Ranking the Speed Training Shoes Currently on the Market in 2025
Below we are ranking the speed training running shoes currently on the market in 2025. See where the new Brooks Hyperion Max 3, Adidas Boston 13, ASICS Megablast, Adidas EVO SL, Saucony Endorphin Speed 5, ASICS Sonicblast, Hoka Mach X3 and others land based on their ability to help you tackle your speed workouts with confidence.
Welcome to Supwell’s speed training tier list, where we rank the fastest daily trainers built for intervals, tempos, and threshold work. We broke down 2025’s speed lineup and sorted them from brick to banger. At the very top, pairs like the Adidas Boston 13 and ASICS Megablast set the pace with lightweight builds and snappy turnover. But not every shoe kept up—the SC Trainer v3 stalled out at the very bottom, proving not every “speed day” model was built for speed.
Transcendent: The best of the best
The transcendent speed trainers are the ones that feel as fast as the real deal Carbon County racers. The Boston 13 shines when popping off the forefoot and getting the benefit of the Energy Rods and Lightstrike Pro race foam. It also punches well above its 36mm heel stack on long runs. And the Megablast is a do-everything, shoe-of-the-decade contender—a max stack beast with the fastest non-carbon ride we’ve ever tested.
Adidas Boston 13
ASICS Megablast
Banger: Fun, fast, and good for a variety of paces
While not as fast as racers and S tier shoes, the A tier bangers deliver excellent value and have well-defined use cases. The Hyperion Max 3 and Aero Tempo are sturdy, no-nonsense rippers that can handle any workout you throw at them. The Cloudboom Zone is a hidden gem in the On lineup that has one of the bounciest training rides out there. And the now iconic EVO SL is the best deal on the market with a full race foam midsole for $150.
Brooks Hyperion Max 3
Skechers Aero Tempo
Adidas Evo SL
Good: Not our first choice, but we'd use it for a workout
The B tier shoes all bring something valuable to the table. They’re not hall of famers, but they can be solid role players in someone’s rotation. Whether you’re looking for low-stack snap (Cyclone 3, Adios 9, SC Pacer v2), smooth versatility (Sonicblast, Mach X3), max stack bounce (Prime X Strung 3) or all-round capability (Endorphin Speed 5, Aero Blaze 3), there’s a shoe here for you. Note: the Pacer v2 is billed as a 5k racer, but we’ve classed it as a training shoe based on how hobby joggers use it.
ASICS Sonicblast
Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
Hoka Mach X 3
Adidas Prime X 3 Strung
Fine: Don't buy at MSRP, but OK if you can find on a deal
The shoes in the “Fine” category offer a serviceable ride experience but lack the fun and unique qualities of shoes in higher tiers. The Magic Speed 4 is past its prime with a majority FF Blast midsole, the Zoom Fly 6 was made obsolete by the $20 cheaper EVO SL, and the On Cloudflow 5 is a solid but overpriced firm speed trainer. None of them are unrunnable bricks, but you can find better value elsewhere on the market.
On Cloudflow 5
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Mid: We'd pass on this one (Plus a better recommendation)
Released over a year ago, the Pegasus Plus is now one of the worst deals on the market. The slightly firm and peppy ride makes it a fine shoe when you can find it on sale for under $100, but Nike just raised the MSRP on this to $190. That makes it more expensive than the Endorphin Speed 5, Asics Sonicblast and Adidas EVO SL, not to mention Nike’s own $180 max-cushioned Vomero Plus. If you’re looking for a lightweight, non-plated, do-it-all trainer, we’d recommend the Brooks Hyperion 3.
Brooks Hyperion 3
Brick: What are we doing here?
The SC Trainer v3 fails miserably at its intended purpose. The ride is protective but has no juice, making this feel more like a high stack daily trainer with a plate than a speed shoe. At its $180 price point, there are dozens of other options that deliver speedier and more enjoyable ride experiences. If you’re looking for a fast New Balance, check out the lower stack Pacer v2 or spring for the SC Elite v5 race shoe, one of the most comfortable carbon shoes on the market.
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