When it comes to the best women’s running shoes, Saucony is a name that always comes up. Even if we’re not quite sure how to pronounce it! (It’s sock-a-knee, by the way.)

Saucony have some history when it comes to running shoes. They’ve been helping runners to run in comfort since they were founded in Boston in 1898. Their guiding boulders were Good Performance, Good Health and Good Community. In recent years, they have improved upon their iconic designs, like the Triumph, and introduced some new and exciting innovations, like their speedy Endorphin collection.

But which shoe is right for you? We’ve tested a whole host of the latest Saucony shoes, and our expert testers have recommended exactly who each style is best suited to. Read on for our guide to the best Saucony running shoes for women…

Our pick of the best Saucony running shoes for women:

• Best for everyday miles: Saucony Triumph 23
• Best for comfort: Saucony Paramount Max
• Best value speed shoe: Saucony Endorphin Azura
• Best super shoe for everyday runners: Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
• Best carbon plate shoe for longer distances: Saucony Endorphin Elite 3
• Best carbon plate race shoe: Saucony Endorphin Pro 5
• Best for stability: Saucony Guide 19
• Best for max cushioned stability: Saucony Hurricane 25

The best Saucony shoes

Best for everyday miles: Saucony Triumph 23

Saucony Triumph 23 technical details

RRP: £170
Weight: 239g
Sizes: 3 to 10 (wide fit available)
Drop: 10mm
Foam: PWRRUN PB

What our tester said

“I’ve done runs of 4 to 6 miles in the Triumph 23 and I’ve enjoyed running in the shoe. It’s light, bouncy and fun. I’ve run on the roads in it at a few club runs now. To me it fits in my shoe rotation as a dependable trainer for easy runs. It can definitely handle you running a little quicker in it and you’d be able to take it out for some tempo run. It’s not as lively as something like the Saucony Speed, which is made for faster training sessions, but it’s more versatile than other cushioned daily trainers I’ve tried.”

Want more? Check out Laura’s full Saucony Triumph 23 review.

Best for comfort: Saucony Paramount Max

Saucony Paramount Max technical details

RRP: £200
Weight: 250g
Drop: 6mm
Stack: 43mm/37mm
Foam: IncrediRUN

What our tester said

“I was truly blown away by how comfortable they felt as soon as I put them on. Heavier runners, those with a higher ground contact time or runners struggling impact issues could really benefit from this shoe, as it’s so absorbent and squishy, with just enough bounce to deliver decent energy return. I was also a big fan of the design, which could be quite polarising – it certainly makes a statement, but it was one I was happy to wear proudly! I thought it was innovative and cool, and I’ll be wearing these for recovery runs or long days on my feet.”

Want more? Check out Holly’s full Saucony Paramount Max review.

Best value speed shoe: Saucony Endorphin Azura

Saucony Endorphin Azura technical details

RRP: £140
Weight: 212g
Sizes: 4-9
Drop: 8mm
Stack Height: 40mm/ 32mm
Foam: PWRRUN PB

What our tester said

“The Azura has slotted into my running shoe rotation with ease – I’d been looking for something to replace my old Mizuno Neo Vista 2 shoes that I’ve run into the ground, and the Endorphin Azura fits the bill perfectly.

I love the snappy, responsive feel and they’ve definitely given a sense of drive and urgency to my tempo runs, but they don’t feel nearly as difficult to run in as carbon shoes. There’s enough support that I don’t feel unstable in them, and they’re really comfortable for long miles. I wasn’t expecting to reach for them on my long runs, but have found myself wanting to trial them for race day. I’ve got a half marathon PB attempt coming up, and they’re going to be perfect for maintaining a steady pace over a longer time period.”

Want more? Check out Holly’s full Saucony Endorphin Azura review.

Best super shoe for everyday runners: Saucony Endorphin Speed 5

Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 technical details

RRP: £180
Weight: 204g
Sizes: 3-10
Drop: 8mm
Stack Height: 36mm/ 28mm
Foam: PWRRUN PB

What our tester said

“This is a really comfortable shoe, particularly as a plated trainer. The PWRRUN PB foam offers a good balance of cushion and responsiveness that is comfortable under foot. The nylon plate provides just the right amount of rigidity for propulsion without the harsh stiffness you can get from more aggressive shoes.

I’ve done a range of runs in these shoes now over distances up to 10k. As you’d expect from a plated trainer, the Endorphin Speed 5 is most at home when you’re putting in a little bit more effort and running a bit faster.

Overall I think this is a great shoe that fans of the Endorphin Speed will be happy with. It would work well for those experimenting with a plated shoe who aren’t sure about a full on carbon race shoe, or for those who want a faster trainer for part of their shoe rotation.”

Want more? Check out Laura’s full Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 review.

Best super shoe for everyday runners: Saucony Endorphin Pro 5

Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 technical details

RRP: £250
Weight: 178g
Drop: 8mm
Stack Height: 39.5mm/ 31.5mm
Foam: PWRRUN PB
Special tech: SPEEDROLL carbon fibre plate

What our tester said

“These shoes have a definite sense of urgency, but one that makes me feel like I’m in the driver’s seat. I’ve been wearing them for my fastest interval sessions and they’ve really helped me pick up the pace, with a lovely responsiveness to that carbon plate that I’d usually associate with a much less cushioned, comfortable shoe. They’re a fantastic racing option – and they look incredibly cool, I must say!”

Want more? Check out Holly’s full Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 review.

Best carbon plate for longer distances: Saucony Endorphin Elite 3

Saucony Endorphin Elite 3 technical details

RRP: £300
Weight: 184g
Drop: 8mm
Stack Height: 39.5mm/ 31.5mm
Foam: IncrediRUN
Special tech: Slotted carbon fiber plate

What our tester said

“This shoe feels fast from the first stride. The combination of the IncrediRUN foam, full-length slotted carbon plate and Speedroll geometry creates a smooth, propulsive ride that encourages you onto your toes while maintaining an effortless rhythm.

Compared to the Elite 2, the ride feels less aggressive but more comfortable. The softer foam compresses more noticeably before springing back, making the shoe feel more forgiving without sacrificing pace. I also found the extra foam underfoot and reduced cutaways gave it a more planted, stable feel, particularly through sweeping corners and when fatigue started to creep in.

While I haven’t managed to race in this shoe yet, I’ve run in it at a range of paces on training runs. It delivers the explosive sensation you’d expect from a premium supershoe, but it now feels like a shoe you can happily slow down and cruise along in.”

Want more? Check out Laura’s full Saucony Endorphin Elite 3 review.

Best for stability: Saucony Guide 19

Saucony Guide 19 technical details

RRP: £140
Weight: 252g
Drop: 6mm
Stack Height: 39.5mm/ 31.5mm
Foam: PWRRUN cushioning
Special tech: Centerpath Technology

What our tester said

“On the run, the Guide 19 feels smooth, stable and dependable. The rocker geometry helps the shoe roll nicely through transitions, and I found the platform supportive without feeling intrusive. The cushioning absorbs impact well on roads, while still maintaining enough responsiveness to stop the ride feeling flat.

It’s not a fast shoe, but I found it handled everything from short recovery runs to longer steady sessions comfortably. The wider base also gives a reassuringly planted feel, especially on tired legs.”

Want more? Check out Laura’s full Saucony Guide 19 review.

Best for max cushioned stability: Saucony Hurricane 25

Saucony Hurricane 25 technical details

RRP: £165
Weight: 256g
Sizes: 3-10 (wide fit option)
Drop: 6mm
Stack Height: 32mm/ 38mm
Foam: PWRRUN PB

What our tester said

“I’ve run two easy 10k runs in these – both were on smooth roads and pavements where these shoes are happiest. They feel soft, stable, and smooth. The rocker geometry helps roll you forward effortlessly, while the PWRRUN PB midsole provides energy return that keeps the shoe feeling lively despite its plushness.

This is not a tempo shoe, the weight and cushioning make it more suited to steady paces. But for long runs, recovery miles, and everyday training it feels like a dependable and enjoyable option.”

Want more? Check out Laura’s full Saucony Hurricane 25 review.