13 Best Running Shoes For Wide Feet (Review) In 2022

The ASICS Venture 5 for men is an older model the company continues to pump out because it’s so good at what it does. For people with wide feet, it provides a nice roomy toe box and a removable sock liner so you can carve out additional space if need be. But beyond that, it’s a great shoe for sidewalks, trails, tracks and more and with the GEL cushioned heel it effectively absorbs impacts so you can keep running without discomfort or joint pain. Make sure you also check our guide to the best running shoes for flat feet.

The Venture 6 is the company’s upgrade to their versatile Venture 5 (see above). The major changes here include an adjustment to the character of the mesh upper to make it a bit more breathable and prevent odors. In addition, there’s a bit more vertical space in the toe box of the 6. Aside from that, there is very little difference between the two and you can’t really lose with either one.

While we’re on the subject of the Venture 6 we shouldn’t fail to mention the comfortable, durable, attractive Venture 6 for women. While there are subtle differences in the design intended to accommodate women’s typically shorter feet the Women’s Venture 6 hits most of the same beats as the men’s. Good arch support, removable sock liner, GEL cushioning and abrasion resistant rubber sole among them. You may also like to check our guide to the best running shoes for underpronation.

Here’s another pair of running shoes that wasn’t specifically designed for those with wide feet but has a toe box that is large enough to accommodate many of them anyway. The Cohesion 10 by Saucony features an injection molded EVA midsole a thick, grippy genuine rubber outsole and a mesh upper that’s light and breathable. They feature a moderate amount of cushioning and that toe box is nice and lofty as well as being fairly wide.

The 990v4 from New Balance is an older NB model the company resurrected by popular demand. In this case, though they didn’t just bring back the old 990. They made a few upgrades that make it a viable choice here in uber-competitive 2019. Ventilation has seen an upgrade as has the sole which is more forgiving than before and better on a wider variety of surfaces. These aren’t just a trip down memory lane. With their wide toe and outstanding build quality, they’re excellent all-around running shoes. If you are just a beginner, check out our guide to the best running shoes for beginners.

The New Balance Men’s Cruz V2 doesn’t look like a viable running shoe. It looks more like a discount sneaker that’s trying to hide its inadequacies beneath a snazzy design. Fortunately for runners, it’s actually a quality shoe with a wide forefoot section and the ability to really soak up shocks over a long course. It’s also highly breathable and the design will serve you well for both running and as casual wear.

We have to say right up front that we’re not crazy about the way the Altra Torin 3.0 Women’s running shoe looks. Mostly because of the textured surface. That said, you may love the way they look and there is no denying that they have one of the roomiest toe boxes around. If you have wide feet and have come up empty trying to find a pair of wide foot running shoes you might consider giving these a try. They breathe well, offer plenty of support and they’ll serve you well in the CrossFit box or out on the trail. If you are a passionate runner, don’t forget to also check our guide to the best zero drop running shoes.

The trend toward ever-bulkier soles is not one we’re fans of but the Olympus 2 Trail Running Shoe is not just a formula 1 tire that you lace up. It also has lots of room in the toe box, a fabric upper that does a good job wicking moisture and the shoe as a whole promotes a natural running motion that’s so important for avoiding wear and tear injuries.

With the Air Zoom Pegasus 35, we move in the opposite direction from the overbuilt running shoe toward a more minimalist design. This is a very simple, very handsome shoe with a wide forefoot and a rubber sole that the company says is for all types of terrain but which does a lot better on hard surfaces than it does on dirt or mixed surfaces. The Pegasus has been around since 1983 and continues to sell well because it’s comfortable, durable and (reasonably) affordable. Be sure to also check our trail running shoes for women review for more great footwear like this.

It’s going to take you some time to get used to the overblown sole on the Saucony Ride ISO Women’s Running Shoe. But once you do you’ll appreciate how effectively it soaks up impacts and the way it encourages your foot to adopt a proper motion, avoiding over-pronation. Like other models, the Ride has been around a while and this latest iteration incorporates a number of upgrades that involve proprietary names like “isofit”, “formfit” and “pwrfoam”. Suffice to say they make the shoe more comfortable, even over long distances.

Under Armour hasn’t wasted any time moving aggressively into a number of apparel sectors including footwear. Their Men’s Charged Bandit 3 Ombre Sneaker is a good example of what they’re doing to try and separate themselves from the pack. It’s light and airy, low on the sides, uses a non-traditional lacing arrangement and features a number of different edgy finishes. They also have a nice wide toe box for those with wider than average feet. Our handy guide to the best trail running shoes for men features more great products like this.

It’s hard to explain the look of the Hoka Bondi 6 Running Shoe. It looks like one of those giant hovercrafts that used to ferry passengers across the English Channel in the years before the Chunnel bleached the romance out of that journey. And surprisingly, the Bondi 6 gives you a ride nearly as smooth and uneventful as one of those hovercrafts. Cushioning is second to none, breathability is outstanding and the extra space in the forefoot will be appreciated by anyone with slightly wider feet. 

The Women’s Cavu from Hoka One is not quite as imposing as the Bondi 6 but it still features an oversized sole that’s going to take some getting used to. That said what won’t take any time to get used to is the spacious toe box, the sheer comfort of the thick cushioned sole and the lightweight airiness of the shoe. Find more great products like this by checking out our guide to the best stability running shoes.