In terms of durability, the mesh creases are terrible. The photos are after 2 months of use for jogging (about 90 km, not gym workouts where you stress the shoe in that area). It's the first time I've encountered such durability in a shoe costing around 150 euros. Also, the foot gets quite hot on the sole, there is not proper ventilation from below. Try something else, this is a very bad Asics.

The best shoe for everyday use... Comfortable for walking, wide at the front for the toes. Worth the money

for this much money, the shoe tore in 8 months on the top right and left. it has an amazing sole, very light for running and walking, you don't feel anything, but it has very thin fabric that tears easily. unacceptable for such a shoe. I don't run, only use it for everyday wear.

After 300km of running
I am 75kg
They can't withstand ...

The quality of this shoe in terms of durability is actually worse than a shoe from Temu. In the same job, my previous Asics that I bought for 70 euros lasted about 4 years before they got holes. These didn't last even 6 months. Four holes in each, one side of the sole is worn out, causing you to step unevenly. As for the 'good grip', it lasted one week for me. After that, it 'flattened' as if you were wearing All Stars. No slip resistance as advertised. My adductors became like Roberto Carlos' from my daily effort to keep my balance and not have my legs suddenly split into some awkward ballet position. The worst purchase I've made in recent years. Anyone working in catering, don't be fooled and buy them. These shoes are for six months only and just for walking. Nothing else.

I got them for standing. 10 hours plus. For running, walking they are excellent. I feel like they sink after hours of standing but still they are some of the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn

At the top they wear out very quickly from the toes, their material is made from recycled plastic, as stated on their packaging. Price-performance ratio is very low

I had the NovaBlast 3 with which I did 850 km of jogging, the 5s seem almost just as good, soft landing and good rebound.

Amazing shoe, it really moves by itself! Whether on a tempo run or a long run (up to 20 km which I have done), I have not had the slightest complaint so far! I have had it for 6 months and have done 450 km so far on asphalt and mainly on tartan. Its pop has not decreased, nor its overall performance. It has not shown the slightest wear so far. All the others who had theirs torn and complain about their money, as they say, either were unlucky and got a defective product, or they simply do not take care of them and then blame Asics. And I read the same things about the Novablast 3, but I have had mine for 4 years with minimal wear, WITHOUT TEARS. In conclusion, if you take care of something, it lasts; if you act like a typical Greek, you blame others.

The best in their category, especially for me as a heavier runner. I tried them on long runs up to 32km several times, always without any issues

My wife, who has a chronic problem with her foot, has loved them... She rarely wears anything else though. The older models had an issue where the upper fabric wore out relatively quickly... The latest ones seem to be of higher quality.

The shoes are terrible, in 4 months the upper part of the fabric came apart, they are not worth this money for any reason, let alone the good rating they have. After so many years I changed shoes, and I didn't get Adidas, and I deeply regretted it. Of course, I regret the money I spent!

I was a fan of this particular shoe until the novaplast 5 came out. The upper part of the shoe gets ruined within 2 months. It opens up and tears. I walk 6 to 10 km every day, 185 cm tall, 85 kg. I expected them to fix the model. I will not buy it again.

Wonderful shoe, soft, comfortable, relaxing as if you are stepping on a cloud. As for durability, time will tell

I was using the Asics GT-2000 13 and after 850 km of running it was time to replace them.
The difference is huge.
I feel like I'm walking on clouds. Perfect rebound while running (distances 5-10 km).
I highly recommend them.

If you have a high instep, don't buy them at all. I had Hoka Clifton before. After that, night and day in comfort. The Novablast's midsole is very bad.

They are the softest shoes my husband has ever worn! He got them after much persuasion but he has really enjoyed them! I got exactly the same ones in a different color too

For me, the best VFM running shoe! I previously had the 4. It is good up to pace 4-4:30 but also good for training! 1.80 height, 80 kg weight.

I work in catering and the hours of standing are many, I didn't buy the shoes because they are well-known but because they were among the best options for supination, nevertheless they haven't helped as much as the Kinsei max did but they are much lighter and softer. I might buy them again.

After 6 months of daily use, they tore. Whether that's reasonable or not, the price does not match the result.
They definitely have a very good sole, but even that, after daily use, your foot gets used to it and you don't feel a difference or relief.
Also, they do not support the torso well, resulting in back pain, especially if you have a problem.
In my opinion, get more affordable shoes with a medium sole, put in soft insoles whether from a well-known company or not, it will make a difference for the expected period the shoes last.

Very good shoe but completely unsuitable for overpronation. Since I don't run, I thought I wouldn't have a problem, but even for simple walking, such a tall shoe without arch support is uncomfortable and possibly dangerous. Don't make the same mistake I did. Review update 21.5.26. Unacceptable build quality, in 4 months the shoes are ready to be thrown away! Each one has three holes on the top and the soles have come unglued underneath! Unbelievable, it's the first time I've regretted my money so much and we're talking about light use and zero running! Truly shameful, I hadn't bought ASICS for 20 years and I won't for another 20.

amazing shoe for all around training...5ks and 10ks that I do are perfect. and why not even more....

What they offer you in terms of feeling while walking, standing, and the overall protection your foot feels, you simply won't find in another brand name at this price. However, there are questions regarding the build quality, with the side covering material tearing - opening up, as well as the sole, from which pieces start to come off extremely easily from the very beginning, no matter how careful you are.
I bought them for €134 in June and now in December, after not even half a year, they look as if they've been worn for 2-3 years...
They also smell bad even after a short time, something that didn't happen when I wore the Gel Kayano 32 (which also started to wear out relatively quickly...)

Quite soft with a nice drop without being unstable! It is a bit narrow in the toebox with low height for anyone who has a bigger than average toe. The downside is that after some kilometers it loses that magic energy return and "sits" relatively quickly. However, it remains a top choice for an all-in-one running and everyday shoe. Finally, dreamily light for the volume of its sole! 296g in size 47!!

Purchased for training and marathon race. Very comfortable for tempo and especially for long runs. I do not recommend them for walking or interval training due to not being highly stable

Very comfortable shoe but what's the point when you spend €160 and in four months both have torn on the side at the same spot, which shows a defective product and not misuse, I was wearing them at home and the office, just so you know. After contacting Intersport they replied that they can't replace them because it's normal wear and that's how long these shoes last. Another bunch of scammers, no customer support at all. Stay away from both so you don't waste your money.

I come from shoes costing 55-60 euros maximum from Nike, so the difference seems huge to me, and indeed I have never worn a softer shoe in my life, the sole is everything... It's like stepping on feathers while with the others it was like walking barefoot on the street. I advise you to go to a cobbler and put a piece of leather in the front of both shoes so that the mesh doesn't tear, because from what I read this particular spot is very sensitive.

Comfortable and lightweight.
After about 300 km of use on tartan, asphalt, and a bit of grass, they show no visible signs of wear.
They might be a bit tiring on long runs.
Dangerous on wet tartan or asphalt, they slip if you don't step carefully.
Under 100 euros, they are a unique opportunity, up to 120-130 they are a very good choice.

Update 25/03/26
I use them alternately with Adidas adizero sl2, they are more comfortable and stable at fast paces, but I think they get harder sooner. Around 600 km, I started to feel a difference, while with the sl2 I got close to 1000 km.
I haven't noticed anything special regarding external wear on the fabric, but I use them exclusively for running (tartan 50%, grass 10%, asphalt 35%, dirt road 5%).

Update 01/06/26
Close to 800 km, they started to tire me. Also, small tears appeared on both shoes at the point where the toes bend (that is, where the shoe folds). Very little wear on the sole.

Coming from mid-range shoes with low stack height and mild drop (which I even wore without an insole for better ground feel), I struggled to get used to them. At first, I only wore them for running (I didn't even want to walk in them because they seemed quite unstable and soft), but being a heavy athlete, as soon as the shin splints started hitting, that's when I realized the difference... The only remark is the toe box, which could be a bit wider for a more natural stride, greater engagement of the small foot muscles, and less load on the shin. As for the size, my foot is 26cm and for sports shoes I always choose ones with a 27cm internal length, which in my case corresponds to 42.5 (while for everyday 'boats' like Nik3 court vision, for example, I might wear 26.5 or 42).

unacceptable build quality. The sole came off and the mesh on the upper part got punctured (all this in 4 months). I thought I'd give the 5s a chance since the 4s were just as bad but...... Other than that, they have a good grip and are comfortable