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Lotto Xwift

बजटLotto

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.

₹1,682
Red Tape Pegasus / Flow+

बजटRed Tape

Pegasus / Flow+

Half-marathon racing at this price: a durable, responsive TPU midsole with a wider forefoot.

₹1,284
ASICS Gel Pulse 16

बजटASICS

Gel Pulse 16

The best budget max-cushion shoe for beginners: soft and very comfortable.

₹3,401
Adidas Duramo Speed

बजटAdidas

Duramo Speed

Racing from 100 m to 5K and 10K: light, responsive and durable.

₹2,485
Nike Vomero 18

डेली ट्रेनरNike

Vomero 18

The most fun shoe in this test, for any runner.

₹13,300
ASICS GlideRide Max 2

मैक्स कुशनASICS

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.

ASICS Sonicblast

टेम्पोASICS

Sonicblast

The Sonicblast only works for runners at 3:30 to 4:30/km, or heavy neutral runners who want a firm, stable marathon shoe. I would not recommend it at ₹17,500, and only consider it at ₹10,000 to ₹12,000 on sale.

₹17,500
ASICS Gel-Kayano 33

स्टेबिलिटीASICS

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.

₹17,000
New Balance 1080 v15

डेली ट्रेनरNew Balance

1080 v15

It is one of my top 5 long-run shoes of the year and my favourite among them. I would not pay ₹15,000 or more for any shoe, so buy it on offer; on a tighter budget the Novablast 5 at ₹10,000 gives most of the fun.

₹17,000
New Balance Fresh Foam X More v6

मैक्स कुशनNew 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.

₹15,000
ASICS Megablast

वर्सटाइल ट्रेनरASICS

Megablast

The Megablast is one of the best running shoes ever, with an explosive, springy FF Turbo Squared ride I have never felt before. It is only worth ₹23,000–24,000 if you run 2:30–5:00/km and can spare the money.

₹23,000
Sega Falcon

बजटSega

Falcon

For runners over 90 kg, no other ₹2,000 shoe in India gives this much durability and cushioning. If you weigh under 80–85 kg, avoid it completely and look at the Sega Guide instead.

₹2,049
ASICS Superblast 3

मैक्स कुशनASICS

Superblast 3

If money is no issue and you want one shoe that makes you love running, the Superblast 3 is the one I recommend. No other shoe this year gave me this much fun, though the soft exposed midsole wears quickly.

₹21,999
ASICS Gel-Kayano 32

स्टेबिलिटीASICS

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.

₹17,000
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28

मैक्स कुशनASICS

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.

₹16,999
New Balance 860 v14

स्टेबिलिटीNew 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.

₹15,000
ASICS Cumulus 27

डेली ट्रेनरASICS

Cumulus 27

One of the best shoes in the ASICS line-up for beginners and recreational runners who want a stable, durable daily trainer. At ₹8,000 to ₹8,500 I don't think any other brand matches it, but I wouldn't recommend it at the ₹12,000 to ₹13,000 retail price.

₹6,000 – ₹8,500
Lotto EnergeX

बजटLotto

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.

₹6,000
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27

मैक्स कुशनASICS

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.

₹16,000
Saucony Triumph 22

मैक्स कुशनSaucony

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.

₹20,000
Adidas Ultraboost 5

मैक्स कुशनAdidas

Ultraboost 5

The Ultraboost 5 is the most underrated max-cushion daily trainer, soft with energy return that other max-cushion shoes lack. I would not recommend it at ₹17,000–18,000, but under ₹10,000 just buy it.

₹17,000
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 26

मैक्स कुशनASICS

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.

₹16,000
Puma MagMax Nitro

मैक्स कुशनPuma

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.

₹17,000
Adidas Questar 3

बजटAdidas

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.

₹3,000 – ₹4,000
Adidas Galaxy 7

वॉकिंगAdidas

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.

ASICS Gel-Kayano 31

स्टेबिलिटीASICS

Gel-Kayano 31

After 60 km I could not find a single flaw. At the current discount price, the Kayano 31 is one of the best stability shoes on the market and I give it full marks, though I would not recommend it at retail price.

₹5,000 – ₹9,000
ASICS Superblast 2

मैक्स कुशनASICS

Superblast 2

The Superblast 2 is one of the greatest super trainers, light, balanced and with energy return, and I set every PB in it. I rate it 9/10 overall and 8/10 for my own slower profile; at around ₹15,000 it is an absolute banger.

₹22,000
New Balance 1080 v14

डेली ट्रेनरNew Balance

1080 v14

If you want Novablast-style comfort with more stability and durability, consider the 1080 v14; it will be one of the top daily trainers of 2025. Buy it with a 10 to 20% offer, not at full price.

ASICS Dynablast 4

डेली ट्रेनरASICS

Dynablast 4

After my first 10 km, the Dynablast 4 gives 60 to 80 percent of the Novablast 5 feel at a budget-friendly price. At ₹5,000 to ₹6,000 it is amazing value, but the low-feeling drop may not suit heel-striking beginners.

₹5,000 – ₹6,000
Puma ForeverRun Nitro

स्टेबिलिटीPuma

ForeverRun Nitro

After nearly 500 km, the ForeverRun Nitro is a mild stability shoe that does not feel like one, thanks to its bouncy Nitro foam. At ₹7,000–9,000 it is the best value for money.

₹16,000
Nike Winflo 11

डेली ट्रेनरNike

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.

₹6,000 – ₹8,000
Saucony Triumph 21

मैक्स कुशनSaucony

Triumph 21

After 500 km it still has the same pep, and I expect another 500 km from it. At ₹7,000 to ₹9,000 it is real value for money for anyone running six months or more who wants one non-plated shoe for everything up to the full marathon.

₹7,000 – ₹9,000
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25

मैक्स कुशनASICS

Gel-Nimbus 25

The plushness of the Nimbus 25 is something I have not found in any other shoe, and it is a joy for beginners, slow runners, heavy runners and anyone recovering from injury. At around ₹6,000 it is absolute value for money, and I give it 8 out of 10.

₹6,000 – ₹7,000
Adidas Pureboost 5

डेली ट्रेनरAdidas

Pureboost 5

The Pureboost 5 is one of the best daily trainers you can get under ₹6,000, with balanced, bouncy Light Boost that stays fun even at slow paces. Grab it under ₹6,000; it is not worth the ₹12,000 retail price.

₹12,000