The 5 Absolute Best Asics Running Shoes, According to TikTok

Asics Gel-Cumulus 25

• Weight: 7.9 ounces
• Support: Neutral
• Cushion: Extra 
• Surface: Road
• Heel Drop: 8 millimeters
• Shop at: Zappos, Asics

@janine.zow

This version of the Gel-Cumulus has received an upgrade, and here’s what sets it apart. The midsole is made from Asics’ new PureGEL technology and there’s FF Blast PLUS cushioning that makes landings a lot more gentle. Not sure if this newer iteration is worth the hype? @janine.zow and @ryansrunningreviews say it is.

“I love this cushion right here. The shoes feel like pillows when you step into them. These are the ones I wear every time I run,” says @janine.zow. Ryan echoes these sentiments, adding that it’s a great general daily trainer with a normal amount of cushion.

Asics Gel-Nimbus 25

• Weight: 8.9 ounces
• Support: Neutral
• Cushion: Maximum
• Surface: Road
• Heel Drop: 8 millimeters
• Shop at: Zappos, Asics

@ellierunssd

Best for normal-size arches, the Gel-Nimbus 25 also feels like a dream to land in. The midsole cushioning is made from FF BLAST PLUS ECO and, of course, the brand’s signature PureGEL technology helps give you a lighter, softer running experience. Not to mention, there’s great ventilation thanks to the soft knit upper. 

“This has been my go-to long-distance running shoe,” @ellierunssd raves, adding, “Beyond style, it is so comfortable and I feel like I’m running on air. This is a great shoe for neutral runners, meaning that you don’t pronate. And that’s basically when your foot is going inward so you need some more support to push it out.”

@missfirment and @ryansrunningreviews are also fans of this Asics running shoe. With three TikToker endorsements, they must be onto something.

Asics Gel-Kayano 29

• Weight: 9.5 ounces
• Support: Neutral, Stability
• Cushion: Maximum
• Surface: Road
• Heel Drop: 10 millimeters
• Shop at: Zappos, Asics

@ryansrunningreviews

If you’re after a stable running shoe, the Gel-Kayano 29 features a low-profile external heel counter that cushions your foot like no other. Additionally, a LITETRUSS stability feature helps prevent your foot from rolling too far inward as you run. Get even more support with the midsole’s FF BLAST PLUS cushioning. 

@ryansrunningreviews says this Asics sneaker is one of the most popular of its kind, promises maximum stability, and offers multiple structural elements that provide ample guidance. Grab this pair for 31 percent off, which is the biggest discount it’s had in the past 30 days.

Asics Novablast 3

• Weight: 7.4 ounces
• Support: Neutral
• Cushion: Maximum
• Surface: Road
• Heel Drop: 8 millimeters
• Shop at: Zappos, Asics

@erinkbailey

The lightest running shoe of this bunch, the Asics Novablast 3 gives you neutral support and maximum cushion. Its unique upper and midsole gain inspiration from origami, while the more supportive heel design offers more guidance in your stride. Plus, the shoe is a whole 30 grams lighter than its predecessor. And you can be sure running in this sneaker is going to be a breeze thanks to the midsole’s FF BLAST PLUS cushioning. 

“This is a great, lightweight all-around shoe. It’s a long-run shoe, it’s an easy-run shoe, and it feels good,” @erinkbailey shares with TikTok viewers. She loves the Novablast 3 so much that she owns it in two different colorways.

Asics Metaspeed Sky

• Weight: 8.1 ounces
• Support: Neutral
• Cushion: Maximum
• Surface: Road
• Heel Drop: 5 millimeters
• Shop at: Asics

@mattchoi6

This sneaker is named “Metaspeed Sky” for a reason. The racing shoe is perfect for stride-style runners who want to extend their stride. The midsole foam and a propulsive carbon plate enable you to save more energy while still trotting at a consistent pace—even when you’re running out of steam towards the end of the race.

@mattchoi6 once ran the Los Angeles Marathon in the Metaspeed Sky by Asics and reports back: “It was super cushiony and responsive. I love how the stacked height isn’t as significant.”