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
8.10 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The ASICS Roadhawk FF is a lightweight road shoe that is versatile enough to wear in just about any situation. From 5ks to marathon, speed sessions at the track to easy weekend long runs, this is a...” Read expert review
Denny Krahe
Running Coach and Podcast Host.
Weight
11.30 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Brooks Levitate is a new trainer, and the first by Brooks to use their DNA AMP midsole. The shoe promises to give ‘endless energy’ to the runner due to the new midsole material but falls short...” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert
Weight
9.5 oz.
Drop
4.5 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Hoka One One Speedgoat 2 is a superbly well cushioned trail running shoe with great traction and a locked down fit. This shoe is made for the ultra distances over technical and rocky...” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
10.40 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Reebok Harmony Road is a reliable daily trainer designed to handle high mileage while providing a supremely comfortable and responsive ride day after day.  This shoe runs true to size...” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach
Weight
8.20 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Reebok Floatride Run is a neutral daily trainer that introduces unique design choices into a lightweight assembly that offers runners a comfortable and secure ride.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
8.60 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Saucony Zealot ISO 3 is a plush cushioned neutral trainer that comes in at a light weight and improves on the already successful Zealot line.  By dropping the weight of the Zealot ISO 2...” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert
Weight
8.4 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance FuelCore Sonic has all the makings of a solid trainer for logging big miles, a firm responsive midsole, beefy outsole, and durable upper with a great fit.  The Boa lacing...” Read expert review
Lionello Bardina
Running Expert
Weight
9.80 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Saucony Ride 10 is a daily neutral trainer which can log the miles you want. The lightweight offering is ready to push the pace.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
oz.
Drop
12 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Brooks Ghost 10 is a daily neutral trainer that can take a beating and delivers a comfortable run every time. Priced well, and designed for all neutral runners, this is a "go-to" shoe.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
11.10 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Cumulus 19 is an ever-reliable daily trainer and long-run shoe that will last mile after mile. However, the shoe’s weight and stiffness are not ideal for faster workouts such as intervals...” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach