The Asics Dynablast 4 Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

The ASICS Dynablast 4 is a neutral road shoe designed for budget-conscious runners seeking versatile daily trainers. With a focus on flexibility and comfort, this shoe is ideal for a range of paces, making it suitable for both casual joggers and more intensive training sessions.

The FF Blast midsole foam features a notable energy return, allowing runners to maintain speed over longer distances. The **flexible** design translates to a responsive ride, ensuring that runners feel fresh even after higher-intensity workouts. However, during our breathability tests, we noted a slight shortfall, indicating that the shoe may be less suitable for hot summer runs.

In contrast, the shoe's performance in cold-weather conditions was impressive, highlighting its capability for cooler climates. Overall, the ASICS Dynablast 4 stands out as an effective choice for those prioritizing comfort and adaptability in their running routine.


Pros

  • Versatile and comfy
  • Great for winter runs
  • Quite stable for a neutral shoe
  • Flexible and comfy ride
  • Impressively durable upper
  • Reliable traction
  • Good for gym days and general fitness activities
  • No break-in needed
  • Easy on the wallet
  • Sustainable design

Cons

  • Not for wide feet
  • Almost no airflow
  • Very thin tongue
  • Outsole needs improvements

Key Features

  • Engineered woven upper: Improves breathability
  • FF BLAST technology: Provides lightweight cushioning and a responsive rebound
  • Underfoot cutouts: Provide excellent bounce
  • OrthoLite X-30 sockliner: Offers soft step-in comfort
  • AHAR outsole rubber: Enhances durability

Specifications

  • Origin: Imported
  • Sole material: Rubber
  • Outer material: Polyester
  • Closure type: Pull-On

Asics Dynablast 4 Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

ASICS Dynablast 4 Skechers GO RUN Ride 11 ASICS Gel Contend 9 ASICS Dynablast 5
Price $110 $125 $70 $120
Pace Daily running Daily running Daily running Daily running
Arch support Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral
Weight lab Weight brand 9.2 oz / 262g 10.1 oz / 285g 9.7 oz / 275g 9.3 oz / 264g
Drop lab Drop brand 6.4 mm 6.5 mm 7.8 mm 7.6 mm
Strike pattern Mid/forefoot Mid/forefoot Mid/forefoot Mid/forefoot
Size True to size True to size True to size True to size
Midsole softness Balanced Soft Balanced Balanced
Difference in midsole softness in cold Small Normal Small Normal
Toebox durability Good Decent Bad Good
Heel padding durability Good Bad Good Good
Outsole durability Good Good Decent Good
Breathability Warm Moderate Moderate Moderate
Width / fit Narrow Narrow Medium Medium
Toebox width Medium Medium Medium Medium
Stiffness Moderate Moderate Moderate Moderate
Torsional rigidity Moderate Stiff Moderate Stiff
Heel counter stiffness Stiff Moderate Stiff Stiff
Rocker
Heel lab Heel brand 32.6 mm 34.1 mm 31.2 mm 39.4 mm
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand 26.2 mm 27.6 mm 23.4 mm 31.8 mm
Widths available Normal Normal Normal Normal
Orthotic friendly
Season Winter All seasons All seasons All seasons
Removable insole
Ranking Top 4% Top 2% Bottom 14% Bottom 32%
Popularity Bottom 16% Bottom 27% Top 24% Bottom 45%