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Saucony is a long-standing running shoe brand that’s been a popular choice for runners for decades with long-established favourites like the Triumph, Hurricane and Ride. In the past few years its really kicked things up a gear with some winning top-end performance shoes like the Endorphin Speed, the Pro and the Elite.
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We’ve been testing the best Saucony running shoes for The Run Testers since 2019 and we’ve had our feet in many (not quite all) of the brand’s current running shoe line-up, from the brand new non-plated Endorphin Azura trainer, to the super bouncy Endorphin Elite 3 carbon racer. Not to mention the more affordable stability Guide 19 and the Ride 19.
You can find all of our Saucony running shoe reviews below. And don’t forget to head over to the The Run Testers YouTube channel for more running shoe, watch and headphones reviews, and comparisons of the best new running shoes for 2026.
The Best Saucony Running Shoes 2026
Saucony Endorphin Azura
Price: £140 / $150 | Weight: 248g / 8.7oz (men’s UK 9) Drop: 8mm
The Saucony Endorphin Azura is a lightweight all-rounder that shares a lot of DNA with the excellent Saucony Endorphin Speed 5. Though it foregoes the nylon plate for a slightly softer, more forgiving ride.
An excellent versatile, plate-free shoe at the more affordable end of the running shoe shelves alongside the Adidas Evo SL, the Azura has a touch more cushioning than the Speed and is a shade more stable than the Evo SL.
There’s enough cushioning under foot to be comfortable on easy runs of any length, and a responsive enough ride to work well for faster efforts though if you want a little more punch for fast runs, the Endorphin Speed 5 is a more propulsive option.
Overall, it’s a good balance of comfort, stability and speed in a lightweight all-rounder package that looks to be durable, too.
Read our full Saucony Endorphin Azura Review
Saucony Endorphin Pro 5
Price: £250 / $240 | Weight: 220g / 7.8oz (men’s UK 8.5) | Drop: 8mm
The Endorphin Pro 5 hasn’t radically changed from its previous incarnations. This latest shoe builds on what came before and sticks pretty close to the Endorphin Pro identity. You’re still getting a nicely reliable, mildly energetic race shoe that priorities comfort, security and stability over all-out aggressive pace. The Elite 3 is the shoe for that.
But the small tweaks add up to a shoe that’s taken a positive step forward: smoother transitions, a bit more bite, extra stability from the wider platform and we have this as a strong race shoe option (alongside the likes of the Hoka Rocket X3 and the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4) for those who maybe want a race shoe ride that’s a bit more conservative.
That’s if you don’t suffer the heel collar rubbing that’s blighted the shoe for some runners, including Run Tester, Kieran. And you’re happy to pay what is quite a price for a shoe that’s not a top performer among the best carbon race shoes.
Saucony Hurricane 26
Price: £170 / $170 | Weight: 274g / 9.7oz (men’s UK 9) | Drop: 6mm
The Saucony Hurricane 26 is built with one purpose, which is to deliver as much comfort and support on the run as possible. It’s the stability counterpart to the Triumph 24 and also uses the brand’s new IncrediLUX foam for the core of its midsole, which is then surrounded by a firmer frame made from PWRRUN foam.
This combination of foams, plus the shoe’s wide base and high sidewalls, creates a stable ride that still has some bounce thanks to the IncrediLUX core. The Hurricane 26 is one of the best max-cushioned stability shoes you can get, and although it’s not particularly versatile despite being surprisingly light for its size, it’s a strong pick for cruising through easy and long runs
Read our full Saucony Hurricane 26 review
Sacuony Endorphin Speed 5
Price: £170 / $190 | Weight: 274g / 9.7oz (men’s UK 9) | Drop: 5mm
It’s maybe getting close to an update but even though it’s now a little older, the nylon-plated Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 remains one of the best running shoes we’ve tested in the past 18 months.
It’s an incredibly versatile shoe that’s primarily designed to handle fast training sessions but we’ve used it for everything from easy recovery runs to races.
It’s firmer, snappier and faster on the return than the Azura and not far off the energy of the Endorphin Pro 5. The rockered midsole creates a smooth and fun ride whatever the pace. The nylon plate is flexible and comfortable for easy runs, but gives some extra pop for speedwork, and while the PWRRUN PB foam isn’t as springy and responsive as the best materials around these days, it still delivers a great ride.
Read our full Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 review
Saucony Endorphin Elite 3
Price: £300 / $290 | Weight: 221g / 7.8oz (men’s UK 8.5) | Drop: 8mm
Saucony’s flagship carbon racer is still packing that incredibly soft and springy TPEE-based Incredirun foam that gives the shoe a super-soft, bouncy ride. But there are some important tweaks to the midsole to bring more stability, along with a reworked carbon plated to pack a bit more punch.
There are improvements over the Endorphin Elite 2 that will make this more appealing for a wider range of runners. It’s definitely more controlled, though if you need more reliability in your foot strike, the Endorphin Pro 5 is by far more stable race shoe.
But from what we’ve seen so far, the Elite 3 nails the comfort and still serves up a really fun, energetic ride with loads of life underfoot, quite distinct for its softness and springiness. It’s got half marathon and marathon race credentials… if you can get along with the supersoft ride.
Saucony Guide 19
Price: £140 / $150 | Weight: 305g / 10.8oz (men’s UK 8) | Drop: 6mm
The Saucony Guide has always been a solid, dependable stability shoe without really standing out. The Guide 19, Saucony isn’t a complete overhaul, but this update serves up a softer, smoother feel that makes it more enjoyable for daily running and the changes to bring it more in line with modern stability trainers.
It rolls through nicely and feels consistent at easy paces. Though there’s not much versatility out of those lower gears. Comfort is a real highlight. The combination of cushioning, wide platform, and forgiving upper creates a shoe that feels protective and easy to run in from the first step.
It works best as a comfortable, consistent option for easy runs and longer miles, with stability that feels natural rather than forced.
Read our full Saucony Guide 19 review
Saucony Paramount Max
Price: £200 / $200 | Weight: 279g / 9.8oz (men’s UK 8.5) | Drop: 6mm
Another shoe we’re busy testing for the full review, the Paramount Max is a brand new addition to the best Saucony runinng shoes. It’s a max cushion shoe that really takes that ‘max’ moniker seriously.
At its core is a giant stack of TPEE blend Incredirun foam, paired with an Incredirun sockliner and a big, broad base delivering a combination of cushioning and energy return aimed at consistent comfort over longer miles.
The shoe uses a wider platform and higher sidewalls to create a stable, max-cushion feel underfoot in a shoe that’s super soft, super cushioned ride that’s designed for everyday running. Early signs from our first runs are that you’ll need to like a trampoline-style midsole and a lot of shoe on the foot to get along with this one and it’s potentially a winner for anyone who needs maximum cushion to help with heavier landings.
Read our full Saucony Paramount Max review
Saucony Triumph 24
Price: £170 / $170 | Weight: 268g / 9oz (men’s UK 8) | Drop: 10mm
The Triumph 24 marks the biggest shake-up the shoe has had in years, swapping out the previous version’s PWRRUN PB for Saucony’s new incrediLUX foam, promising a lighter, softer and more cushioned ride without losing the plush, protective feel the line’s known for.
It’s a roomy shoe with a wide platform and high sidewalls that give it a stable, supportive character, and on steadier, consistent-paced long runs it delivers a smooth ride that holds up well deep into the miles. Durability looks strong too, with a solid slab of XT-900 carbon rubber across the outsole for high-mileage training.
Where it comes unstuck is any time the pace lifts. The softness that makes it such an easy long-run companion tips into sinky underfoot once tempo or marathon-pace efforts creep in, so it’s best kept to easy days rather than asked to do much else.
It’s a return to form for the Triumph line and a reliable, well-executed comfort option for easy miles, even if it’s not the versatile all-rounder the name once suggested.
Read our full Saucony Triumph 24 review