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
7.9 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“This shoe is perfect for daily training, and light enough to be worn for racing. The ultra-lightweight frame combined with maximum cushion strikes a perfect balance between form and function...” Read expert review
Sean Felty
Long Distance Runner, Neutral Shoe Expert
Weight
9.4 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“While at first they felt stiff and awkward to run in they improved with every run, and have grown into my favorite shoes for logging easy road miles in. And they seem to possess more than enough...” Read expert review
Lionello Bardina
Running Expert
Weight
11.4 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“A solid choice for runners wanting a premium soft cushioned long run shoe.” Read expert review
Jim Coulson
Fast Road and Trail Runner. Career Firefighter.
Weight
10.6 oz. (men) 8.9 oz. (women) oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Cumulus returns with a 16th version that is not only lighter, but has a few improvements that have enhanced the shoes already well cushioned and smooth ride. A great neutral shoe for the high...” Read expert review
Jim Coulson
Fast Road and Trail Runner. Career Firefighter.
Weight
10.4 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Puma Faas 1000 is an everyday trainer that is built on maximum cushioning! The Faas 1000 provides a smooth, stable ride throughout the entire foot strike. The weakness of this shoe is aesthetic...” Read expert review
Travis Trampe
Running Expert
Weight
9.5 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The 880v4 is a lightweight cushioning shoe with a 12mm heel to toe drop. This shoe performs well on both pavement and trails while providing substantial cushioning in a neutral package.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
9.1 oz (men's size 9) 8.1 oz (women's size 8) oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance Fresh Foam 980 uses a new foam technology to produce excellent cushioning, protective enough for all types of running, in a lightweight package.” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
10.8 oz (men's size 9) 9.5 oz (women's size 8) oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Triumph 11 is a full featured shoe with great cushioning in the same vein as the Asics Kayano and Brooks Glycerin.” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
12.16 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“A shoe for heavy runners” Read expert review
Christian Langenegger
Running Expert
Weight
7.5 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Brooks PureConnect 3 improves an already amazing PureConnect shoe with a redesigned upper which will accommodate a wider foot type.” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester