a week. I use the Nike vomero 17s and saucony ride 17s and they’ve both been good to me. I’m looking to pick up a pair of nova blast 4’s around January

[@AdrianNiveau]

New Balance is crazy selling their SC Trainer V3 for 250 € in Europe

[@matallen6857]

New balance sc trainer is cheap in Aus. The exchange rate is essentially 2AUSD to 1 GBP

[@Feanaro5503]

That’s nuts

[@DougYuen]

I got a pair of Superblast 2s based on your reviews. They are my new favorite shoe, so thank you! Anyone who's still looking for them, keep checking multiple times a day and you should eventually see them when they restock. I think it took me about 2 weeks of checking before I was able to find a pair in my size that weren't pink.

[@JudahOlive]

Where do you check? Asics website, amazon or some other place?

[@DougYuen]

@@JudahOlive The Asics website was the one that I found availability on first, but I was checking a bunch of other sites too. Marathon Sports, Road Runner Sports, Fleet Feet, Running Warehouse. I'm sure there are a bunch of other stores, but that seemed like enough for me to check. I just kept the pages open in my browser and refreshed every once in a while. I did look on Amazon, but the listings had very few reviews, so I wasn't sure about trusting those sellers. I didn't want to spend this much money and risk getting a knockoff. Best of luck if you're looking!

[@georgskjellestad-wf5qk]

Thank you very much for these tests, Ben! Cheers from Norway.

[@lukegaskin-farley570]

Love the videos Ben, after your reccomendations I bought some Nova Blast 4's and I love them and use them for every kind of run. However I'm a bit boring and got them in black!

[@rajatswain9986]

Very honest review about daily shoes. I followed your recommendation last time and now enjoying my run with super blast 2

[@jonl2938]

I run everything but 5k races in my Adidas SL2s. For really fast runs I use my Adidas Adios, which I find helps me run around 20-30 seconds faster on a 5k.

[@MiracleWarriors]

I got the SuperBlast 2 but I did not run much on them yet , but the first impression it is 10 out of 10 ! My top three most addictive shoes I wear/or so wearing in 2024 : - Puma Velocity Nitro 3 ; - Asics Gel-Nimbus 26 ; -Gel-Cumulus 26. And honor mentions to other great shoes that I own : Invincible 3 ,Gel-Kayano 31 , Mizuno Wave Sky 7 Nova Blast 4 and On Cloud Monster Hyper . Great year for running shoes !

[@ryan4327]

I have the Topo Athletic Spectre 2s that I've been very happy with. They're intended for fast tempo and speed workouts, but with the cushioning works well for distance and everyday runs.

[@derringera]

7:55 I had to go down an entire size for Boston 12s and they still slide unless I wear the thickest and least breathsble socks I own. I've never had to go down any amount of size with many models each of Asics, Nike, Saucony, Hoka, or Topo.

[@dennispacelli1007]

Gee sad! That is why it is best if you can to visit the store I have NONE either where I live and buy the same damn shoe because it 'fits' for me BUT I need to branch out a bit

[@Dan-77]

I currently wear saucony guide 17 and puma forever run and I currently have bought asics gel kayano 31 as I overpronate for my next marathon in Edinburgh as I wore the version 30 in Manchester for my first marathon this year I do have the new balance rebel 4 but have only worn them once as i think they might irritate my shins

[@andytlwy]

Do you have a preference between the Guide 17, Foreverrun Nitro and Kayano 30? I’ve got the Saucony tempus which I love but I really want a more cushioned daily that I can wear all day but also enjoy an easy run/long run in. You know a do it all like the video suggests

[@tkwasik]

How's the fit on forever run ? I like the ride of that shoe but ankle collar rubs me every time I run more than 1h in it - rub to blood and not socks will eliminate that, It's suck cus I really like that shoe

[@bobkhan1809]

@@andytlwy Try the Saucony Hurricane 24, amazing shoe.

[@michellesoutrunning]

I love the Reebok Floatride Energy 5 ($40) and the ASICS Noosa Tri 16 ($135) for daily runs.

[@BalazsZolyomi]

I ran my first marathon in the SL2 this month.

[@garydover2680]

Got 700 miles on my first pair of Superblast 1s, finally need replacing, Superblast 2, on order for 3 months, now bought Hoka MachX2. What is ASICS problem, version 1 was so popular so can’t be a surprise with the demand for version 2 😡

[@lizbee726]

I agree! Asics is very poor at meeting market demand. You need to pre- order and/or wait for months. It's not good enough. I went elsewhere. C'mon ASICS please lift your game. 🤔😢❌

[@mryak288]

Puma Velocity Nitro 3 in wide is on Start Fitness btw. Have been eyeing a pair as someone with hobbit feet.

[@predacontherising3715]

can these shoes be also use for daily wear? like just going out to the mall and what not just casual things not running

[@tomyang714]

I got the SL2 and Boston 12 on discount, and really enjoyed them. Great value. I'm looking forward to Evo SL next.

[@ellohoffman8552]

For the cheapest category you should try Atreyu. They’re a small American company that sell a very nice carbon plated shoe for only $110. I ran in them for a while and they were wonderful and lasted quite a long time

[@BenParkes]

Yes I tested the carbon version a few years ago.. great value. Thanks for the reminder!! 😀

[@nizam_mr]

Adidas SL2 really amazing for its price to pop n weight. imo its a more stable Rebel2/3 in term of squish for mid n forefoot strike. I used to recommend rebel2/3 n novablast3 to friends getting into running as theyre good n at discounted price now, not heavy so they dont feel sluggish trying to run, n lightweight 'feel fast'. After getting SL2, this is my recommendation, as adidas always let old colorway get discounted as new colour drops 👌. i got mine in aug, n now already 420km.

[@TaddLeRocque]

Superblast 2 for long runs, Speed 4 for workouts, Rebel 4 for tempo runs, Clifton 9 for recovery runs, Kayano 31 if I need some support, and Alphaflys for race day!

[@dennispacelli1007]

Maybe you will win the Olympics now with all of these shoes!

[@jon735]

Just got the puma velocity nitro 3 for £55. Unbelievable value.

[@andytlwy]

🤯 where???

[@jon735]

@@andytlwy $110 NZD from the puma online shop in NZ (where I live)!

[@andytlwy]

@@jon735 ahhhhh that makes sense! Must be fantastic running in NZ 🌄

[@BenParkes]

Great bargain hunting!!

[@leslie6217]

Puma really is great value. The Velocity Nitro 3 are so comfy and have been a great training shoe. Currently on sale direct from Puma and can’t often find them discounted on runnerinn.

[@MedicineRunner]

Took me a while for the shoe to break in but I did grow to love the velocity nitro 3. It’s the only shoe I’ve ever had in my rotation that has seen trails AND the track.

[@pbnotj1]

I wish that the adidas sl2 wasn’t so narrow . I don’t understand why their Boston 12 fits me super well with slightly wider foot but sl2 just way too tight.

[@crazyjds]

They have a wide option for sl2 which work for me as my speed shoe

[@CATinBOOTS81]

Because unfortunately Adidas shoe sizing is very inconsistent.

[@gunnarmh]

Asics Noosa Tri is slept on.

[@MLHunt]

Love the colorways on that shoe

[@norikokumagai4513]

My favourite.

[@BenParkes]

Great shoe for sure.. didn't quite make the cut for this video, but one to consider.

[@БузинСергей-ъ7е]

Hi! I like Saucony Ride 17 with pwrun+ foam (like in Triumph 21). Price/Quality is the best. And it's a real do-it-all shoe!

[@boudewijndekemp3162]

Have you tried the Mizuno Neo Vista yet? For me its up there with the superblast V2

[@BenParkes]

Yes the review is on my channel!

[@BruceWayne-us3kw]

My favorites are the mizuno wave riders for long and easy runs and the saucony endorphin speeds for running fast and racing.

[@MLHunt]

SL 2 is the lowkey shoe of the year in a year dominated by huge stacks and plated shoes

[@MdShamim__]

your running clips in the video are just too good

[@Marco5ilva]

New balance could dispute the super trainer categorie with superblast if they price it correctly! Cant find the sc trainer for less than 240eur

[@dallan7740]

Had to sell my SL2s as the sizing wasn't right. My normal size 9 was too small. Then got 9.5, also too small. Then got size 10, which were the right length but the toebox at that size was too big. Did about 30 miles in them before giving up. So many blisters. They did feel bouncy though

[@chrxsk]

Any idea when the next batch of superblast colourways drop? Not a fan of the white pair currently available because id destroy them within a couple of runs 😂

[@sheldonjanuary4058]

Do you expect the same 800 mile mileage out of the Novablast, as you said for the Superblast?

[@andrejathieke9702]

Got a half marathon and marathon PB in Adidas Boston 12 in last two months. No issues whatsoever while running, but such a hassle to put them on. Is it just me??

[@erther9618]

🙋🏻‍♂️

[@artyombaroyan7626]

Would be interesting to hear your thoughts on mid- and high-end Mizuno’s. I have Neo Vista, they are great - versatile as Novablast, comfy as Nimbus and more fun to run in than both of those

[@UtahRunning]

I love my New Balance SC. I am in the US so I got them at the more reasonable price. I wouldn't have paid more than $200 for them, even though I like them. I got them to train for a marathon in December and so far they have been great for me.

[@allongroth7971]

Thanks for a very useful video. Question re the Superblast - does it make sense to rotate between it and the Novablast (which I already have) or is the structure too similar for rotation?

[@A222-x8m]

Do you think you could do a video on the best running shoes for heavy treadmill training/users? Thanks!

[@richarddbonus]

Hoka Mach x 2 is magical as well for most of the paces and distances 🫶🏼 Finally ordered a long sleeve one, can’t wait to run in it Ben

[@michysbestrecipes]

Got a pair of ascis superblast after Ben’s video but i don’t like it so much for running. The plate is rather flat and harder than nike vomero 17 which i use as training shoes, it doesn’t have the comfy bouncy effect & the foam is even harder than nike alphafly 3, but it’s super nice for walking though

[@sheldonjanuary4058]

Would you say the Mach 6 and Peg plus are too similar to have both?

[@tomee7]

I found the Novablast has a disconnect from the rear to forefoot grip causing it to be very noisy causing a slapping noise

[@camonly849]

I love my superblasts, it's always my go to shoe. I absolutely hated the adidas boston 12. I felt like my heel was below my forefoot and it made it so that I felt resistance when I would run. Created some achilles issues....I was super disappointed after watching so many people talk highly of it. I think it mostly has to do with my foot strike. I'm a heel/midfoot striker. However I bought the edge paris and those feel absolutely amazing. So much bounce and energy return. Felt like the boston 12 has zero bounce and energy return.

[@tkwasik]

Same here - no idea what peeps see in Boston 12, it's absolute brick for me

[@tkwasik]

Same here, no idea what people see in Boston 12, it's absolute brick for me

[@camonly849]

@tkwasik ya it's not comfortable either. I'd rather run barefoot

[@Paulien1878]

I had to break them in for a good 50k until they stopped feeling like bricks. Now it’s my go to shoe for speed sessions (mid foot strike / 58kg for reference)

[@camonly849]

@Paulien1878 I've put about 25 miles on mine. They just feel dead, no energy return and they give me achilles issues. I'm just gonna sell them. I bought the asics edge paris for speed workouts etc. That shoe is insanely fast too. I love it.

[@natanbar9176]

What do you think about the Hoka mach 6

[@pauljennings2425]

This is my daily run shoe and I’m very happy with it. Light, fun and comfortable

[@ashleysanders1472]

I was suggested the brooks adrenaline at a sports store. Needless to say I wish I would have gone to a running store because this shoe not my favorite. At first I liked them. 2 months later. My feet cramp up with long time wear. And I blister a lot. But I feel stable running in them

[@barynhulley9978]

Personally I also found the Hoka Mach 6 to be a really awesome daily trainer as well.

[@BenParkes]

It really is! Just didn't quite make the cut here.. still recommend though!

[@jakoblavigne8909]

Ben, if a new runner doesn’t want elite shoes. What’s the best to run first marathon? Tempo, daily or long run shoe?? Looking for a shoe in this range. NB trainer? ASICS Nova?

[@NitrousMiike]

Looks like the SuperBlast 2 is back in stock online in some sizes/colors as of today (Oct 28). Just fyi.

[@datadps9142]

great, just got my superblast today 😂 can't wait to try them on 🎉

[@BenParkes]

have fun!!

[@ThePhil889]

Really surprised to not see NB Rebel v4 and Mach 6 on your picks. Those are my favorite daily trainers of 2024 and from what I’ve seen Run testers think so too.

[@MrKean99]

Does anybody know what the name of the shop that Ben showed in the opening b roll? Looked like it was stocked amazing

[@smiledentgal]

Thanks, I just ordered Boston 12 to train alongside my kayano. With temperatures dropping real medal worthy struggle is to get out of bed 😂

[@deannemmer6742]

ASICS NB and SB I needed to go half size up, not down. They’re super. Tight in the toe box. The NB more so. I don’t know, how Ben sized down honestly.

[@antonygouldstone6567]

I love my Novablasts, still fairly new to running but they are my go to and so comfortable.

[@manno9621]

Hey Ben, love the channel, always do honest 🙌🏽 anyway what about the Vomero 17? Classic daily trainer with zoom x, can pick up the pace but daily miles are sound. The Pegasus plus I'm sorry may be a lovely shoe to run in, but it's a truly terrible looking shoe, that stripe 🫣... Fashion 🚨. The Pegasus 41 is a looker..... Anyway take care thanks for the vlog 👍🏽

[@barnabyjamespackham6772]

I used to only have the kiprun kd900 (which has just been updated), phenomenal shoe at many paces and distances, great price and I dont know any other company that makes a more durable shoe!

[@FelonMusk2021]

I use only one shoe for all my runs and weight sessions. It's called vibram fivefingers evo. Could u pls review it.

[@clemensmehler3330]

Great Video, what about the new balance fuelcell Rebel v4?

[@ducjohnson4333]

I bought the superblast 2 in my regular size but I had to return them after 60km’s, anytime I ran for more than 10k my feet would hurt, the last run I even ended up with a blue toenail… I might buy them half a size up when I get a refund. I’m surprised that you went half a size smaller?

[@Gulingkambing]

Which is better between the Nike Pegasus Plus and the Nike Pegasus 41 for a daily run?

[@Thomlabe]

Not saying Ben is wrong here, but we have very different experienge with the SL2. I have freakishly wide feet and these fit me fine, they are narrow in the heel but wide otherwise. I ordered them because they are measured on the end of the spectrum in case of width. Maybe it’s a foot shape thing, or maybe he meant the heel and midfoot. They were also true to size for me in US 13.

[@michaelbost4050]

How do the Boston 12's work for you in terms of width? I've got a high volume foot Moreso than wide. The Boston 12's in my normal size 13 no issues. Adios too narrow gave me blisters in the toe box and heel

[@Thomlabe]

@@michaelbost4050 I tried on the Boston 12 and they felt fine, a bit too long actually in my regular size, but width was great. I ended up spending twice the money on the Pro 3 instead, though…

[@alfdickinson1971]

Have you ever pinged a shoe into the Thames doing that bending pop thing yet? The colour way makes the Nova blasts look so fast lol; too much drop for me. Got some Tri Noosa arriving soon with 5mm hopefully my feet will tolerate that!

[@Ennis09]

Mizuno Neo vista needs to be in this!

[@BenParkes]

So many good shoes out there at the moment!

[@Ennis09]

@ I agree! My problem with the vista at the moment is heel slip, to reduce it I cinch the laces down a bit but then I get tons of pressure from the laces across the top of my foott! I think I need to size down half a size!

[@scottwiggans6292]

I not tried Mach x2 ?? Think you’ll love it

[@steve24550]

I've got a pair of the Puma Velocity Nitro 3's. Bought them very cheaply here in Australia. I can't fault them.

[@ryanrogers4665]

what socks are you running throughout this video? looking for good running socks that are a bit higher

[@TG1417]

Boston 12 is my shoe of choice. Runs fast and the grip is great for the price, definitely recommended but you might want to get them a 0.5 size up

[@dennispacelli1007]

wasn't the comment above 1 size down and still problems?

[@TG1417]

@@dennispacelli1007 gotta try it in person to know, 0.5 size up worked better for me!

[@CATinBOOTS81]

As always, Adidas shoes sizing is completely all over the place. In my case, for Adidas SL2 I had to go one full size up.

[@suranperera4620]

Endorphin Speed really too firm for marathon training long runs? Just done one marathon and used that - intended to use it again.

[@jurisdpuris]

Hey Ben, what is your foot lenght in cm? I see you wear uk12.

[@Aidan-j9g]

Hi Ben what’s the best shoe out of the Pegasus plus Zoomfly 6 or Pegasus 41 what’s the best just in general and overall what’s the best

[@notall1196]

If you're non elite, comfort and weight is king imo

[@stuartlane7107]

My favourite trainers are on your list Adidas SL2 and the Boston 12. They are both awesome trainers.

[@ericguqin]

Could you recommend a running shoe good for travelling/walking as well?

[@MrJamesWood95]

Ben I’m curious why you don’t talk about ‘on’ shoes?

[@weeklykillah]

Peg plus vs invincible 3? does it make sense ti have both in rotation?

[@ryanjonesky]

Kinvara 14s are love. Cheap, comfortable, and long-lasting.

[@pernillejensen9002]

I love my Hoka Clifton or speedgoat for the trails

[@unknowpeople1614]

Qaiodan Feiying PB4 is the best value for money..... light, bouncy, durable

[@Martin-kq4dk]

Puma velocity 2 and 3 are a poor chinese product. Things changes with the Deviate. boston 11 and 12 are premium shoes, durable, stable, and versatile. but may be the Nb fuelcell and asics foams are over all . I got the magic speed from 2022 ( 500 kms ) and they work ,

[@simonmassingham]

What is the reason you never have shoes from ON Altra Kiprun ect. In your reviews

[@OWS777]

One Superblast 2 to rule them all

[@TischTosh]

$200 and they're neither cooking dinner nor cleaning up afterwards? 😂😂😂 no thanks

[@MaxiDecco]

Expensive and not recomend for daily trainer

[@michaeltran2743]

I’m still using the SB1. I’m only at 120mi in them. Doubt I’ll be getting the SB2 until the SB3 comes out

[@PanSam80]

I have SB1. Unfortunately too narrow for me at the pinky toe. The upper is also not so breathable and the outsole have already signs of wear at the exposed foam parts after 100km.

[@azriqhaikalazahari7148]

@@PanSam80and that what asics have improve on sb2.

[@MedicineRunner]

I still don’t think there is a shoe that beats the endorphin speed 4 at all paces from recovery to 5k pace. It’s the truest “do-it-all” shoe I have found anyway. Haven’t tried the peg plus yet tho

[@myleenacierto6989]

Puma Forever Run Nitro is underrated. This shoe is comfortable and you can walk for a few kilometers without hurting your feet. Highly recommended for people with plantar fasciitis

[@tadejdanev5030]

this are stable no?

[@Robzabest25]

sc trianer v3 vs fuecl rebel 4?

[@B_Slime]

understand its all about personal feel on foot but actual measureables the sl2 and the puma velocity nitro 3 are wider than the novablast 4 with only a .5mm difference in the taper from widest part to the big toe. Nike makes some of the narrowest shoes now ben I feel like your're getting duped mate into buying narrow shoes in wider than average shoes