Best value for money running shoes 2024

It's a very striking and recurrent claim, but it works: "It's not always the most expensive running shoe that has to be the best". Hence, the reason for this particular list of the best value-for-money running shoes. It makes sense because with so much choice on the market, sifting through the list and making the right purchase is not always an easy task. But we're going to help you with the ones we think are the best for 2024, for the most reasonable price.

Our selection of the best running shoes quality / price ratio

Before you opt for a model to run in particular, one of the positive aspects of this selection that we have prepared for you from RUNNEA, as it could not be otherwise, is that each of the chosen models has a really restrained price, so you are not forced to invest a lot of money to enjoy those running shoes that best fit your profile of popular runner.

Whether you are a beginner runner or a more experienced runner, the premise is valid for both profiles: Choose the running shoe that best suits your needs as an athlete. It is clear that the price is one of the variables that have more weight when buying one or another model, and it is something that we do not ignore, so these 13 selected running shoes have an affordable price, and also optimal performance for you to run with the best material to achieve your training goals.

1. New Balance Fuelcell Propel v4
2. New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12
3. Nike Pegasus 40
4. Joma R2000
5. HOKA Clifton 9
6. Puma Velocity Nitro 2
7. Mizuno Wave Rider 26
8. Adidas Adizero Boston 12
9. Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

New Balance Fuelcell Propel v4

One of the best running shoes from New Balance with an excellent value for money is undoubtedly the New Balance Fuelcell Propel v4, a shoe concept that could be defined as an entry to speed or mixed running shoe, ideal for quality training at a variety of paces providing us with comfort and convenience in running.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 6 mm
• Pace: Medium, High

New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12

One of the best shoes of last year. Very comfortable, with great cushioning, with some dynamism in case you need to tighten and perfect for all distances, even marathon. For runners of any weight looking for lots of cushioning and maximum comfort during the race. With New Balance you rarely fail if you are looking for comfort.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: High
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: Low, Medium

Nike Pegasus 40

One of the most outstanding running shoes of the 2023 season is the Nike Pegasus 40, one of the best-selling shoes of the North American multinational. It is a very versatile daily training shoe, for all types of distances, and also allows you to move at more dynamic rhythms.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 10 mm
• Pace: Medium

Joma R2000

The new Joma R2000 is one of the most complete and versatile running shoes from Joma and also has one of the best value for money among shoes with similar characteristics to those of the Spanish company.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Mixed
• Cushion: Neutral, High
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 10 mm
• Pace: High

HOKA Clifton 9

The new HOKA Clifton 9 is the latest novelty in terms of daily training running shoes of the brand and one of the great references as it stands out for its combination of cushioning, softness and lightness in our daily workouts. The new version maintains the essence of the family, but also with very significant changes.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral, High
• Running gait: Neutral, Supination
• Drop: 5 mm
• Pace: Medium, High
• Weight: 250 gr

Puma Velocity Nitro 2

The Puma Velocity Nitro 2 keeps being a very well balanced daily training shoe, being able to offer all the reliability you need in each stride. Aimed at neutral runners and mild pronators. A running shoe that performs and responds from the first to the last kilometer over all distances. In large part, thanks to the combination of materials in its unique midsole with standard EVA and nitrogen infusion. The result: a well-cushioned stride, but one that doesn't give up agile and dynamic performance for every kilometer.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 10 mm
• Pace: Medium, High
• Weight: 288H/240M

Mizuno Wave Rider 26

The Mizuno Wave Rider 26 belongs to one of the most emblematic and versatile asphalt running shoes of the Japanese brand. In version number 26 the shoe model has been reformulated, achieving a more modern aesthetic appearance, and focusing on greater comfort in the race without losing that extra speed when the runner needs it.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral, High
• Running gait: Neutral, Supination
• Drop: 12 mm
• Pace: Low, Medium
• Weight: 291 (9,5 USA)

Adidas Adizero Boston 12

The adidas Adizero Boston 12 is a shoe that integrates the Energy Rods for those quick workouts or series but also allows us to participate in competitions with guaranteed success on asphalt. The shoe features the best technologies of the German multinational.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 7 mm
• Pace: High

Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

The Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 is probably the most versatile model of the American company. A shoe with a large number of followers due to its good response both in training at fast paces and in long runs. It is an alternative and more economical option than the range of shoes with carbon plate as it includes a nylon plate that makes it a fast and responsive model.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: High
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: High
• Weight: 229 gr

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