Below average (29%)
This score rates worse than 71% of other shoes we judged.
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Below average (29%)
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Worse than 71% of 2,492 running shoes ranked.
Below average (29%)
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Worse than 69% of 1,818 daily trainers ranked.
Below average (31%)
Wave Inspire Family
Worse than 86% of 10 wave inspire family ranked.
Bottom tier (14%)
Mizuno
Worse than 91% of 101 Mizuno shoes ranked.
Bottom tier (9%)
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5 reader reviews
Showing 1–5 of 5 reviews
Simon Radcliffe · Sep 28, 2025
4/5
Overall
Switched from Clifton's which i love, but only last 250-300 miles. So far definitely wearing a lot better. Not quite the comfort of the Clifton's but significantly better durability
Anonymous runner · Sep 28, 2025
5/5
Overall
Every time I need new shoes, I try other brands and models, but I always come back to this one. It does its job well, and I find it to be the most comfortable. It isn't cushy right out of the box like some others, but I like a firmer feel, and it retains its cushioning longer than the other shoes I've tried.
Anonymous runner · Sep 28, 2025
5/5
Overall
Lightweight, affordable, humble in their marketing, a great shoe for my needs
Anonymous runner · Sep 28, 2025
4/5
Overall
Great shoe for those who want a little more of a “kick” from their daily trainers. They feel snappy and fast yet cushioned. Great for long runs as well. I would consider sizing up 1/2 a size though, glad I did.
David Anderson · Sep 28, 2025
4/5
Overall
When I first started running, about twelve years ago, I was introduced to the Wave Inspire. I have since worn many different shoes and liked most of them, but I always keep the Inspire in my rotation because I always enjoy running in it. It is particularly good as a daily trainer or for long easy runs. It is just so comfortable for me that I forget I'm wearing it. It's not especially light or fast, but is nicely cushioned. It doesn't have one of the new "super" foams, but Mizuno updates it enough that it never feels outdated.
