Shoe ReviewsWalking
56 shoes reviewed
BudgetAsian
Hypercushion Carbon 07
An excellent walk/jog shoe up to 5 km: durable and one of the lightest here.
BudgetNike
Downshifter 14
The best Nike for run/walk up to 5–10 km: the most durable, value-for-money Nike.
BudgetLotto
Xwift
Max cushioning like a budget ASICS Gel-Nimbus: the softest shoe in this list. Want it lighter? The Lotto EnergeX has a similar profile, is 20 g lighter and has a more breathable upper.
BudgetASICS
Excite 10
The best beginner shoe at this price: a firm heel counter, plush heel padding, a comfy upper and decent arch support.
BudgetASICS
Gel Pulse 16
The best budget max-cushion shoe for beginners: soft and very comfortable.
BudgetAdidas
Duramo Speed
Racing from 100 m to 5K and 10K: light, responsive and durable.
BudgetSega
Nobel Pro
The best budget racing shoe from 100 m to 5K and 10K, with one of the most responsive midsoles at this price.
BudgetCult
Quasar
A soft, well-designed beginner shoe that covers all the basics. Only durability holds it back.
Daily trainerNew Balance
Fresh Foam X Ellipse
The best pick for run-club runs and short 5 to 15 km runs.
Daily trainerAdidas
Supernova Rise 3
The best pick for beginners running 5 km to 21 km.
Daily trainerNew Balance
880 v15
A stable and durable workhorse.
Daily trainerNike
Pegasus 42
The definition of a workhorse, with a responsive Air Zoom unit.
Daily trainerNike
Vomero 18
The most fun shoe in this test, for any runner.
Daily trainerASICS
Cumulus 28
The most comfortable, structured shoe in this test, for short runs.
WalkingSkechers
Glide-Step
The Glide-Step is a very well-built, durable shoe for all-day walking and standing, but I am not satisfied with it for running at ₹12,000. It is heavy, stiff, hot and has no real rocker.
TempoASICS
Hyper Speed 6
At ₹4,000 to ₹5,000 the Hyper Speed 6 is the best lightweight versatile workout shoe and I highly recommend it. At its ₹10,000 retail price I would not recommend it, because there are much better plated options.
Max cushionASICS
GlideRide Max 2
It is a firm, very stable rocker shoe for heavy runners who find the Nimbus too soft, fast runners who like a firm long-run shoe, and walking or plantar fasciitis. It is not built for my profile, it gave me no energy at my paces, and I would not buy it again at ₹17,000 to ₹18,000.
Versatile trainerAdidas
ZenBoost+
A light, comfortable versatile shoe that performed better than I expected, from slow runs to 3:30/km and races up to the half marathon. But ₹10,000 is expensive for India, and it gives no stability.
StabilityASICS
Gel-Kayano 33
This became my favourite Kayano of all the ones I have tested, and at ₹17,000 it is one of the safest full marathon shoes in India for most runners. Very heavy runners and severe overpronators who dislike soft foam should stick with the Kayano 32.
WalkingAdidas
Supernova Ease 2
I would not recommend this shoe for running at all, and launching it at ₹10,000 is highway robbery. Buy it only as a premium walking shoe, and for running spend about ₹1,000 more on a proper trainer like the Supernova Rise 3.
Max cushionNew Balance
Fresh Foam X More v6
For walking, long hours of standing, slow jogging, heavy runners, people with knee or hip pain and older people, nothing under ₹10,000 beats it. If you want energy return and fast running, forget it.
BudgetASICS
Excite 11
The Excite 11 is a plusher, more protective beginner shoe than the Excite 10, and worth it at around ₹3,000 to ₹3,500. At ₹5,000, spend a little more on a Nimbus 27 or another shoe that gives far better value.
Versatile trainerASICS
Versablast 4
The Versablast 4 is one of the most disappointing ASICS shoes this year because the midsole feels completely dead. I would not recommend it for running at ₹5,000, only as a walking shoe for lighter people or for running at ₹2,000 to ₹3,500.
WalkingSega
Rewell
For ₹1,500, no one makes a more durable, walking-friendly and beginner-friendly shoe. It is a 10/10 for office goers, walkers and all-day standing, and an 8/10 for beginner runners, held back by a tight, hot upper.
StabilityASICS
GT-1000 14
The GT-1000 14 is far better than the last version and a soft, comfortable mild-stability shoe for walking and beginners, but it is not worth ₹10,000. Buy the GT-2000 14 or another option instead, or wait until it drops to ₹4,000–5,000.
StabilityASICS
Gel-Kayano 32
The Kayano 32 is top quality in every way and its guidance felt like it laid a flat road for my foot. But for my weight and moderate overpronation it was too much shoe for ₹17,000, and I would buy the GT-2000 14 or 13 instead.
BudgetElevar
Arc Racer
At ₹4,000 I would buy it with my eyes closed for beginners, slow runners, walking and all-day standing. Just get the size right, because the fit is its one big letdown.
Max cushionASICS
Gel-Nimbus 28
For heavy beginners, walk-runners and recovery days, it is one of the most comfortable shoes in the world. With ₹17,000 in hand I would not buy it again: I'd buy a discounted Nimbus 27 and a lighter daily trainer.
BudgetUS Polo Assn
Sport RunPro
The foam is dead and the plate is cheap plastic, so I would not recommend it to serious runners even at ₹3,000 to ₹4,500. It only suits light, slow, occasional runners who want a fashionable shoe.
BudgetCult
Nebula
For ₹2,000 the Nebula does the job: very soft, wide and stable, great for walking and slow runs. It is for runners under 75 kg running slower than 6 min/km and up to about 10 km, not for serious runners.
WalkingRed Tape
Cloud-Style Walking Shoe
I would not recommend these for running, but as trendy walking and casual shoes under ₹1,500 they are worth every penny.
WalkingAdidas
AeroVortexGlide
At ₹2,000 this is an Adidas I really like for absolute beginners who want one shoe for walking, gym, occasional jogging and casual wear. It is not for serious runners, and I place it at B-, between B and C.
WalkingYoho
ZeroHour AeroWeave
I would recommend it only as a walking shoe with occasional jogging. As a running shoe I doubt its durability, and the Lotto Arrow Step is a better pick at the same price.
WalkingTen x You
Aeonic Recovery
The design and materials are top notch for ₹6,000, but the midsole feels flat and dead and the shoe weighs 390 g, so I would not recommend it for running. I am returning it; buy it only for walking and casual wear.
StabilityNew Balance
860 v14
The 860v14 is one of the best shoes for flat feet and overpronation, and for me it beat the Kayano with extra bounce and stability. I give it 9 out of 10 overall, and at ₹6,000–9,000 it is a highly recommended buy.
WalkingAsian
Hypercushion 06
Please do not buy the Hypercushion 06 for running. The midsole is a cheap, dead foam that does not protect you from impact, so use it only for walking or casual wear.
BudgetRed Tape
Comfort Walk
For about ₹1,200 this is one of the best shoes I have found for beginner running, indoor sports, gym and casual wear, with a foam I really liked. Just check the forefoot width and expect the outsole to wear.
BudgetLotto
EnergeX
The EnergeX surprised me more than almost any shoe this year. For under ₹2,000 it is a top pick for beginners, heavier runners, slow runners, walkers and people on their feet all day, but not for fast running.
BudgetRed Tape
Arrow Pro
The Red Tape Arrow Pro is a well-built budget stability shoe for beginners with flat feet or overpronation who walk and jog up to 10–15 km. Under ₹1,500 it is worth the money, but it is not a springy long-run shoe.
WalkingAbros
Scorch
This is the worst shoe I have run in recently. It gives neither impact protection nor energy return, so I will not recommend it for running, only for walking or casual wear.
Max cushionNike
Vomero Plus
One of my top three max-cushion daily trainers of 2025; I couldn't find any problem with it for its purpose. It's expensive at ₹16,000, and it suits runners at 5 to 6 min/km, not slow, heavy or unstable runners.
Max cushionASICS
Gel-Nimbus 27
A premium, highly protective max-cushion shoe for beginners, heavy runners and long distances, and one of my top three max-cushion daily trainers. ₹16,000 is too expensive, but at around ₹11,000 I'd pick it over the 26 without a second thought.
WalkingNike
Quest 6
The midsole disappointed me: firm, with no softness or energy return. Buy it only under ₹5,000, as a good-looking, durable Nike for walking and casual jogging, not for serious running.
BudgetAdidas
Duramo Speed 2
If you want an Evo SL-like shoe under ₹5,000, this is your only option. It is an amazing, versatile trainer for beginners to marathoners, and if you find it under ₹5,000, buy it.
BudgetAdidas
Duramo SL 2
The Duramo SL 2 surprised me and is one of the budget shoes I liked most this year. Under ₹3,500 it is a great pick for beginners and also a durable walking shoe.
Max cushionSaucony
Triumph 22
I was disappointed, because the PEBA blend made it plush but not at all energetic, and it lost the versatility of the Triumph 21. For heavy runners, beginners, slow marathoners and walkers it is a durable, premium shoe, and at around ₹8,000 you can buy it without thinking.
WalkingNike
Journey Run
I would not recommend the Journey Run for running, for serious runners or beginners, because the foam is firm and gave me knee and hip pain. It is a stable, durable walking and casual shoe, worth it only around ₹3,000 to ₹4,000.
BudgetNike
Revolution 8
The Revolution 8 is light, breathable and good-looking, but as a running shoe I would not recommend it, and ₹8,000 is far too much. Consider it only under ₹3,000 if you are light, have narrow feet and no back problems.
Max cushionASICS
Gel-Nimbus 26
I would not recommend it at ₹16,000, but at the ₹8,000 sale price I know of no other shoe this soft, protective, durable and premium. The snug, low toe box is its one major flaw.
Max cushionPuma
MagMax Nitro
The MagMax is one of the most comfortable shoes I tested this year and a protective max-cushion shoe for slow, easy running, scoring 38/50. If you get it for ₹12,000, close your eyes and buy it.
StabilitySaucony
Tempus 2
The Tempus 2 is the softest stability shoe I have tried, light and versatile, and at ₹7,000 to ₹9,000 one of the best value stability options. Avoid it if you are a neutral runner or have high arches.
BudgetAdidas
Questar 3
The Questar 3 surprised me with its soft, protective ride and premium-feeling upper, a step up from the Galaxy 7. It suits beginners and heavier beginners running slowly up to 10 km, but only at ₹3,000 to ₹3,500, not at retail.
WalkingAdidas
Galaxy 7
For beginners on a tight budget who walk or run 2 to 5 km, it is one of the options if you find it under ₹2,000. Avoid it for fast running, high mileage, wet roads or if you need soft cushioning.
StabilityASICS
GT-1000 13
The GT-1000 13 does its job for light, beginner runners who slightly overpronate, and it is a great walking shoe, but the midsole did not protect me well. I would not buy it at retail, only at around ₹4,000–4,500.
Daily trainerNike
Winflo 11
It is a good-looking, stable shoe for walking and slow running on narrow to moderate feet, but there is no bounce or energy return. I would not recommend it at ₹6,000–8,000; at around ₹5,000 you can try it.
StabilityASICS
GT-2000 13
For me the GT-2000 13 is the best lightweight moderate-stability shoe on the market and one of the best shoes under ₹6,000. Beginners and flat-footed runners under 85 kg can buy it with their eyes closed, as long as they size up for the snug forefoot.