Speed shoe · Neutral · Road · 7.7 oz · 36/28mm stack · 8mm drop
Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock. The Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 replaced it
How it ranks
The Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 is one of the strongest supershoes in our data. Looks and comfort are its strongest sub-ratings. The rating is based on 83 runner reviews and 5 other rated shoes in the Endorphin Speed product line.
Confidence
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Confidence
99 Very high
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“They feel super stable and my legs do not feel as beat up after workouts.”
“They lacked the pop that the first iteration had from the first step.”
“The plastic plate is perfect with the superb cushioning to go either slow or fast.”
“The 3s are less comfortable, less durable, and have less "speed" than the 2s.”
“The outsole is already worn through on the heel after 250 miles.”
“The rubber is thinner on the speed3 than it was on the Speed 2 and does not seem to last as long.”
“It is relaxed enough for my easy days but also does really well in workouts, especially around those threshold paces.”
“Almost no unnatural movement of the foot while sprinting.”
“The interior nylon plate delaminated or some other element because the shoe started squeaking.”
“Very comfortable from day 1. Love the cushioning without it being too soft.”
“Not quite as crisp as its predecessor the Speed 2, but more stable in turning.”
“I don't get the same joy from them at faster paces that I did in the originals.”
“I find myself looking for something else when I really want to crank it up, like 5:30 pace or so.”
“These are a little wider and slower than the 2.”
“The upper is perfect for keeping my feet nice and warm in the Midwest winter.”
“Feels nearly the same after a few hundred miles in them.”
“The fiber connecting the shoe will start to split over time.”
“I get a lot of energy return, they are fairly light.”
“The carbon speed roll plate makes the perfect shoe for long fast runs, tempo runs and even races.”
“My Speeds last for about 200-250 miles.”
“They became light and springy.”
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Rating & Confidence vs. other shoes for sale
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Better Shoes Rating
Each dot is one version of the Endorphin Speed, placed by its rating and release year. The gold dot is this shoe.
Release year
Release year unknown · 0 reviews
95 Excellent
67 Confidence
2025 · 5 reviews
97 Exceptional
74 Confidence
2024 · 24 reviews
99 Exceptional
92 Confidence
Endorphin Speed 3 This shoe
2022 · 83 reviews
97 Exceptional
99 Confidence
2021 · 43 reviews
99 Exceptional
98 Confidence
2020 · 4 reviews
98 Exceptional
87 Confidence
Sizing and ride details at a glance.
5/5
Overall
Great shoes for speed and threshold track workouts as well as long runs. My go-to shoe.
Anonymous runner · Dec 11, 2024
38 mpw training for middle distance came from the New Balance Fuelcell Rebel v1
5/5
Overall
I loved the Endorphin Speed 2s for their lightness, speed, and rolling effect to propel me forward. I was nervous about trying the 3s because I loved the 2s so much, and at first I found the 3s a little stiffer. Over a few runs, however, they became light and springy. I always reach for these in long runs and speed workouts because of their energy return and overall comfort.
Anonymous runner · Nov 13, 2024
training for a marathon
4/5
Overall
WHY did Saucony ever replace the Endorphin Speed 2s, which were the best lightweight trainers ever? The 3s are less comfortable, less durable, and have less "speed" than the 2s. The outsole is already worn through on the heel after 250 miles, whereas the same place on my older Speed 2s was still intact after 600 miles. Plus they sometimes make my achilles sore.
Anonymous runner · Nov 12, 2024
30 mpw training for a marathon came from the Saucony Endorphin Speed 2
5/5
Overall
I've used this for 20 mile long runs, tempo runs, track day, easy days. It's comfy, nicely cushioned, has that bit of support that I like/need. If you want just a single shoe in your quiver... this is the one.
Anonymous runner · Jun 20, 2024
40 mpw training for a marathon came from the Saucony Endorphin Speed 2
5/5
Overall
Fast, light, comfortable I want to wear it for all runs, tempo, intervals and long
Anonymous runner · Jun 18, 2024
40 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the New Balance Fresh Foam More v3
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