7 Best Running Shoes For Wide Feet in 2024
![7 Best Running Shoes For Wide Feet in 2024](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/buying_guide_primary/1575/1575-best-wide-toebox-running-shoes-001-16422988-main.jpg)
Runners with wide-foot problems struggle to find that perfect, comfortable fit. If your toes need enough room to spread, don’t worry. In this special feature for runners with wide feet, we have you covered.
Whether you’re into long-distance running, or simply need a comfortable shoe for a morning jog, we’ve rounded up wide-toebox running shoes and performed a strict selection process. We tested and wore them for a considerable amount of time. Then we selected our top choices depending on different categories.
From Altra, Brooks, and Nike, to ASICS, Saucony, and Salomon, we reviewed all of the shoes in the database. Take a quick look below at the top picks when it comes to running shoes with a wide-toe box.
How we test running shoes
At RunRepeat, we don’t just offer in-depth reviews but also helpful information for runners who struggle to find the right shoes to reach their goals. To achieve our goals, we’ve spent hours inside our independent shoe testing lab and worked with runners of all types for extensive wear testing on the road and trails.
We follow strict protocols in our selection process which includes:
- Buying with our own money all the running shoes with wide toebox across different brands. This is to make sure we remain bias-free and transparent
- Equipped with the necessary tools of the trade (scales, durometers, callipers, etc.), we cut each model into pieces in the lab. We then measure and analyse 30+ parameters of the shoe. This gives us the data we need with regard to its cushioning technology, ventilation, waterproof system, and many others.
- Clocking up 30-50 miles of running on each shoe for our real-world wear tests.
Best running shoes with a wide toe box overall
![Adidas Adistar 2.0](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-21166017-main.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-21166017-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Who should buy](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-who-should-buy-19856538-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Who should not buy](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-who-should-not-buy-19856537-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Cut in half](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-cut-in-half-19856530-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Microscope 1](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-microscope-1-19911837-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Breathability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-breathability-19856504-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Transparency](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-transparency-19856531-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Microscope 2](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-microscope-2-19911838-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Outsole hardness (room temperatue)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-outsole-hardness-room-temperatue-19856507-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-outsole-thickness-19856506-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-heel-19856539-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-heel-stack-19856509-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-forefoot-stack-19856508-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Drop (heel-to-toe)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-drop-heel-to-toe-19856510-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Insole thickness in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-insole-thickness-in-the-heel-19856515-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-cushioning-19856534-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Midsole softness in the heel (room temperature)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-midsole-softness-in-the-heel-room-temperature-19856511-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Heel strike](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-heel-strike-19856533-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Secondary foam softness (room temperature)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-secondary-foam-softness-room-temperature-19856514-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Midsole softness in cold](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-midsole-softness-in-cold-19881060-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-lateral-stability-test-19856516-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Torsional flexibility](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-torsional-flexibility-19856517-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-heel-counter-stiffness-19856519-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Midsole width (forefoot)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-midsole-width-forefoot-19856518-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Midsole width (heel)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-midsole-width-heel-19856520-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Flexibility (room temperature)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-flexibility-room-temperature-19856512-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Heel to toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-heel-to-toe-19856532-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Toebox width (widest part)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-toebox-width-widest-part-19856521-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Toebox width (big toe)](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-toebox-width-big-toe-19856522-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Midfoot feel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-midfoot-feel-19881059-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-tongue-gusset-type-19862569-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adistar 2.0 Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39935/adidas-adistar-2-0-tongue-padding-19856525-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
The second Adidas Adistar truly shines in consistent support and comfort through its vast platform, balanced cushion, and top-tier upper. It's a neutral shoe with hints of stability. Giving our toes room to move and breathe, it wins the best running shoe with a wide toebox.
Its toebox feels round enough to allow our toes to splay naturally, especially in the big toe area, which has an extra 2.8 mm allowance vs. average. With an additional 4.9/6.0 mm in the forefoot and heel, the wide platform enhances free movement and planted landings.
Adistar 2.0 almost feels like a stability shoe with its dual-density foam. The first layer is a velvet cushion measuring 7.1% softer than average. Meanwhile, the second layer integrates the REPETITOR+ foam — which is firmer in the heel area. Our durometer shows it’s 30.6% tougher than average.
The upper keeps our runs sweat and blister-free as we feel the air flow in and out of the shoe. We’re not surprised that it scored the highest 5/5 on our breathability test since the mesh has large ventilation holes under our microscope.
With its accommodating fit, Adistar 2.0 sacrificed weight. At a monstrous 11.6 oz (328g) vs. the 9.5 oz (268g) average, it’s like running with weights on the feet.
Pros
- Cushioned for long miles
- Supportive for a neutral shoe
- Wide platform
- Secure foothold
- Well-padded interiors
- Highly breathable
- Great for casual wear
- Value for money
- True to size
Cons
- Heavier than average
- Firm heel landings
Best speed training shoes with a wide toebox
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-21158467-main.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-21158467-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-20062763-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-2-20062765-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 cutting](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-cutting-20062764-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 microscope](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-microscope-20062768-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 smoke](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-smoke-20062766-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 light](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-light-20062767-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 upper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-upper-20068986-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 microscope](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-microscope-2-20062769-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-toebox-durability-20062770-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-toebox-durability-2-20062771-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 heel padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-heel-padding-20062861-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Heel padding durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-heel-padding-durability-20062772-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-outsole-hardness-20062866-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 outsole test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-outsole-test-20062921-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-outsole-durability-20062922-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 outsole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-outsole-20062865-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-outsole-thickness-20062923-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-weight-20062930-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-heel-stack-20062932-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-forefoot-stack-20068995-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 heel landing](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-heel-landing-20062931-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-drop-20062933-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-insole-thickness-20062934-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 foam](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-foam-20062954-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Midsole softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-midsole-softness-20062955-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Secondary foam softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-secondary-foam-softness-20062971-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Midsole softness in cold](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-midsole-softness-in-cold-20063077-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-lateral-stability-test-20063078-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-torsional-rigidity-20063079-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-heel-counter-stiffness-20063089-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-20063090-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-midsole-width-in-the-heel-20063091-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-stiffness-20063098-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Internal length](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-internal-length-20063099-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-20063100-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-20063101-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-tongue-gusset-type-20063102-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-tongue-padding-20063103-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 flap](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-flap-20063107-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-heel-tab-20063104-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-removable-insole-20063105-120.jpg)
![Adidas Adizero Boston 12 Reflective elements](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39959/adidas-adizero-boston-12-reflective-elements-20063106-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
With constrictive and uncomfortable toeboxes seemingly the norm these days when it comes to speedy shoes, the Adidas Adizero Boston 12 represents a breath of fresh air for runners with wide feet. It’s a lightning-quick speed demon of a shoe that zooms its way to the top spot as the best speed trainer with a wide toebox.
The Boston 12 features a dual-density midsole made using their Lightstirke 2.0, and Lightstrike Pro foams, the latter of which is a speedster’s dream. Scoring a durometer reading of 18.5 HA, it’s 23.5% softer than average, though that’s not what makes it special. As the foam compresses, it feels like it’s storing up potential energy for an explosive rebound that propels us forward without feeling overly springy or bouncy.
Using our calliper, we measured the toebox to be 101.9 mm wide at its widest point and 78.2 mm at the big toe. This is 3.8 mm and 1.1 mm wider than the average toebox respectively, and means that the Boston 12 should be wide enough to accommodate most foot shapes with adequate room for toe splay.
The Boston 12 favours forefoot/midfoot strikers. With its midsole measuring only 86 mm wide, it’s 4.1 mm narrower than average. This affords heel strikers much less of a landing platform than their forefoot striking counterparts. As such the shoe will feel much less stable at high speeds, especially when cornering.
Pros
- Lightstrike 2.0 brings a remarkable upgrade
- Delivers a fun ride
- Lighter than versions 10 and 11
- Handles both slow and fast paces with ease
- Wide toebox
- Durable and grippy Continental outsole
- Even more Lightstrike Pro superfoam
- Improved stability due to a broader base
- Fantastic for midfoot-to-forefoot strikers
Cons
- Upper durability falls short
- Tongue and heel could benefit from extra padding
- Heel strikers might prefer v11
Most comfortable running shoes with a wide toebox
![Adidas Ultraboost Light](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-21161585-main.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-21161585-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light 1](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-1-20242683-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light cut up](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-cut-up-20242690-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light cutting](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-cutting-20242689-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light micro 1](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-micro-1-20242693-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light smoke](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-smoke-20242691-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light light test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-light-test-20242692-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light micro 2](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-micro-2-20242694-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light toe result](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-toe-result-20242696-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light dremel toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-dremel-toe-20242695-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light heel dremel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-heel-dremel-20242697-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Heel padding durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-heel-padding-durability-20242698-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-outsole-hardness-20242699-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light dremel outsole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-dremel-outsole-20242700-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-outsole-durability-20242701-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-outsole-thickness-20242702-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-weight-20242703-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-heel-stack-20242704-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-forefoot-stack-20242705-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light run](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-run-20242706-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-drop-20242707-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-insole-thickness-20242708-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light midsole durometer](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-midsole-durometer-20242709-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light softness outdoor](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-softness-outdoor-20242710-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Midsole softness in cold](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-midsole-softness-in-cold-20242712-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-lateral-stability-test-20242713-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-torsional-rigidity-20242714-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-20242715-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-midsole-width-in-the-heel-20242716-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-stiffness-20242717-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light grip](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-grip-20242718-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-20242719-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-20242720-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Toebox feel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-toebox-feel-20242721-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Heel feel 2](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-heel-feel-2-20242734-120.jpg)
![Adidas Ultraboost Light Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-tongue-gusset-type-20242723-120.jpg)
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![Adidas Ultraboost Light tie](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-tie-20242724-120.jpg)
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![Adidas Ultraboost Light Reflective elements](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39664/adidas-ultraboost-light-reflective-elements-20242735-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
From the luxurious yet energetic midsole foam to the snug yet roomy lockdown; the Ultraboost light is truly a creature of comfort in the form of a sleek daily trainer that is easily the most comfortable wide toebox running shoe.
Pressing our durometer against the Ultraboost Light’s midsole foam gives us a positively plush reading of 15.5 HA which is 35% softer than our current lab average. This not only ensured that we enjoyed soft and protective landings during our test runs, but the proprietary Boost foam has a snappy and energetic rebound that makes the shoe feel propulsive as well as comfortable underfoot.
The Ultraboost Light is certainly a roomy shoe. Measuring the toebox at its widest point we found it to be 4.8 mm wider than average, while the area around the big toe is 4.5 mm wider than average. This means that even runners with very broad feet should be well-accommodated by this shoe.
With a high drop of 11.9 mm and a forefoot stack 4.3 mm shorter than average at 18.2 mm according to our calliper, the Ultraboost Light won’t feel nearly as comfortable underfoot to forefoot strikers compared to their heel striking counterparts.
Pros
- Cushy and responsive ride
- Good for easy runs and long distances
- Ideal for heel strikers
- Suitable for wide feet
- Effective stability elements for mild pronation
- Snug and secure lockdown
- Durable toebox and heel
- Outsole built to last
- Ready for winter runs
- Works as a comfy walking shoe
- Sustainably designed upper
Cons
- Thin forefoot cushioning
- Could be lighter
- Slippery on wet surfaces
- Not for speedwork
- Average at best breathability
Best stability running shoes with a wide toebox
![Hoka Gaviota 5](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-21208099-main.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-21208099-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-20477720-120.jpg)
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![Hoka Gaviota 5 Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-outsole-thickness-20428914-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5 Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-weight-20428936-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5 heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-heel-20455395-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5 Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-heel-stack-20428925-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5 Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-forefoot-stack-20428926-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5 drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-drop-2-20455396-120.jpg)
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![Hoka Gaviota 5 Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-midsole-width-in-the-heel-20428931-120.jpg)
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![Hoka Gaviota 5 Internal length](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-internal-length-20428933-120.jpg)
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![Hoka Gaviota 5 Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-20428935-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5 Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-tongue-gusset-type-20428932-120.jpg)
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![Hoka Gaviota 5 Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-heel-tab-20428929-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5 Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-removable-insole-20428937-120.jpg)
![Hoka Gaviota 5 Reflective elements](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40134/hoka-gaviota-5-reflective-elements-20428928-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
We searched high and low for the best stability shoe for runners with wide-foot concerns, and our lab analysis and test runs led us to Hoka’s Gaviota 5. With a forgiving fit, subtle stability features, and delightful cushioning, it gives all the support we need without sacrificing comfort.
The midsole felt unrestricted with its wider-than-average measurements of 125.1/106.6 mm. This extra space ensured our safe and sound strides. We also felt centred throughout our runs and our cut-in-half shoe reveals the H-Frame, which gently guides our foot alignment.
Gaviota 5 holds a superior blend of comfort and surefootedness by incorporating dual-density foams. The top layer is a firm 22.0 HA for enhanced stability, while the soft 12.9 HA foam absorbs impact landing.
What also keeps us refreshed is the breathable and spacious upper. Our breathability test reveals a well-ventilated 5/5 mesh material. Meanwhile, the toebox allows our natural toe splay with its 101.8 mm width that tapers gently to the 83.1 mm big toe area.
We anticipated this cushioned stability shoe to be heavy and unfortunately, it was. At 10.6 oz (299g), it proved to be somewhat burdensome during faster runs.
Pros
- Remarkably stable
- Breathable and comfortable upper
- Lightweight for its size
- Plushier than ever
- Good stability option for forefoot strikers
- Ideal for wide feet
- Excellent for long runs
Cons
- Low drop might pose issues for heel strikers
- Performs poorly in colder conditions
- Not for narrow feet
Best low drop running shoes with a wide toebox
![Altra Rivera 3 primary](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39518/altra-rivera-3-primary-21155046-main.jpg)
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![Altra Rivera 3 Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39518/altra-rivera-3-heel-stack-21155039-120.jpg)
![Altra Rivera 3 Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39518/altra-rivera-3-heel-stack-2-21155040-120.jpg)
![Altra Rivera 3 Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39518/altra-rivera-3-forefoot-stack-21155043-120.jpg)
![Altra Rivera 3 Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39518/altra-rivera-3-forefoot-stack-2-21155044-120.jpg)
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![Altra Rivera 3 Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39518/altra-rivera-3-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-2-21155836-120.jpg)
![Altra Rivera 3 Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39518/altra-rivera-3-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-21155829-120.jpg)
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![Altra Rivera 3 Laces](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39518/altra-rivera-3-laces-21158166-120.jpg)
![Altra Rivera 3 Reflective elements](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39518/altra-rivera-3-reflective-elements-21155038-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
Altra Rivera 3 truly impressed us in our test runs and lab trials, delivering a smooth and enjoyable ride at any distance and pace. Its midsole feels cushioned, responsive, and forgiving all at the same time. The roomy interior and airy build enhance a natural feel, making this daily trainer our best low-drop running shoe with a wide toebox.
Our toes were relaxed and free thanks to the generous wiggle room. The widest part stands 2.4 mm above the average and the big toe area doesn’t taper as much. This makes it more accommodating to runners with broad or swollen feet.
The midsole is pure bliss, feeling both cushioned and responsive. Our durometer shows it's 34.7% softer than average. Despite the modest stack and low 1.7 mm drop, our legs feel protected during landing impact, followed by a snappy rebound during takeoff.
Rivera 3 feels light on foot and our scales confirm it’s below the average of road-running shoes at 9.1 oz (257g). The adaptive midsole that flows freely with our movements adds to its lightness. True enough, our bend test retells this story as it emerged 20.9% more flexible than average.
However, we felt that the rear area lacked the secure lockdown we wanted as some of us experienced heel rubs during test runs.
Pros
- Great for easy runs
- Superb comfort
- Plush cushioning
- Peppy and responsive
- Flexible and forgiving ride
- Unhindered and smooth strides
- Toebox easily accommodates wide feet
- Works great as a walking shoe
- Can go sockless
Cons
- Lockdown needs a lace lock
- Laces get untied easily
- Not great for speedwork
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![Altra Lone Peak 8 Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-lateral-stability-test-21408496-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-torsional-rigidity-21408497-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-heel-counter-stiffness-21408498-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Midsole width in the forefoot caliper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-caliper-21408499-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Midsole width in the heel caliper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-midsole-width-in-the-heel-caliper-21408500-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Stiffness flex test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-stiffness-flex-test-21408494-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Stiffness foot bend](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-stiffness-foot-bend-21408495-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Lug depth caliper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-lug-depth-caliper-21408505-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 grip outdoor](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-grip-outdoor-21408506-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Toebox width at the widest part caliper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-caliper-21408501-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Toebox width at the big toe caliper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-caliper-21408502-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Toebox width at the big toe silhouette](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-silhouette-21408503-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-tongue-gusset-type-21408504-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Tongue padding caliper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-tongue-padding-caliper-21408508-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-heel-tab-21408509-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-removable-insole-21408510-120.jpg)
![Altra Lone Peak 8 Reflective elements](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40288/altra-lone-peak-8-reflective-elements-21408507-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
After thorough testing of wide-toebox running shoes, we found the Altra Lone Peak delivers the agility, stability, and grip needed for off-road adventures, ultimately leading the trail category. It gives us a high sense of control over unpredictable terrain with its minimalist, ground-sensitive build with an unrestrictive fit.
Lone Peak 8 is highly versatile because of its light 10.2 oz (288g) weight and low profile. Staying true to Altra’s core, it features an almost flat 1.4 mm heel drop which is crucial for control and ground feel. The midsole has enough cushioning for protection and gives off a nice rebound. Our durometer reveals a firm 29.3 HA foam, adding to our surefootedness.
Improving our control and comfort is the spacious toebox since it allows for our natural toe splay. Lone Peak 8 features a square-shaped toebox that tapers to the front by only 5.9% vs. the 20.1% average, providing massive real estate for wide and swollen feet.
Further boosting our confidence on loose ground and dry paths are the 3-mm lugs. Strategically patterned based on our foot anatomy, they allow bending without much resistance. True enough, it emerged 25.3% more flexible than average in our flex test, allowing us to adapt quickly. Unfortunately, we felt less confident tackling mud and wet surfaces. Those who need more grip should check alternatives.
Pros
- Responsive midsole
- Natural barefoot feeling ride
- Low to the ground and stable
- Doubles as a reliable hiking shoe
- Breathable and durable ripstop upper mesh
- Secure midfoot lockdown
- Accommodating toebox
- Generously padded and comfy
- Dries quickly
- Gaiter attachment ready
Cons
- Not so grippy in wet conditions
- Subpar outsole durability
Best budget running shoes with a wide toebox
![Adidas Runfalcon 3](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-21161571-main.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-21161571-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-20105911-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 parts](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-parts-20105910-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 cut](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-cut-20105909-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 microscope](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-microscope-20099264-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 smoke test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-smoke-test-20099261-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Breathability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-breathability-20099262-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 light](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-light-20099263-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 mesh](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-mesh-20099265-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-toebox-durability-20099253-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 dremel heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-dremel-heel-20099273-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Heel padding durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-heel-padding-durability-20099252-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-outsole-hardness-20099251-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-outsole-durability-20099245-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-outsole-durability-2-20105913-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 cutouts](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-cutouts-20105912-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-outsole-thickness-20099244-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-weight-20099243-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-heel-stack-20099242-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-forefoot-stack-20099241-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-drop-20105907-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-drop-20099240-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-insole-thickness-20099239-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 foam](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-foam-20105908-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Midsole softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-midsole-softness-20099238-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Midsole softness in cold](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-midsole-softness-in-cold-20099237-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-lateral-stability-test-20099236-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-torsional-rigidity-20099235-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-heel-counter-stiffness-20099234-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-20099233-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-midsole-width-in-the-heel-20099232-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-stiffness-20099231-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Internal length](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-internal-length-20099230-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Length](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-length-20099229-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-20099228-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-20099227-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-tongue-gusset-type-20099226-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-tongue-padding-20099225-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-removable-insole-20099224-120.jpg)
![Adidas Runfalcon 3 Reflective elements](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39918/adidas-runfalcon-3-reflective-elements-20099223-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
At only £70, the third Runfalcon offers versatility, support, and an accommodating fit for wide feet. It’s an all-rounder that suits heel-strikers best. It's great for casual runs, daily wear, and gym workouts. Based on our test runs and all the lab tests, especially the ones where we used a calliper to measure the width of the shoe, it’s the best budget running shoe with a wide toebox.
Our feet could move comfortably inside the shoe, as we measured the upper's widest part at 100.4 mm vs. the 98.0 mm average. There’s enough wiggle room for our toes with the 80.4 mm space in the big toe area. Meanwhile, the midsole offers a vast landing platform for safe and steady landings. We also discovered TPU plastic surrounding the heel for further stabilisation.
Runfalcon 3 allows us to move naturally with its non-resisting midsole. Our flex test validates it’s one of the most flexible shoes we’ve tested, being 40.8% more adaptive than average. This highlights the shoe’s versatility and explains why it's so comfy for walking and gym sessions.
The cushion feels balanced underfoot, as our durometer confirms it’s around the average. It has a 31.6 mm heel stack that dampens the landing impact of heel strikers.
On the other hand, it doesn’t offer enough cushion for forefoot and midfoot strikers. It measures 6.6 mm below average, ultimately leading to harsher landings.
Pros
- Continues to provide exceptional value at only $65
- Incredibly durable outsole
- Accommodates wide feet comfortably
- Offers a flexible ride
- Budget-friendly
- Versatile enough to serve as a gym shoe
- Provides substantial comfort for heel strikers
- More cushion than previous versions
Cons
- Lacks cushioning in the forefoot area
- Weighs more than v1 and v2
- The upper is not durable at all
Do you really need wide running shoes?
Just because it might sound like a good idea, wearing wide running shoes might not be the right thing to do. Check whether you actually need them.
You can take the insole out of the current shoe, stand on it, and see if any part of your foot hangs over the insole. If it does, you might need wider shoes.
A few other ways to tell:
- Your toes are always cramped in the toe box
- Your bunions are hurting
- Your pinkie toe is trying to escape from the toebox and might be poking a hole
- You feel pressure on the instep even when the laces are not over-tightened
- Burning sensation all over your feet because the shoes are tight all over
- The moment you put on the right-size shoes, you want to take them off because they are so tight. And sizing up isn’t helping; they are long but still tight.
If you answered one or more questions with Yes, then welcome to our guide to wide running shoes.
When shoes are too tight, you might experience different problems: from black toenails because the nails are taking all the pressure from the upper, painful corns and calluses because they need more space, to blisters and ingrown toenails.
How to recognise wide running shoes
If you need wide running shoes, look for the labels below. You can find them on the shoe box, on the shoe itself, and in the description (when buying online) as a part of a shoe name or under more details.
If you’re a man, look for 2E for wide shoes and 4E for extra wide running shoes. If you’re a woman, look for D or 2E, depending on whether you need wide or extra-wide shoes.
Width |
Men |
Women |
Narrow |
B |
2A |
Medium/Standard |
D |
B |
Wide |
2E |
D |
Extra wide |
4E |
2E |
Industry labels for different widths of running shoes
Women and men have different labels because their feet are different. Women’s heels tend to be narrower and forefoot wider.
Precise lab measurements and shoe recommendations
When it comes to the type of the upper, knit uppers are best for wide feet because they are soft and stretchy. Mesh uppers can be too harsh.
One of our tests is measuring the width of the toebox. We use a digital calliper to measure how wide the running shoe is a) at the widest part (ball of the foot) and b) at the big toe.
![toebox-widths-measurements-runrepeat-lab.jpg](/storage/uploads/Buying%20Guides/best%20running%20shoes%20for%20wide%20feet%20-%20moki/toebox-widths-measurements-runrepeat-lab.jpg)
These numbers tell us the obvious: how wide the shoe is at the toebox. However, the difference between them also tells us how much the toebox tapers. The bigger the difference, the more pointy the toebox is.
![tapering in running shoes](/storage/uploads/Buying%20Guides/best%20running%20shoes%20for%20wide%20feet%20-%20moki/tapers-a-lot-vs-a-little.jpg)
Depending on the shape of your toes, you will care more about the one width (at the ball of the foot) or the other (at the big toe). It’s up to you what you will prioritise.
For people who love it when their toes can splay, the big toe width matters more. They want the least pointy shoes. Actually, not pointy at all.
Here, we list (and automatically update) daily running shoes with the widest toeboxes.
If you’re looking for a tempo shoe with a wider toe box, here are the top 10 from our database. This table is dynamic, so if a new shoe that comes through the lab has a wide toebox, it will be here.
Although races, especially shorter ones, ask for a snug and aggressive fit, some find it too uncomfortable and maybe even painful. If that someone is you, here’s a list of the widest competition running shoes. It is automatically updated at all times.
In trail running, it’s even more important for the fit to be just right, because the terrain is uneven and ever-changing. Sliding and slipping can have more serious consequences than when running on the roads.
This also means it’s very important not to go too snug because the pressure points can become unbearable and end with blisters (best-case scenario).
Here’s our list of the widest trail running shoes at the toebox. This list is dynamic, which means whenever we test a trail shoe whose toebox is wide enough to end up here, it will.
Why is no one talking about the toebox height?
Runners whose big toes are pointing up are usually the only ones talking about the height of the toebox. Such toes can’t wait to hit the toebox ceiling and maybe even try to dig through it.
Close inspection of a knit upper
If the upper material is soft, sooner or later, a hole appears. Big toe breaks free. If the material is stiff, harsh, or maybe it has protective overlays in that spot, we’re talking about blisters, bleeding, and black toenails. To start with.
![Different heights of toeboxes in running shoes](/storage/uploads/Buying%20Guides/best%20running%20shoes%20for%20wide%20feet%20-%20moki/different-toebox-heights-wide-running-shoes.jpg)
Because of this, we pay attention to the height of the toebox. There isn’t a measurement for it, so we advise runners to:
- Look at the images of running shoes cut in half
- Try the shoes on.
Fortunately, all the shoes that we tested have been cut in half, so it’s easy to compare and understand which toebox is higher/lower.
Foot-shaped toebox: should you go for it?
In short, if you have a wide forefoot and you love it when your toes have enough room to splay, you could give it a try.
![Outsoles of foot shaped and non foot shaped running shoes](/storage/uploads/Buying%20Guides/best%20running%20shoes%20for%20wide%20feet%20-%20moki/foot-shaped-vs-non-foot-shaped-outsole.jpg)
However, the so-called foot-shaped toebox is a trademarked shape from Altra, and all Altra shoes are zero-drop.
![Foot shaped vs non foot shaped running shoe on feet](/storage/uploads/Buying%20Guides/best%20running%20shoes%20for%20wide%20feet%20-%20moki/foot-shaped-vs-non-foot-shaped-on-top-view.jpg)
This means that there’s no drop between the heel and the toes, it is 0mm. For context, beginners are advised to use running shoes with an 8-12 mm drop. Changing the drop suddenly, and especially going for the 0mm when you’ve never done it before, is not something we recommend. We wrote about this and covered many details in the Ultimate guide on the heel drop.
![running shoes and their heel drops](/storage/uploads/Buying%20Guides/best%20running%20shoes%20for%20wide%20feet%20-%20moki/wide-running-shoes-different-drops.jpg)
Although it’s called foot-shaped, there isn’t only one such shape made by the Altra, there are actually 3: original, standard, and slim. What’s great is that they are all on the wider end. The only caution here is related to the heel drop, as explained above.
When is wide too wide?
When you can’t achieve a proper and secure lockdown in your running shoes. You experience:
- Heel slipping
- Feet sliding from one side to another in the shoe
- Toes have too much wiggle room, so you feel insecure and like you’re losing grip, especially on the trails
- Changing the stride because you’re trying to compensate for a fit that is too loose which results in premature foot/leg fatigue
- Your ankles might be twisting/turning more often because the shoe isn’t locked to your foot properly.
- You’re trying to grip the ground using the toes, which results in pain and can get worse.
A fit that is too loose brings unnecessary (big) risk to your runs.