Best Running Shoes of 2025 – Sklep Biegacza Selection

The Sklep Biegacza team has selected the best running shoes of 2025. These are the choices of the employees you meet every day in our stores, who run in various conditions and at various distances outside of work. These are the models that impressed our team the most in terms of cushioning, dynamics, fit, and technology. Your needs may differ slightly, but if you’re looking for reliable running shoes, our recommendations are a good place to start. Check out the models we selected this year.

Top Running Shoes

All Sklep Biegacza employees in Poland vote for the best running shoes of the year. Employees from stores in Gdańsk, Katowice, Kraków, Poznań, Warsaw and Wrocław, as well as office employees responsible for marketing, sales, finance and brand development, cast votes. Thanks to this, the running shoe ranking is based on extensive experience and different running styles. Each participant has three votes: Three points are given for the best shoe of the year, two points for the second choice and one point for the third model. Forty-nine people voted in this year’s poll.

The highest score was awarded to:

1. Nike Vomero 18

The Nike Vomero 18 won our poll for best running shoe of 2025. This model provides excellent cushioning and comfort for long-distance running and everyday training. Its highly resilient foam provides ample cushioning without compromising dynamic performance. The Vomero 18 is ideal for runners looking for soft yet versatile shoes for running on hard surfaces, whether they’re going for an easy run or a longer session. It’s a reliable choice for those who want one pair of shoes for most of their training.

2. Asics Superblast 2

Last year’s winner of our vote, the Asics Superblast 2, came in second place this year. This dynamic training shoe stands out for its lightweight construction and highly resilient cushioning. This model performs well during faster workouts, long runs, and tempo sessions, even without a carbon plate. The Superblast 2 is an excellent choice for runners looking for shoes for hard surfaces that provide distinct energy return and a sporty feel.

3. adidas Adizero Evo SL

In third place is another shoe with a distinctly faster character: the adidas Adizero Evo SL. This lightweight training model focuses on agility while maintaining safety. Its resilient Lightstrike Pro foam provides a fast roll and effective energy return at higher speeds. The Evo SL is ideal for tempo training, intervals, and shorter road races. At the same time, it is a shoe that can handle slower running speeds.

4. Asics Novablast 5

In fourth place, just behind the podium, is one of the most popular and highly regarded Asics models in recent years: the Novablast 5. These versatile running shoes are ideal for hard surfaces and combine high cushioning with distinct resilience. The Novablast 5 is a reliable choice for runners of all levels. They are comfortable like a sofa, spacious like an IKEA wardrobe, and responsive like a trampoline.

5. Asics Megablast

In fifth place is the Asics Megablast, a brand new addition to the running shoe market. Designed for maximum cushioning and comfort, this model is ideal for long, easy training sessions. As befits a top-of-the-line shoe from the “Blast” series, it also offers an exceptional level of responsiveness. As with the Novablast, comparing its bounce to a trampoline is no exaggeration.

6. Nike Vomero Plus

Another spot goes to the Nike Vomero Plus, an inflated version of our poll winner. Designed for hard surfaces, it provides maximum cushioning and comfort for long distances. The increased foam provides enhanced cushioning, greater perceived softness, and improved elasticity. The Vomero Plus is ideal for easy runs and recovery training sessions, when protecting your muscles and joints is important.

7. adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

The adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 came in seventh place – the highest-ranked racing shoe in this year’s summary. Designed with speed and record-breaking results in mind, this model is equipped with carbon elements and lightweight Lightstrike Pro foam. The Adios Pro 4 delivers incredible lightness and responsiveness – the faster you run, the more it gives back. This makes it ideal for competitions and tempo training. It is the perfect shoe for runners looking for maximum efficiency on the track.

8. Hoka Clifton 10

Eighth place goes to the Hoka Clifton 10, a popular model among runners looking for comfort and soft cushioning. The Clifton 10 combines lightness and cushioning, making it ideal for long runs and everyday training. Its wide midsole improves stability, and its soft foam allows the foot to roll smoothly.

8. Salomon Aero Glide 3

The Salomon Aero Glide 3 also ranked eighth. Its design shows that Salomon is not only about mountains, but also the city. The Aero Glide 3 performs well on hard surfaces and paved paths, providing comfort and protection, even during long runs. This unusual option is worth taking a look at.

10. Brooks Hyperion Max 3

Tenth place goes to a shoe whose presence here comes as a bit of a surprise to me: the Brooks Hyperion Max 3. This model is designed for maximum cushioning and efficient foot rollover over long distances. Its upper is also advantageous – stiffened where necessary and flexible where needed, it fits the foot perfectly, like a sock. The Hyperion Max 3 is ideal for runners looking for a soft yet dynamic speed training shoe with strong support.

Ranks 11 and Beyond

Best Running Shoes by Brand

Below is a table summarizing the votes cast for each brand’s models in our poll for the best running shoes of 2025. As in the previous year, Asics took the lead. Nike came in second after rising from fifth place last year. Adidas took third place. This shows how the popularity of each brand’s entire collection was distributed.