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Lace up, hit the ground, and let the latest shoes of the year drive you towards new goals and PB’s – one step at a time.
Step into the future of running with the latest styles, colours, and tech for 2025
We're spoiled for choice when it comes to running shoes , and every year, they just keep getting better.
While there's no one-size-fits-all shoe, there are category recommendations based on your running style, foot type, terrain, preferred 'feel' and key running shoe features. So to help you find the perfect pair, we've put together a tried and tested roundup worth the consideration.
Below you'll find running shoes for everyday runs, trail runs and marathon racing, as well as shoes that are lightweight, versatile and bring the most value. For the overpronators, there are shoes in here for you too.
And don't worry, we will continue to keep this list updated as new shoes drop throughout the year.
Want to know more about how to choose the right running shoe for you? Check out our guide here.
ON Cloudmonster 2
Best Daily Trainer
Key Features:
- Biggest-ever CloudTec®for massive cushioning with every step
- Powerful Speedboard®for huge energy return
- Forward-rolling, effortless momentum
- Super-soft landings with Helion™ superfoam
Honourable Mentions: NB 1080 V14, Asics Nimbus 27
ShopPUMA Mag Max Nitro
BEST RECOVERY SHOE
Key Features:
- A plush upper construction with mesh and the deluxe knitted tongue for a luxurious fit
- Thick stack of Puma NITRO™ foam for plush, propulsive cushioning – perfect for tired legs
- PUMAGRIP traction protects foam and creates a grippy feeling on ground contact
Honourable Mentions: Hoka Bondi 9, BROOKS Ghost Max 2
ShopASICS Novablast 5
LIGHTWEIGHT DAILY TRAINER
Key Features:
- FF BLAST™ MAX cushioning … long runs as it is on tempo days
- Trampoline-inspired outsole design … responsive bounce back
- AHAR™ LO outsole rubber … traction and durability
Honourable Mentions: Nike Vomero 18, Hoka Rincon 4
ShopPuma Magnify Nitro 2
BEST VALUE (<$220)
Key Features:
- Engineered knit upper with PWRTAPE for support
- NITRO™ midsole for explosive cushioning
- PUMAGRIP outsole for lasting traction
Honourable Mentions: Asics Dynablast 5, Adidas Adizero SL2
ShopASICS Superblast 2
BEST SUPERTRAINER
Key Features:
- Light mesh upper keeps feet cool
- FF BLAST PLUS ECO + FF TURBO PLUS foams
- Trampoline outsole boosts bounce
- AHARPLUS rubber enhances durability
Honourable Mentions: Mizuno Neo Vista, Brooks Glycerin Max
ShopBrooks Hyperion Max 2
BEST TEMPO TRAINER
Key Features:
- RapidRoll rocker with internal SpeedVault plate
- DNA Flash v2: soft, light, responsive
- Higher stack for softer landings
- Durable rubber outsole
Honourable Mentions: Nike Zoom Fly 6, Adidas Boston 12
ShopAdidas Adios Pro 4
BEST MARATHON RACING SHOE
Key Features:
- Double layer Lightstrike Pro for bounce
- ENERGYRODS 2.0: Fast carbon transitions
- Conti + LIGHTTRAXION outsole: lightweight grip
Honourable Mentions: Asics Metaspeed Sky, ON Cloudboom Strike
ShopNIKE Vaporfly 3
MOST VERSATILE TRAINER & RACER
Key Features:
- Carbon plate for snap + speed
- ZoomX midsole foam boost
- Waffle outsole: grippy and light
Honourable Mentions: NB SC Elite v4, Hoka Rocket x2
ShopAsics Kayano 31
BEST STABILITY SHOE
Key Features:
- Rearfoot PureGEL and FF BLAST PLUS ECO foam
- 4D Guidance System corrects stride
- ASICSGRIP outsole for traction
Honourable Mentions: NB 860 v14, Puma Forverrun 2
ShopSalomon Genesis
BEST OVERALL TRAIL SHOE
Key Features:
- All Terrain Contragrip outsole
- Energyfoam for bounce
- Quicklace system
Honourable Mentions: Altra Lone Peak 9+, Adidas Terrex Anylander
ShopAsics Venture 10
BEST VALUE TRAIL SHOE
Key Features:
- Great for outdoor-to-city transitions
- AMPLIFOAM™ + rearfoot GEL™ = comfort
- Hybrid traction outsole
Honourable Mentions: NB Nitrel v6, Nike Pegasus Trail 5
ShopNew Balance 880v15
BEST MODEL UPDATE
Key Features:
- Fresh Foam X cushioning
- NDurance blown rubber outsole
- One-piece engineered mesh upper
- PLR-6 last fits foot naturally
Honourable Mentions: Nike Pegasus Plus, Brooks Glycerin 22
ShopLace up, hit the ground running, and let the latest shoes of the year drive you towards new goals and PB’s – one step at a time.