Top 5 Running Socks Brands

The most slept-on gear in your running rotation? Your socks. We ranked the top 5 running sock brands doing it best right now—from the everyday reliability of Feetures, to the loud, race-ready style of Stance, to OS1st’s foot-saving comfort. Whether you’re chasing PRs or just trying to keep your toes blister-free, there’s something on this list worth upgrading.

1. Feetures

Our Favorite Style: Elite Ultra Light No Show Tab

Durable for countless miles, made in the USA, and backed with a lifetime guarantee, Feetures is our go-to high mileage running sock brand.

Shoe Pairing: Brooks Hyperion Elite 5 “Pink Clay / Atomizer Blue”

Race Day

Brooks Hyperion Elite 5

Race shoe designed for speed and comfort

Price

$275

Plated?

Yes

Foam

PEBA

Weight (oz)

7.0

Drop (mm)

8

Support

Neutral

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2. Stance

Our Favorite Style: Upstate Crew or Back to the Mid Tab

Stance has some of the most stylish (and best performing) running socks in the game. While primarily known for their expressive, eye-catching crew sock designs, they also offer great minimal, lower-cut options for runners who prefer an understated look.

Shoe Pairing: Tracksmith Eliot Racer "Ivory / Gold"

Race Day

Tracksmith Eliot Racer

Marathon race shoe designed for comfort and speed over long distances

Price

$280

Plated?

Yes

Foam

ATPU, PEBA

Weight (oz)

7.7

Drop (mm)

8

Support

Neutral

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3. OS1st

Our Favorite Style: Wicked Comfort No-Show

OS1st tailors their socks for best in class comfort and support. Featuring an anatomical fit, moisture wicking material, and targeted compression, OS1st is our top pick for runners with wide feet or those recovering from foot injuries.

Shoe Pairing: Adidas Adios Pro 4 "Lucid Red / Black"

Race Day

Adidas Adios Pro 4

Marathon race shoe with soft ride

Price

$250

Plated?

Yes

Foam

Supercritical TPEE

Weight (oz)

7.1

Drop (mm)

6

Support

Neutral

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4. Balega

Our Favorite Style: Ultraglide No Show or Enduro Quarter

From their plush, soft “Blister Resist” models, to the minimal, snug “Ultraglide” line, Balega has a diverse lineup of performance socks with something for everyone. Each pair is durable, well-ventilated, and hand inspected for quality assurance.

Shoe Pairing: Brooks Hyperion Max 3 "Cocount / Green Gecko / Pink Clay"

Max Cushion

Brooks Hyperion Max 3

Max stack training shoe designed for speed and mileage

Price

$200

Plated?

Yes

Foam

Supercritical EVA & TPEE, PEBA

Weight (oz)

10.2

Drop (mm)

6

Support

Mild Stability

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5. Injinji

Our Favorite Style: Run Lightweight No-Show

You won’t catch us in a pair of Vibram Fivefingers, but toe socks are a different story. Injinji’s premium, high mileage-certified socks are famous for their five toe design, which helps prevent blisters and hotspots from cutting your long run short.

Shoe Pairing: Nike Vomero 18 "Summit White / Black / Coconut"

Daily Trainer

Nike Vomero 18

Cushioned everyday running shoe with cushioned and smooth ride

Price

$150

Plated?

No

Foam

PEBA, TPE

Weight (oz)

10.5

Drop (mm)

10

Support

Mild Stability

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If you are just starting your running journey, check out our series about our favorite 2-shoe rotations for different types of runners. In Part 1 we featured shoes with a unique forefoot geometry and those with a bouncy, Goldilocks foam; in Part 2 we featured a rotation with bouncy, soft, and fun midsoles and a rotation of no-frills, traditional shoes; Part 3 we featured a rotation to maximize comfort and another to maximize speed; and in Part 4 we featured a Couch to 5k rotation and two shoes perfect for runners looking to venture into trail running.

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