Neither Adidas UltraBoost nor Hoka One Bondi 5 were recommended by experts this month
On 9 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 92 Running Shoes expert endorsements , however neither Adidas UltraBoost nor Hoka One Bondi 5 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Running Shoes received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Asics Novablast 4 or other critically acclaimed Men's Running Shoes of this month.
For reference, Asics Novablast 4 received 2 endorsements this month, from Men'sHealth (15 Jul 2024) and OutdoorGearLab (3 Nov 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Running Shoes | Tom's Guide  | Men'sHealth  | Best Products  | CNET  | Fit and Well  | Verywell Fit  | Healthline  | Runner's World  | Forbes  | OutdoorGearLab  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $200 |  Asics Novablast 4 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| N/A | N/A | Check price |  Adidas UltraBoost | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | Check price |  Hoka One Bondi 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Curious to see this month's entire Men's Running Shoes ranking? It's here
As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Adidas UltraBoost nor Hoka One Bondi 5 were recommended by key experts who publish Men's Running Shoes recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | Running Shoes | Tom's Guide | Men'sHealth | Best Products | CNET | Fit and Well | Verywell Fit | Healthline | Runner's World | Forbes | OutdoorGearLab |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $200 | Asics Novablast 4 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| 2 | - | $140 |  Hoka Clifton 9 | 2 | 3 | - | - | - | 2 | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | Check price |  Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 9 | - | 2 |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 41 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 9 | - |
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Expert reviews [19]
Total expert reviews: 19
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 15
| Highest score by OutdoorGearLab | 90 |
| Average score based on 19 reviews | 80 |
| Lowest score by livescience.com | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
No expert reviews linked yet for Hoka One Bondi 5.
From Seller:
- Lace closure
- adidas Primeknit textile upper
- Flexible Stretchweb outsole; Continental Rubber outsole for extraordinary traction in wet and dry conditions; Midfoot cage
- Responsive Boost midsole; Stabilising Torsion System
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From Seller:
- Synthetic
- Full length EVA midsole
- Breathable upper with a 3D puff print
- Ideal for road and concrete
- Wide width available
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