Updated 3 Nov 2026
Is the ASICS Gel-Kayano 32 worth it?
Yes — if you need support.
It keeps your foot from rolling inward, with plenty of cushioning on the firm side and excellent grip, so it suits flat feet, overpronation and long days on your feet. It's durable too. It's heavy at the heel, the ride is steady rather than bouncy, and it isn't the most breathable. The Kayano 33 is now out, so the 32 is often discounted.
84%of 87 owners give it 4 or 5 stars
- Very stable for feet that roll in
- Plenty of cushioning
- Excellent grip
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What owners say
Most verified owners praise the comfort and support, including for flat feet; the main complaint is outsole rubber peeling off early.
Good to know
- Heavy at the heel, at about 295 g.
- Firm and steady rather than soft or bouncy.
- Some owners found the outsole rubber peeling within weeks.
- The Kayano 33 has replaced it; the 32 is often discounted.
From 87 buyer ratings at Otto (Germany) and Rebel Sport (Australia), every complaint read by us, November 2026. How we do this
What they love
- ComfortableMentioned a lot
- Supportive and stableMentioned often
- Good for runningAlso mentioned
- Good for the gym or all day at workMentioned by some
- Well madeMentioned by some
What they complain about
- Outsole rubber or upper wore earlyOccasional
- Rubs the top or side of the footRare
Get it if…
- Your feet roll inward or you have flat feet.
- You want support for running and walking.
- You run on wet roads.
Skip it if…
- You don't need support — get the Novablast 5.
- You want a light, lively shoe.
More on the Gel-Kayano 32
How we reached this verdict
RunRepeat's lab rated it 86/100: very stable, with high shock absorption (133), excellent traction and good durability, but 295 g with low energy return. Believe in the Run's testers found it supportive but heavy at the heel and not the most breathable. Otto and Rebel Sport's verified buyers mostly praise the comfort and support; the main complaint is outsole rubber wearing early.
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: RunRepeat: ASICS Gel-Kayano 32, Believe in the Run: ASICS Gel-Kayano 32, ASICS (specs), RunRepeat: ASICS Novablast 5, RunRepeat: Nike Vomero 18, RunRepeat: HOKA Clifton 10, RunRepeat: Brooks Ghost 17, Believe in the Run: ASICS Novablast 5, Believe in the Run: Nike Vomero 18, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 3 Nov 2026How we decide