ASICS GEL-Kayano
Every version of the GEL-Kayano we track, compared on ratings, specs and current price.
The score is the median Better Shoes Rating of the line's shoes, out of 100. The average product line scores 76, and the GEL-Kayano scores above 75% of the lines we track.
ASICS GEL-Kayano vs. Other Shoes
Each dot is one rated shoe: the GEL-Kayano in gold, all other shoes in gray.
Rating by version, oldest first
Each dot is one version of the GEL-Kayano, placed by its rating and release year.
Release year
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| Version | Released | Weight | Stack | Score | Change | Reviews | Price |
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| ASICS GEL-Kayano 33 In stock | 2026 | — | — | 87 | 0 | 1 | $170 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 32 In stock | 2025 | — | — | 87 | -6 | 1 | $165 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 31 In stock | 2024 | — | — | 94 | -5 | 6 | $165 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 30 | 2023 | 10.0 oz | 40/30mm · 10mm drop | 99 | +13 | 21 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 29 | 2022 | 10.2 oz | 36/26mm · 10mm drop | 86 | +8 | 8 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 14 | 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | $140 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 28 | 2021 | 10.8 oz (men's) | 33/23mm · 10mm drop | 78 | +8 | 3 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano | 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 27 | 2020 | 11.4 oz (men's) | 30mm | 71 | +3 | 1 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 5 | 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | $130 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 26 | 2019 | 10.4 oz | 22/12mm · 10mm drop | 68 | -16 | 19 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 25 | 2018 | 35.4 oz | 13mm drop | 84 | -4 | 16 | $180 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 24 | 2017 | 10.3 oz | 13mm drop | 88 | +2 | 14 | $170 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 23 | 2016 | 10.4 oz | 13mm drop | 86 | +15 | 8 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 22 | 2015 | 9.9 oz | 30/20mm · 10mm drop | 71 | -7 | 5 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 21 | 2014 | 10.2 oz | 30/20mm · 10mm drop | 77 | -14 | 10 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 20 | 2013 | 10.3 oz | 32/20mm · 12mm drop | 91 | +14 | 39 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 | 2012 | 9.9 oz | — | 77 | +27 | 19 | $160 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 18 | 2011 | — | — | 50 | — | 13 | $135 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 17 | 2010 | 10.4 oz (women's) | — | — | — | — | $140 MSRP |
| ASICS GEL-Kayano 13 | 2006 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
21 shoes
Prices updated daily. Last checked Sep 14.
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GEL-Kayano 3387 Good Good · 5 reviews · Confidence 72/100
v33 (2026) · Daily trainer · Stability
Comfort and cushioning both rate 4.8 out of 5 across five reviewers.
Durability 83Overall87Cushioning95Comfort90Durability83Appearance71Value56Confidence72Pros
Comfort and cushioning both rate 4.8 out of 5 across five reviewers.
One reviewer, in Kayanos since the 1990s, says the wide version suits flatter, wider feet.
The GEL-Kayano 30 scores 99 on fifty-eight reviews.
Cons
Durability and value are its lowest-rated dimensions at 4.0 out of 5, and one reviewer wishes for cooler colorways.
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GEL-Kayano 3287 Good Good · 3 reviews · Confidence 74/100
v32 (2025) · Daily trainer · Stability
All three reviewers so far rate it 5 out of 5 overall, one calling it the best Kayano in several years.
Durability 91$113 $165 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:33 AM UTCOverall87Cushioning93Durability91Comfort90Appearance74Value65Confidence74Buy it now
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Pros
All three reviewers so far rate it 5 out of 5 overall, one calling it the best Kayano in several years.
The GEL-Kayano 30 two versions back scores 99 on fifty-eight reviews.
Cons
Appearance draws the lowest ratings of the three reviews so far, at 4.3 out of 5.
It lists at $165, above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale.
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GEL-Kayano 3194 Excellent Excellent · 14 reviews · Confidence 89/100
v31 (2024) · Daily trainer · Stability
One of fourteen reviewers calls the cushioning and shock absorption among the best they have used.
Durability 96MSRP $165
Overall94Durability96Cushioning93Comfort88Appearance80Value69Confidence89Pros
One of fourteen reviewers calls the cushioning and shock absorption among the best they have used.
Two of fourteen reviewers name stability alongside the cushioning.
The GEL-Kayano 30 before it scores 99 on fifty-eight reviews.
Cons
One of fourteen reviewers with wide feet finds the forefoot narrow and reports blisters on long runs.
Value draws the lowest ratings of any dimension, at 4.2 out of 5.
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GEL-Kayano 3099 Exceptional Exceptional · 58 reviews · Confidence 99/100
v30 (2023) · Daily trainer · Stability (Moderate) · 10.0 oz · 10mm drop · 40mm stack
Runners praise the cushioning and stable platform for marathon training miles.
Durability 99MSRP $160
Overall99Durability99Comfort99Cushioning98Value94Appearance92Confidence99Buy it now
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Pros
Runners praise the cushioning and stable platform for marathon training miles.
Long-time Kayano wearers rate this version above the 28 and 29.
One reviewer who has trained in Kayanos for six or seven years gets 400 to 500 miles from each pair.
Cons
It lists at $160, above the $150 median for daily trainers, and three reviewers call it expensive.
Two reviewers found the fit shorter and the toe room tighter than earlier Kayanos.
One reviewer had the toe box splitting on both sides at about 100 miles.
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GEL-Kayano 2986 Good Good · 20 reviews · Confidence 88/100
v29 (2022) · Daily trainer · Stability (Maximum) · 10.2 oz · 10mm drop · 36mm stack
Reviewers rate cushioning 4.7 out of 5, and three heavier or overpronating reviewers single out the stability.
Durability 96MSRP $160
Overall86Durability96Cushioning95Appearance82Comfort80Value68Confidence88Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers rate cushioning 4.7 out of 5, and three heavier or overpronating reviewers single out the stability.
Two reviewers report several hundred miles per pair, one reaching about 800.
Two reviewers buy it on sale under $100 and call it good value at that price.
Cons
Two reviewers who came from the GEL-Kayano 28 found the sizing changed, one needing half a size more.
It weighs 11.2 oz in the men's version and 9.2 oz in the women's.
It lists at $160, above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale.
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GEL-Kayano 2878 Decent Decent · 4 reviews · Confidence 68/100
v28 (2021) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.8 oz (men's) · 10mm drop · 33mm stack
Reviewers consistently praise the comfort and the cushioned ride.
Durability 84MSRP $160
Overall78Cushioning94Comfort87Durability84Appearance78Value51Confidence68Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers consistently praise the comfort and the cushioned ride.
It scores 79 against 71 for the GEL-Kayano 27 before it.
Cons
Value draws the lowest ratings of the four reviews so far at 3.5 out of 5, and one reviewer calls it quite expensive off sale.
One reviewer says the bottom tread wears quicker than expected.
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GEL-Kayano 2771 Decent Decent · 2 reviews · Confidence 57/100
v27 (2020) · Daily trainer · Stability · 11.4 oz (men's) · 30mm stack
Both reviewers so far rate cushioning 5 out of 5 and comfort 4.5 for easy miles.
Durability 86MSRP $160
Overall71Cushioning92Durability86Comfort79Appearance69Value55Confidence57Buy it now
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Pros
Both reviewers so far rate cushioning 5 out of 5 and comfort 4.5 for easy miles.
The GEL-Kayano line has rated well over many versions, with the 30 scoring 99 on fifty-eight reviews.
Cons
One reviewer finds the design dated and says she should have sized up half a size.
At 11.4 oz in the men's build it sits in the heavy weight band.
The GEL-Kayano 29, 30 and 31 score 86, 99 and 94 against its 71.
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GEL-Kayano 2668 Below average Below average · 20 reviews · Confidence 88/100
v26 (2019) · Daily trainer · Stability (Maximum) · 10.4 oz · 10mm drop · 22mm stack
Two reviewers report 350 to 550 miles from a pair.
Durability 91MSRP $160
Overall68Cushioning95Comfort92Durability91Appearance83Value64Confidence88Buy it now
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Pros
Two reviewers report 350 to 550 miles from a pair.
Reviewers find it comfortable and well cushioned for daily mileage, rating both 4.4 out of 5.
Several reviewers have run in the Kayano for fifteen years or more, and praise the support.
Cons
Averaging 10.3 oz across the men's and women's builds, it is much heavier than the 8.9 oz median for daily trainers on sale, and two reviewers call it heavy.
It lists at $160, above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale, and value is its lowest-rated dimension at 4 out of 5.
The GEL-Kayano 25 before it scores 84 on sixteen reviews and the 24 88 on fourteen.
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GEL-Kayano 2584 Good Good · 16 reviews · Confidence 90/100
v25 (2018) · Daily trainer · Stability (Maximum) · 35.4 oz · 13mm drop
Three reviewers report 350 to 450 miles from a pair.
Durability 97MSRP $180
Overall84Durability97Cushioning93Comfort84Appearance76Value61Confidence90Buy it now
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Pros
Three reviewers report 350 to 450 miles from a pair.
Three reviewers describe a roomier toe box than the brands they came from.
Two reviewers who overpronate say it lets them run without pain.
Cons
It weighs 11.8 oz in the men's version, and three reviewers find it heavy for faster paces.
It lists at $180, well above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale, and one reviewer calls it pricey at $160.
Four of sixteen reviewers so far record it as running big.
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GEL-Kayano 2488 Good Good · 14 reviews · Confidence 91/100
v24 (2017) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.3 oz · 13mm drop
Three reviewers call it a durable workhorse for easy miles.
Durability 90MSRP $170
Overall88Durability90Cushioning87Comfort80Appearance75Value52Confidence91Buy it now
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Pros
Three reviewers call it a durable workhorse for easy miles.
Four reviewers praise the cushioning and the support for daily training.
Eleven of fourteen reviewers record it as true to size, and two call the fit snug.
Cons
Three reviewers find the ride stiff and heavy.
One reviewer reports the tread and forefoot cushioning fading near 300 miles.
It lists at $170, above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale, and one reviewer buys older models under $100 instead.
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GEL-Kayano 2386 Good Good · 8 reviews · Confidence 85/100
v23 (2016) · Daily trainer · Stability (Maximum) · 10.4 oz · 13mm drop
Reviewers rate cushioning 4.9 out of 5, and three single it out for long, easy distance running.
Durability 97MSRP $160
Overall86Durability97Cushioning97Comfort89Appearance76Value57Confidence85Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers rate cushioning 4.9 out of 5, and three single it out for long, easy distance running.
Two reviewers report it holding up through 60 to 85 mile weeks.
One of eight reviewers so far calls it a clear improvement on the GEL-Kayano 22, which scores 71 on five reviews.
Cons
Reviewers rate value 3.8 out of 5, its lowest dimension, and two balk at the $160 list price.
Two of eight reviewers so far record it as running small in the toe box and size up.
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GEL-Kayano 2271 Decent Decent · 5 reviews · Confidence 67/100
v22 (2015) · Daily trainer · Stability · 9.9 oz · 10mm drop · 30mm stack
Reviewers praise the cushioning and stability for high weekly mileage, and one recommends it specifically to overpronators building volume.
Durability 90MSRP $160
Overall71Cushioning92Durability90Comfort78Appearance66Value53Confidence67Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers praise the cushioning and stability for high weekly mileage, and one recommends it specifically to overpronators building volume.
One reviewer reports 800 km before the inner heel began to wear.
Cons
Value draws 3.8 out of 5 across five reviewers, the lowest mark of any dimension.
At 10.9 oz reviewers call it heavy, one saying it feels like a rock next to a Clifton at nearly three ounces more.
One reviewer gets blisters from the tight frame on hot days.
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GEL-Kayano 2177 Decent Decent · 10 reviews · Confidence 85/100
v21 (2014) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.2 oz · 10mm drop · 30mm stack
Reviewers consistently find it comfortable for daily training miles.
Durability 76MSRP $160
Overall77Cushioning89Durability76Comfort76Appearance65Value50Confidence85Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers consistently find it comfortable for daily training miles.
One reviewer with both hips replaced says it gives him the stability and cushioning he needs.
Cons
Value draws the lowest ratings of any dimension, at 3.6 out of 5.
The GEL-Kayano 20 before it scores 91 on thirty-nine reviews against its 78.
At an average of 10.2 oz it sits in the heavy weight band.
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GEL-Kayano 2091 Very good Very good · 39 reviews · Confidence 94/100
v20 (2013) · Daily trainer · Stability · 10.3 oz · 12mm drop · 32mm stack
Reviewers consistently praise the comfort and cushioning for daily easy miles.
Durability 98MSRP $160
Overall91Durability98Comfort94Cushioning92Appearance69Value55Confidence94Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers consistently praise the comfort and cushioning for daily easy miles.
Reviewers rate durability highly, one getting a full 600 miles per pair.
It rates well above the GEL-Kayano 19 it replaced.
Cons
At 11.3 oz in men's sizing, two reviewers find it clunky for faster running.
It lists at $160, above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale, and several reviewers call the price hard to justify.
Seven of thirty-nine reviewers report an injury while running in it.
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GEL-Kayano 1977 Decent Decent · 19 reviews · Confidence 87/100
v19 (2012) · Daily trainer · Stability · 9.9 oz
Reviewers report it holding up well under high weekly mileage, one at 300 miles before noticeable wear.
Durability 97MSRP $160
Overall77Durability97Cushioning91Comfort86Appearance73Value53Confidence87Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers report it holding up well under high weekly mileage, one at 300 miles before noticeable wear.
Reviewers find it comfortable and supportive for everyday training runs, several reporting years without injury.
Cons
Several reviewers call it too heavy for fast-paced workouts.
Value draws the lowest ratings of any dimension at 3.8 out of 5, and one reviewer finds it hard as a brick from day one.
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GEL-Kayano 1850 Bottom-tier Bottom-tier · 13 reviews · Confidence 90/100
v18 (2011) · Daily trainer · Stability
Reviewers rate durability 4.4 out of 5, its highest dimension.
Durability 87MSRP $135
Overall50Cushioning90Durability87Comfort62Appearance52Value50Confidence90Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers rate durability 4.4 out of 5, its highest dimension.
Two reviewers have run in Kayanos for four and fifteen years and stayed uninjured in them.
Cons
Two reviewers find it heavy, one saying it is not ideal for tempo runs.
Reviewers rate value 3.3 out of 5, its lowest dimension.
Four of thirteen reviewers who answered report an injury while running in it.
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