The 9 ASICS running shoes with the best value for money 2024

The 9 ASICS running shoes with the best value for money 2024
Mikel Bejarano
Mikel Bejarano
Journalist and inveterate trail runner
Posted on 30-05-2024

ASICS is back. The Japanese company is one of the leading brands in the competitive world of running and an indisputable reference for our runners. That's why we want to put the spotlight on some of the silhouettes that are located in the most affordable segment of the wide catalog of the company; do not miss a detail, these are the 9 ASICS running shoes with the best value for money in this 2024.

If you are looking for a running shoe with quality performance but you can't -and don't want to- pay a high price, this post will interest you, and a lot! As we always defend from RUNNEA, choosing a shoe that fits your running profile, type of surface and use will be essential to enjoy the sport the most. So, take note and discover some of the most outstanding silhouettes of ASICS Running with a very affordable price.

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9 ASICS running shoes with the best value for money in 2024

Let's not be fooled, price is a very important parameter when it comes to deciding on one model of shoe or another. Below, we highlight some of the most affordable but no less attractive silhouettes from ASICS Running

ASICS Nimbus 25

With the 26th edition already on the market, one of the most popular shoes of last year is presented as a very affordable model for this season in relation to its high quality. The ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 maintains a simply spectacular configuration with the inclusion of the innovative PureGel and Flyte Foam Blast ECO+ materials. In this way, the ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 ensures lighter, softer and more responsive cushioning. Without losing the detail that we are also talking about a more sustainable model, because it uses recycled materials. Now, at a better price than ever.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: High
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 8 mm
  • Pace: Low, Medium

ASICS Novablast 3

The ASICS Novablast 3 was one of the best selling models in 2022 due to its evolution and renovation, making it one of the best running shoes for daily training. It stands out for its perfect balance between optimal cushioning, great energy return in each stride and, now, improved safety in the tread.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: High
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 8 mm
  • Pace: Low, Medium
  • Weight: 252 gr

ASICS Gel Cumulus 25

The ASICS Gel Cumulus 25 has been completely renewed in this latest version, presenting a similar design to the ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 and in which they stand out for being a comfortable and soft shoe for our daily workouts. Undoubtedly a good way to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the saga.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 8 mm
  • Pace: Low, Medium

ASICS Gel Pulse 15

The ASICS Gel Pulse 15 is one of ASICS' most versatile shoes. The upper of the shoe is designed with a lightweight technical mesh that improves airflow to keep your feet cool at all times. It maintains 20% of the shoe's main upper material made from recycled material and features Flytefoam cushioning that provides a lightweight and comfortable feel. With a weight of 256 grams and a drop of 8 mm it offers a soft feel and has a great value for money.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 8 mm
  • Pace: Low

ASICS Gel Excite 10

The ASICS Gel Excite 10 is a running shoe that can be a great choice to complete different daily workouts. It offers a perfect balance between cushioning, softness and comfort and offers great value for money.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 10 mm
  • Pace: Low, Medium

ASICS Dynablast 4

The ASICS Dynablast 4 is a running shoe that provides great comfort and stability during our daily workouts. The shoe features some of the most outstanding technologies developed by the Japanese brand.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 8 mm
  • Pace: Medium
  • Weight: 260 gr

ASICS GT-1000 12

This is one of the most important ASICS lines thanks to its new and improved edition. We are talking about one of the flagships for pronators of the Japanese brand, the ASICS GT-1000 12. A model oriented to offering a very successful stability and with a renewed character to enjoy in all kinds of distances.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training, Racing
  • Cushion: High
  • Running gait: Overpronation, Neutral
  • Pace: Medium

ASICS Gel Contend 8

The ASICS Gel Contend 8 is a shoe that adds some improvements, while maintaining that hallmark of being a running shoe aimed at the novice runner, who is looking for a model with optimal cushioning and adequate support. It is also a very versatile model, because it can be perfectly adapted to those short and medium distance workouts, as well as your scheduled cross-training sessions.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 10 mm
  • Pace: Low, Medium

ASICS Gel Kinsei Max

The ASICS Gel Kinsei Max is a running shoe that works perfectly for runners with a neutral footprint but also for those who also have a slight pronation. This new model incorporates some of the most outstanding technologies developed by the Japanese brand.

  • Surface: Road
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Overpronation, Neutral
  • Drop: 8 mm

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Mikel Bejarano

Mikel Bejarano

Journalist and inveterate trail runner

An Alexander Supertramp from '96. With the same passion for literature as for nature, my adventurous soul seeks to merge the most beautiful aspects of journalism with the most addictive aspects of mountain trail running. Traveling the world with my camera and my shoes, a dream come true. Enjoying every minute and squeezing my two great passions. Without the need to achieve great feats, but with a whole future ahead to reach my personal summits, I define myself as a constant, happy and insatiable worker with the desire to continue accumulating miles of travel, mountain and life, now with Runnea.