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Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet

Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet

We all already know how hard it is the find the right running shoe. There are so many things to consider. Do we like the materials? Is the cushion soft enough? Will the traction grip the surface I usually run on? The decision becomes exponentially more complicated when you have wide feet. More often than not, people with wide feet hesitate to order online because the fit may not be suitable. To save you stress, we have compiled the Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet.

Why make the Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet list? Because the running shoe market has a lot of different categories. There are neutral running shoes, speed day or tempo running shoes, stability running shoes, race day running shoes, trail running shoes, etc. This list cuts through the marketing and clutter to identify the shoes that provide wide footers with the best options.

The best running shoes for wide feet have to be accommodating. The uppers have to be more forgiving, and the last has to be wider, even just by a little bit, to help a wide foot enter and exit with ease. For our wide foot crowd, our Best Running Shoes Overall list should be used in conjunction with this best running shoes for wide feet list to figure out the right shoe for you.

If you wish to see all of our detailed running shoe reviews, you can check out our Running Shoe reviews page.

Categories are used below so you can easily find what you want. If you know what you need, you can simply click the category. If not, feel free to browse the whole list.

We would also like to hear your thoughts on this list, and you can even share your own list in the comments below.

Updated: 03.13.2024

Let’s get into our picks:

Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet

New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4

New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4

The New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 is New Balance’s most versatile and useful daily running shoe despite not featuring a higher end stack height. The Peba/EVA blend of FuelCell is bouncy and makes it easy to pick the pace (maybe too easy). The upper is accommodating and breathable. The Rebel v4 is also lightweight and stable with durable traction. It’s more shoe than previous Rebels but that makes it accessible to more foot types, and ultimately, more people. It’s one of 2024’s best all around running shoes. Read the full review.

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 6mm, Price: $140

9/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Rebel v4 Shop Women's Rebel v4

On Cloudmonster 2

On Cloudmonster 2

The On Cloudmonster 2 is a max cushioned shoe that’s firmer than On’s other max cushion shoe, the squishier Cloudeclipse. That slight tweak in squishiness makes the Cloudmonster 2 more stable and creates a smooth ride. It also makes it perfect for standing all day or doing lots of walking.

The upper is comfortable and accommodating with great aesthetics and high quality craftsmanship. The outsole grips in all conditions but the outsole can pick up good-sized rocks. There’s also a premium to be paid for the On brand. Whether that’s worth it for this very good shoe is up to you. Read the full review.

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 6mm, Price: $180

8/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Cloudmonster 2 Shop Women's Cloudmonster 2

Hoka Clifton 9

Hoka Clifton 9

The Hoka Clifton 9 is the best, most versatile Clifton to date. It’s the same great neutral cushioned shoe with added bounce and elasticity in the midsole and increased durability in the outsole. The upper is, as usual, super comfy and the fit is accommodating. There’s also a wide version for those that need it. Improved arch support will excite flat footers, but some may find it a bit distracting. It’s a great shoe for everyone from beginners to seasoned vets and can handle jogging, easy running, recovery runs, and long runs. See the full review.

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 5mm, Price: $145

9/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Hoka Clifton 9 Buy Women's Hoka Clifton 9

Asics Gel Nimbus 26

Asics Gel Nimbus 26

The Asics Gel Nimbus 26 is almost a carbon copy of the Gel Nimbus 25 (now on sale). It’s a highly padded, luxuriously comfortable, well-cushioned shoe that’s perfect for tons and tons of easy paced running or walking. If all-around comfort is your number one priority, give the Nimbus 26 a try. See the full review.

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 8mm, Price: $160

8/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Asics Nimbus 26 Buy Women's Asics Nimbus 26

Puma Magnify Nitro 2

Puma Magnify Nitro 2

The Puma Magnify Nitro 2 is one of our favorite daily runners. At $140, it’s priced right for a high-end cushioned running shoe and has the most cushion of any Puma shoe. The super comfortable knit upper provides an accommodating fit and molds to your foot over time. You also get lots of Puma Grip on the bottom that will provide top-tier traction. Your knees and feet will thank you for putting these shoes on for a run. Read the full review. 

Fit: True to size, Drop: 10mm, Price $140

9/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Puma Magnify Nitro 2 Buy Women's Puma Magnify Nitro 2

New Balance Fresh Foam X More v4

New Balance Fresh Foam X More v4

The New Balance Fresh Foam X More v4 is a comfortable, affordable, and excellently executed running shoe. The upper’s fit is super accommodating, and any foot shape will enjoy it, especially wide footers (who never get enough love from shoe companies). The Fresh Foam X feels great on foot for any amount of miles or household chores. The stability is great due to the midsole’s geometry and sitting inside the midsole walls. The lockdown is solid, so even narrow footers can be confident their foot will stay in place even on the sharpest of turns or bumpiest of roads. And the style — chunktastic is in these days, so this shoe will work as well casually as it does for running. Read the full review.

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 4mm, Price: $150

9/10
Total Score
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New Balance SC Trainer v2

New Balance SC Trainer v2

The New Balance SC Trainer v2 isn’t groundbreaking like the original but it’s an extremely well-cushioned, bouncy, and comfortable, leg-saving running machine. It’s perfect for high-mileage runners and long run days because it’ll protect your legs. The SC Trainer v2 will feel a bit heavy to some but the trade-off is worth it. Plus, it’s built on an accommodating, stable platform. The build plus all that cushion and comfort will make the SC Trainer v2 worth the price as you rack up the miles. Read the full review. 

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 6mm, Price: $180

9/10
Total Score
Buy Men's SC Trainer v2 Buy Women's SC Trainer v2

Asics Magic Speed 3

Asics Magic Speed 3

The Asics Magic Speed 3 is a modern-day racing flat built for speed work, track work, and shorter races like the 5k and 10k. The two layers of FF Blast+ sandwich a full-length carbon plate. You get a similar squish to the Novablast 3 but the extra pop and stability that a carbon plate brings with it.

The upper is super breathable and very similar to the uppers on the Metaspeed series. It’s not perfect, but it accommodates wide footers well and allows a ton of airflow. The outsole is also similar to the Metaspeed series and provides great traction. The Magic Speed 3 feels comfortable on foot and excels on tracks or other surfaces where you can go fast but don’t need much impact protection. Read the full review.

Fits: True to Size, Drop: 7mm, Price $160

8/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Asics Magic Speed 3 Buy Women's Asics Magic Speed 3

New Balance 1080v13

New Balance 1080v13

The New Balance 1080v13 is a big departure from previous 1080 models with the squishiness and bounciness of Fresh Foam X midsole reaching new levels. The fit is great for most people and in true New Balance form there’s a wide version available for wide footers. It’s also a versatile and fun ride that can go fast or slow as needed. The only issue is the price point is higher than most daily trainers. But that said, the 1080v13 is easy to recommend if you’re not too price-sensitive. Read the full review. Price: $165

9/10
Total Score
Buy Men's New Balance 1080v13 Buy Women's New Balance 1080v13

Brooks Ghost Max

Brooks Ghost Max

The Brooks Ghost Max has soft, fluffy cushion, a smooth feel, good stability, and a super comfortable upper that’s also very wide and flat foot ready. Even with lower-than-average durability thanks to a soft outsole, it packs a lot of value. And it’s the only current Brooks road shoe with a drop lower than 8mm. It’s a different feel than what Brooks fans are used to but that’s not a bad thing. The Ghost Max is ready to protect your feet and legs as you pound the pavement. Read the full review.

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 6mm, Price $150

9/10
Total Score
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Best Marathon Running Shoes for Wide Feet

Asics Metaspeed Edge Paris

Asics Metaspeed Sky/Edge Paris

The Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris and Asics Metaspeed Edge Paris are Asics’ best road racing shoes to date offering a fantastic combination of great fit, comfort, breathability, stability, improved midsole foam, and an impressively low weight.

Which one of the two shoes you’ll prefer isn’t clear, but if you can figure that out, you’ll end up with a high performing shoe that’s trustworthy for road races of any distance. Read the review.

Fits: True to Size, Drop: 5mm, Price: $250

9.5/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Metaspeed Sky or Edge Buy Women's Metaspeed Sky or Edge

Best Trail Running Shoes for Wide Feet

Saucony Endorphin Edge

Saucony Endorphin Edge

The Saucony Endorphin Edge brings both a bouncy PWRRUN PB midsole and a flexible 3-quarter Carbitex carbon fiber plate to the trails. How does it perform? Really, really good. The Endorphin Edge midsole provides a bouncy ride with incredible impact protection. All the sharp rocks and roots are blunted while the upper and lacing system keep you locked into the shoe. You won’t slide around inside the shoe or be at risk of turning an ankle on precarious downhill runs.

It’s a comfortable, protective, wide foot friendly shoe that can handle both all-day hikes and long-distance trail racing. We did have issues with durability as one of our testers ripped a couple of lugs off the outsole and saw significant chipping on the sides of the fragile Pebax midsole. Those aren’t dealbreakers but just know the Edge will get some battle scars rather quickly. If you’re in the market for a speedy, comfortable, and bouncy trail shoe, the Endorphin Edge is one of your best options.

Fit: True to size, Drop: 6mm, Price $200

8/10
Total Score
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Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet Now on Sale

Brooks Glycerin 20

Brooks Glycerin 20

The Brooks Glycerin 20 is a comfortable, breathable, and versatile daily running shoe. The DNA Loft v3 midsole is plush and can easily handle long runs. The ride is really smooth and easy on the legs. The traction is durable and doesn’t slip in any conditions. Just don’t get the StealthFit version because the upper on the regular version is much better fitting and more comfortable. You’ll have plenty of room for your wide feet in the Glycerin 20. Read the full review.

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 10mm, Price $160

9.5/10
Total Score
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Asics Gel-Nimbus 25

Asics Gel-Nimbus 25

The Asics Gel-Nimbus 25 isn’t a snappy shoe, but there’s plenty of soft FF Blast+ cushion underfoot. That, alongside an absolutely luxuriously comfortable upper, means the Gel-Nimbus 25 is ready for a ton of road miles. We don’t recommend using it for any of your speed work, but you can churn out miles in the Gel-Nimbus 25 while saving your legs from harsh asphalt and roads.

As an added bonus, the foam flares out from the foot, creating an incredibly stable platform. Oh, and it’s built to accommodate tons of foot types. Wide-footers, flat-footers, and beginners (who are likely still figuring out what their feet are) will all find a shoe that works for them. And for wide-footers that need even more room, Asics sells an extra wide version that may be perfect for you. See the full review.

Fits: True to Size, Drop: 8mm, Price: $160

8/10
Total Score
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Asics Gel Cumulus 25

Asics Gel Cumulus 25

The Asics Cumulus line is reliable. An updated Asics Gel Cumulus 25 packs a nice squish, a fairly standard running shoe upper, and a smooth ride. It’s fairly accommodating and comes in a wide version too if the normal version isn’t wide enough for you.

At $140, it delivers value but is hard to choose over the Asics Gel Nimbus 25, which delivers more comfort and stability for $20 more. It ends up here as a more cost-conscious Asics option. Read the full review.

Fits: True to Size, Drop: 8mm, Price $140

8/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Asics Cumulus 25 Buy Women's Asics Cumulus 25

Hoka Rincon 3 vs Rincon 2

Hoka Rincon 3

The Hoka Clifton 8 is also seen in our Best Hoka Running Shoes list. One of the best attributes of the sneaker is its weight – or lack thereof. If you have wide feet and are looking for a shoe that you can easily pick up speed in, this is the one. The support may not be perfect, but that’s the trade-off. We promise it’s worth it. The Rincon 3 excels on flat roads. Read the full review.

Fit: True to Size, Drop: 5mm, Price: $120

9/10
Total Score
Buy Men's Hoka Rincon 3 Buy Women's Hoka Rincon 3

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