Saucony Triumph 24 Softest
A high-cushion option great for long runs or regular walking.
The Triumph is a soft and spongy shoe that will keep your feet comfy all day. It's great as a walker, or work shoe due to its high cushion that has a very spongy feel. It also is a great distance running shoe as it has enough pep to keep you moving forward for your next long run.
Pro tip: Fits a little long, and it also is wider.
Around $170
Asics Gel-Nimbus 28 Softest
A soft high-cushion shoe great for long runs, frequent walks, or long days on your feet.
The Gel-Nimbus uses Asics gel to make a super high-cushion spongy shoe that is great for keeping your feet comfortable. It's a great pick if you are searching for a shoe that is comfortable after hour ten at work, after mile twelve of your long run, or on your third walk of the day.
Pro tip: Fits true to size.
Around $170
Hoka Bondi 9 Balanced
A high-cushion shoe built for the long days on your feet.
The Bondi has a bouncier, more supportive cushion compared to a lot of the other soft and plushy high-cushion shoes. This makes it a great option for somebody who finds their ankles or feet sore after a long day in a plushy, soft shoe. The Bondi is a go-to for long walks, or for a job that requires a lot of standing.
Pro tip: Fits true to size.
Around $175
Brooks Glycerin 23 Balanced
A bouncy high-cushion shoe great for long walks, long days on your feet, or a long run.
The Glycerin is a great option for someone looking for a higher-cushion shoe that has a bouncier, springy feel vs a plushy soft feel. It has a slightly roomier toe box, and has a secure heel to ensure no slipping. A great shoe for your long runs, long walks with the dogs, or a long day on your feet.
Pro tip: True to size, with a slightly wider toe box and a narrower heel.
Around $175
A plush high-cushion shoe great for an easy long run, frequent walks, or a long day on your feet.
The 1080 is a soft high-cushion shoe great for the next time you're on your feet for what feels like forever. It's a great option for somebody with a slightly wider foot and needs a long run shoe, a daily walking shoe, or a shoe for long days at work.
Pro tip: Fits true to size, slightly wider than competitors.
Around $170
Asics Gel-Kayano 33 Softest
A high-cushion stability shoe with a ton of great uses.
The Gel-Kayano uses Asics FluidSupport to hold your ankle steady in every step. This high-cushion stability shoe is great for daily miles, walking, or standing on your feet all day. The soft cushion of this shoe ensures a comfortable feel, and the support makes sure your ankles stay strong.
Pro tip: Fits true to size.
Around $170
Mizuno Wave Sky 9 Softest
A high-cushion shoe great for walking or standing all day.
The Wave Sky is a soft option that is great for somebody looking for a comfortable shoe after a long day. This high-cushion option leans on the plushier side of foams and is a relaxing fit perfect for a walking or work shoe.
Pro tip: Fits true to size.
Around $180
Asics Novablast 6 Balanced
A soft and springy shoe great for a faster run.
The Novablast is a lightweight peppy trainer that is great for the runner trying to shave some time off their next race. This shoe is great for tempo or faster long runs and the soft but bouncy feel of the shoe is sure to feel great all the way to the finish.
Pro tip: Fits true to size.
Around $155
Nike Vomero 18 Softest
A high-cushion bouncy shoe great for easy days, long runs, or long hours on your feet.
The Vomero is a soft, high-cushioned daily trainer built around comfort over speed, so it shines on your easy days, long runs, or a long day on your feet. A great option if you want something comfortable for the long haul.
Pro tip: Runs a little short, and also runs narrow.
Around $155
On Cloudmonster 3 Firmer & springy
A high-cushion shoe with a ton of bounce great for long runs.
The Cloudmonster is a great pick for someone needing a wider, bouncy shoe for their longer runs. The cushion has a lot of pop to it due to On's Speedboard technology, which creates a great roll and a nice toe off.
Pro tip: Runs a little long, also fits wider.
Around $190
Puma MagMax Nitro 2 Softest
A high-cushion bouncy shoe great for long runs, easy days, or long hours on your feet.
The MagMax is Puma's highest-cushioned trainer, with a big stack of soft, bouncy Nitro foam that is surprisingly light for how much shoe it is. It's built for long runs, recovery days, or a long day standing, and the roomier upper gives wider feet some space to relax.
Pro tip: Fits true to size, with a roomier upper.
Around $180
Brooks Glycerin GTS 23 Balanced
A bouncy high-cushion shoe with great stability \u2014 great for long walks, long days on your feet, or a long run.
The Glycerin GTS is a great option for someone looking for a higher-cushion shoe that has a bouncier, springy feel vs a plushy soft feel. The GTS model has GuideRails to ensure your ankle is moving correctly through every step. A great shoe for your long runs, long walks with the dogs, or a long day on your feet.
Pro tip: True to size, with a slightly wider toe box and a narrower heel.
Around $180
Topo Atmos 2 Balanced
A high-cushion shoe with a roomy toebox great for long runs and easy miles.
The Atmos gives you a tall, high cushion for long runs without the super soft, compressing feel. The foam leans a little firmer and more stable, closer to a traditional ride. The wide toe box and stable base make it comfortable for piling on easy miles or your long runs. A good pick if you want max cushion but don't love that mushy marshmallow feeling.
Pro tip: Fits true to size, with a wide toebox.
Around $165