Altra Torin 4

Name: Altra Torin 4
Brand: Altra
Rating: 4.7 (9 reviews)

Daily trainer · Neutral · Road · 8.6 oz

Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock. The Altra Torin 5 replaced it

How it ranks

The Altra Torin 4 ranks below most daily trainers in our data. Comfort and cushioning are its strongest sub-ratings. Looks scores well below its other sub-ratings. The rating rests on 9 runner reviews and 10 other rated shoes in the Torin product line. Another 3 reviews would set the confidence on this shoe's own reviews.

Below average

68/100

Overall

Below average 68

Comfort

Very good 91

Cushioning

Decent 79

Value

Decent 73

Durability

Decent 71

Appearance

Below average 64

Confidence

How settled the rating is against every other rated shoe. A shoe can rate high on confidence with relatively few reviews of its own when its product line has a long record and external ratings from retailer sites agree. Confidence will score low when we have few ratings or when runners disagree.

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Confidence

81/100

Moderate 81

What runners say

“The magical combination of cushioning and responsive make this a great shoe for both longer tempo runs and easy recovery days.”

4/5 Full review 70 mpw training for a marathon came from the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 36

“Very snug in the heel, tight through the mid foot (read secure) with ample space in the forefoot.”

5/5 Full review 30 mpw training for a half marathon came from the HOKA Clifton 6

“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.”

5/5 Full review 40 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Brooks Pure Connect 4

“Squeaky insoles that disrupt one's run when the slightest bit of moisture comes into contact with the insole.”

4/5 Full review 70 mpw training for a marathon came from the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 36

“Lightweight, tough and agile despite the foot-shaped wider toe box.”

5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for ultramarathons came from the Brooks Ghost 8

“The snug and supportive fit around the midfoot is terrific.”

4/5 Full review 40 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Altra Torin 3.0

“They are light underfoot, but feel a tad clunky for speed work.”

5/5 Full review 40 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Brooks Pure Connect 4

“Running in Brooks for years just about gave me a bunion.”

5/5 Full review 50 mpw training for ultramarathons came from the Brooks Ghost 8

“Almost too much cushioning for a zero drop.”

5/5 Full review 15 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Altra Torin 3.0

“Little creasing in the midsole and minimal wear on the outsole.”

5/5 Full review 40 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Brooks Pure Connect 4

Prefer this shoe over another

44% 4/9

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Pros

Reviewers praise the roomy toe box with a secure midfoot and heel.
Reviewers rate comfort 4.7 out of 5, and two who had foot trouble in narrower shoes came back to running in it.
Reviewers use it for long road runs, recovery days and longer workouts.

Cons

One reviewer finds the midsole firmer than the Torin 3.0, which scores 87 on nine reviews.
Two reviewers dislike the looks, while two others single them out as good.
One reviewer reports the insoles squeaking as soon as any moisture reaches them.

Torin 4 rates 68. This shoe has moderate certainty. See how we rate shoes.

Better Shoes Rating of prior versions of the Altra Torin

Each dot is one version of the Torin, placed by its rating and release year. The gold dot is this shoe.

Rating

40 60 80 100

71 2014 87 2017 68 2019 72 2021 60 2022 71 2023 70 2025 72 2026 84 2014 69 2017 87 2018

Release year

We use the reviews of past versions to inform this shoe’s rating. See why.

Torin 3.5

2018 · 4 reviews

87 Good

71 Confidence
Torin 2.5

2017 · 4 reviews

69 Below average

46 Confidence
Torin 1.5

2014 · 6 reviews

84 Good

69 Confidence
Torin 9

2026 · 0 reviews

72 Decent

20 Confidence
Torin 8

2025 · 1 review

70 Below average

58 Confidence
Torin 7

2023 · 27 reviews

71 Decent

86 Confidence
Torin 6

2022 · 14 reviews

60 Below average

77 Confidence
Torin 5

2021 · 3 reviews

72 Decent

42 Confidence
Torin 4 This shoe

2019 · 9 reviews

68 Below average

81 Confidence
Torin 3.0

2017 · 9 reviews

87 Good

82 Confidence
Torin 1.0

2014 · 8 reviews

71 Decent

72 Confidence

Reader Ratings

9 ratings

5/5 6

4/5 3

3/5 0

2/5 0

1/5 0

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Specs & fit

Sizing and ride details at a glance.

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

Runner reviews

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Great shoe

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.

Anonymous runner · Jan 26, 2020

30 mpw training for a half marathon came from the HOKA Clifton 6

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

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.

troppo · Jan 2, 2020

40 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Altra Torin 3.0

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

Solid daily training shoe

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.

Anonymous runner · Dec 29, 2019

40 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Brooks Pure Connect 4

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

This Shoe is Amazing

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.

Anonymous runner · Jul 22, 2019

15 mpw training for a half marathon came from the Altra Torin 3.0

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

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.

Anonymous runner · Jul 21, 2019

45 mpw training for middle distance came from the Altra Escalante 1.5