Cushioning Running Shoes Reviews

Cushioned running shoes make up one of the largest segments of the running shoe market. Most cushioned shoes fall somewhere in the middle of the spectrum of available options: more cushioning than minimal models, but without major support or corrective elements. Meant for runners that have little to no pronation, cushioned running shoes provide protection and shock absorption with little to no additional support for strong pronators or issues like exceptionally high or low arches.

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Weight
10.9 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Mizuno Wave Sky 7 was a very pleasant surprise, and an enjoyable ride. There are better shoes on the market, but this is a very solid offering and worth a look. ” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
10 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Saucony Triumph 21 is a daily trainer that can log all the miles you want to throw at it. This shoe is designed to take a pounding and make you feel comfortable the whole time, and it hits the...” Read expert review
Ruggero Loda
Founder and Publisher, Running Shoes Guru
Weight
11.8 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Adidas Switch FWD is a firm, maximalist trainer with a very unique ride. It has a 45 mm heel stack height but it doesn’t feel overly tall or unstable. While it doesn’t deliver the forward...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
8.3 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Brooks Launch 10 is a versatile daily trainer that is light enough for even those speed workouts. And at an affordable price of $110 USD it comes at a bargain. ” Read expert review
Paul Soriano
Shoe Obsessed Runner
Weight
9.87 oz.
Drop
0 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Altra Torin 7 is a quality road shoe that can do a little bit of everything. It’s light enough to go fast for a 5k race or hard track workout while also having ample cushioning to hold up...” Read expert review
Denny Krahe
Running Coach and Podcast Host.
Weight
9.7 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance SuperComp Trainer v2 is an excellent, versatile maximalist trainer which delivers a plush, energetic ride. It’s capable of recovery, easy, long runs and uptempo workouts but it feels...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
7.5 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Brooks Hyperion Max is a lightweight trainer that can handle many different types of up-tempo runs. While the shoe felt great during many tempo and long runs, it never felt fast enough for those...” Read expert review
Larry Lam
Runner with decades of experience
Weight
10 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Skechers GOrun Ride11 is an affordable daily trainer that has a very nice plush ride while still being responsive at faster paces. The sole of the shoe introduces their new midsole, HYPERBURST...” Read expert review
Paul Soriano
Shoe Obsessed Runner
Weight
11.2 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Nike ReactX InfinityRN 4 is a trainer which is well-cushioned and stable but lacks the fun factor. Its brand new ReactX midsole doesn’t deliver much energy return and it’s only suited to...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
9.4 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Hoka Mach X is an excellent new speed trainer which has a versatile ride. It shares more in common with the Rocket X 2 than the Mach 5 because it has a soft, energetic ride as a result of the...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert