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Torin 4

Daily trainer · Neutral · Road

Very good (83/100)

Weight: 8.6 oz
Release: 2019 Q2
MSRP: $120

Very good (83/100) overall

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Shoe details

Weight: 8.6 oz
Release: 2019 Q2
MSRP: $120

Ratings & Reviews

Very good (83/100)

Based on product-line history, external ratings, and runner reviews.

Scores better than 70% of all shoes.

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Overall

Very good (83/100)

Overall rating

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Very good (83/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 70% of shoes

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Overall

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Very good (83/100)

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Scores better than 70% of shoes

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Very good (83/100)

Comfort

Excellent (92/100)

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Excellent (92/100)

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Scores better than 90% of shoes

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Excellent (92/100)

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Scores better than 90% of shoes

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Excellent (92/100)

Cushioning

Very good (85/100)

Cushioning rating

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Very good (85/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 76% of shoes

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Very good (85/100)

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Scores better than 76% of shoes

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Very good (85/100)

Value

Good (70/100)

Value rating

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Good (70/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 38% of shoes

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Value

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Good (70/100)

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Scores better than 38% of shoes

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Good (70/100)

Durability

Average (66/100)

Durability rating

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Average (66/100)

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Scores better than 23% of shoes

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Average (66/100)

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Scores better than 23% of shoes

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Average (66/100)

Appearance

Average (61/100)

Appearance rating

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Average (61/100)

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Scores better than 13% of shoes

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Average (61/100)

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Scores better than 13% of shoes

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Average (61/100)

44%

4/9

Prefer this shoe over another.

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

Comparison set

Rating

All Running Shoes

Scores better than 70% of 2,617 running shoes.

Very good

Daily Trainers

Scores better than 68% of 1,872 daily trainers.

68%

Torin Family

Scores better than 82% of 10 torin family.

82%

Altra

Scores better than 62% of 132 Altra shoes.

62%

Pros & Cons

Pros

Most reviewers like this shoe more than their last shoe.
Popular shoe among LetsRun.com readers.
Rated among the top 25% of shoes on comfort.
Rated above average on durability.

Cons

Rated below average overall.
Rated below average on cushioning.

Compared to other shoes

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Shoe properties

Type

Daily trainer

Pronation

Neutral

Weight

8.6 oz M Lightest

9.5 oz M

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Stack

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30/30mm

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Drop

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7mm

Release

2019 Q2

2025 Q1 Newest

2024 Q2

MSRP

$120

$150

$200

Best price

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$99.88 Lowest price

$149.99

Ratings

Overall

Above average (70%)

Below average (24%)

Exceptional (>99%) Best overall

Comfort

Excellent (90%)

Good (79%)

Exceptional (99%) Best comfort

Cushioning

Good (76%)

Below average (31%)

Exceptional (99%) Best cushioning

Durability

Below average (23%)

Bottom tier (12%)

Exceptional (99%) Best durability

Appearance

Bottom tier (13%)

Bottom tier (2%)

Exceptional (98%) Best appearance

Value

Below average (38%)

Bottom tier (10%)

Very good (86%) Best value

Where to buy

$124.88

Top 12%

Ranks higher than this shoe

Reader Ratings

9 reader ratings

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Showing 1–5 of 9 written reviews

Great shoe

Anonymous runner · Jan 26, 2020

5/5

Overall

I was having foot problems, a neuroma to be exact, and these shoes, along with toe spacers, had got me back in the saddle. Very snug in the heel, tight through the mid foot (read secure) with ample space in the forefoot.

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

Some good improvements, but I'd prefer a softer ride

troppo · Jan 2, 2020

4/5

Overall

I enjoyed using the 3.0 Torins as a versatile trainer (moderate speedwork to long runs), so I looked forward to replacing them with these. Thankfully these have some key improvements. The snug and supportive fit around the midfoot is terrific, the soft heel counter (instead of having a firm heel cup) is great, breathability is fine in hot weather and the longer laces on large-size shoes are a plus. The outsoles seem as durable as those on the 3.0 shoes, and the coverage is more even now. But the midsole feels firmer– not what I want for covering long runs too – and I think the 4.0 design is a step backward in the looks department. I like having a pair of Altra shoes in my rotation thanks to the wide toe box and zero drop, but next time I’ll opt for a model with a softer midsole for greater versatility.

Comfort: 4/5
Cushioning: 4/5
Durability: 4/5
Appearance: 3/5
Value: 4/5

Solid daily training shoe

Anonymous runner · Dec 29, 2019

5/5

Overall

I'll start by saying I am a devout Pure Connect runner. It's been years and I haven't found anything that comes close to that shoe in terms of support, (not pronation control) underfoot feel, and shape of the shoe. I have narrow, medium to high arched feet, mildly pronate, and like room for my toes to splay. I'd had luck with the Altra Intuition in the past and was looking to try something that my local running store carried. If the shoe is not my beloved Pure Connect, I'll usually sub the sock liner for a pair of Superfeet insoles. Most shoes with the insoles make me feel like I'm running on stilts, but Altras have been the solution--the heel does not feel too high nor is the shoe stiff. The midfoot seemed a bit tight upon first wear; however, I quickly came to like how it and the narrow heel held my foot in place. The shoe is breathable (a must for living in the Southeast) and the lack of overlays across the forefoot is nice. They are light underfoot, but feel a tad clunky for speed work, but I have been able to do longer workouts on the road with them with little issues. I have about 300 miles on them so far with little creasing in the midsole and minimal wear on the outsole. Hoping to get around 550 on this pair like I did with the Intuitions. Overall a sturdy daily trainer that can accommodate insoles/orthotics, is light and flexible, and appears to be durable.

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

This Shoe is Amazing

Anonymous runner · Jul 22, 2019

5/5

Overall

Shoe is amazing for people with larger toeboxes. First shoe I've worn without having to go EE. Almost too much cushioning for a zero drop, and the sole material is a less durable than the Torin 3. Nevertheless, a huge recommend.

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

Torin 4 review from a high school XC and track athlete

Anonymous runner · Jul 21, 2019

5/5

Overall

Shoe is great for the roads and even some trails as long as they aren’t to technical. It’s comfortable and feet stay nice and snug which is something I’ve not always found in Altra shoes. Would recommend for most people even if you’re new to zero drop, this is a great shoe. It also it looks sick, probably the best looking altra shoe yet.

Comfort: 5/5
Cushioning: 4/5
Durability: 3/5
Appearance: 5/5
Value: 4/5

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