Filters
  • Select size for the best results
    MenWomen
  • Terrain
  • Pace
  • Brand
  • Use
  • Pronation
  • Heel to toe drop
    -1 mm - 16 mm
    -1 mm 16 mm
  • Width / Fit
    86 mm - 102 mm
    86 mm 102 mm
  • Toebox width
    56 mm - 85 mm
    56 mm 85 mm
  • Audience score
    72 - 94
    72 94
  • Release date
  • Race distance
  • Energy return
    40% - 81%
    40% 81%
  • Strike Pattern
  • Type
  • Shock absorption
    110 SA - 185 SA
    110 SA 185 SA
  • Heel stack
    25 mm - 51 mm
    25 mm 51 mm
  • Price
  • Features
  • Arch support
  • Breathability
  • Midsole softness
    19 AC - 54 AC
    19 AC 54 AC
  • Condition
  • Outsole durability
    0 mm - 17 mm
    0 mm 17 mm
  • Toebox durability
  • Stiffness
    5N - 39N
    5N 39N
  • Arch Type
  • Waterproofing
  • Season
  • Weight
    4.6 oz - 15 oz
    4.6 oz 15 oz
  • Heel padding durability
  • Forefoot stack
    16 mm - 42 mm
    16 mm 42 mm
  • Trail terrain
  • Heel counter stiffness
  • Color
  • Collection
  • Torsional rigidity
  • Traction
    0.12 - 0.96
    0.12 0.96
  • Deals
  • Toebox height
    21 mm - 35 mm
    21 mm 35 mm
  • Discount
  • Technology
  • Lug depth
    1.8 mm - 5.5 mm
    1.8 mm 5.5 mm
  • Material
  • Difference in midsole softness in cold
    0% - 82%
    0% 82%

Cushioned running shoe reviews

Best cushioned running shoes
Guide Best cushioned running shoes
Best cushioned New Balance running shoes
Guide Best cushioned New Balance running shoes

391 shoes reviewed

  • Cushioned

We buy shoes ourselves. We earn commissions when you buy through us, at no extra cost. Why trust us

  1. Salomon S/Lab Phantasm 2
    83
    Good
    Salomon S/Lab Phantasm 2
    Any color
    Salomon S/Lab Phantasm 2 - White (L472766)
    $275 $188
    Save 32%
    See on Running Warehouse
  2. Hoka Carbon X 3
    81
    Good
    Hoka Carbon X 3
    $355
    See on Amazon
  3. Kailas Fuga EX 3
    86
    Great
    Kailas Fuga EX 3
    $174
    See on Amazon
  4. Under Armour Velociti Elite 2
    79
    Good
    Under Armour Velociti Elite 2
    $245
    See on Under Armour
  5. ASICS S4+ Yogiri
    89
    Great
    ASICS S4+ Yogiri
    $200
    See on Running Warehouse
  6. Skechers Aero Tempo
    New
    78
    Decent
    Skechers Aero Tempo
    $165
    See on Running Warehouse
  7. Salomon S/Lab Ultra Glide
    77
    Decent
    Salomon S/Lab Ultra Glide
    $250 $188
    Save 25%
    See on Running Warehouse
  8. New Balance Fresh Foam X Garoe v2
    72
    Bad
    New Balance Fresh Foam X Garoe v2
    $110 $90
    Save 18%
    See on eBay
  9. Salomon Spectur 2
    79
    Good
    Salomon Spectur 2
    $170 $105
    Save 38%
    See on eBay
  10. Brooks Divide 5 GTX
    78
    Decent
    Brooks Divide 5 GTX
    $140 $93
    Save 34%
    See on eBay
  11. Salomon S/Lab Pulsar 4
    76
    Decent
    Salomon S/Lab Pulsar 4
    $220
    See on Fleet Feet
  12. Skechers GO RUN Ride 11
    92
    Superb
    Skechers GO RUN Ride 11
    $125
    See on eBay
  13. Salomon S/Lab Ultra
    82
    Good
    Salomon S/Lab Ultra
    $240 $192
    Save 20%
    See on eBay
  14. HOKA Cielo X1 2.0
    88
    Great
    HOKA Cielo X1 2.0
    $275 $189
    Save 31%
    See on Amazon
  15. PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 2
    81
    Good
    PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 2
    $260 $215
    Save 17%
    See on Amazon
  16. Skechers Max Cushioning Elite 2.0
    84
    Good
    Skechers Max Cushioning Elite 2.0
    $100 $90
    Save 10%
    See on Amazon
  17. ASICS Trabuco 14
    New
    84
    Good
    ASICS Trabuco 14
    $145
    See on Amazon
  18. Teva Hurricane Trailsetter
    New
    90
    Superb
    Teva Hurricane Trailsetter
    $135
    See on REI
  19. Icebug Järv RB9X
    87
    Great
    Icebug Järv RB9X
    $180 $154
    Save 14%
    See on Backcountry
  20. Topo Ultraventure 3
    88
    Great
    Topo Ultraventure 3

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  21. ASICS Novablast 3
    91
    Superb
    ASICS Novablast 3

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  22. Saucony Endorphin Elite
    90
    Superb
    Saucony Endorphin Elite

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  23. ASICS Magic Speed 3
    91
    Superb
    ASICS Magic Speed 3

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  24. ASICS GT 1000 12
    84
    Good
    ASICS GT 1000 12

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  25. Diadora Gara Carbon
    89
    Great
    Diadora Gara Carbon

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  26. ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
    82
    Good
    ASICS Gel Kinsei Max

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  27. TYR Maverick V1 Runner
    85
    Good
    TYR Maverick V1 Runner

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  28. Adidas Adistar BYD
    New
    83
    Good
    Adidas Adistar BYD

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  29. Kailas Fuga EX Pro
    83
    Good
    Kailas Fuga EX Pro

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

  30. ALLSWIFIT Active5K
    New
    N/A
    Not enough reviews yet
    ALLSWIFIT Active5K

    Out of stock in all 38 shops

Overall review lists

Similar review lists

Best guides

If you're somebody who's particular about what they feel underfoot, we've got several well-cushioned running shoes that will satisfy your desires. We've tested several shoes with extreme attention to detail - checking firmness, stack height, and everything in between so that you'll find something that your feet will really like. Our selection of cushioned walking shoe reviews includes high-drop and low-drop shoes, stiff and flexible pairs, and firm and plush-cushioned ones so that you can find the optimal cushioned shoe for you.