7 Best Nike Shoes For Standing All Day

The Pegasus 40 is Nike’s popular workhorse daily trainer because of its tremendous versatility, comfort, and durability. And it’s for those same reasons that it’s also our pick for the best Nike running shoe overall to wear all day long.

If there's a shoe in Nike's lineup that can withstand an entire day's worth of pounding, it's the Peg 40. Our durometer measured the outsole's hardness at an impressive 86.0, which is 7.8% harder than the average road shoe. That outsole has outstanding grip as well with its waffle-type pattern, which capably handled some trails on our tests.

Meanwhile, the Peg 40 allows us to move freely and easily as we perform our different daily tasks. That’s because it is a remarkably pliable shoe, which we found to be 47.5% more flexible than the typical running shoe based on our 90 degree bend test.

And of course, it also delivers supreme comfort for all-day wear. Its midsole is 28% softer than the average running shoe, so standing on these shoes is nice and pleasant. Meanwhile, there is ample padding in the upper, particularly the tongue, which is 2.8 mm thicker than usual. 

However, the Peg 40 doesn't have the widest landing platform, which, combined with its soft foam, affects its stability. We measured its midsole width in the forefoot and heel to be 1.5 mm and 6.2 mm narrower, respectively. So those who need a shoe that can provide all-day stability should look elsewhere.

After conducting actual wear tests and undergoing lab analysis, InfinityRN4 stands out as the most comfortable Nike running shoe for all-day wear. The ride feels soothing and plush with the soft cushion and unresisting midsole. It’s versatile enough for easy runs, walks, and other daily activities and has an outsole that promises durability and protection.

InfinityRN brought the clouds to the street, featuring a velvet ReactX foam that offers a good amount of response. Our durometer registers a 12.5 HA reading that’s 47.3% softer than average. This makes it a cozy place to be in all day.

The midsole flows easily with our movements, making it our go-to pick for various activities. Our flex test confirms it’s 47.0% more adaptive than the average running shoe. This ensures much comfort because we don’t have to fight a lot of resistance with every stride.

While all these elements highlight softness, the outsole is the exact opposite. We measured a 90.4 HC reading with our durometer, one of the hardest rubbers in our lab. This confirms our observation that the outsole is extremely protective and long-lasting. The shoe looked practically new even after our run-and-wear tests.

The thick and stretchy knit upper hugs the foot snugly yet lacks breathability on warm days. We don’t advise using this pair during the summer season.

The plushness of the Nike ZoomX Invincible Run Flyknit 3's cushion is out of this world. The huge slab of bouncy yet peppy foam plus its ability to stay soft in different conditions make it the best Nike all-day wear running shoes with the best cushioning.

The Nike ZoomX Invincible Run Flyknit 3 definitely takes the cake in terms of comfort for the foot. Other than the otherworldly levels of comfort that we felt on our runs, our feet also felt less strain. In the lab, we measured the heel stack to be 2mm higher than the average (35.22 mm vs 33.2 mm). Meanwhile, when we pressed our durometer against the midsole foam, we found it to be an outstanding 40.3% softer than the average road running shoe.

Even though the midsole was soft, the shoe had a lovely pop. We enjoyed the bouncy and responsive feel, thanks in part to the shoe being 4.9% less flexible than the average road running shoe. This meant that it had a natural feel and a fun ride. On our long runs, we sure loved that feeling. 

The Invincible 3's softness is indeed unlike any other. We subjected the shoe to our freezer test to simulate cold weather and find out if the foam would harden during cold conditions. Even though it stiffened up by 10.3% (from 14.5 HA to 16 HA), the "frozen" version is still an amazing 34.69% softer than the average road running shoes at room temperature. 

While the shoe’s outsole has great durability, it doesn’t grip wet surfaces very well. Runners may look someplace else if wet weather running is on the table.

The Nike Renew Ride 3 is a comfortable running shoe for all-day wear. Its massive midsole stack, excellent upper, and first-class durability make it a top pick for the best on-and-off all-day wear running shoes.

We measured the midsole foam on the Nike Renew Ride 3 at 36.4 mm, 3.2 mm more than the average of road running shoes. This high stack gave us a much-needed cushion and protection underfoot for walking around the whole day.

The Renew Ride’s upper is well-padded and well-ventilated, making it a very comfortable shoe. The mesh upper scored an impressive 4 / 5 on our breathability test while the tongue padding measures 8.8 mm—that’s 3 mm more than the average tongue padding of road running shoes. The tongue is not gusseted, giving ample room for the feet and making it easy to slip on and off anytime.

The robust rubber outsole in the Renew Ride 3 is pretty much indestructible. We measured it at 16.2% harder and 0.5 mm thicker than the average of road running shoes. We couldn't find any premature signs of wear and tear.

On another note, there are lighter shoes available in the market. The Renew Ride weighs in at 290g (10.23 oz), massively more than the 268 (9.45 oz) average.

Nike Winflo 10 features a flexible midsole, full-length Air cushioning, and a breathable upper — providing comfort and support for everyday activities. It’s a daily trainer that effortlessly transitions to a casual sneaker or a gym shoe — making it our most versatile Nike running shoe for all-day wear.

This pair is ideal for beginners who want an all-in-one shoe for walking, cross-training, and other activities. We feel it easily adapts to any movement we make. Nike delivers in producing a versatile shoe as Winflo 10 stands 28.9% more flexible than average in our 90-degree bend test.

Its Air cushioning oozes comfort even if we stand and walk the whole day. For a daily trainer, it’s surprisingly buttery-soft! Our durometer measurement shows it’s 32.6% softer than average.

The upper is well-ventilated, making the shoe a breezy and comfy place to be in for long hours. Its score on our breathability test in the lab is 4/5, above the 3.8 average. This means it’s more accommodating to airflow.

With its focus on flexibility and comfort, the shoe’s lack of energy return may underwhelm mid-to-advanced runners.

The Wildhorse 8 is our top Nike trail shoe to wear all day long thanks to its uber-comfortable upper, responsive midsole foam, and grippy outsole rubber.

The Wildhorse 8’s upper is among the most comfortable we’ve ever encountered in a trail shoe. It has a dual-mesh upper, which includes a soft and plush internal layer, that is extremely comfortable to wear for extended periods. And it also needs zero break-in time.

The shoe's midsole also delivers tremendous comfort as well as plentiful impact protection even through long distances on the trails. That's because it has a tall midsole - 0.9 mm taller in the forefoot and 2.5 mm taller in the heel - that is a whopping 42% softer than the average trail shoe. 

And the outsole is more than capable of navigating tough terrains. The outsole rubber is 2.1% softer than what's found in typical trail shoes, but we found that it helps improve the shoe's traction through difficult trails, but also on hard trails and tarmac.

But we don't recommend the Wildhorse 8 for all-day wear during exceptionally hot temperatures due to its subpar breathability. Upon closer examination, we found the internal layer of the dual-mesh upper hindered the airflow to the shoe, which is why it scored only a 3 out of 5 on our breathability test, with 5 being the most breathable.

The Downshifter 12 is hands down the best budget shoe Nike has for all-day wear. As our different lab and run tests determined, this shoe's combination of nicely balanced midsole and plushly padded upper make it an unbeatable budget shoe to wear for hours on end.

Costing just £80, the Downshifter 12 is right near the very bottom of Nike's running shoe price range, where the cheapest shoe is £70 and the average price is at £130. 

However, the shoe's midsole feels decidedly premium underfoot. It's certainly not a cloud-like cushioning, but we felt it had a nice balance of softness as we went on our test runs. Our durometer confirmed that the midsole was indeed quite balanced as it had a measurement of 26.0 HA, just 6.1% firmer than the average running shoe.

And the well-padded upper provided a supremely pleasurable experience even as we had the shoe on for several hours. There is generous padding in the heel counter and the tongue feels particularly plush. Upon measuring that tongue, we found it was 4.3 mm thicker than usual. 

But the Downshifter 12's big downside is that it is a stiff shoe that gets even more inflexible in cold temperatures. It's already 20% stiffer than average at room temperature, but it gets 46% stiffer than the average running shoe after 20 minutes in the freezer. So those looking for a flexible all-day shoe, especially in cold weather, should consider other options.