Saucony Endorphin Pro 4

Saucony Endorphin Pro 4

Price$225
Weight7.5oz / 213g
Drop8mm
TypeRacing
Pros & cons
✓ What testers liked
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    Performance (50.8%): Strong propulsive drive from the full-length carbon plate and aggressive Speedroll geometry, helping runners maintain race pace and hit personal bests.
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    Plush Comfort & Dual Foam Cushioning (42.4%): Enhanced underfoot comfort driven by the dual-density PWRRUN HG and PWRRUN PB foam setup (especially women's).
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    Lightweight Construction (24.6%): Minimalist racing weight relative to its high stack height, promoting quick foot turnover (especially women's).
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    Bounce, Energy Return & Speedroll (19.8%): Responsive spring off the forefoot with smooth, energetic heel-to-toe transitions.
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    Breathable Upper & Lockdown (18.0%): Improved zonal mesh upper providing better midfoot security and airflow (especially women's).
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    Platform Stability & Support (14.8%): Wider forefoot and midfoot base offering reliable cornering control and underfoot stability.
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    Aesthetics (13.0%): Sleek, modern race profile and vibrant launch colorways (especially women's).
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    Joint Relief & Fatigue Reduction (7.5%): Good impact absorption that dampens road harshness and minimizes leg fatigue on longer runs.
✕ Where it falls short
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    Durability (15.3%): Thin lattice rubber outsole scuffing or wearing down quickly on coarse asphalt (especially women's).
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    Sizing & Fit: Runs Small / Narrow (14.1%): Snug toe box and low-volume midfoot prompting runners to size up by half a size (especially women's).
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    Heel Friction, Slippage & Blisters (5.0%): Minimalist heel counter occasionally causing heel rub or slippage (especially women's).
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    Value (5.0%): Premium price point ($225+) making it an expensive option for non-race training miles (especially women's).
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    Narrow Midfoot / Ankle Instability (3.4%): High stack height creating slight wobbliness on sharp cornering or uneven surfaces.
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    Noise (0.5%): Rare slap or squeaking sound on smooth indoor surfaces.
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