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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.
BEST DAILY TRAINER – ON Cloudmonster 2
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
ShopBEST RECOVERY SHOE – PUMA Mag Max Nitro
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
ShopLIGHTWEIGHT DAILY TRAINER – ASICS Novablast 5
Key Features:
- FF BLAST™ MAX cushioning feels light and propulsive underfoot, as good on long runs as it is on tempo days
- Trampoline-inspired outsole design creates a more responsive and energetic bounce back
- AHAR™ LO outsole rubber help create better traction, improved softness, and advanced durability
Honourable Mentions: Nike Vomero 18, Hoka Rincon 4
ShopBEST VALUE (<$220) – Puma Magnify Nitro 2
Key Features:
- Airy engineered knit upper with PWRTAPE layers for zones of support and containment
- Puma NITRO™ midsole features NITRO™gen-infused foam to provide explosive energy return
- PUMAGRIP Outsole features a super-durable compound, delivering multi-surface traction
Honourable Mentions: Asics Dynablast 5, Adidas Adizero SL2
ShopBEST SUPERTRAINER – ASICS Superblast 2
Key Features:
- Light and airy engineered mesh upper helps feet stay cool and comfortable on long runs
- Midsole combines FF BLAST PLUS ECO and FF TURBO PLUS performance foams for a super-light and bouncy running experience
- Outsole draws inspiration from trampoline design to elevate bounce back
- AHARPLUS heel plug rubber improves durability
Honourable Mentions: Mizuno Neo Vista, Brooks Glycerin Max
ShopBEST TEMPO TRAINER – Brooks Hyperion Max 2
Key Features:
- RapidRoll rocker works with the internal SpeedVault plate to propel runners forward, providing quick, smooth transitions
- Nitrogen Infused DNA Flash v2 cushioning feels soft, light and responsive for a fast, fun running sensation
- Higher stack height midsole provides extra protection and a softer feeling underfoot
- Rubber outsole for traction and durability
Honourable Mentions: Nike Zoom Fly 6, Adidas Boston 12
ShopBEST MARATHON RACING SHOE – Adidas Adios Pro 4
Key Features:
- Double layered Lightstrike Pro midsole ensures, smooth energy returning cushioning
- Carbon Infused ENERGYRODS 2.0 enhance ride efficiency with fast, snappy transitions
- A new rocker point provides improved running efficiency, preserving runners energy
- Outsole combines Continental rubber and LIGHTTRAXION for lightweight, no-slip traction
Honourable Mentions: Asics Metaspeed Sky/Edge, ON Cloudboom Strike
ShopMOST VERSATILE TRAINER & RACER – NIKE Vaporfly 3
Key Features:
- Full-length Carbon Fibre in the midsole creates a stiffer, snappier sensation, to get feet back of the ground quicker
- Thick, springy stacks of ZoomX foam unlock extra energy
- ZoomX foam stretches out the back of the shoe to create a more stable and supportive ride
- Waffle inspired outsole is thinner and features perforations to make the shoes lighter without sacrificing traction or durability
Honourable Mentions: NB SC Elite v4, Hoka Rocket x2
ShopBEST STABILITY SHOE – Asics Kayano 31
Key Features:
- Rearfoot PureGEL technology creates a softer landing zone, reducing strain on your joints
- FF BLAST PLUS ECO foam delivers cloud-like comfort underfoot, and energises your stride with its rebound
- 4D Guidance System in the midsole utilises midsole geometry, the cushioning technology and the lateral guidance line to help steady runners stride
- Hybrid ASICSGRIP outsole improves grip for steady traction
Honourable Mentions: New Balance 860 v14, Puma Forverrun 2
ShopBEST OVERALL TRAIL SHOE – Salomon Genesis
Key Features:
- All Terrain Contragrip outsole is built for traction on the widest variety of surfaces for durability and confidence across trail runs
- Lightweight, springy Energyfoam delivers long-lasting cushioning and bouncy return for a fluid ride
- Quicklace system allow the shoes to be secured quickly with a single pull
Honourable Mentions: Altra Lone Peak 9+, Adidas Terrex Anylander
ShopBEST VALUE TRAIL SHOE – Asics Venture 10
Key Features:
- Its functionality has been strategically designed for when you're shifting from the outdoors to city streets
- The midsole is formed with AMPLIFOAM™ cushioning and rearfoot GEL™ technology to help create a softer and more comfortable feel underfoot.
- Meanwhile, the outsole features an advanced traction pattern that's functional for the road and trail surfaces
Honourable Mentions: New Balance Nitrel v6, Nike Pegasus Trail 5
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.