Las 6 Mejores Best Walking Shoes del 2025

The Nike Pegasus 41 is our top treadmill walking shoe because it blends comfort and bounce into one, making indoor strolls more enjoyable. Our lab tests confirm its flexibility, making it easy on the feet and versatile enough for runs and even daily errands.

The cushion felt plush, and our durometer confirms it’s 24.4% softer than average. We discovered the ReactX foam, which works together with the Air Zoom for enhanced responsiveness, creating a more effortless ride.

The experience feels grounded and natural, with its below-average 33.6/22.2 mm stack contributing to the shoe’s flexibility. It twisted easily with our hands, earning a low 2/5 torsional rigidity score. Even with foot-bending, it flows freely. True enough, it emerged 31.7% more adaptive than the average in our 90-degree test.

We warn caution that Pegasus 41 features a steep 11.4 mm heel drop, which others may find uncomfortable. We recommend those with hip or knee problems to search for a pair with less incline.

The Brooks Ghost Max 2 is our top cushioned treadmill walking shoe because it offers a well-protected and comfortable ride. Our lab tests show its tall stack is balanced and runs wide for enhanced stability. Meanwhile, its breathable upper ensures a pleasant experience for longer-than-planned strolls.

The cushioned ride is thanks to Ghost Max 2’s above-average 39.0/29.1 mm stack. It erases the ground feel completely and lessens the strain on our muscles. Our durometer shows the foam is at a pleasant 20.6 HA, which feels both springy and surprisingly surefooted.

We found more elements that contribute to this shoe’s stable ride. It has tall midsole sidewalls for added support and a wide 118.7/99.3 mm base that offers more room to find our footing.

The upper excels in comfort too, offering a well-ventilated space so that indoor sessions don’t feel suffocating. In our breathability test, the smoke we pumped in escaped seamlessly so we couldn’t rate it anything lower than the perfect 5/5 rating.

Unfortunately, the thick slab of foam sacrificed flexibility. Those seeking a more natural ride should try other options.

The ASICS Gel Kayano 31 offers a reassuring experience like no other. We discovered in the lab that it features the 4D Guidance System and other supportive elements like a wide base and midsole sidewalls, making it our best stability treadmill walking shoe. Surprisingly, the surefootedness we experienced comes with a plush and well-cushioned midsole offering boundless comfort.

The innovative 4D Guidance system delivers a planted sensation without making the ride rigid. This shoe also features a higher arch, midsole sidewalls, and a wide base for added support. Our caliper confirms that the 122.1/97.6 mm landing platform is much wider than the 114.1/90.8 mm average.

Amazingly, the plush 15.6 HA foam feels stable despite its cloudlike touch. It also rises to an above-average 39.3/27.8 mm stack, cushioning each landing delightfully, particularly heel landings when walking because of the PureGEL insert.

The shoe’s flexible build also adds comfort and ease. Our bend test confirms it’s 11.4% more bendable than average, making it suitable for long hours of walking. Unfortunately, fatigue will set in for those who are not used to heavy shoes. Weighing 10.4 oz (295g), we cannot recommend this shoe to those seeking a lightweight pair.

We found the Hoka Kawana 2 very versatile during our wear tests. Walking and working out in this pair feels easy, and our lab tests confirm its flexible build. Its stable ride feels reassuring, especially when performing various exercises, making it our top treadmill walking shoe for the gym.

We found the Kawana 2 to have sturdy lateral support because of the sidewalls in the midfoot area. Besides this, the base runs wider than average, notably its 98.9 mm heel, since the average is only 90.8 mm.

Kawana 2’s versatility is further enhanced by its low resistance to movement. It feels natural to walk with it since it bends easily with our feet. Our flex test confirms it’s 12.1% more malleable than average, so performing burpees and planks was also a breeze.

However, it features a strong taper that will restrict those with wide or square-shaped feet. People in this category should find more accommodating shoes.

Staying true to its name, the On Cloud X 4 is designed for a freeing and natural experience, and our feet can confirm it’s the best lightweight treadmill walking shoe. Besides its actual weight, Cloud X 4 feels even airer on foot because of its flexibility and exceptional breathability we validated in the lab.

Our scales confirmed its weightless sensation at 9.5 oz (268g). Given its nature as a training shoe, it’s 13.8% lighter than average.

It also doesn’t offer much resistance to movement from all directions, which adds to its barefoot feel. It easily twisted with our hands and earned the lowest 1/5 torsional rigidity rating. When we bent it to 90 degrees, it needed 41.0% less force than average to do so, proving its unmatched flexibility.

To top it all off, the upper is delightfully breezy. Our body heat could easily escape the same way smoke did in our breathability test, so we awarded it with a perfect 5/5 rating. Indoor walks will never feel stuffy in these shoes.

However, because of its low resistance, there is minimal support. Those who need a more stable shoe should check alternatives.

During our walks, the New Balance Fresh Foam X Kaiha Road felt so good on our feet! We were surprised to discover it only cost €100, way below the €130 average price of walking shoes. For its price, it offers a well-cushioned and versatile experience through its plush and flexible midsole, as we confirmed in the lab. Undoubtedly, it’s our best budget treadmill walking shoe.

Featuring the Fresh Foam X cushioning, each landing is pure bliss, followed by a springy takeoff. Our durometer validates that it’s 36.4% softer than the average. Safe to say it was pure joy on foot! Despite its gentle touch, we felt well-planted because the base runs wide at 119.2/100.1 mm.

The shoe has a natural feel that makes it so comfortable for walking. It offers low resistance to bending, validated by our flex test when it showed Kaiha Road needs 9.3% less force than average to reach 90 degrees. Because it adapts so easily, it’s also suitable for other activities such as running errands.

What Kaiha Road compromised for affordability is durability. Our Dremel damaged the toebox and heel padding easily, so we can’t recommend this pair to people looking for long-lasting shoes.