Running Accessories
ProFoot Heel Lifts: A Simple Fix for Achilles-Friendly Running in Low Drop Shoes
An inexpensive, well-fitting heel lift that adds 8 to 10mm of heel height to low drop shoes and helps take stress off the Achilles tendon.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 408 / 805
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Stationery
Prow Dorit Pen Case and Pen Holder Review: Premium Italian Leather Stationery From Japan
Two hand-finished leather accessories from Iwate-based Prow: a stand-capacity pen case and a single-pen holder, with honest notes on what fits and what does not.
Stationery
PROWS Grid Note Cover Review: A Leather Notebook Cover With an Almost Seamless Fit
Minerva Box leather, a clever seam technique, and a fit that hugs your notebook closely. Our hands-on review of the PROWS Grid Note Cover.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 2 After 100 Miles: A Long-Term Look at Puma's Standout Daily Trainer
One hundred miles in, Puma's dual-foam daily trainer with a carbon composite plate still delivers a comfortable, springy ride with plenty of life left in it.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 2 vs Hoka Mach X: Two Plated Super Trainers, One Clear Winner
Two plated trainers with similar specs on paper but very different rides. We compare stack, foam, grip and pace to see which one deserves a spot in your rotation.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 2 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 3: Which Plated Trainer Wins?
Two snappy plated trainers with similar stack heights and prices. We compare ride feel, updates, traction, and value to help you pick.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 2 and Four Plated Trainer Alternatives Worth Knowing
The Deviate Nitro 2 remains one of the most versatile plated trainers on sale, but four rivals cover different needs. Here is how they compare.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 3 vs Rivals: Four Plated Trainers Compared
The Deviate Nitro 3 goes up against the Adidas Boston 12, Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 and the Kailu Run K D900 X LD to see which plated trainer deserves your money.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 3 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 vs ASICS Magic Speed 4: Best Tempo Trainer Compared
Three of the best tempo and workout shoes in running right now, compared on foam setup, plate feel, ride character, and price.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 4 vs Adidas Adizero Evo SL Woven: Two Speed Trainers, One Clear Choice
A head-to-head look at two of the most talked-about plated daily trainers, covering comfort, geometry, grip, weight, and which shoe belongs in your rotation.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 4 vs ASICS Mega Blast: Two Super Trainers, Two Philosophies
A close comparison of the Puma Deviate Nitro 4 and the ASICS Mega Blast, covering ride feel, uppers, speed capability, and which shoe fits which kind of training.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 4 vs the Competition: Four Super Trainers Compared
The Puma Deviate Nitro 4 goes head to head with the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5, Nike Zoomfly 6, and Adidas Adizero Boston 13 to find the best versatile performance trainer.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro 4 vs the Tempo Shoe Competition: A Softer, More Versatile DV8
The Puma Deviate Nitro 4 reworks its foam and geometry into a less aggressive, more versatile tempo trainer. How it stacks up against the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 and Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite at 100km: A Midpoint Review of Puma's Carbon Racer
After 100 kilometers of intervals and steady running, the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite shows a forgiving, less aggressive carbon-plated ride with impressively durable grip and foam.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 2 Review: A Carbon Racer That Does a Bit of Everything
Puma's most versatile carbon racing shoe trades some top-end punch for grip, comfort, and value across 5K to marathon.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3 After 100 Miles: Still One of the Best Value Super Shoes
A 100-mile look at the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3: upper comfort, soft Nitro Elite foam, durable grip, and a price that undercuts most rivals.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3 vs Fast-R Nitro Elite 2: Which Carbon Racer Should You Buy?
Puma's two top carbon racing shoes share the same new foam and stack height but deliver very different rides. Here is how they compare and which suits your running style.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4 vs the Competition: Five Carbon Racers Compared
The Deviate Nitro Elite 4 goes head to head with the Deviate Nitro Elite 3, Fast R3, Mizuno Hyperwarp Elite, and Asics Meta Speed Sky Tokyo to find the best carbon racer for 2026.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4 Review: A Lighter, More Approachable Carbon Racer
Puma's fourth-generation carbon racing shoe trims weight, keeps the comfortable ride, and may be the smarter marathon pick over the Fast-R 3.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite: A Real Marathon Super Shoe Contender?
A 21.5-mile test of Puma's carbon-plated racer, covering stack, ride feel, durability past 20 miles, and whether it belongs in your marathon.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite, Rad Malo, and Mizuno Neo Vista 3: Three Trainers, Three Jobs
A lightweight speed daily, a comfort-focused cruiser, and a plated long run super trainer compared for different running needs.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Pure Review: What 100 Miles Reveals
A long-term look at Puma's lightweight performance trainer: clunky at first, smoother and softer with every mile.
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Nitro Pure Review: A Lightweight Daily Trainer Without a Plate
Puma's plated-free Deviate Pure brings nitrogen-infused PEBA foam and a superb upper at $150, but does it live up to the race-day hype?
Running Shoes
Puma Deviate Pure Nitro Review: A Fun Daily Trainer That Nearly Nails It
A light, PEBA-based daily trainer with big stack, strong grip, and a few frustrating snag points around the upper.
Running Shoes
Puma DV8 Nitro 4 Review: A Softer, Lighter Return to Form for a Cult Classic
The fourth generation of Puma's plated dual-foam trainer dials back the stack, softens the top layer, and drops 20 grams. Here's how it performs on everyday miles and beyond.
Running Shoes
Puma Eternity Nitro Review: A Gentle Stability Shoe With Standout Comfort
Tested past 50 miles, this lightweight stability road running shoe pairs plush comfort with just enough guidance, at a very attractive price point.
Running Shoes
Puma Fast-R 3 Review: Lighter, Leaner, Built for Forefoot Strikers
Puma stripped over 2 oz out of the Fast-R 2 to create a 170g super shoe with a thinner carbon plate, a minimal upper, and serious race-day appeal.
Running Shoes
Puma Fast-R 3 Unicorn Vomit vs the Best Marathon Racers of the Year
The wildest colorway of the year on a proven super shoe, plus four alternatives for runners who want speed without the beatdown.
Running Shoes
Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 vs Deviate Nitro Elite 4: Two Fast Carbon Racers, Two Very Different Rides
Puma's top two carbon plate racing shoes share similar weight and stack, but deliver noticeably different ride experiences. Here is how they compare for racing and training.
Running Shoes
Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 vs Hoka Cielo X1 3.0: Two Top-Tier Carbon Race Shoes Compared
Two of the fastest carbon-plated racing shoes go head to head on weight, ride feel, fit and race-day performance.