Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
Exact average 84.6 · 4 printed, 5 estimated · printed scores only: 84
Image: Saucony9 professional reviewers tested the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5, and 8 recommend it. Most praised: performance and ease of use. Most common complaint: price.
Reviewed by RunRepeat, Run to the Finish, Tom's Guide and 6 more
The catch: The price went up and durability is only average.
5 of these 9 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.
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What 9 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 94RunRepeat
Lab and road testing show the Speed 5 has excellent energy return, a smooth ride and a very airy upper.
Read RunRepeat review - 90Run to the Finish
An updated, versatile speed trainer that feels efficient and comfortable on short and long efforts, held back only by a narrow fit with no wide option.
Read Run to the Finish review - 80Tom's Guide
After about 60 miles, the tester finds it a versatile, fast shoe that handles everything from recovery runs to a parkrun race.
Read Tom's Guide review - 70RunningShoesGuru
The reviewer says it lost some of its punch, feels more like a relaxed daily trainer and is overpriced, preferring the previous version.
Read RunningShoesGuru review - 89est.Runner's World / Outside Run
The reviewer finds the Speed 5 a predictable, lively all-rounder that feels good at every pace and improves on durability and ventilation.
Read Runner's World / Outside Run review - 89est.Doctors of Running
The reviewer's favorite Endorphin Speed so far, a versatile bouncy nylon-plated trainer with a smoother heel and better fit.
Read Doctors of Running review - 83est.Believe in the Run
A solid, versatile tempo shoe with only subtle updates, a more breathable upper and a bouncy ride.
Read Believe in the Run review - 83est.NBC Select
Picked as the best speed shoe, favoured by a running coach and an editor for marathons and speedwork.
Read NBC Select review - 83est.The Strategist
Recommended as a versatile performance shoe that handles daily runs, long runs and workouts.
Read The Strategist review
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Common questions
Is the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 worth it?
Most critics think so: 8 of 9 recommend it. The price went up and durability is only average.
Do critics agree about the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5?
Broad agreement: scores range from 70 (RunningShoesGuru) to 94 (RunRepeat), a spread of 24 points across 9 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What do critics dislike about the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5?
Price (3 of 9 reviews), Durability (2 of 9 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5?
The Hoka Skyflow (critic score 88), top pick, narrowly.