Best super trainers 2026
Super trainers use the bouncy foams from race shoes in a more durable, stable package. One pair can handle long runs, tempo work and even races.
13 current models, newest first. Updated October 2026. Want a personal pick? Try the shoe finder.
-
Saucony
Endorphin Speed 6
The super trainer that defined the category gets more foam and a total redesign: lighter, bouncier and more fun.
230 g8 mm dropNylon platebouncypropulsive -
New Balance
SuperComp Rebel
A brand-new plated super trainer replacing the SC Trainer. Outside named it the best 2026 speed-workout shoe.
240 g6 mm dropPlate / rodspropulsivebouncy -
HOKA
Skyward X 2
A plated max-cushion cruiser for long, easy miles: huge stack, smooth roll and a gentle carbon assist.
320 g5 mm dropCarbon platebouncyrocker -
On
Cloudmonster 3 Hyper
Helion HF super-foam makes this the most cushioned, most responsive Cloudmonster: built for big mileage.
255 g6 mm dropPlate / rodsbouncypropulsive -
PUMA
Deviate Nitro 4
An accessible, durable carbon-plated trainer that can genuinely be your one-shoe solution.
250 g8 mm dropCarbon platepropulsivebouncy -
adidas
Adizero Boston 13
Glass-fibre EnergyRods and Lightstrike Pro make this a versatile, durable trainer for long runs with pace.
260 g6 mm dropPlate / rodspropulsiveresponsive -
ASICS
Megablast
ASICS' most energetic trainer, with a full slab of its race-grade foam. Featherlight for its size, wildly lively, and a favourite in 2026 test rankings.
230 g8 mm dropbouncylight -
ASICS
Superblast 3
A plateless super trainer with a mountain of FF Turbo foam. Light, energetic and absurdly versatile: many testers' one shoe to do it all.
235 g8 mm dropbouncylight -
Brooks
Hyperion Max 4
Brooks' race-training shoe: light, snappy and built to make workouts and long efforts feel easier.
245 g8 mm dropPlate / rodsresponsivepropulsive -
HOKA
Mach X 3
A PEBA-plated super trainer that blends Mach liveliness with race-day propulsion.
265 g5 mm dropPlate / rodspropulsivebouncy -
Kiprun
Kipstorm Tempo
A towering, plate-free trainer with springy TPU foam for long runs and tempo days, at a very fair price.
245 g8 mm dropbouncystable -
Mizuno
Neo Vista 2
Running Warehouse's best super trainer for long distances: designed to take strain off the legs.
260 g8 mm dropPlate / rodsbouncypropulsive -
Nike
Zoom Fly 6
A carbon-plated trainer with ZoomX: the closest thing to a Vaporfly you can train in every week.
255 g8 mm dropCarbon platepropulsivefirm
Not sure which one is right for you?
The shoe finder checks every current shoe against how you run and shows your two best matches.