A versatile daily trainer with a firmer, stable platform that handles easy runs through tempo work, though some testers find it less snappy than expected and prefer the Evo SL. The refined upper and wide forefoot suit a broader range of runners, especially those seeking reliable long-run durability.
A jack-of-all-trades super trainer that does everything well without excelling at any one thing; the perfect update for fans of the Boston 12, though the Adidas Evo SL makes it hard to get excited about.
Best for: Runners who want one shoe that can handle daily training, long runs, tempo, and even race day reasonably well — especially travel or one-shoe runners, and bigger/heavier runners who will load the rods more.
Best for: Longer-range training or daily driving, especially autumn/winter when lighter Adizero uppers aren't enough
Outstanding value at GBP 140 with excellent fit, grip, and durability — the desert-island pick over the Speed 5 for the reviewer.
Best for: Value-minded daily training and tempo work for runners who want a cruise-y, durable ride.
A well-rounded, versatile daily trainer that EDDBUD sees as a sound and consistent performer with a wider forefoot and refined upper, making it suitable for a broader range of runners than the shoes it's compared against.
Best for: Versatile daily training for runners who want a wider forefoot and a consistent performer
A big but subtle update that makes an already great shoe even better; superb value and one of the best shoes EDDBUD has tested in 2025, covering many use cases from easy runs to marathon pace.
Best for: Versatile daily trainer for easy paces through marathon pace, including long runs with faster intervals.
A genuine improvement over the Boston 12 with a softer ride, better upper and tongue, and good value at £140, but it's a hard sell against Adidas's own Evo SL.
Best for: Everyday runners wanting a super trainer that can handle daily miles, tempo work, and race day.
#5 long-run shoe. Hard to categorize — Kofuzi puts it here for long runs with some pace.
An iterative refinement — leaner, less flared heel, more padding — but still positioned as a long-run-friendly workhorse rather than the classic tempo Boston Kofuzi wants. Set-it-and-forget-it for the right runner; less rewarding for those wanting the historical Boston identity.
Best for: Bigger and heavier runners looking for a reliable daily workhorse and long-run shoe — the firm Lightstrike Pro/Lightstrike stack rewards more aggressive heel and midfoot landings.
A solid, good-value super trainer with a firmer, denser ride; works well for faster efforts but feels less natural and versatile than the Speed 5.
Best for: Value-focused runners looking for a firm, snappy fast training shoe that also serves as a companion to the Adios Pro 4 for racing
Tommy sees the Boston 13 as a very good, stable and durable faster-training shoe that suits runners who prefer firm responsiveness over soft bounce, but he finds it less enjoyable and versatile than the Evo SL.
Best for: Runners who prefer a firmer, more responsive and stable shoe for faster daily sessions, intervals and tempo runs up to around 10-15K.
A versatile daily trainer with a firmer, stable platform that handles easy runs through tempo work, though some testers find it less snappy than expected and prefer the Evo SL. The refined upper and wide forefoot suit a broader range of runners, especially those seeking reliable long-run durability.
Reviewers note: UK sizing comes up small — go half a size up for Adidas; upper is much more comfortable than Boston 12 with good toe-box clearance and a snug-but-secure midfoot hold
Per The Run Testers.
The Adidas Adizero Boston 13 weighs about 255g (men's 9), has a 37.0mm heel stack and a 7.0mm heel-toe drop.
Reviewers compare the Adidas Adizero Boston 13 to Saucony Endorphin Speed 5, Adidas Adizero Boston 12, Adidas Adizero Boston 10 and 11, Adidas Takumi Sen.
Per The Run Testers, Believe in the Run, FORDY RUNS, EDDBUD, Kofuzi.
Next Pair aggregates 10 expert reviews of the Adidas Adizero Boston 13, including The Run Testers, Believe in the Run, FORDY RUNS.
Per The Run Testers, Believe in the Run, FORDY RUNS.
Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.
