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adizero Boston 8

adizero Boston 8
Daily trainer · Neutral · Road
Exceptional (98/100)

Shoe details

Weight
8.2 oz
Release
2019 Q2
MSRP
$120
Stack Height
28mm heel - 18mm toe
Drop Height
10mm

Ratings & Reviews

Exceptional (98/100)

Based on product-line history, external ratings, and runner reviews.
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Scores better than 97% of all shoes.

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Rating breakdown

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Overall

Exceptional (98/100)

Overall rating

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Exceptional (98/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 97% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Durability

Exceptional (99/100)

Durability rating

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Exceptional (99/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 99% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Appearance

Exceptional (99/100)

Appearance rating

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Exceptional (99/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 99% of shoes

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Value

Exceptional (98/100)

Value rating

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Exceptional (98/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 98% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Comfort

Good (72/100)

Comfort rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Good (72/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 42% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

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Cushioning

Average (65/100)

Cushioning rating

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Better Shoes Rating

Average (65/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 23% of shoes

Compared with all shoes

The shaded band shows the rating range we think is most likely.

62%

13/21

Prefer this shoe over another.

Reviewers said this shoe was better than another shoe they ran in.

All Running Shoes

Scores better than 97% of 2,617 running shoes.

Exceptional

Daily Trainers

Scores better than 97% of 1,872 daily trainers.

97%

adidas

Scores better than 98% of 202 adidas shoes.

98%

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Most reviewers like this shoe more than their last shoe.
  • Popular shoe among LetsRun.com readers.
  • Rated among the top 5% of shoes overall.
  • Rated among the top 5% of shoes on durability.

Cons

  • Reviewers rate this shoe worse than the adizero Boston 7.
  • Rated below average on comfort.
  • Rated among the bottom 10% of shoes on cushioning.

Compared to other shoes

See how this shoe compares to others like it.

adidas adizero Boston 8
adidas adizero Boston 13
ASICS SUPERBLAST 2
adizero Boston 8
adizero Boston 13
SUPERBLAST 2
Current shoe
Best appearance / Best value
Lightest / Newest / Lowest price
Best overall / Best comfort / Best cushioning
Shoe properties
Type
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
8.2 oz M
8 oz M Lightest
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Stack
28/18mm
37/30mm
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Drop
1mm
7mm
7mm
Release
2019 Q2
2025 Q2 Newest
2024 Q2
MSRP
$120
$160
$200
Best price
—
$94.97 Lowest price
$149.99
Ratings
Overall
Exceptional (97%)
Above average (63%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Comfort
Average (42%)
Bottom tier (11%)
Exceptional (99%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Below average (23%)
Bottom tier (7%)
Exceptional (99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Exceptional (99%)
Excellent (94%)
Exceptional (99%) Best durability
Appearance
Exceptional (99%) Best appearance
Good (80%)
Exceptional (98%)
Value
Exceptional (98%) Best value
Very good (82%)
Very good (86%)
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Reader Ratings

20 reader ratings

Review a shoe

Showing 1–5 of 19 written reviews

Durable Speed Shoe

muddyxc · Nov 28, 2020

5/5

Overall

The Boston was my first time running in an Adidas shoe, and it was a treat. The upper fits very securely and provided a nice lockdown for any type of speedwork. The outsole is very durable and has shown very little wear after 150 miles. The lightstrike honestly felt like nothing, but the little bit of boost in the forefoot provided much-needed cushioning. The one downside to the shoe is how heavy it is.
Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
3/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
5/5

My go to

RunBeth · Apr 19, 2020

5/5

Overall

I've been running in these for about 8 years now. I have many other models in the mix and Adidas give me the energy return springyness I desire when going for a run. I use them for all types of workouts. My fastest race times were done with these. I even like them better than the fancy new expensive Nike's out there because I dislike feeling like I'm on a platform. I like the more minimal feel to the adidas. They hold up well for me.
Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5

Great light trainer

norwegiansdoitbetter · Jan 29, 2020

4/5

Overall

Great fast trainer with good feel - i like the snug fit - without the shoe being to narrow. I have run both with and without orthotics in the shoes - it works well regardless.
Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
5/5

Adidas Boston 8

ljrunner · Jan 28, 2020

5/5

Overall

I have run a little over 50 miles in this shoe, and so far I like it better than the Boston 7. The toebox is just slightly wider than the 7. The Boston 7 always felt a little too snug in the toebox when I first put it on and would take a few miles before it felt comfortable. The first time I wore the Boston 8, I forgot that I was wearing a new shoe until after my run. The 8 feels a little softer on the landing, but is still firm. So far the only part I don't like is the appearance of the painted stripes on the side, but that is only minor. I will be using this shoe for my upcoming marathon.
Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
4/5

Reader review

Anonymous runner · Jan 27, 2020

4/5

Overall

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5