ASICS covers everything from the Gel-Cumulus and Gel-Nimbus comfort trainers to the Novablast, the Superblast super trainers and the Metaspeed racers, with GT-2000 and Gel-Kayano for stability.
18 current models, ranked by their average score from published reviews (how we rank). Updated October 2026. Want a personal pick? Try the shoe finder.
A featherweight carbon racer for runners who lengthen their stride as they speed up. Bouncy and propulsive, with a softer heel and roomier fit than its predecessor.
A plateless max-stack trainer made entirely from ASICS' bounciest FF Turbo² foam. Very light for its size and great fun over long miles, but it costs as much as many race shoes.
ASICS' lightest super shoe, built on full-length FF Leap foam and a minimal three-quarter carbon plate. Remarkably light and lively, but the narrow midfoot asks for a steady, efficient stride.
A carbon-plated trail racer with FF Leap foam that rewards fast running on runnable dirt. Lower and more trail-friendly than the original, but still happiest at race effort.
A carbon-plated speed trainer that now looks like a budget Metaspeed: lower, much lighter and bouncier thanks to FF Leap foam. A versatile pick for workouts and races without the super-shoe price.
ASICS' cushioned all-round trail shoe now runs on softer FF Blast Max foam over a forefoot rock plate. Stable and comfortable on gravel and dry singletrack, but less sure-footed in mud and on wet rock.
ASICS' mid-priced stability trainer gets lighter, a little taller and noticeably bouncier. Support stays steady and unobtrusive, making it a dependable daily shoe for runners who need some guidance.
A light, low-drop trail shoe with FF Blast Plus Eco foam and 4 mm lugs that feels close to a road shoe. Quick and versatile on paths and moderate trails, but light on protection for rocky, rugged ground.
A plated super trainer that pairs FF Turbo² foam with a forked Pebax plate for a stable, rhythmic ride at tempo pace. Smoother and lighter than the original, though stiff at easy speeds.
230 g8 mm dropPlate / rodsresponsivepropulsive£170 RRP
An affordable stability trainer with a wider, more stable platform and full-length durable rubber. Predictable and comfortable for everyday runs, though the ride is more dependable than exciting.
A high-stack cruiser with FF Blast Max foam, a firm three-quarter EVA plate and a pronounced forefoot rocker. Stable, smooth and light for its height, though the ride is muted and the fit narrow.
ASICS' most cushioned shoe pairs a 48 mm FF Luxe Plus stack with a PureGEL heel, built purely for easy and recovery miles. Plush, protective and stable, but heavy, muted and pricey.
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