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adizero Boston 8

adizero Boston 8
Daily trainer · Neutral · Road
Very good (81%)

Shoe details

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

Ratings & Reviews

Very good (81%)

Rated better overall than 81% of all shoes.
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This score rates better than 81% of other shoes we judged.

Our ratings use detailed reviews from knowledgeable runners, ratings for shoes in the same product line, and reliable product information from trusted retailers.

Rating breakdown

Percentile vs. all shoes. Shaded bars reflect our uncertainty.
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Rankings are based on real review data, but there is always some uncertainty.

The shaded bar shows a plausible range for this shoe’s rank based on the review data we have and normal variation in runner feedback. More reviews usually narrow the range.

Overall

Very good (81%)

Durability

Exceptional (99%)

Appearance

Exceptional (98%)

Value

Exceptional (98%)

Comfort

Below average (21%)

Cushioning

Bottom tier (5%)

All Running Shoes

Better than 81% of 2,492 running shoes ranked.

Very good (81%)

Daily Trainers

Better than 80% of 1,818 daily trainers ranked.

Very good (80%)

adizero Boston Family

Worse than 50% of 10 adizero boston family ranked.

Average (50%)

adidas

Better than 86% of 194 adidas shoes ranked.

Very good (86%)

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
Saucony Kinvara 16
adizero Boston 8
adizero Boston 13
Kinvara 16
Current shoe
Reference shoe
Lightest
Lowest price / Best overall / Best comfort
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
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Release
2019 Q2
2025 Q2
2025 Q2
MSRP
$120
$160
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Best price
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$159.95
$129.95 Lowest price
Ratings
Overall
Very good (85%)
Very good (89%)
Exceptional (100%) Best overall
Comfort
Bottom tier (21%)
Very good (88%)
Exceptional (100%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Bottom tier (5%)
Very good (86%)
Exceptional (99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Exceptional (99%)
Very good (89%)
Exceptional (99%) Best durability
Appearance
Exceptional (99%)
Very good (85%)
Exceptional (99%) Best appearance
Value
Exceptional (98%)
Very good (88%)
Exceptional (100%) Best value
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Reader Reviews

19 reader reviews

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Showing 1–5 of 19 reviews

Durable Speed Shoe

muddyxc · Sep 28, 2025

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 · Sep 28, 2025

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 · Sep 28, 2025

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 · Sep 28, 2025

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 · Sep 28, 2025

4/5

Overall

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