Mizuno Wave Catalyst
Every version of the Wave Catalyst 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 Wave Catalyst scores above 44% of the lines we track.
Rating by version, oldest first
Each dot is one version of the Wave Catalyst, placed by its rating and release year.
Release year
See our analysis of whether a new version is usually as good as the one it replaces.
| Version | Released | Weight | Stack | Score | Change | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mizuno Wave Catalyst 2 | 2017 | 8.8 oz | 12mm drop | 79 | +8 | 2 | $110 MSRP |
| Mizuno Wave Catalyst | 2016 | 8.7 oz | 10mm drop | 71 | — | 1 | $110 MSRP |
2 shoes
Prices updated daily. Last checked Sep 14.
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Mizuno
Wave Catalyst 279 Decent Decent · 2 reviews · Confidence 27/100
v2 (2017) · Daily trainer · Stability · 8.8 oz · 12mm drop
One reviewer uses it as his primary long run shoe and says the lighter weight leaves his legs fresher.
Durability 83MSRP $110
Overall79Value89Durability83Comfort76Cushioning73Appearance70Confidence27Buy it now
Not available at tracked retailers right now.
Pros
One reviewer uses it as his primary long run shoe and says the lighter weight leaves his legs fresher.
Both reviewers so far rate durability and value 5 out of 5.
Cons
A 12mm drop is high for a modern trainer, and one reviewer notes the narrow fit.
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Mizuno
Wave Catalyst71 Decent Decent · 1 review · Confidence 15/100
v1 (2016) · Daily trainer · Stability · 8.7 oz · 10mm drop
The one reviewer so far has owned three pairs and praises the stability on long runs alongside decent flexibility.
Durability 69MSRP $110
Overall71Comfort81Value77Cushioning72Durability69Appearance64Confidence15Buy it now
Not available at tracked retailers right now.
Pros
The one reviewer so far has owned three pairs and praises the stability on long runs alongside decent flexibility.
That reviewer got no blisters worth mentioning until the shoe wore out.
Cons
Durability draws 3 out of 5 in the single review so far, and that reviewer says about 450 miles feels a touch early.
The Wave Catalyst 2 after it scores 79 on two reviews against its 70.
