Most Comfortable Daily Trainers
The shoes for sale rated highest for comfort by real, experienced, and knowledgeable reviewers.
All daily trainers
115 shoes · page 2 of 5
Prices updated daily. Last checked Sep 14.
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#25 ASICS
GlideRide Max94 Excellent Comfort · 6 reviews · Confidence 78/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 8.9 oz (men's) · 6mm drop
A 46mm heel stack at a listed 8.9 oz.
Overall 94 Cushioning 94$80 $170 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:32 AM UTCOverall94Cushioning94Comfort94Durability84Appearance80Value70Confidence78Pros
A 46mm heel stack at a listed 8.9 oz.
One of six reviewers describes the foam as soft and supple with the slightest touch of firmness.
One reviewer reports no change in the foam at almost 300 miles.
Cons
Value draws the lowest ratings of any dimension at 4.0 out of 5, and two of six reviewers call the $170 list price high.
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#26 Brooks
Ghost Max 394 Excellent Comfort · 2 reviews · Confidence 77/100
Daily trainer · Neutral
One of two reviewers so far, running 45 miles a week, calls it very durable and stable.
Overall 94 Cushioning 96$110 $160 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:34 AM UTCOverall94Durability98Cushioning96Comfort94Value87Appearance74Confidence77Buy it now
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Pros
One of two reviewers so far, running 45 miles a week, calls it very durable and stable.
Both reviewers so far rate durability 5 out of 5.
Cons
The Ghost Max and Ghost Max 2 before it score 97 and 96, against 88 here on two reviews.
One of two reviewers finds it runs big, and appearance draws 3.5 out of 5.
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#27 Saucony
Endorphin Shift 393 Excellent Comfort · 21 reviews · Confidence 92/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 8.8 oz · 4mm drop
A 41mm heel stack, and reviewers consistently call the cushioning soft and comfortable.
Overall 93 Cushioning 97$100 $150 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:31 AM UTCOverall93Cushioning97Comfort93Value92Durability90Appearance70Confidence92Pros
A 41mm heel stack, and reviewers consistently call the cushioning soft and comfortable.
Several reviewers kept running comfortably while coming back from injuries.
Reviewers use them for easy days, long runs and lighter workouts.
Cons
Two reviewers find it sluggish beyond about seven-minute pace.
One reviewer calls the look dorky, and appearance is its lowest-rated dimension at 4.1 out of 5.
Two reviewers report the shoe breaking down at 350 to 500 miles.
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#28 New Balance
1080v1593 Very good Comfort · 6 reviews · Confidence 89/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 8.1 oz
Comfort averages 4.5 out of 5 across the six reviewers so far, and cushioning 4.4.
Overall 93 Cushioning 94Overall93Cushioning94Comfort93Durability74Appearance74Value54Confidence89Pros
Comfort averages 4.5 out of 5 across the six reviewers so far, and cushioning 4.4.
One reviewer, buying their seventh pair of 1080s, calls it the same reliable shoe.
Light for the category at 9.0 oz in the men's and 7.1 oz in the women's.
Cons
Durability averages 3.7 out of 5 across the six reviewers so far, with two of them marking it a 2.
Value averages 3.5 out of 5, the weakest of its categories.
The three versions before it score 97, 90 and 97 here, on twenty-five, twenty-seven and twenty-eight reviews.
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#29 Brooks
Launch 1193 Excellent Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 86/100
Daily trainer · Neutral
The Launch 10 it follows scores 99 on twelve reviews.
Overall 93 Cushioning 85$84 $120 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:34 AM UTCOverall93Value98Comfort93Cushioning85Durability82Appearance76Confidence86Pros
The Launch 10 it follows scores 99 on twelve reviews.
It lists at $120, below the $150 median for daily trainers on sale.
The single review so far rates it 5 out of 5 overall.
Cons
Scores across the Launch line have ranged from 71 to 99.
Durability and appearance are the only marks below 5 in the single review so far, both at 4 out of 5.
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#30 PUMA
MagMax Nitro93 Excellent Comfort · 2 reviews · Confidence 81/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 8.8 oz (men's) · 8mm drop
A 47mm heel stack at 8.8 oz, the third tallest stack among shoes on sale.
Overall 93 Cushioning 94Overall93Value98Appearance96Cushioning94Comfort93Durability91Confidence81Pros
A 47mm heel stack at 8.8 oz, the third tallest stack among shoes on sale.
Both reviewers so far rate comfort, cushioning and durability 5 out of 5.
Cons
It lists at $180, above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale.
Value and appearance draw the lowest ratings of the two reviews so far, both at 4.5 out of 5.
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#31 Brooks
Glycerin Max 292 Very good Comfort · 3 reviews · Confidence 60/100
Daily trainer · Neutral
All three reviewers so far rate it 4 or 5 across every dimension, one calling it great for bigger runners who want support with cushioning.
Overall 92 Cushioning 94$189 $200 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:33 AM UTCOverall92Cushioning94Comfort92Durability92Appearance76Value74Confidence60Buy it now
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Pros
All three reviewers so far rate it 4 or 5 across every dimension, one calling it great for bigger runners who want support with cushioning.
Cons
It lists at $200, well above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale.
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#32 PUMA
Velocity NITRO 291 Very good Comfort · 18 reviews · Confidence 90/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 9.1 oz · 10mm drop · 34mm stack
Reviewers praise the PUMAGRIP outsole for grip on wet roads.
Overall 91 Cushioning 91$35 $120 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:31 AM UTCOverall91Value99Appearance98Durability95Cushioning91Comfort91Confidence90Pros
Reviewers praise the PUMAGRIP outsole for grip on wet roads.
Reviewers use it for easy runs and faster workouts alike.
Durability rates 4.4 out of 5 across eighteen reviewers, and two expect to get 400 miles or more from a pair.
Cons
Three of eighteen reviewers describe the ride as firm with a moderate amount of cushioning.
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#33 Brooks
Glycerin Flex91 Very good Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 63/100
Daily trainer · Neutral
The one reviewer so far calls it flexible, with the stability of a Brooks shoe and none of the clunkiness.
Overall 91 Cushioning 80$145 $170 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:35 AM UTCOverall91Value94Comfort91Durability87Cushioning80Appearance80Confidence63Buy it now
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Pros
The one reviewer so far calls it flexible, with the stability of a Brooks shoe and none of the clunkiness.
The single review so far rates it 5 out of 5 overall and for comfort.
Cons
Cushioning, durability and value each draw 4 out of 5 in the single review so far.
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#34 ASICS
GEL-Kayano 3290 Very good Comfort · 3 reviews · Confidence 83/100
Daily trainer · Stability
All three reviewers so far rate it 5 out of 5 overall, one calling it the best Kayano in several years.
Overall 90 Cushioning 93$113 $165 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:33 AM UTCOverall90Cushioning93Durability91Comfort90Appearance74Value65Confidence83Buy 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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#35 ASICS
GEL-Kayano 3390 Very good Comfort · 5 reviews · Confidence 83/100
Daily trainer · Stability
Comfort and cushioning both rate 4.8 out of 5 across five reviewers.
Overall 90 Cushioning 95Overall90Cushioning95Comfort90Durability82Appearance71Value56Confidence83Pros
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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#36 Altra
Experience Form90 Good Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 82/100
Daily trainer · Stability · 8.5 oz · 4mm drop · 32mm stack
Light for a stability trainer at 7.9 oz, with a 4mm drop.
Overall 90 Cushioning 77$75 $145 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:35 AM UTCOverall90Comfort90Cushioning77Appearance76Value74Durability67Confidence82Pros
Light for a stability trainer at 7.9 oz, with a 4mm drop.
One reviewer who overpronates says the guide rail supports the foot well over 125 miles.
Cons
Cushioning, durability and value each draw 4 out of 5 in the single review so far.
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#37 Brooks
Launch 1290 Very good Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 79/100
Daily trainer · Neutral
The Launch 10 and 11 before it score 99 and 91.
Overall 90 Cushioning 80$119 $120 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:35 AM UTCOverall90Value98Comfort90Cushioning80Durability79Appearance73Confidence79Buy it now
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Pros
The Launch 10 and 11 before it score 99 and 91.
It lists at $120, below the $150 median for daily trainers.
Cons
Scores across the Launch line have ranged from 71 to 99.
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#38 Mizuno
Neo Zen90 Good Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 74/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 6.8 oz (men's) · 5mm drop
At 6.8 oz it stays light on a 46mm heel stack, among the tallest stacks on sale.
Overall 90 Cushioning 79$105 $150 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:34 AM UTCOverall90Value93Comfort90Durability87Cushioning79Appearance71Confidence74Pros
At 6.8 oz it stays light on a 46mm heel stack, among the tallest stacks on sale.
The one reviewer so far calls it a fun, bouncy and soft daily trainer.
The single review so far rates comfort, cushioning, durability and value 5 out of 5.
Cons
Appearance is the only mark below 5 in the single review so far, at 4 out of 5.
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#39 Saucony
Triumph 2490 Good Comfort · 2 reviews · Confidence 66/100
Daily trainer · Neutral
The Triumph 22 and 23 before it score 98 and 91.
Overall 90 Cushioning 96Overall90Cushioning96Durability95Comfort90Value80Appearance78Confidence66Pros
The Triumph 22 and 23 before it score 98 and 91.
Both reviewers so far rate durability and appearance 5 out of 5.
Cons
Scores in the Triumph line have fallen from 99 for the Triumph 21 to 86 for this version.
Value draws the lowest ratings of the two reviews so far, at 3.5 out of 5.
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#40 Brooks
Glycerin GTS 2390 Very good Comfort · 5 reviews · Confidence 63/100
Daily trainer · Stability
Durability is the strongest of its categories at 4.8 out of 5 across five reviewers.
Overall 90 Cushioning 83$165 $180 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:32 AM UTCOverall90Durability97Comfort90Cushioning83Value68Appearance56Confidence63Buy it now
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Pros
Durability is the strongest of its categories at 4.8 out of 5 across five reviewers.
Comfort averages 4.8 out of 5 across those five reviewers, one of whom calls it the softest support shoe they have run in.
All five reviewers so far rate it 4 out of 5 or better overall.
Cons
Two of five reviewers call the ride firm, one saying it gets hard on the feet after a while.
It lists at $179.95, above the $150 median for daily trainers on sale.
One of five reviewers describes it as slightly unstable.
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#41 Brooks
Beast GTS 2690 Good Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 51/100
Daily trainer · Neutral
The Beast GTS 23 and 24 before it score 83 and 93.
Overall 90 Cushioning 90$163 $170 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:35 AM UTCOverall90Cushioning90Comfort90Durability89Value79Appearance68Confidence51Buy it now
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Pros
The Beast GTS 23 and 24 before it score 83 and 93.
The one reviewer so far rates comfort and cushioning 5 out of 5.
Cons
Value draws 3 out of 5 in the single review so far, its lowest mark.
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#42 Altra
Torin 889 Good Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 80/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 9.5 oz (men's) · 0mm drop
Zero drop paired with a 30mm heel stack.
Overall 89 Cushioning 75Overall89Comfort89Cushioning75Durability64Value62Appearance55Confidence80Pros
Zero drop paired with a 30mm heel stack.
The one reviewer so far calls it one of the comfiest shoes they have run in.
Cons
One reviewer so far finds it breaks down and starts to bend quickly for a $160 shoe.
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#43 Topo Athletic
Atmos89 Good Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 70/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 9.1 oz · 5mm drop
9.7 oz on a 39mm heel stack with a 5mm drop.
Overall 89 Cushioning 63$124 $160 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:35 AM UTCOverall89Value92Comfort89Durability80Appearance76Cushioning63Confidence70Pros
9.7 oz on a 39mm heel stack with a 5mm drop.
The one reviewer so far, with wide feet, praises the roomy toe box and reports no wear at 300 miles.
Cons
The one reviewer so far calls the cushioning slightly firm and rates appearance 3 out of 5.
The Atmos 2 has replaced it, though the one reviewer notes this version can still be found on sale.
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#44 HOKA
Gaviota 588 Good Comfort · 15 reviews · Confidence 84/100
Daily trainer · Stability · 10.0 oz · 6mm drop · 39mm stack
One reviewer names the cushioning for long runs and a good amount of stability with it.
Overall 88 Cushioning 98$132 $175 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:32 AM UTCOverall88Cushioning98Comfort88Durability87Value86Appearance83Confidence84Pros
One reviewer names the cushioning for long runs and a good amount of stability with it.
One reviewer picked it for a wide toe box and a stiff rocker.
Both reviewers who compared it with their previous shoe rate it better.
Cons
Durability draws the lowest ratings of any dimension at 3.8 out of 5, and one reviewer had the sole separate on three pairs within weeks.
One of fifteen reviewers finds it poorly ventilated and hot in summer.
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#45 Altra
FWD Via88 Good Comfort · 2 reviews · Confidence 80/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 8.0 oz (men's) · 4mm drop
A 37mm heel stack at 8.0 oz, light for the cushioning.
Overall 88 Cushioning 79$110 $160 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:34 AM UTCOverall88Comfort88Cushioning79Value76Appearance74Durability71Confidence80Pros
A 37mm heel stack at 8.0 oz, light for the cushioning.
One reviewer describes it as extremely plush underfoot and lighter on the foot than it looks.
One reviewer names the wide toe box for letting the toes splay.
Cons
One reviewer would not run faster than a steady state in it.
The same reviewer found the laces very long and had to retie them to stop rubbing at the ball of the foot.
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#46 Brooks
Adrenaline GTS 2587 Good Comfort · 4 reviews · Confidence 84/100
Daily trainer · Stability · 8.9 oz (men's) · 12mm drop · 39mm stack
Reviewers praise the comfort and support.
Overall 87 Cushioning 82$130 $155 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:33 AM UTCOverall87Comfort87Durability83Cushioning82Appearance65Value59Confidence84Buy it now
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Pros
Reviewers praise the comfort and support.
At 8.9 oz one reviewer calls it a lighter version of an old friend.
The four Adrenaline GTS versions before it score 91 to 97.
Cons
Value draws the lowest ratings of the four reviews so far, at 3.3 out of 5.
One reviewer says the cushioning degrades fast, and durability rates 3.5 out of 5.
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#47 Altra
Escalante 487 Good Comfort · 7 reviews · Confidence 82/100
Daily trainer · Neutral · 7.9 oz
Light for a daily trainer at 7.8 oz in the men's build.
Overall 87 Cushioning 78$90 $130 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:32 AM UTCOverall87Comfort87Value85Durability83Cushioning78Appearance66Confidence82Buy it now
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Pros
Light for a daily trainer at 7.8 oz in the men's build.
One reviewer says durability is about the same as the Escalante 3.
Cons
Two reviewers say the added cushioning feels little different from the Escalante 3, and one that it now rides like a high-stack shoe.
One reviewer says the laces always come undone.
The Escalante 3 and 4 score 75 and 82 against 93 for the original.
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#48 Altra
Experience Flow 287 Good Comfort · 1 review · Confidence 57/100
Daily trainer · Neutral
The one reviewer so far calls it well cushioned and bouncy, and used it as a daily trainer for a whole summer.
Overall 87 Cushioning 84$111 $140 Buy now ↗ As of Sep 14, 8:35 AM UTCOverall87Comfort87Cushioning84Value70Durability65Appearance63Confidence57Pros
The one reviewer so far calls it well cushioned and bouncy, and used it as a daily trainer for a whole summer.
That reviewer rates comfort and cushioning 5 out of 5.
It lists at $140, below the $150 median for daily trainers on sale.
Cons
One reviewer got about 200 miles out of a pair and says the outsole rubber started peeling well before that.
Durability is the lowest-rated dimension in the one review so far, at 2 out of 5.
How this ranking works
Ratings come from our statistical models of runner reviews: the score is our best estimate of how a shoe is rated, and the bar behind it in an expanded row is the range we consider plausible given how many reviews it has. Shoes with few reviews rank more cautiously rather than shooting to the top on a handful of glowing write-ups. Prices are the live prices at the retailers we track, and everything ranked here is a shoe you can buy today.