10 Running Shoe Deals Under $100 Worth Grabbing Right Now

Introduction

Solid running shoe deals are still floating around from the major retailers, and this week’s roundup collects ten of them, most priced under $100. The list spans max-cushion recovery trainers, tempo shoes, and a genuinely unbeatable value pick, so there is something here for nearly every type of runner. One note for deal hunters: stock and color options are limited in places, so if a shoe on this list fits your rotation, it is worth acting quickly.

1. Nike Invincible 3

The Nike Invincible 3 sits at $107 and remains one of the best choices for neutral runners and heel strikers who want a soft, comfortable ride for easy days. The soft ZoomX midsole is non-plated, an approach plenty of newer brands are now following. If you want the original in this category, this is it.

It is a strong pick for easy-day comfort above almost anything else on this list. Runners who want a touch more stability may prefer a different Nike trainer, but as a pure soft daily option the Invincible 3 still holds up well a year after launch.

2. Brooks Hyperion Max

At $72 at Dick’s Sporting Goods, the Brooks Hyperion Max is a lightweight, non-plated uptempo option for steady runs and workouts when you want extra pop without a plate. The foam runs on the firmer side, so it can take a few runs to warm up to, but with good midfoot or forefoot form and an upright, strong stride it feels lively underfoot and handles pace increases nicely. Outsole coverage is generous, pointing to strong durability, and it works well as a daily trainer and tempo shoe hybrid for budget-oriented runners who like a firmer feel. Worth noting: a successor with a plate is on the way, so grab this one if you prefer a plate-free ride.

3. New Balance More v4

Priced at $91 at Dick’s Sporting Goods, the More v4 delivers roughly 90 percent of what the newer More v5 offers. The v5 softens the foam slightly and adds a bit more stability in the rear sidewalls, but those changes are incremental. This is a relaxed max-cushion shoe built on Fresh Foam, and while it was not a personal favorite, plenty of runners love that soft underfoot feel.

It makes particular sense as a recovery shoe during a marathon training block, giving your legs a break after hard workouts. If spring marathon training is on your calendar, this is a smart easy-day companion.

4. Puma Deviate Nitro 2

The Deviate Nitro 2 is $90 at Dick’s Sporting Goods, and with the next version not expected until late in the following year, this remains the most current model for a long while. It is a solid daily trainer and workout shoe with a plate, a top layer of Puma’s Nitro foam, and a more standard training foam underneath. The standout is the outsole: Puma’s grip is famously sticky and durable.

Another practical detail: the black colorway is the one on sale, so it hides slush and mud well, making it a smart winter pick. If you have been curious about this shoe, these sub-$100 prices are the moment to buy.

5. Hoka Rincon 3

At $100 from Running Warehouse, the Rincon 3 is a lightweight daily trainer with the potential to move fast. It is simply a fun, easy-to-turn-over shoe, a welcome contrast to heavier max-cushion daily options. The main trade-off is durability, since it lacks substantial outsole rubber. Lighter runners, or anyone who just wants something enjoyable without spending much, should give it a look.

6. Saucony Endorphin Shift 3

The Endorphin Shift 3 is $80 at Running Warehouse. It is Saucony’s max-cushion shoe in the Endorphin lineup, using a tall stack of PWRRUN EVA foam with an aggressive rocker that keeps turnover feeling smooth on easy days. A successor is not coming in this line, with a revamped Hurricane model taking its place with softer foam, which makes the current shoe’s firmer character its key selling point.

That firmer feel means heavier runners, or anyone who dislikes a soft, mushy ride, will appreciate it. There is no bottoming out, no quicksand sensation, and it can comfortably handle any pace you throw at it.

7. Adidas Adios 8

At $90 at Running Warehouse, the Adios 8 is a no-frills lightweight short-distance racer and workout shoe. Unlike the Adizero Takumi Sen, it skips the glass fiber and carbon fiber energy rods, so it is less stiff underfoot. It is a great fit if you are training for a 10K or half marathon and need something for intervals and reps on fast days. Ripping fast reps in it also builds lower-leg strength, making it a useful track training companion.

8. New Balance FuelCell Rebel v3

The Rebel v3 is $85 at Running Warehouse, and it earned a shoe-of-the-year nod for its TPU-EVA blend FuelCell foam and flexible platform. The upper fits comfortably without the overly snug feel many faster shoes have, and it handled everything from four-mile recovery runs to 16-mile long runs with marathon and half marathon pace work included. It is a great choice if you want to strengthen your lower legs and build auxiliary muscles rather than rely on a plate.

9. Adidas Boston 12

The Boston 12 is on sale for $80 at REI, though color availability is very limited. A useful tip for anyone near an Adidas retail store: Adidas has been matching most deals in person, so shoppers have successfully picked up pairs in store at the same $80 price while the REI deal runs. If you are an 8.5 in men’s, REI still had stock at the time of this roundup. It is a bit of extra effort, but for a shoe at this price it can pay off.

10. Adidas Adizero SL

At $43 at Dick’s Sporting Goods, the Adizero SL is arguably the best value running shoe on the market right now. It is a firmer daily trainer using Lightstrike EVA foam, with a puck of Lightstrike Pro in the forefoot that makes it a surprisingly capable option for faster track work. That firm, fast sensation is what makes it such a versatile do-it-all shoe.

A successor is coming with a much softer, ground-up redesign, so this exact firm feel and these deal prices are unlikely to return. It also doubles as an everyday shoe for town or the gym, and it makes a great gift for a younger high school runner. At this price you can grab a pair and not worry about beating them up.

Buying Advice

If you can only grab one pair, the Adizero SL is the clear value winner at $43. For easy-day comfort, the Invincible 3 and More v4 are the softest options, while the Endorphin Shift 3 suits runners who want cushioning with a firmer edge. The Hyperion Max, Rebel v3, and Adios 8 cover tempo and workout duties, the Deviate Nitro 2 and Boston 12 bridge daily training and speed, and the Rincon 3 is the fun, lightweight wildcard. Match the shoe to the role it will play in your rotation rather than chasing the lowest price alone.

Conclusion

Deals this strong across ten models from six brands do not come around often, and several of these shoes are approaching update cycles, which makes the current prices even more relevant. Check stock early, act on the pair that fits your training, and enjoy the miles.