The Saucony Tempus Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

Saucony Tempus is a stability running shoe designed for a variety of paces and distances. It is ideal for neutral runners seeking stable strides, as well as those with overpronation tendencies due to its supportive features.

The lab data shows that the shoe provides a balanced platform suitable for both short bursts of speed and extended runs. This versatility ensures that it can accommodate various running styles while maintaining comfort and support.


Pros

  • Stable but not aggressive
  • Responsive ride
  • Smooth transitions
  • Outsole is super solid
  • Bites on wet roads
  • Snug and secure fit
  • Breathable on warm days
  • Roomy toe box
  • Not heavy

Cons

  • Causes heel rubs
  • Expensive

Key Features

    Double up on cushioning: The PWRRUN PB foam provides maximum energy return, while the contoured PWRRUN Support Frame offers seamless support. A faster, smoother stride: The PWRRUN Frame supports your foot upon landing, and its curved shape propels you for a snappy takeoff. Unbeatable fit: The deeper contouring into the midsole allows your foot to sit into the shoe, creating a personalized and supportive fit. Lighter footprint: This style is vegan and made with recycled upper materials, making it an environmentally conscious choice.

Specifications

    Sole material: Rubber Outer material: Mesh Closure type: Lace-Up Water resistance level: Not Water Resistant

Saucony Tempus Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

Saucony Tempus Adidas Supernova Solution On Cloudflyer 5 Adidas Solarboost 5
Price $160 $140 $170 $120
Pace Daily running Daily running Daily running Daily running
Arch support Stability Stability Stability Stability
Weight lab Weight brand 9.4 oz / 266g 9.8 oz / 279g 11.6 oz / 329g 10.3 oz / 293g
Drop lab Drop brand 8.5 mm 10.0 mm 7.9 mm 9.8 mm
Strike pattern Heel Heel Mid/forefoot Heel
Size Slightly small True to size True to size True to size
Midsole softness Soft Balanced Balanced Firm
Difference in midsole softness in cold Small Small Normal Small
Toebox durability - Decent Good Decent
Heel padding durability - Bad Good Good
Outsole durability - Decent Good Bad
Breathability Breathable Moderate Moderate Warm
Width / fit Narrow Medium Narrow Medium
Toebox width - Wide Medium Wide
Stiffness Moderate Flexible Moderate Stiff
Torsional rigidity Moderate Moderate Stiff Moderate
Heel counter stiffness Stiff Stiff Moderate Moderate
Rocker
Heel lab Heel brand 33.9 mm 33.1 mm 33.2 mm 32.9 mm
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand 25.4 mm 23.1 mm 25.3 mm 23.1 mm
Widths available Normal Normal Normal Normal
Orthotic friendly
Season Summer All seasons All seasons All seasons
Removable insole
Ranking Top 23% Top 30% Bottom 33% Top 46%
Popularity Top 34% Bottom 29% Top 48% Bottom 5%