Mizuno Wave Ronin
Every version of the Wave Ronin 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 Ronin scores above 84% of the lines we track.
Rating by version, oldest first
Each dot is one version of the Wave Ronin, 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 Ronin 4 | 2014 | — | — | 89 | +3 | 1 | — |
| Mizuno Wave Ronin 5 | 2014 | — | — | 87 | — | 4 | — |
2 shoes
Prices updated daily. Last checked Sep 14.
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Wave Ronin 489 Good Good · 1 review · Confidence 45/100
v4 (2014) · Daily trainer · Neutral
One reviewer calls it the best racing flat they have worn, snug through the heel with room in the forefoot.
Durability 76Overall89Value88Comfort81Durability76Cushioning74Appearance70Confidence45Buy it now
Not available at tracked retailers right now.
Pros
One reviewer calls it the best racing flat they have worn, snug through the heel with room in the forefoot.
One reviewer gets 350 to 400 miles before considering a pair shot.
One reviewer uses it for tempos, track workouts and races from 5K to the marathon.
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Mizuno
Wave Ronin 587 Good Good · 4 reviews · Confidence 46/100
v5 (2014) · Daily trainer · Neutral
Three reviewers call it light and use it for tempo runs and intervals.
Durability 79Overall87Value89Durability79Cushioning74Comfort74Appearance57Confidence46Buy it now
Not available at tracked retailers right now.
Pros
Three reviewers call it light and use it for tempo runs and intervals.
One of four reviewers so far calls it surprisingly durable and says it has outlasted their previous shoes.
Cons
Reviewers rate appearance 3.0 out of 5, its lowest dimension.
One of four reviewers so far notes Mizuno has discontinued it.