1
Brooks Ghost 17
Owners treat the Ghost 17 as a reliable, well-cushioned daily trainer that comfortably handles easy miles, long runs, and even half marathons. Most find it soft and supportive with a pleasant step-in feel, though several note it's on the heavier side and prefer something faster for racing. A few longtime Ghost fans feel the redesign changed the shoe and found the toe box narrower than expected.
82%
11
2
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
Owners are split on the Speed 4, and the complaints cluster hard around fit. The most common gripe is a narrow, pointy toebox that cramps and rubs the pinky toe, with several runners reporting toe numbness or circulation issues a few kilometers in. A lot of people also feel the midsole is firmer and deader than expected, with some saying it rides like a heavier daily trainer than a snappy speed shoe and takes real work to lock down.
75%
134
3
Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
Owners are split on the Endorphin Speed 5: many call it the most stable, versatile do-everything Speed yet, with an improved roomier upper and a smooth rocker that's happy across tempo, speed work, and many longer runs. Others feel it rides firmer and more muted than the 4 and earlier versions, having lost some of the bounce and punch. Durability is a recurring worry, with several runners reporting early outsole wear and the foam going flat sooner than expected, and a few find the $175 price hard to justify.
62%
60
4
Nike Pegasus 41
Owners find the Pegasus 41 a comfortable, durable everyday trainer and walking shoe with strong value, but many call it firm, heavy and 'dead' with little energy return, and a notable minority report knee, shin or foot pain.
60%
229
5
Adidas Adizero Boston 12
Owners love the Boston 12 as a firm, fast, exceptionally durable tempo trainer, though many struggle with its stiff upper, slippery laces, and narrow forefoot.
56%
230
6
Adidas Adizero Boston 13
The Boston 13 wins praise as a versatile, firm, durable tempo trainer with a much-improved upper, though owners still fight fiddly laces, a narrow toe box, and a ride too firm for easy runs.
55%
309
7
Brooks Ghost 18
Owners are genuinely split on the Ghost 18. Fans say it's a clear step up from the 17, with a roomier toebox, a more secure heel, and softer cushioning that holds up for long days on your feet. The recurring frustration is the heel collar digging into the ankle, an irritation that sizing up to wide or 2E doesn't fix and that sent several people back to the store, plus complaints that the ride feels firm and clunky. It tends to work best for those who want a roomy, everyday trainer and didn't have ankle trouble in past Ghosts; if you're sensitive around the ankle, try before you buy.
49%
92
8
Brooks Ghost 16
Comfortable cushioning wins loyal fans, but a large share found the 16 runs narrow and tight in the forefoot, with awkward lacing and blisters driving returns and size changes.
45%
67
9
Saucony Triumph 22
Most owners who stick with the Triumph 22 praise its plush, soft cushioning and call it a reliable daily trainer for easy and recovery runs, with several noting it feels smoother and more stable than the 20/21 it replaced. A significant minority pushes back hard, though, centering on the shoe's added weight and bulk compared to prior versions, describing the ride as clunky or 'brick-like' rather than the springy feel long-time Triumph fans expected. Overheating and poor breathability in the upper come up repeatedly, sometimes paired with blisters, and a recurring subset of owners explicitly prefers the discontinued 20/21 enough to go buy up remaining stock instead of the 22. A smaller group also reports joint soreness or minor injuries after putting real mileage on the shoe.
42%
53
10
Asics Gel-Nimbus 28
Most owners rave about the Gel Nimbus's plush, cloud-like cushioning, which they lean on for easy, long, and recovery runs, with several saying it relieves foot pain and soreness better than rivals like Hoka or New Balance. A meaningful minority, though, report a recurring defect where a hole wears through the upper near the toe, an issue that has persisted across the 25, 26, and 27 generations. Others have drifted to competitors like the Vomero Plus, Superblast, or NB 1080v14 for a more responsive ride, and some experience hot spots, an overly soft metatarsal area, or a bulky, loose-fitting upper that loses its premium feel after around 50km. Overall it's a well-loved daily cushioned trainer with a known durability quirk that keeps a portion of owners from fully committing to it.
42%
45
11
ASICS Novablast 5
Owners love how soft, bouncy, and comfortable the Novablast 5 feels fresh out of the box, and most call it a versatile daily trainer with a roomy toe box for the price. The big recurring gripe is durability: the midsole bounce dies early for many runners, often between 100 and 300km, after which it feels flat and lifeless. A sizable group also reports forefoot or arch pain they blame on the front pod, and several note slippery grip on wet pavement and a loud, slappy ride.
41%
145
12
Hoka Clifton 10
Owners love the Clifton 10's plush cushioning for walking and easy miles, but a large share report poor durability, foot and arch pain, and a soft, unstable ride with little energy return.
40%
128
13
Hoka Clifton 9
A light, well-cushioned daily trainer with a smooth rockered ride that runners find comfortable and reliable for easy miles. Some report the cushioning going flat after 100-150 miles and heel-collar rubbing.
38%
24
14
Adidas Ultraboost 5
Owner sentiment on the Ultraboost splits along durability lines: a solid contingent reports years of comfortable, high-mileage use (including 70+ mile weeks and multi-year pairs still going strong) and praises the shoe as among the most comfortable they own, with a true-to-size fit. But a meaningful minority describes premature failure, sole cracking, peeling, and loosening showing up in as little as 3 to 6 months, sometimes across multiple pairs, driving some to swear off the brand entirely. A secondary complaint is that comfort and cushioning have slipped compared to earlier Ultraboost generations (1.0, 3.0, 4.0), and the redesigned caged look and heel cup are polarizing, with several owners calling the newer styling unattractive. A smaller group also flags fit annoyances like heel slippage and a footbed that shifts during wear.
35%
34
15
Saucony Ride 19
Most owners come away impressed with the Ride 19, praising its plush, cushioned feel and a midsole that runs softer than the outgoing Ride 17 while still delivering a bouncy, responsive ride. Several runners specifically call it an upgrade over rivals like the Hoka Clifton and Nike Pegasus 39, and some report quicker times running in them. A vocal minority pushes back, though, finding the shoe heavier and slower-feeling than they'd like, with a couple of owners saying the foam just doesn't feel peppy or exciting to run in. Isolated gripes about heel-wear durability and white colorways showing dirt quickly show up but aren't widespread enough to call a trend.
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