Top 5 running shoes for high arches reviewed and ranked.
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 is our top pick for running shoes for high arches — an averaged 4.7/5 across 1 published review at about $160. Runner-up: Brooks Ghost 18 (~$140).
| # | Product | Rating | Price | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27Top Score | 4.7 (1 source) | $160 | high-arch runners wanting maximum cushion | $160 · Check Price on Amazon |
| 2 | 4.7 (1 source) | $140 | high-arch heel strikers wanting Brooks reliability | $140 · Check Price on Amazon | |
| 3 | 4.6 (1 source) | $140 | high-arch runners doing tempo and faster training | $140 · Check Price on Amazon | |
| 4 | 4.5 (1 source) | $140 | high-arch runners with pressure issues at midfoot | $140 · Check Price on Amazon | |
| 5 | 4.5 (1 source) | $140 | Nike-brand runners with high arches | $140 · Check Price on Amazon |
The Gel-Nimbus 27 is the best-overall pick — ASICS's flagship plush trainer for high arches.
The Ghost 18 is the Brooks high-arch pick — 10mm drop and DNA Loft v3 deliver heavenly cushion.
The Novablast is the lightweight high-arch pick — ASICS's energetic trainer for high arches who run faster.
The Gel-Cumulus 28 is the midfoot-pressure pick — more space through midfoot for high-arch foot shape.
The Pegasus 42 is the Nike high-arch pick — daily trainer with forefoot Air Zoom unit.
| Spec | ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 | Brooks Ghost 18 | ASICS Novablast | ASICS Gel-Cumulus 28 | Nike Pegasus 42 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drop | 8mm | 10mm | 8mm | 8mm | 10mm |
| Use | Neutral daily trainer | Neutral daily | Faster trainer | Neutral daily | Daily trainer |
| Brand | ASICS | Brooks | ASICS | ASICS | Nike |
| Midsole | — | DNA Loft v3 | FF Blast+ Eco | — | — |