Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 vs Endorphin Speed 6

Endorphin Pro 5 or Endorphin Speed 6? Here’s how they compare on feel, fit, brand specs and price, from the fitting team at The Run House.

The short answer

Want a carbon super shoe that’s stable and forgiving? Get the Endorphin Pro 5.

Want a lighter, bouncier plated shoe for workouts? Get the Endorphin Speed 6.

Get the Endorphin Pro 5 if

• You want the softer, more cushioned ride
• Long runs are your thing
• You have slimmer feet and like a snug fit
• You like a stiffer, rocker-style forefoot that rolls you forward

Get the Endorphin Speed 6 if

• You like a firmer, more stable feel
• You need a roomier fit
• You like a less rigid forefoot
• You need a wide width

On the run

Endorphin Pro 5: The stable, beginner-friendly super shoe. Fast and stable for a super shoe, with a stiff carbon plate and a strong rocker that rolls you forward. The foam is a touch softer than before, and it suits heel strikers and first-time super shoe racers.

Endorphin Speed 6: The plated workout shoe, sharpened. Springy and quick, with a stiff nylon plate and a strong rocker that rolls you forward at tempo pace. It’s on the firm side, so slow easy runs can feel harsh.

Specs side by side

Stack, drop and weight come from each brand’s own website. Numbers marked * aren’t published by the brand and come from other published specs. Weights are for the size each brand quotes. Expected life is our estimate.

Fit

Endorphin Pro 5. True to size with a secure fit and a stretchy knit tongue. The toebox is on the narrow side.

Endorphin Speed 6. Some testers found it a touch short, so if you’re between sizes, go up a half. The toebox is roomier than the Speed 5’s, though the midfoot can feel snug. Wide available.

Try them on

Come try on both at The Run House in Walpole, Needham or Falmouth. Gait analysis is always free.

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