Nuestra conclusión

Las Torin 8 se han hecho de rogar, pero creemos que la espera ha merecido la pena. Altra ha reajustado el cierre del talón, la parte delantera es ancha, el upper es mullido, y la suela exterior está llena de agarre y es más duradera que nunca. Cuando salimos a correr con ellas, disfrutamos de una pisada estable y cercana al suelo, aunque sentimos que a su espuma todavía le falta rebote y retorno de energía. Además, pesan más que la versión 7, lo que hace que sean un poco menos divertidas y las vuelven una peor opción para los entrenamientos de tempo o las sesiones a un ritmo alto.

Pros

  • Con drop cero
  • Parte delantera ancha y con forma de pie
  • Muy duraderas
  • Cierre del talón mejorado
  • Cómodas
  • Su precio no cambia
  • Las puedes usar para caminar
  • Ideales para los corredores de metatarsos
  • Suela exterior mejorada
  • Estables

Contras

  • Pesan más que la v7
  • No son aptas para talonadores
  • Necesitan una espuma mejor cuanto antes
  • Lengüeta sin refuerzo

Veredicto de los usuarios

78
Aceptables
  • Top 22% más vendidas zapatillas de running

Who should buy

The Altra Torin 8 is a solid upgrade that feels great for:

  • Any zero-drop aficionado looking for a reliable daily trainer with long-lasting durability.
  • Those who felt the Torin 7 was an awkward version—this update feels better on foot with an improved upper and more secure heel lockdown.
  • Midfoot or forefoot strikers needing a shoe for easy-paced miles that can also double as a casual, all-day walking option.
  • Runners aiming to transition toward minimalist footwear and want an in-between step that still offers a true zero-drop platform.

Altra Torin 8

Who should NOT buy

We think the Torin 8 isn’t the best option if you're after responsiveness—it gained weight over the previous version, and with its low-energy return midsole, that extra bulk feels even harder to justify. From our evaluation, both the ASICS Novablast 5 and Adidas Adizero EVO SL feel significantly faster underfoot. Both shoes lighter, snappier, and priced at a similar or even lower point.

Our perspective is that the Torin 8’s stack height may turn off runners looking for a more natural experience. If you're seeking a flexible, ground-connected feel, we believe the Altra Escalante 4 or Topo Cyclone 2 are far better choices.

Altra Torin 8 parts

Amortiguación

Altura de la suela en la zona del talón

With 27.6 mm of stack height in the heel, the Torin 8 may not seem like an ultra-cushioned design, but we can't forget this is a zero-drop running shoe—hence the heel is usually thinner than average.

Altra Torin 8 Heel stack
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 27.6 mm
Media 34.2 mm
En comparación con 411 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

On the flip side, the forefoot has above-average cushioning at 27.7 mm, which we think enables this shoe to handle even long runs for runners who strike with the midfoot or forefoot.

In our experience, we noticed that this is a frequent thing with Altra that’s always worth clarifying. Some runners think that because the shoe doesn’t go over 30 mm of stack in the heel, it feels under-cushioned... but if you’re landing on the front of the shoe, who cares how much foam sits under the heel?

Altra Torin 8 Forefoot stack
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 27.7 mm
Media 25.6 mm
En comparación con 411 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
13.7 mm
Altura de la suela en el antepié
37.1 mm

Drop

True to Altra’s roots, the Torin 8 keeps its signature zero-drop geometry. After testing, we discovered a real drop of -0.1 mm, which diverges from 0.0 mm like two human hairs stacked.

So congrats to Altra for nailing it, as we usually see much bigger differences here in the lab!

Altra Torin 8 Drop
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 -0.1 mm
Media 8.6 mm
En comparación con 411 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
-0.2 mm
Drop
16.1 mm

Suavidad de la mediasuela

The Torin 8 comes with a balanced, 21.0-HA Altra EGO MAX foam, which brings both good news and bad news.

On the positive side, this is one of the best foams inside Altra’s lineup, and we’re glad they’re keeping it in the Torin series without any downgrades.

But on the flip side, we think it starts to feel a bit dated against competitors offering bouncier, energy-loaded setups with supercritical formulations—even when they are still based on EVA like this shoe.

Altra Torin 8 Midsole softness
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 21.0 HA
Media 20.8 HA
Utilizamos la media de cuatro pruebas. La foto muestra una de esas pruebas.
En comparación con 338 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 (%)

Being made from EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate), it wasn’t a surprise to discover that the performance of this foam in cold temperatures is far from impressive. After spending 20 minutes in the freezer, it lost 31% of its softness!

Altra Torin 8 Midsole softness in cold (%)
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 31%
Media 25%
En comparación con 337 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1%
Rigidez de la mediasuela en frío
63%

Grosor de la plantilla

The insole, at 5.0 mm, is extra-thick—and that’s quite noticeable when it comes to cushioning.

Altra Torin 8 Insole thickness
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 5.0 mm
Media 4.4 mm
En comparación con 407 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1.5 mm
Grosor de la plantilla
7.3 mm

Rocker

We’re happy to confirm that the Torin 8 keeps a moderate-rocker geometry, with a mostly-flat midsole that maintains a smooth and grounded ride.

Altra Torin 8 side

Sure, it’s not as pancake-flat as a minimalist shoe, but a certain degree of toe spring is needed to overcome the semi-rigid stiffness of the shoe. After testing, we discovered that the forefoot only rises to 3.5 cm, which is quite low for a modern daily trainer nowadays.

Altra Torin 8 Rocker

Tallaje y ajuste

Talla

Altra Torin 8 tallan bien (21 votos).

Si tienes estas zapatillas, ¿qué opinas de su talla?

1 talla más pequeñas ½ talla más pequeñas Tallan bien ½ talla más grandes 1 talla más grandes
En comparación con 389 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

If there’s a standout feature of the Altra Torin series, it’s the wide, roomy, foot-shaped toebox. To see if Altra keeps this model as generously-built as we’ve come to expect, we did a 1:1 gel mold replica of the toebox.

Starting with the widest part of the upper, we found that things have gotten a bit narrower here. After testing, we discovered it’s now more similar to an average shoe at 95.3 mm—way less than the 101.1 mm we clocked in version 7.

Hence, the shoe feels a bit more secure (or tight) in the ball of the foot compared to its predecessor, which can be seen as good or bad. However, this is not the most crucial measurement for those seeking the ultimate toe-splay freedom...

Altra Torin 8 Toebox width - widest part
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 95.3 mm
Media 95.4 mm
En comparación con 166 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
88.5 mm
Anchura / Ajuste
102.4 mm

Anchura de la parte delantera

The big toe measurement is the one that uncovers how much the shoe tapers, and if it really follows the natural, foot-friendly design Altra promotes with the Torin series.

Altra Torin 8 foot shape

We discovered that, indeed, it’s really roomy. At 83.6 mm, it’s exactly the same as the Torin 7, which already delivered unlimited toe-splay freedom for most runners.

And wait, because there’s a Wide size available with even more front-room generosity—although Altra usually offers it in just a few less-exciting colorways.

Altra Torin 8 Toebox width - big toe
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 83.6 mm
Media 73.6 mm
En comparación con 166 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
66.7 mm
Anchura de la parte delantera
83.6 mm

Altura de la parte delantera

At 26.8 mm, the room for the toes is not as vertically-generous as some runners might seek, but it’s not bothersome by any means.

During both short and long runs, we found it was never a problem—though if you favor ultra-spacious uppers that don't restrict vertical toe movement, then consider trying the Topo Atmos instead.

Altra Torin 8 Toebox height
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 26.8 mm
Media 27.1 mm
En comparación con 165 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
22.4 mm
Altura de la parte delantera
33.8 mm

Estabilidad

Prueba de estabilidad lateral

Through our evaluation, we found that the Torin 8 delivers a decently stable ride—especially for neutral runners or those with mild stability needs who value a natural feel without intrusive support.

Its reinforced heel counter and wide-landing forefoot base create a solid platform, further enhanced by a notably rigid heel area. However, runners seeking a 100% stability-focused, foot-shaped design should check out the Altra Experience Form instead.

Rigidez torsional

Altra shoes are often thought of as super-flexible, but that’s been changing in recent years. However, the Torin 8 stays average in this area with a 3/5 score, which feels like a good compromise to us.

Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 3
Media 3.4
En comparación con 390 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Rigidez torsional
5

Rigidez del contrafuerte del talón

The heel counter is seriously rigid, getting a 4/5 in our lab tests. In our view, neutral runners will probably find it a bit too much, as this firm piece holding the heel is very noticeable and even a bit bothersome at slow paces.

During our test runs, we discovered it feels a bit stiffer than what we hoped for, but for those with slight stability needs, it will be an awesome feature.

Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 4
Media 2.9
En comparación con 374 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Rigidez del contrafuerte del talón
5

Anchura de la mediasuela - antepié

We discovered that the Torin 8 stays true to its roots by featuring a broader-than-average forefoot midsole, now measuring 117.7 mm—almost 2 mm wider than the previous version for even more forefoot stability.

This wide-landing platform ensures stable landings for midfoot and forefoot strikers. However, the broad front does make the shoe feel slightly less agile than other daily trainers.

Altra Torin 8 Midsole width - forefoot
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 117.7 mm
Media 114.2 mm
En comparación con 412 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
102.2 mm
Anchura de la mediasuela - antepié
126.9 mm

Anchura de la mediasuela - talón

True to Altra’s design, the heel of the Torin 8 stays really narrow, as this shoe truly encourages forward landings—making it logical not to build a super-wide midsole in this area.

We measured 81.6 mm, exactly the same as its predecessor.

Altra Torin 8 Midsole width - heel
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 81.6 mm
Media 90.7 mm
En comparación con 412 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
70.8 mm
Anchura de la mediasuela - talón
106.6 mm

Flexibilidad / Rigidez

With such a similar midsole design to last year’s model, we were not surprised to get 14.0N in our flex test—only 0.1N less than the previous version. Hence, it sits around the average, fitting perfectly with its role as a daily trainer.

Altra Torin 8 Flexibility / Stiffness
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 14.0N
Media 15.7N
En comparación con 132 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
4.6N
Flexibilidad <> Rigidez
28.5N

Peso

We really liked most changes from version 7, but here’s a negative one—the weight has gone up, and that’s bad news no matter how you spin it. After testing, we discovered it now sits at 9.7 oz or 275g.

While still very reasonable, this means an 8% gain that puts the shoe in a less interesting spot when it comes to the important cushioning-to-weight ratio.

Altra Torin 8 Weight
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 9.7 oz (275g)
Media 9.3 oz (265g)
En comparación con 412 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
5.6 oz (159g)
Peso
12.6 oz (357g)

Transpirabilidad

Altra has updated the upper in the Torin 8, and we were curious to find out if breathability was up to the challenge for year-round use. Using our smoke machine, we rated it at 3 out of 5—an average score that reflects a breathable-enough construction, but nothing standout.

We believe that this shoe can handle most conditions, though we recommend pairing it with thin, moisture-wicking socks on hot summer days. That’s a quick way to offset the not-so-heat-ready airflow and avoid discomfort in high temperatures, especially if you buy a dark colorway.

When we tested the shoe over a light source, we noticed that the ventilation zones were concentrated around the toebox and midfoot. This detail was a pleasant surprise, as it helps release warm air where it's most likely to build up.

Altra Torin 8 mesh

In our lab, we’ve seen this type of engineered mesh hundreds of times—it’s a familiar choice that offers a blend of structure and comfort. It’s not luxurious, but it gets the job done.

Altra Torin 8 mesh

Despite its average-grade feel, the upper is decently finished.

We found no glue marks or stitching errors, and the padding in both the tongue and heel offers a plush experience that many daily runners will appreciate.

Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 3
Media 3.8
En comparación con 341 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Transpirabilidad
5

Durabilidad

Durabilidad de la parte delantera

Despite having numerous ventilation holes and lacking any reinforcement pieces, the engineered mesh used by Altra delivered surprisingly strong performance in our durability test. We gave it a solid 4/5!

Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 4
Media 2.6
En comparación con 275 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Durabilidad de la parte delantera
5

Durabilidad del acolchado del talón

And it scored the same in the heel padding, a zone that often takes a beating from certain runners. Therefore, reaching another 4 out of 5 is crucial for being seen as a long-lasting, everyday-use trainer for running, walking, or anything in between.

Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 4
Media 3.3
En comparación con 270 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1
Durabilidad del acolchado del talón
5

Dureza de la suela

Now, let's focus on the outsole. Altra is sticking to its proven approach—designing an outsole with multiple bone-mimicking cutouts that enhance flexibility and create a more natural-feeling ride underfoot.

Altra Torin 8 outsole

We found strong rubber coverage in the right zones, especially up front where runners need more impact protection. The rubber compound remains the same as in earlier models, and we measured 82.0 HC in hardness.

That puts the Torin 8 right in the average range of hardness—just like the grip, which feels fine for everyday conditions but doesn’t stand out as ultra-grippy.

Altra Torin 8 Outsole hardness
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 82.0 HC
Media 79.4 HC
Utilizamos la media de cuatro pruebas. La foto muestra una de esas pruebas.
En comparación con 392 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
54.9 HC
Dureza de la suela
93.0 HC

Durabilidad de la suela

After using our Dremel one more time, we found that the durability of the Torin 8 is genuinely good. At 0.8 mm, the result left us very satisfied—it clearly outperforms the average shoe in this test.

Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 0.8 mm
Media 1.1 mm
En comparación con 253 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
0.0 mm
Desgaste de la suela
2.0 mm

Grosor de la suela

Thanks to the strong abrasion resistance of the rubber, Altra likely chose to use slightly less rubber thickness than what’s common in a daily trainer. With 2.5 mm, the shoe avoids extra weight and feels more connected to the ground.

Altra Torin 8 Outsole thickness
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 2.5 mm
Media 3.3 mm
En comparación con 408 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
1.0 mm
Grosor de la suela
6.0 mm

Varios

Precio

The Altra Torin 8 holds the same price as before, which is good news in a market full of price surges. For this reason, we believe it’s a fair ask for a reliable daily trainer, although in performance and technology it starts to feel slightly outdated against faster-evolving competitors.

Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 $150
En comparación con 412 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
€50
Precio
€300

Elementos reflectantes

We found small reflective elements in the Torin 8 (enough to tick this box) but we wished for larger, more visible ones!

Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8

Acolchado de la lengüeta

At 10.9 mm, the tongue is way more padded than in the Torin 7, which had just 6.3 mm. After testing, we discovered this can be good or bad news—depending on your cushion-loving or weight-conscious preferences.

Altra Torin 8 laces
The laces are a few inches longer than they should be.

For those who enjoy a pillow-soft feel over the instep and extra protection for tying the laces as tight as possible, this update is fantastic. However, for others, it may feel overly plush. In our view, maybe something moderately-padded would have struck a better balance between comfort and weight.

Altra Torin 8 Tongue padding
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 10.9 mm
Media 5.8 mm
En comparación con 409 zapatillas de running para asfalto
Número de zapatillas
0.4 mm
Acolchado de la lengüeta
14.2 mm

Lengüeta: tipo de refuerzo

The tongue is not gusseted, and that’s a major letdown for us. After testing, we discovered that when shelling out 150 bucks for a daily trainer, a tongue that's fixed to the sides is something we've come to expect.

Altra Torin 8 Tongue: gusset type
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 Ninguno

Tirador del talón

The heel tab of the Altra Torin 8 keeps a design very similar to its predecessor, featuring an extended collar that reminds us of some HOKA models. This setup offers extra support for the Achilles tendon and makes it easier to grab the shoe when putting it on.

Altra Torin 8 Heel tab
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8 Talón extendido

Plantilla extraíble

It’s a huge plus that you can remove the insole, as many Altra fans might find the Torin 8 slightly over-cushioned. In that case, swap it for a minimalist 1 or 2 mm insole, and you’ll feel closer to the ground.

Altra Torin 8 Removable insole
Resultados de las pruebas
Torin 8