Ranked #4 of 5Reviewed by Mike Hun·May 20, 2026

ASICS Gel-Kayano 31

Name: ASICS Gel-Kayano 31
Price: 165 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (1 reviews)

4.6

Averaged from + undefined

The verdict

The Gel-Kayano 31 is the ASICS stability pick — flagship stability shoe with 4D Guidance.

Strengths

+4D Guidance System for support
+FF Blast+ midsole cushion
+ASICS premium tier stability
+Engineered mesh upper

Watch-outs

−Premium pricing
−Heavy by stability standards
−Some find it stiff

How it compares

ASICS flagship stability. Premium price. 4D Guidance unique.

Who this is for

At a glance: ASICS-brand loyalists with moderate overpronation.

Why you’d buy the ASICS Gel-Kayano 31

4D Guidance System for support.
FF Blast+ midsole cushion.
ASICS premium tier stability.

Why you’d skip it

Premium pricing.
Heavy by stability standards.
Some find it stiff.

Rating sources

marathonsports

4.6/5

“Gel-Kayano remains a top stability daily trainer with ASICS premium build.”

Our 4.6 score is the average of these published ratings. More about methodology.

Frequently asked questions

Is the ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 worth buying?

The Gel-Kayano 31 is the ASICS stability pick — flagship stability shoe with 4D Guidance.

What is the ASICS Gel-Kayano 31's biggest strength?

4D Guidance System for support

What is the main drawback of the ASICS Gel-Kayano 31?

Premium pricing

What sources back the 4.6/5 rating?

Our 4.6/5 rating is the average of scores from 1 independent running shoes for overpronation review — marathonsports. Click any source on the product page to read the original review.

How it compares

See all 5 →

Product	Rating	Price	Best for	Head-to-head
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25	4.7	$140	mild-to-moderate overpronators wanting daily trainer	vs. ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 →
Saucony Hurricane 25	4.7	$160	long-distance overpronators wanting maximum cushion	vs. ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 →
Saucony Guide 18	4.6	$140	mild overpronators or runners testing stability shoes	vs. ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 →
ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 (this product)	4.6	$165	ASICS-brand loyalists with moderate overpronation	—
Brooks Beast GTS	4.5	$160	severe overpronators or heavier runners needing max support	vs. ASICS Gel-Kayano 31 →

#1 · Top Score

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25

4.7

Best-selling stability. GuideRails unique. Mild-to-moderate overpronators.

Saucony Hurricane 25

4.7

Best shock absorption. Premium tier. 8mm drop.

Saucony Guide 18

4.6

Light stability. Cheaper than Hurricane. Less bulk than Adrenaline.

Brooks Beast GTS

4.5

Maximum stability. Heaviest. Severe overpronation.

ASICS Gel-Kayano 31

4.6/5· $165

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