Saucony Endorphin Shift 3

Overall Grades And Reviews

8.7 Overall Grade
16 reviews
Trainer Neutral

While ranking slightly above average overall, the Saucony Endorphin Shift 3 has amazing cushioning and strong marks for comfort.

How This Shoe Compares To Its Competitors

Price Information

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$150 $79
Running Warehouse 2 colors
$149.95
Zappos 2 colors
White/Sand

Pros

  • Most reviewers like this shoe more than their last shoe.
  • No reviewers reported getting injured in this shoe.
  • Popular shoe among LetsRun.com readers.
  • Rated among the top 25% of shoes overall.
  • Rated among the top 10% of shoes on comfort.
  • Rated among the top 5% of shoes on cushioning.
  • Rated above average on durability.

Cons

We couldn't find anything about this shoe that reviewers really didn't like.

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Shoe Comparison

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Shoe Properties
Shoe Type
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Pronation Control
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
9.3 oz. (men's), 8.2 oz. (women's)
9.6 oz. (men's), 8.4 oz. (women's)
11.1 oz. (men's), 10.1 oz. (women's)
9.1 oz. (men's), 7.6 oz. (women's)
Stack Height
41mm.
35mm.
43mm.
37mm.
Forefoot Height
37mm.
23mm.
39mm.
31mm.
Drop Height
4 mm.
12 mm.
4 mm.
6 mm.
Upper material
Engineered Mesh Upper, FORMFIT, TPU Heel Counter
Refined 3D Fit Print mesh, Recycled Materials include:
Engineered mesh, Lycra comfort frame, Internal heel counter, Pillowed Tongue
Mesh Upper, PWRTAPE
Shoe Released
Q4 2022
Q4 2022
Q3 2022
Q1 2023
MSRP
$150
$140
$165
$160
LRC Ratings
Out of 10
Overall
8.7
9.2
9.0
8.8
Comfort
8.9
9.1
9.7
8.8
Cushioning
9.2
9.1
9.6
8.7
Durability
8.0
8.7
8.1
9.0
Appearance
7.8
8.2
7.9
8.7
Value
8.2
8.5
7.7
8.8

Reader Reviews

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Loving Saucony lately

    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    7.0
    Cushioning
    6.0
    Durability
    7.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    7.0

    Can get them for pretty cheap if you look for deals (80 on running warehouse as I type this). They are pretty versatile, right now I will be wearing them for long runs and MLRs mostly, but could work as an easy day or a lowkey workout shoe.

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Great coming off Injury

    32 miles per week, neutral pronator, low arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    7.0
    Appearance
    5.0
    Value
    9.0

    College XC and Mid-D runner was coming back from IT Band injury started wearing these and they felt 100x better 

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Plush

    20 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    9.0
    Value
    9.0

    High stack height with outstanding cushioning.

    Tread is durable enough to last 400+ miles but does not grip well in mud or wet wood

  • Favorite training shoe by far

    40 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    9.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    9.0
    Value
    10.0

    I believe in mixing up training shoes regularly, but if I didn't, I would train in the Endorphin Shift 3 everyday.  The Shift 2 was the same experience and I haven't been disappointed with the Shift 3. 

  • Good Shoe

    50 miles per week, underpronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    7.0
    Cushioning
    5.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    9.0

    I really enjoy these shoes. They aren't the softest shoes ever and I can see why people would not enjoy the feel of them but they are still very comfortable. They are super durable, I have run about 100 miles in them so far and haven't noticed much wear. They aren't great for runs faster than 7 flat or 6:30 but are great for slower runs.

  • Good well cushioned trainer for the price

    25 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    7.0
    Appearance
    5.0
    Value
    8.0

  • Cushy, easy on the legs, surprisingly stable

    45 miles per week, overpronator, low arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    7.0
    Value
    8.0

    Perfect for those with mild stability needs

  • Best All Around Trainer

    75 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    5.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    6.0

    Had injury problems that disappeared completely after switching. Currently on my 7th consecutive pair, the only problem is they start to break apart around 350 miles.

  • Squish squish squish

    12 miles per week, overpronator, high arches
    Overall
    6.0
    Comfort
    7.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    7.0
    Appearance
    7.0
    Value
    6.0

    The Saucony Endorphin Shift 3 is the 3rd version of the shoe I've had. This one is by far the worst.  They took away the speed roll and made the shoe a marshmallow of supbar cushioning with no responsiveness.  It doesn't feel at all like the other versions which were firmer and more responsive with at least some PEBAX feel.