Nuestra conclusión

En nuestras pruebas de laboratorio, descubrimos que las Questar 3 son una opción excelente para los corredores que no se pueden gastar un ojo de la cara en su próximo par de zapatillas, pero que quieren un extra de estabilidad en el talón. Su upper cómodo y reforzado nos dejó boquiabiertos con su durabilidad, ya que equilibra transpirabilidad y confort para que puedas disfrutar de estas Adidas durante todo el día. Aunque la pisada se siente plana y no ofrecen el mejor agarre en superficies mojadas, la relación calidad-precio de este par nos sigue pareciendo estupenda.

Pros

  • Muy buena relación calidad-precio
  • Muy duraderas
  • Upper transpirable
  • Pisada estable
  • Ajuste cómodo
  • También son ideales para un uso casual
  • Perfectas para los talonadores

Contras

  • Estructura rígida
  • Pesan demasiado
  • Les falta agarre
  • Subpar grip

Veredicto de los usuarios

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Who should buy

We pushed the Adidas Questar 3 to its limits and found it quite interesting for:

  • Runners looking for a budget-friendly daily trainer with solid durability in the outsole, toebox, and heel areas.
  • Heel strikers who need a bit more support than what most entry-level shoes typically offer.
  • Anyone on a tight budget who wants one versatile shoe for casual runs, daily wear, and the occasional gym session.

Adidas Questar 3

Who should NOT buy

During our lab tests, we discovered that the shoe’s ultra-rigid build and heavy weight made each stride feel a bit forced. For those seeking a more nimble-feeling alternative, we suggest the Nike Interact Run or the ASICS Gel Pulse 15.

We also found the midsole to be overly rigid, lacking the kind of smooth-flowing flexibility many runners appreciate. From our point of view, those who enjoy a comfort-first, flex-friendly transition would be better served by trying the Saucony Ride 18 or the Adidas Runfalcon 5.

Adidas Questar 3 parts

Amortiguación

Shock absorption

Nuevo

Esta sección está en desarrollo.

Talón
Antepié
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 111 SA
Media 127 SA
En comparación con 224 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
57 SA
Absorción de impactos
163 SA

Energy return

Nuevo

Esta sección está en desarrollo.

Talón
Antepié
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 54.1%
Media 58.1%
En comparación con 224 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
38.0%
Retorno de energía
80.0%

Altura de la suela en la zona del talón

Adidas seems to be shifting its strategy by reworking pricey daily trainers into more wallet-friendly versions instead of designing cheap shoes from scratch. These budget adaptations come with slightly lower stack heights and more affordable materials.

For example, the Ultraboost 5 turned into the Ultrarun 5, and the Adistar 3 became the Questar 3. In this case, we measured 33.5 mm in the heel—noticeably less than the 40.7 mm found in its pricier counterpart.

Adidas Questar 3 Heel stack
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 33.5 mm
Media 34.3 mm
En comparación con 424 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
22.5 mm
Altura de la suela en la zona del talón
46.3 mm

Altura de la suela en el antepié

We measured the forefoot at 25.0 mm using our digital calipers, and it came right in line with the average. This gives the Questar 3 a versatility edge, making it suitable for everything from relaxed daily use to weekend runs without feeling out of place.

Adidas Questar 3 Forefoot stack
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 25.0 mm
Media 25.7 mm
En comparación con 424 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
13.7 mm
Altura de la suela en el antepié
37.1 mm

Drop

Adidas claims the Questar 3 has a 5 mm drop, but after multiple checks, we measured it at 8.5 mm. That’s not uncommon for us, and in this case, we believe the difference comes from the midsole, as it features a noticeable midfoot bump that makes this shoe more tailored for midfoot strikers.

Adidas Questar 3 Drop
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 8.5 mm
Media 8.6 mm
En comparación con 424 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
-0.2 mm
Drop
16.1 mm

Suavidad de la mediasuela

Another common move from Adidas with their daily trainers is switching to a firmer, lower-cost foam that sacrifices bounce for affordability.

The foam is just a basic EVA compound that offers a flat, dull ride with a moderately firm formulation at 21.3 HA. Then again, given the price point, it's hard to expect anything else.

Adidas Questar 3 Midsole softness
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 21.3 HA
Media 20.8 HA
Utilizamos la media de cuatro pruebas. La foto muestra una de esas pruebas.
En comparación con 350 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
5.9 HA
Suavidad de la mediasuela (de blanda a firme)
35.0 HA

Rigidez de la mediasuela en frío (%)

After placing the Questar 3 in the freezer for 20 minutes, we measured a staggering 41% increase in firmness, confirming this chill-sensitive behavior of EVA foams firsthand.

Adidas Questar 3 Midsole softness in cold (%)
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 41%
Media 25%
En comparación con 349 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1%
Rigidez de la mediasuela en frío
63%

Grosor de la plantilla

The insole adds 4.1 mm of cushioning to the overall stack height of the shoe.

Adidas Questar 3 Insole thickness
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 4.1 mm
Media 4.4 mm
En comparación con 420 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1.5 mm
Grosor de la plantilla
7.3 mm

Rocker

We discovered a low-rocker setup in the Questar 3, perfectly matching its beginner-ready design.

Adidas Questar 3 side

Unlike many recent Adidas models with sharp heel angles, this one keeps things flatter—clearly aimed at people who prefer casual walks or easy jogs over fast-paced running.

Adidas Questar 3 Rocker

Tallaje y ajuste

Talla

Adidas Questar 3 tallan bien (54 votos).

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1 talla más pequeñas ½ talla más pequeñas Tallan bien ½ talla más grandes 1 talla más grandes
En comparación con 408 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
½ talla más pequeñas
Tallan un poquito pequeño
Tallan bien
Tallan un poquito grande
½ talla más grandes

Anchura / Ajuste

Even before measuring, we could tell the fit felt right and the upper didn’t create any weird hotspots.

After crafting our gel mold, we confirmed the forefoot width at 97.4 mm—roomy enough for most feet, though extra-wide ones might feel a bit snug.

Adidas Questar 3 Width / Fit
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 97.4 mm
Media 95.3 mm
En comparación con 179 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
88.5 mm
Anchura / Ajuste
102.4 mm

Anchura de la parte delantera

The toebox turned out slightly more tapered than average, but the difference is so minor it’s unnoticeable during use. That’s why we think Adidas played it safe with a no-risk design here.

Adidas Questar 3 Toebox width
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 72.8 mm
Media 73.5 mm
En comparación con 179 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
66.7 mm
Anchura de la parte delantera
83.3 mm

Altura de la parte delantera

The toebox height earned another green light from us.

We measured 28.0 mm, confirming there’s plenty of vertical space for natural toe movement and relaxed, upward flex.

Adidas Questar 3 Toebox height
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 28.0 mm
Media 27.3 mm
En comparación con 178 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
22.4 mm
Altura de la parte delantera
33.9 mm

Tracción / Agarre

Traction test

Nuevo

The Adistar 3 dropped the Continental rubber used in the previous version and we really disliked that change. As expected, the Questar 3 uses an even lower-grade compound and landed at just 0.33. While it holds up fine on dry ground, we found it borderline slippery on wet asphalt.

Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 0.33
Media 0.46
En comparación con 223 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
0.11
Tracción en el antepié
0.81

Diseño de la suela exterior

Nuevo

The Questar 3 features a full-length rubber setup concentrated on both sides of the heel and forefoot. We also discovered a central decoupling groove running from heel to toe, which adds a water-channeling effect.

Adidas Questar 3 Outsole design

Estabilidad

Prueba de estabilidad lateral

The Questar 3 feels remarkably stable underfoot. Although it's labeled as a neutral daily trainer, we believe runners with mild stability needs can confidently use it for all kinds of runs. Its raised midsole sidewalls, broad heel, rigid platform, and central guidance line work together to keep each stride well-centered.

Rigidez torsional

We measured a maximum 5/5 score, which caught us off guard in a shoe with this kind of stack height.

While this ultra-stiff setup boosts stability, it also sacrifices everyday comfort and that easygoing feel that many runners look for in daily trainers. It even outscored the Adistar 3 in rigidity, likely due to its denser midsole foam.

Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 5
Media 3.4
En comparación con 403 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Rigidez torsional
5

Rigidez del contrafuerte del talón

We found the heel counter to be fairly stiff, scoring a solid 4/5 in our test. However, the generous, comfort-boosting padding that Adidas added does a great job of offsetting any harsh or unforgiving sensation.

Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 4
Media 2.9
En comparación con 387 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Rigidez del contrafuerte del talón
5

Anchura de la mediasuela - antepié

The Questar 3 doesn’t come across as a compact shoe, but it’s far from bulky. With a forefoot midsole width of 114.3 mm, it lands in a sweet spot that feels balanced and grounded without being oversized.

Adidas Questar 3 Midsole width - forefoot
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 114.3 mm
Media 114.2 mm
En comparación con 425 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
102.2 mm
Anchura de la mediasuela - antepié
126.9 mm

Anchura de la mediasuela - talón

The heel measures a wider-than-average 95.7 mm, which didn’t catch us off guard. At this price point, the shoe clearly targets heel strikers, offering extra width that enhances stability.

Adidas Questar 3 Midsole width - heel
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 95.7 mm
Media 90.6 mm
En comparación con 425 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
70.8 mm
Anchura de la mediasuela - talón
106.6 mm

Flexibilidad / Rigidez

Nuevo

We got a bit nervous when the Questar 3 hit the maximum score in our torsional rigidity test, but thankfully, that stiffness didn’t carry over to the longitudinal side. We measured 14.2N, which is a fair result for a daily trainer and makes it a solid pick for walking and jogging too.

Adidas Questar 3 Flexibility / Stiffness
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 14.2N
Media 14.9N
En comparación con 226 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
4.0N
Flexibilidad <> Rigidez
28.5N

Peso

Weight isn’t exactly where the Questar 3 shines. But considering the Adistar 3 already tipped the scales at 9.7 oz or 274g, it made sense that Adidas wasn’t going to deliver a lighter version with the Questar 3, which is the low-end variant.

That’s why 10.4 oz or 295g feels acceptable here, even if it lands on the heavier side.

Adidas Questar 3 Weight
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 10.4 oz (295g)
Media 9.3 oz (265g)
En comparación con 425 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
5.6 oz (159g)
Peso
12.6 oz (357g)

Transpirabilidad

We were curious to test the upper of the Questar 3 after spotting plenty of ventilation holes that looked promising—but with thick materials, results are never certain until we run the smoke test.

Fortunately, we got a 4/5, which is our favorite score for daily trainers. It means the shoe keeps your feet warm enough in cold weather, while still offering strong airflow during summer—perfect for runners using one pair year-round.

Most of the ventilation comes through the toebox. The rest of the upper is dense and tightly built, so air won’t escape from those areas, which is something to keep in mind.

Adidas Questar 3 mesh

Under the microscope, we identified a standard engineered mesh that we've seen in many shoes. That’s not a bad thing though, as it balances durability and breathability well.

Adidas Questar 3 microscope

There's also generous comfort throughout and an oversized heel padding that feels extra-cozy for casual wear or long, easy sessions.

Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 4
Media 3.8
En comparación con 354 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Transpirabilidad
5

Durabilidad

Durabilidad de la parte delantera

The thick engineered mesh on the Questar 3 held up well in our Dremel test—earning a solid 3/5 score, which isn’t easy for a budget-friendly shoe. Let’s now take a look at the heel.

Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 3
Media 2.6
En comparación con 288 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Durabilidad de la parte delantera
5

Durabilidad del acolchado del talón

The heel padding also performed well, beating the average running shoe with a 4/5 score—and keep in mind, this shoe sits at the lower end of the price range!

Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 4
Media 3.3
En comparación con 283 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Durabilidad del acolchado del talón
5

Durabilidad de la suela

We wrapped up the trio of Dremel tests with the outsole, and once again, we were satisfied—just 0.8 mm of wear. Honestly, only a small number of shoes out there manage to beat the average across all our durability evaluations.

Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 0.8 mm
Media 1.0 mm
En comparación con 266 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
0.0 mm
Desgaste de la suela
2.0 mm

Grosor de la suela

No surprises here from Adidas. With 3.5 mm of rubber, they played it safe to make sure the outsole won’t wear down too soon—there’s more than enough thickness to handle daily use.

Adidas Questar 3 Outsole thickness
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 3.5 mm
Media 3.3 mm
En comparación con 421 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1.0 mm
Grosor de la suela
6.1 mm

Varios

Precio

The Ultrarun 5 comes in at a low price, far lower than most daily trainers and significantly cheaper than the Adistar. This cost-saving move clearly involves a few trade-offs in materials and energy return, but it's a fantastic price for every runner.

Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 $75
En comparación con 425 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
€50
Precio
€300

Elementos reflectantes

One of the small cost-cutting choices Adidas made to keep the shoe affordable was skipping reflective elements.

Adidas Questar 3 Reflective elements
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 No

Acolchado de la lengüeta

We discovered that the Adidas Questar 3 comes with a rare triple-eyelet layout at the top of the lacing system—offering extra adjustment options for a snug, ankle-focused lockdown and creative lacing tricks.

Adidas Questar 3 lacing

We also tested its slim 4.7 mm tongue and found it surprisingly minimal for a budget shoe, as it skips the thick padding often seen in this price range.

Adidas Questar 3 Tongue padding
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 4.7 mm
Media 5.9 mm
En comparación con 422 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
0.4 mm
Acolchado de la lengüeta
14.2 mm

Lengüeta: tipo de refuerzo

The tongue isn’t gusseted, which isn’t great for fit—but it’s what we usually see in most shoes under 100 bucks, so we can't complain. Still, having it would’ve been a cool bonus.

Adidas Questar 3 Tongue: gusset type
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 Ninguno

Tirador del talón

The heel skips the finger-loop pull tab. Instead, Adidas added yet another logo to remind you who made the three stripes.

Adidas Questar 3 Heel tab
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3 Ninguno

Plantilla extraíble

The Cloudfoam Plus insole is removable, so you can swap it with your favorite from another shoe.

Adidas Questar 3 Removable insole
Resultados de las pruebas
Questar 3