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Best Cushioned Running Shoes

Best Cushioned Running Shoes

We rank the running shoes with the best cushioning on the market according to thousands of experienced runners.

Our rankings reflect the fair and accurate judgments of real runners by applying data science to thousands of verified shoe reviews. Our reviews are collected from the most knowledgeable and experienced runners in the world.

Click through to each shoe page below to view a full set of ratings, pros, cons, and written reviews for each shoe.

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  1. HOKA ONE ONE Bondi 8
    Trainer Neutral
    9.7 43 reviews
    Marketed as a long-distance trainer with maximum cushioning, this shoe receives strong overall marks and specific praise for its cushioning and comfort.
    11.1 oz. (men's), 10.1 oz. (women's), neutral pronation, 43mm stack height

  2. Nike ZoomX Invincible Run Flyknit 3
    Trainer Neutral
    9.7 56 reviews
    A responsive trainer with Nike's famous ZoomX foam gets amazing marks for cushioning but some complaints on comfort.
    10.9 oz. (men's), 9.1 oz. (women's), neutral pronation, 40mm stack height

  3. Brooks Ghost Max
    Trainer
    9.5 19 reviews
    10 oz. (men's), 9 oz. (women's), 38mm stack height

  4. HOKA ONE ONE Clifton 9
    Trainer Neutral
    9.4 104 reviews
    Combining comfort and cushioning in a lightweight shoe, the Clifton 9 is reviewers’ favorite in the popular Clifton line.
    10 oz. (men's), 9 oz. (women's), neutral pronation, 40mm stack height

  5. On Cloudsurfer
    Trainer Neutral
    9.4 7 reviews
    14 oz. (men's), 10 oz. (women's), neutral pronation, 37mm stack height

  6. New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v2
    Trainer Neutral
    9.3 46 reviews
    9.7 oz. (men's), 7.8 oz. (women's), neutral pronation, 40mm stack height

  7. HOKA ONE ONE HOKA Bondi 7
    Trainer
    9.3 11 reviews

  8. Saucony Endorphin Shift 3
    Trainer Neutral
    9.2 18 reviews
    While ranking slightly above average overall, the Saucony Endorphin Shift 3 has amazing cushioning and strong marks for comfort.
    9.3 oz. (men's), 8.2 oz. (women's), neutral pronation, 41mm stack height

  9. Nike Zoom Fly 5
    Trainer Neutral
    9.2 32 reviews
    A training shoe with a carbon plate and ZoomX foam the Zoom Fly 5 gets great marks in comfort and cushioning while still being durable and relatively light.
    11.1 oz. (men's), 8.5 oz. (women's), neutral pronation, 42mm stack height

  10. ASICS GEL-Kayano 30
    Trainer Stability
    9.2 54 reviews
    ASICS' flagship stability shoe, this revision stands out for its high ratings on comfort and durability.
    10.7 oz. (men's), 9.3 oz. (women's), moderate stability pronation, 40mm stack height