Asics GT 2000 vs. Gel Kayano (Comparison 2022): Which One?

Asics GT 2000 10 vs Gel Kayano 29 comparison

These two stability shoes from the Japanese brand differ primarily in the level of foot support they offer to prevent overpronation.

Thus, the Asics Gel Kayano 29 uses a Trusstic unit, a firm foam on the medial side of the shoe (DuoMax), and other TPU parts to guide the foot while running and prevent excessive pronation. Therefore, this type of configuration offers an advanced level of support for runners who want enhanced stability during their runs.

On the other hand, the Asics GT 2000 10 is a lighter configuration with just a LiteTruss unit (more discreet than Trusstic) and foam sidewalls inside the shoe. As a result, it’s supportive but not as much as the Kayano. However, there’s an upside: the GT 2000 is 0.7 oz/19 g lighter than the Kayano. It makes it a good option for runners who hesitate between neutral and stability shoes.

Then, the cushioning is similar on both shoes, with just 3 mm more heel stack height for the Kayano: 25 mm compared to 22 mm for the GT 2000. However, the underfoot feel is firmer on the Kayano, which uses FlyteFoam Blast. The GT 2000 provides softer cushioning and uses FlyteFoam Propel.

Last but not least, testers note that the Kayano is a bit more responsive with its firmer platform. Also, they note that the Kayano is more flexible than the GT 2000, especially under the forefoot.

GT 2000 or Kayano: which one to choose?

The choice depends primarily on the level of support you need. People who want a high level of stability (at the expense of some comfort) will opt for the Kayano.

Others looking for more discreet foot support will choose the GT 2000.

Finally, the price difference between the two shoes is not negligible: the Kayano is the more expensive of the two.

Side-by-side comparison

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Overview
Description The Asics GT 2000 10 is a stability shoe with medium support. This new version is softer and more flexible. The Asics Gel Kayano 29 is a convincing update to one of the most popular stability shoes. It keeps the stellar support of previous iterations while being more lightweight and responsive.
Comfort
9
Responsiveness
8.5
Foot lockdown
9
Stability
9.5
Durability
9.5
Value
9.5
Design
8.5
Comfort
9.5
Responsiveness
8.5
Foot lockdown
9
Stability
9.5
Durability
9
Value
8
Design
8.5
Facts
TerrainRoadRoad
Support Overpronation (stability)Neutral
Heel stack height22 mm25 mm
Forefoot stack height14 mm15 mm
Heel-to-toe drop8 mm10 mm
Weight (men)280 g299 g
Weight (women) 238 g275 g
Features Wide feet, Heavy runner, Recycled materials, Eco-friendly
Athletes
Release year20212022
Technologies
Outsole AHAR, AHAR+ASICS High-Abrasion Rubber (AHAR)
Midsole FlyteFoam Propel, LiteTruss, Rearfoot GEL FF BLAST PLUS
UpperEngineered knitEngineered Stretch-Knit
Cushioning
Cushioning Soft Soft
ResponsivenessMedium Medium
Use
DistanceShort, 5K, Mid, 10K, Half marathon, Long, Marathon Mid, 10K, Half marathon, Long, Marathon
Speed Slow, Moderate Slow, Moderate
WorkoutsDaily running Daily running, Recovery
Kevin Le Gall

Kevin Le Gall

Kevin is the founder and editor of Runner's Lab. He started running in 2015 and completed his first marathon in Rotterdam in 2016. He's also worked for Under Armour from 2016 to 2018 and helped launch their running collection in Europe (in particular the HOVR shoes). In addition, Kevin is a 300-hour certified yoga teacher (Sivananda) and uses this experience to run more mindfully with a focus on well-being over performance.

1 thought on “Asics GT 2000 10 vs. Gel Kayano 29”

  1. Thanks so much for this comparison. As a overpronator (woman) I’ve used Asics Gel Foundation for years. I was lost when Foundation was scrapped. (The last version was hell). I needed options kinder to my groin. So I’ll be oscillating between the GT and the Kayano just purchased (after a hour of trying various options) from Run and Become in London Victoria.

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