ASICS GEL-DS Trainer
Every version of the GEL-DS Trainer we track, compared on ratings, specs and current price.
The line's rating is the median Better Shoes Rating of its five most recent rated versions. The median product line rates 76, and the GEL-DS Trainer rates above 3% of the lines we track.
ASICS GEL-DS Trainer vs. Other Shoes
Each dot is one rated shoe: the GEL-DS Trainer in gold, all other shoes in gray.
Rating by version, oldest first
Each dot is one version of the GEL-DS Trainer, placed by its rating and release year.
Release year
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| Version | Released | Weight | Stack | Rating | Change | Reviews | Price |
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| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 26 | 2021 | 7.6 oz | 28/20mm stack · 8mm drop | 77 | +11 | 4 | — |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 25 | 2020 | 8.4 oz | — | 66 | +8 | — | $130 MSRP |
| ASICS GELDS Trainer 24 | 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | $130 MSRP |
| ASICS GELDS Trainer 23 | 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | $120 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 24 | 2019 | 8.4 oz | — | 58 | -1 | 3 | $130 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 23 | 2018 | 7.8 oz | 24/14mm stack · 10mm drop | 59 | -3 | 8 | $120 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 22 | 2017 | 7.6 oz | 10mm drop | 62 | 0 | 7 | $120 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 20 | 2016 | 7.9 oz | 26/16mm stack · 10mm drop | 63 | +2 | 9 | $80 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 21 | 2016 | 7.4 oz | 26/16mm stack · 10mm drop | 60 | +10 | 3 | $120 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer | 2016 | 9.1 oz (men's) | — | — | — | — | $120 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 18 | 2014 | 7.6 oz (men's) | 27/17mm stack · 10mm drop | 50 | -5 | 37 | $115 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-DS Trainer 19 | 2014 | 9.0 oz | 27/17mm stack · 10mm drop | 55 | — | 45 | $93 MSRP |
12 shoes
Prices updated daily. Last checked Oct 22.
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GEL-DS Trainer 2677 77 Decent Decent Decent 10 reviews Confidence 78
2021 · Speed shoe · Stability · 7.6 oz · 28mm stack · 8mm drop
Two reviewers find it responsive and well suited to faster training paces.
Durability 64Overall77Value81Appearance71Comfort66Cushioning64Durability64Confidence78Buy it now
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Pros
Two reviewers find it responsive and well suited to faster training paces.
It weighs 8.5 oz in the men's version and 6.7 oz in the women's.
No other version in the line scores above 64, against this version's 85.
Cons
Two reviewers say it wears out quickly, one putting the lifespan at 200 to 250 miles.
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GEL-DS Trainer 2566 66 Below average Below average Below average 3 reviews Confidence 71
2020 · Daily trainer · Stability · 8.4 oz
Averaging 8.3 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is lighter than the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale.
Durability 56MSRP $130
Overall66Value68Appearance63Cushioning59Comfort58Durability56Confidence71Buy it now
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Pros
Averaging 8.3 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is lighter than the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale.
Overall and appearance both average 4.7 out of 5 across three reviews.
One reviewer calls it their perfect training shoe for most of the year.
Cons
Durability averages 4.0 out of 5, the lowest of its dimensions.
The GEL-DS Trainer 26 after it scores 85 on ten reviews.
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MSRP $130
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MSRP $120
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GEL-DS Trainer 2458 58 Bottom-tier Bottom-tier Bottom-tier 4 reviews Confidence 81
2019 · Daily trainer · Stability · 8.4 oz
Averaging 8.3 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is lighter than the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale, and one reviewer calls it lightweight and fast for any workout.
Durability 55MSRP $130
Overall58Appearance61Value60Comfort55Durability55Cushioning51Confidence81Buy it now
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Pros
Averaging 8.3 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is lighter than the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale, and one reviewer calls it lightweight and fast for any workout.
One of four reviewers so far finds the toe box roomier than the GEL-DS Trainer 23.
Cons
Reviewers rate cushioning 3.3 out of 5, its lowest dimension, and one calls the ride as firm as running on cement.
One of four reviewers so far went down half a size from the GEL-DS Trainer 23.
The GEL-DS Trainer 26 after it scores 85 on ten reviews, against this version's 50.
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GEL-DS Trainer 2359 59 Bottom-tier Bottom-tier Bottom-tier 9 reviews Confidence 88
2018 · Daily trainer · Stability · 7.8 oz · 24mm stack · 10mm drop
Averaging 7.8 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is lighter than the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale, and four reviewers use it for tempo and track work.
Durability 58MSRP $120
Overall59Value70Durability58Appearance57Comfort53Cushioning53Confidence88Buy it now
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Pros
Averaging 7.8 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is lighter than the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale, and four reviewers use it for tempo and track work.
One of nine reviewers so far reports good grip across road, trail, grass and packed sand.
Cons
Two reviewers find the firm ride leaves their calves sore after easy runs.
Two reviewers say it wears out faster than the DS Trainers they had before.
The GEL-DS Trainer 20, 21 and 22 before it score 64, 59 and 64, against this version's 53.
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GEL-DS Trainer 2262 62 Below average Below average Below average 7 reviews Confidence 85
2017 · Daily trainer · Stability · 7.6 oz · 10mm drop
At 8.0 oz reviewers find it light enough for tempo work and racing, one arguing you could race a half marathon in it.
Durability 56MSRP $120
Overall62Value63Appearance63Comfort59Durability56Cushioning51Confidence85Buy it now
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Pros
At 8.0 oz reviewers find it light enough for tempo work and racing, one arguing you could race a half marathon in it.
Reviewers say it stays quick while still offering enough stability for mild overpronation.
Overall, comfort and appearance each draw 4.6 out of 5.
Cons
Durability and value each draw 3.9 out of 5, the lowest marks of any dimension, and one reviewer replaces them at 300 miles instead of 400 to 500.
Reviewers find the cushioning thin beyond half marathon distance, one switching to the GT-2000 for anything over 13 miles.
The GEL-DS Trainer 26 scores 85 on ten reviews against its 64.
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GEL-DS Trainer 2063 63 Below average Below average Below average 9 reviews Confidence 89
2016 · Daily trainer · Stability · 7.9 oz · 26mm stack · 10mm drop
At 8.7 oz, five reviewers call it light, one of them lightweight but stable.
Durability 51MSRP $80
Overall63Value62Appearance59Cushioning57Comfort56Durability51Confidence89Buy it now
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Pros
At 8.7 oz, five reviewers call it light, one of them lightweight but stable.
Three reviewers use it for easy miles, track workouts and racing.
Comfort averages 4.3 out of 5 across nine reviews.
Cons
Durability averages 3.3 out of 5, the lowest of its dimensions, and one reviewer says it wears down fast under moderate to high mileage.
One reviewer who has run in the line since 2005 prefers the older models.
The GEL-DS Trainer 26 later in the line scores 85 on ten reviews.
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GEL-DS Trainer 2160 60 Below average Below average Below average 3 reviews Confidence 79
2016 · Daily trainer · Stability · 7.4 oz · 26mm stack · 10mm drop
Two reviewers call it a light, comfortable trainer, one using it for recovery runs.
Durability 53MSRP $120
Overall60Value65Appearance59Cushioning59Comfort57Durability53Confidence79Buy it now
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Pros
Two reviewers call it a light, comfortable trainer, one using it for recovery runs.
Averaging 7.4 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is lighter than the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale.
Cons
Durability averages 3.3 out of 5, the lowest of its dimensions, and one reviewer has a layer of the toe box cover rip quickly.
The GEL-DS Trainer 26 later in the line scores 85 on ten reviews.
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MSRP $120
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GEL-DS Trainer 1850 50 Bottom-tier Bottom-tier Bottom-tier 37 reviews Confidence 94
2014 · Daily trainer · Stability · 7.6 oz (men's) · 27mm stack · 10mm drop
At 7.6 oz it is well under the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale, and five reviewers call it light while still supportive.
Durability 55MSRP $115
Overall50Cushioning55Durability55Appearance53Value52Comfort50Confidence94Buy it now
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Pros
At 7.6 oz it is well under the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers for sale, and five reviewers call it light while still supportive.
Four reviewers have run the DS Trainer line for eight years or more and call it reliable.
Three reviewers like the firm ride for speedwork and tempo miles.
Cons
Three reviewers report the upper tearing at the big toe or the inside of the heel, two before 300 miles.
Three reviewers replace them between 300 and 500 miles.
Two reviewers find the forefoot too roomy and their foot sliding in it.
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GEL-DS Trainer 1955 55 Bottom-tier Bottom-tier Bottom-tier 45 reviews Confidence 96
2014 · Daily trainer · Stability · 9.0 oz · 27mm stack · 10mm drop
Nine reviewers call it light while still supportive enough for tempo and speed work.
Durability 50MSRP $93
Overall55Value56Cushioning56Appearance56Comfort50Durability50Confidence96Buy it now
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Pros
Nine reviewers call it light while still supportive enough for tempo and speed work.
Four reviewers say it gives ground feel rather than bulky cushioning.
Five reviewers have run in DS Trainers for years and say this version keeps them training.
Cons
Reviewers rate durability 3.6 out of 5, and four report it wearing out faster than they expect, one under 300 miles.
Three reviewers report the mesh over the toes tearing or going loose.
Three reviewers find the toe box or overall fit narrow.