Running Shoes
New Balance Fresh Foam More v4 vs Saucony Triumph 20: Two Cushioned Trainers, Two Very Different Jobs
A max-cushion cruiser and a versatile cushioned daily trainer go head to head. Here is which one suits your running.
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From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Running Shoes
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v13 Review: A Comfortable Moderate Stability Daily Trainer
A solid upgrade on the 860 v12, with softer Fresh Foam X cushioning, a more supportive engineered mesh upper, and stability delivered subtly across the whole shoe.
Running Shoes
New Balance Fresh Foam X BOS V1 vs Fresh Foam X 1080 v13: Which Soft Shoe Deserves Your Money?
A head-to-head look at New Balance's two softest Fresh Foam trainers, covering ride, fit, stability, and which shoe suits which kind of running.
Trail Running Shoes
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 Review: A Comfort-Focused Road-to-Trail Cruiser
The Hierro v9 pairs big cushioning with a revamped outsole, making it a comfortable choice for easy trail runs, mixed road-to-trail days, and UK winter conditions.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v3 for Long Runs: How It Compares to the Adizero SL, Mach 5, and GEL Nimbus
A close look at using the FuelCell Rebel v3 for long runs and workouts, with comparisons to the adidas Adizero SL, HOKA Mach 5, and ASICS GEL Nimbus.
Trail Running Shoes
New Balance Hierro V8 vs Hierro V8 GTX: Comfort-First Trail Shoes Compared
A close look at the New Balance Hierro V8 and Hierro V8 GTX, two comfort-focused trail shoes for easy trails, mixed road use, and wet-weather walking.
Running Shoes
New Balance Fresh Foam More v4 vs On Cloudmonster: Two Max Cushion Shoes Compared
Two heavyweight max cushion trainers go head to head, with the Hoka Mach 5 thrown in as an alternative for runners after more versatility.
Running Shoes
New Balance More v5 First Run Review: Softer, Bouncier, Still Stable
The fifth version of New Balance's max cushion trainer gets a softer midsole, updated upper, and trimmed-down outsole. Here's how it feels on the road.
Running Shoes
New Balance More v5 vs Brooks Ghost Max 2: Which Max Cushion Trainer Fits Your Miles?
Two max cushion daily trainers compared on midsole feel, stability, outsole durability and fit, with a clear pick for soft-shoe fans and a solid alternative for new runners.
Running Shoes
New Balance More v5 vs Brooks Glycerin Max: Which Max-Cushion Shoe Wins?
Two max-cushion workhorses compared on ride, fit, stability, and outsole grip to help easy-day runners pick the right one.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Elite V4 vs SuperComp Pacer V2: Which Carbon Racer Should You Buy?
Two new-generation New Balance carbon racing shoes with very different ride personalities. Here is how they compare on fit, feel, price and distance.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Elite V5: A 100-Mile Verdict on the Comfortable Carbon Racer
After pushing the SC Elite V5 to 100 miles, including a 21-mile long run, here is how its FuelCell foam, carbon plate, and durability held up.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Trainer V3 vs Asics SuperBlast 2: Two Super Trainers Head to Head
Two of the most popular super trainers compared on stack, weight, fit, ride character, and value to help you pick the right one for your marathon training block.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Trainer V3 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 4: Which Super Trainer Deserves Your Money?
A head-to-head look at two of the most versatile super trainers on the market, covering stack heights, midsole tech, fit, ride character and value.
Running Shoes
Nike Air Zoom Vomero 16 Review: 100 Miles Later
After 100-plus miles of daily running and walking, the Nike Air Zoom Vomero 16 proves to be a comfortable, durable daily trainer with surprising versatility.
Running Shoes
Nike Alphafly 2 vs Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro: Two Big-Stack Carbon Racers Compared
Two of the strongest marathon carbon racing shoes of the current generation, with very different characters and price points.
Running Shoes
Nike Alphafly 3 Preview: What We Know So Far About Nike's Next Marathon Racer
A closer look at the Alphafly 3's closed midsole, smoother heel-to-toe transition, expected price, and how it stacks up against Saucony and Asics rivals.
Running Shoes
Nike Alphafly 3 vs On Cloudboom Strike LS: Two of the Best Carbon Plate Racing Shoes Compared
Two of the most impressive carbon plate racing shoes right now go head to head on weight, fit, ride feel, and marathon readiness.
Running Shoes
Nike Alphafly Next% 2 First Thoughts: Refined, More Stable, Still Fast
After years of marathons and half marathons in the original, here's what the Alphafly Next% 2 changes and who should actually upgrade.
Running Shoes
Nike Infinity Run 3 vs Saucony Tempus: Two Stable Daily Trainers Compared
A stable neutral shoe built to last versus a surprisingly fun stability trainer. Here's how the Nike Infinity Run 3 and Saucony Tempus stack up for everyday running.
Running Shoes
Nike Invincible 3 Review: Still Plush, But the Magic Has Muted
A softer, more supportive max-cushion trainer with a redesigned fit, but the wild bounce of earlier Invincible models has been reined in.
Running Shoes
Nike Invincible 3 vs Asics Gel Nimbus 25: Which Max Cushion Trainer Deserves Your Miles?
Two premium max-cushion road shoes compared on price, weight, fit, ride quality, stability and grip to help you pick the right one for easy and long runs.
Running Shoes
Nike Pegasus 39 vs Pegasus Turbo Next Nature: Which Daily Trainer Fits Your Running?
Two of Nike's everyday trainers compared on ride, fit, grip, and value, with clear guidance on which one suits easy miles versus faster sessions.
Running Shoes
Nike Pegasus 41 Review: 100 Miles Later, Still the Same Reliable Workhorse
A full 100-mile test of the Nike Pegasus 41 daily trainer covering comfort, grip, durability, and who should actually buy it.
Running Shoes
Nike Pegasus 41 Marathon Test: A Reliable Companion for Long, Slow 26.2
We put the Nike Pegasus 41 through a full six-hour marathon in hot conditions to find out whether it can carry everyday runners comfortably to the finish line.
Running Shoes
Nike Pegasus Lineup Compared: Premium, Plus and Pegasus 41
Three Nike Pegasus trainers, three different rides. We compare the Premium, Plus and Pegasus 41 to help you pick the right one for your running.
Running Shoes
Nike Pegasus Turbo Next Nature vs Pegasus Turbo 2: Is the New Shoe Really a Successor?
We compare the Nike Pegasus Turbo Next Nature with the older Pegasus Turbo 2 on fit, weight, ride quality and who each shoe actually suits.
Trail Running
Nike Ultrafly Trail Review: Nike's First Carbon-Plated Trail Super Shoe
ZoomX foam, a carbon Flyplate, and a grippy Vibram outsole make the Nike Ultrafly the most exciting trail racing shoe Nike has released so far. Here's what to know before spending the money.
Running Shoes
Nike Vaporfly 2 vs Saucony Endorphin Pro 3: Which Carbon Racer Should You Buy?
Two of the best value carbon plate super shoes go head to head. Both cost £210 / $225, but they suit very different types of running.
Running Shoes
Nike Vaporfly 3 vs Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3: Which Supershoe Deserves Your Race Day?
Two of the best marathon racing shoes go head to head on fit, ride, versatility, durability, and value to help you pick the right super shoe.