The 8 Best Sneakers on Amazon For Every Type of Runner

Joomra Women's Minimalist Trail Running Barefoot Shoes ($39, originally $43)

These sneakers are the number-one bestseller in the women's hiking sneaker category. They have rubber outsoles that offer plenty of traction and respond well to unpredictable terrain. They also have removable insoles to better support foot arches. As promised, the minimalist design mimics the feel of walking barefoot —just with way more protection.

Asics Women's Gel-Venture 8 Running Shoes ($60, originally $70)

Infused with gel technology and redesigned with new outsole lugs for better off-road traction, these durable and comfortable shoes help to reduce potential foot injuries while you're pounding the pavement. They're one of Amazon's bestselling running shoes, with over 19,000 reviews and a solid 4.4 rating.

Under Armour Charged Assert 9 Running Shoes ($60, originally $70)

With plenty of shock absorption, overlays that help with stability, and a mesh upper for ventilation, this shoe is built to help with super-charged sprints but can also get you through long distances. It's a popular Amazon pick with over 21,000 reviews and a 4.5 rating. Grab it in this simple black-and-white option or a casual 27 other color combinations.

Brooks Women's Adrenaline GTS 22 Supportive Running Shoes ($66-$181)

As Amazon's bestseller in the women's road running shoes category, this pair has racked up more than 20,000 reviews and boasts a 4.5 rating. If you were a fan of the previous version, this updated shoe features a newly designed midsole that offers even more soft cushioning for smoother runs. Plus, it comes in a total of 34 color variations, so you're bound to find your perfect match.

Adidas Ultraboost 21 Running Shoes ($92-$155)

These sneakers are so cushiony that they feel like you're walking on a cloud. Even still, they'll help you push faster and farther. The sock-like fit hugs your feet, which reviewers appreciate. "The upper part of the sneaker is thick and is designed to be more like a sock, which I like. It stretches to form around your foot," one reviewer describes.

APL Techloom Phantom Sneakers ($149, originally $185)

These sneakers are beloved for a reason. They're sleek, comfortable, and supportive. Our former editor took them on a five-mile run and was impressed by their performance. "It was a nice, neutral ride — more stability and cushion than a Nike Free, but much closer to a barefoot run than a stability shoe like Brooks Adrenaline; a supportive sweet spot, really," she writes. Check out more details of her experience in this APL Techloom Phantom Sneakers review.

Editor Quote: "I've worn my TechLoom Phantom Pro APLs on several runs; my longest run was about five miles. It was a nice, neutral ride — more stability and cushion than a Nike Free, but much closer to a barefoot run than a stability shoe like Brooks Adrenaline; a supportive sweet spot, really. They were also pretty springy, light, and soft but still had a controlled and stable feel. I'd recommend them for shorter training runs if you don't need a lot of support. I do need more support for longer distances, so I'll probably switch to something with a slightly more cushioned outsole and a bit more arch support when I start tacking on miles for training." — Dominique Michelle Astorino, PS contributor

On Women's Cloudmonster Sneakers ($170)

One of our editors trained for — and ran — a half-marathon in these sneakers, crushing her personal record. Not only do they turn heads with their unique design, but that's exactly why she's obsessed. In her detailed On Women's Cloudmonster Sneaker review, she raves about the stacked foam-pod design that she swears helped her pick up the pace.

Editor Quote: "Not to be dramatic, but I'm obsessed with these sneakers for training and racing. The first time I took off running in them, I couldn't believe how they propelled me forward thanks to their ultrahigh stacked CloudTech foam pods (which measure a tall 30 millimeters, by the way). And I enjoyed them just as much during a recent half-marathon (the epically beautiful St. Croix Crossing Race, to be exact). They have a bouncy responsiveness that I've never experienced with any other sneaker, and for that reason, I'm convinced they're partly due to why I shed a few minutes off my PR. After all, as the name implies, they're born to make you feel like you're running on clouds — and they master that sentiment in a way I didn't know possible." — Marisa Petrarca, contributing editor, Shopping

Angela Elias (she/her) is a contributing editor for PS Shopping, where she reviews everything from beauty products to kitchen gadgets, curates can't-miss sales, and creates "best of" shopping roundups. In her former roles at PS, she led the relaunch of its Latine identity and family-focused verticals, directed its Home vertical, and hosted shopping segments. She has nearly 15 years of experience working in the lifestyle space as a writer, editor, content strategist, director, on-camera talent, and publicist.