The Best Saucony Running Shoes 2026

Saucony is one of the most traditional names in the running world. The American brand has combined technical innovation with a fit that works for many runners for decades, and 2026 is the year where the entire midsole program has been revamped: IncrediLUX in Triumph and Hurricane, IncrediRUN in Elite and Paramount Max.

The box below gives you a quick overview: expand to see more. If you want the full picture, we review each model in the rest of the article with heel drop, weight, and links to our own tests.

Neutral Running Shoes

Here you'll find the best running shoes from Saucony for those who prioritize comfort and softness, and don't need extra stability during the run.

Saucony Triumph 24

Saucony Triumph 24 is one of 2026's biggest news in Saucony's lineup. The well-known PWRRUN PB midsole is gone and replaced by IncrediLUX, a new foam in pure A-TPU. The result is a softer and lighter shoe than the 23, without becoming mushy in the push-off. If you're looking for a comfortable volume training shoe with modern materials, Triumph 24 is a great place to start.

Heel drop: 10 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 244 g / Women (US 8): 216 g
Best for: Daily training and long runs

Jakob has run in the shoe: read our test of Saucony Triumph 24 for his assessment of the new foam.

Saucony Ride 19

Saucony Ride 19 is Saucony's most versatile volume training shoe for the neutral runner. In the 19th edition, PWRRUN+ has been reformulated as supercritical foam, providing a softer and more responsive feel than before. It works for both short daily routes and Sunday long runs.

The outsole has added extra rubber for longer durability and better grip, and the engineered mesh upper holds the foot well without getting hot.

Heel drop: 8 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 255 g / Women (US 8): 218 g
Best for: Versatile daily training

Line and Jakob have tested Ride 19 against Guide 19: read Saucony Ride 19 vs Guide 19 , if you're unsure whether you need stability.

Saucony Paramount Max

Saucony Paramount Max is Saucony's take on a shoe you can run your easy miles in without compromising. The midsole is IncrediRUN, the same foam as in the competition shoe Endorphin Elite, but mixed firmer, so the 43 mm under the heel stands stable. There is no plate in the shoe.

This results in a soft and springy shoe with a wide sole and high sidewalls that keep the foot in place when the foam gives way. However, it weighs over 300 grams, and you feel it when the pace picks up. Paramount Max is the shoe for recovery days and long easy runs, where Triumph 24 is the lighter of the two for daily training.

Heel drop: 6 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 302 g / Women (US 7.5): 250 g
Best for: Recovery runs and long easy runs

Read our test of Saucony Paramount Max for an assessment of where it fits in your weekly schedule.

Interval and Fast Running Shoes

The shoes work well for volume training, but their primary focus is speed. Technologies are combined with low weight, so you can maintain pace without effort.

Saucony Endorphin Azura

If you want speed, low weight, and comfort in the same shoe without a plate, Saucony Endorphin Azura one of the best options you'll find. The point of the shoe is the midsole: it's PWRRUN PB, the same PEBA-based foam as in Endorphin Pro and Endorphin Elite, but in a shoe for less than half the price.

Without a plate, it becomes more versatile than a true race shoe. Use it for long tempo runs, easy runs, or intervals. The SPEEDROLL geometry in the midsole helps propel you forward, regardless of pace.

Heel drop: 8 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 240 g / Women (US 8): 212 g
Best for: Intervals, tempo runs, and jogging

Jeppe has tested the shoe: read our test of Saucony Endorphin Azura .

Saucony Kinvara 16

Saucony Kinvara 16 is the shoe for your short, fast runs, intervals, races, technique training, and strength training. The Kinvara series has always been known for its low weight and a low midsole without major technologies. Saucony sticks to the FORMFIT upper, which ensures a snug fit. It's responsive, and you have good ground feel.

Heel drop: 4 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 198 g / Women (US 8): 179 g
Best for: Interval running, tempo runs, and races

Saucony Endorphin Speed 5

Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 is not just a race shoe. The combination of an S-shaped nylon plate, SPEEDROLL geometry, and PWRRUN PB foam makes it versatile enough for both long, moderate training sessions and finishing sprints. The upper is redesigned in a thin mesh, more flexible and breathable than previous models.

Heel drop: 8 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 238 g / Women (US 8): 214 g
Best for: Interval running, tempo runs, and races

Jeppe has run the shoe in: read our test of Endorphin Speed 5 .

Competition Running Shoes

The two shoes below are built for race day. Both feature a carbon plate and Saucony's fastest foam.

Saucony Endorphin Pro 5

Saucony Endorphin Pro 5

Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 is the choice when you want to set new records on the road. The carbon plate in the midsole acts as a springboard, which together with the SPEEDROLL geometry propels you forward with each step. It's especially suited for distances from 5 km to half marathon and on routes with many turns where you need extra stability.

Heel drop: 8 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 206 g / Women (US 8): 178 g
Best for: Races from 5 km to half marathon

Lars has tested the shoe: our test of Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 .

Saucony Endorphin Elite 3

Saucony Endorphin Elite 3 is Saucony's flagship on race day. The midsole is IncrediRUN, a TPEE-based foam that is significantly softer and more bouncy than PWRRUN PB. The third generation has a reworked carbon plate and adjustments in the midsole, making the shoe more stable than the 2nd version. The upper is ultra-thin.

Heel drop: 8 mm
Weight: Unisex (UK 8.5): approx. 221 g
Best for: Races on all distances

Line has tested the shoe: our test of Saucony Endorphin Elite 3 .

Stability and Pronation Running Shoes

Here you'll find Saucony's shoes for those who need extra support and stability when running. Both use CenterPath, Saucony's way to guide the foot through the stride without a traditional support wedge.

Saucony Hurricane 26

Saucony Hurricane 26 is the stability counterpart to Triumph 24 and has received the same new foam. The core of the midsole is IncrediLUX, while a firmer frame of PWRRUN surrounds it on both sides and in the heel. The frame provides guidance, and the soft foam provides cushioning.

Compared to the 25, which was more spongy, the combination offers a shoe that is both cushioned and has a clear push-off. The drop is also lower than most other high-mileage training shoes.

Heel drop: 6 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 262 g / Women (US 8): 232 g
Best for: Daily training and long runs needing support

Saucony Guide 19

Saucony Guide 19 is the choice for runners seeking stability without losing the dynamic running experience. It uses the same CenterPath principle as Hurricane, but in a lighter and less bulky shoe. In the 19th edition, the outsole is upgraded with more durable rubber.

Heel drop: 6 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 275 g / Women (US 8): 252 g
Best for: Daily training needing stability and support

Jakob has tested Guide 19 side by side with Ride 19: read Saucony Ride 19 vs Guide 19 .

Trail Running Shoes

Here you find Saucony's shoes for terrain. The choice between the two is largely about distance: one is built to be light and direct, the other to keep you going for hours.

Saucony Peregrine 16

Saucony Peregrine 16 is Saucony's most versatile trail shoe. The big news in the 16th edition is the outsole: PWRTRAC is replaced with Vibram Megagrip, which grips significantly better on wet stones and roots. Additionally, there is 4 mm more foam in the forefoot. A 4 mm drop provides close contact with the ground, and a rock plate in the forefoot protects against sharp stones.

Heel drop: 4 mm
Weight: Men (size 42): approx. 275 g / Women (size 40): approx. 250 g
Best for: Trail running on varied surfaces

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4

While Peregrine is the direct and light shoe, Xodus Ultra 4 is built for long hours in the terrain. The midsole is a core of PWRRUN PB in a firmer PWRRUN frame, and underneath is a full-length Vibram Megagrip outsole. However, the rock plate from the 3rd version is removed, so protection against sharp stones comes from the foam's height rather than a plate. It is also available in a GTX version for winter and wet autumn.

Heel drop: 6 mm
Weight: Men (US 9): 309 g / Women (US 8): 280 g
Best for: Long trail runs and ultra running

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