Adidas vs. Nike — 15 affordable running shoe deals with up to 50% off

Whether you're at the beach, gym or grabbing a coffee, these sandals do the job. They feature a contoured footbed that makes them comfy to walk in, and a hook-and-loop bandage upper dries quickly. Additionally, they complement everything perfectly.

Score a discount on the Adidas X_PLR Path sneakers. With a flexible upper and grippy, durable outsoles, these are the perfect workout companion. The midsole features a hybrid of Adidas' Boost and Bounce tech, giving a springy and responsive feel underfoot.

This is about as budget-friendly a running shoe as you'll find with this Adidas sneaker on sale starting from $39. It usually sells for $70, so this is a solid discount. If you're a hardcore runner, you might want something a little more expensive, but for casual runners, these will do the job.

These Adidas casual sneakers are inspired by the style of running shoes, but they mostly deserve a place in your wardrobe because of the awesome animal print. (They also come in four plain color schemes if you're not a fan.) Their soft and stretchy flexible upper makes them super comfortable.

The Runfalcon 5 is an entry-level running shoe that offers a high level of comfort thanks to the Cloudfoam midsole. The Runfalcon 5 are a great budget option for occasional runners, and they look good for casual use as well.

These Adidas running shoes look super sleek in all-white. With Dreamstrike EVA midsole cushioning, they'll reduce impact on your feet to keep you running for longer without discomfort.

The Adidas Ultradream DNA Sneaker takes design cues from the Ultraboost 1.0 running shoes, but are made extra comfortable for everyday wear. These have a flexible mesh upper that moves with you and a powerfoam midsole to propel you forwards.

Past the beautiful color scheme on this shoe, it boasts two main selling points: it’s made with at least 20% recyclable materials, and it’s a great distance running shoe. It’s equipped with a breathable mesh upper, a grippy and durable outsole, and a full-length cushioned midsole.

These Nike shoes will make you feel like you're defying the laws of physics. These have a cushioned midsole with reliable traction and a lightweight, breathable design. They're also super affordable with this discount.

These Nike road runners are on sale starting from just $53, which is a steal. They're packed with cushioning, have a breathable mesh upper and a flexible outsole.

Enhance your training sessions in the gym with the Nike Air Monarch IV. They're durable, lightweight and supportive — and beloved by shoppers on Amazon, with one reviewer writing "Great comfort, cushioning, long-wearing and a great value."

Great for a variety of workouts, the Nike Flex Train are a steal with prices starting from $59. These are designed to be extra lightweight and flexible, with comfortable cushioning along the entire midsole. They also look pretty great.

These affordable running shoes are designed for new runners, but still provide everything you need out of a pair of sneakers. They have soft, responsive cushioning on board and stay secure on your feet.

Featuring a lightweight mesh upper, full length Nike Air foam cushioning, and that signature rubber waffle outsole, these road running shoes are great for daily runners who prefer pounding pavements with plenty of padding underfoot. Elastic midsole support provides a secure, comfortable fit with a soft, springy stride.

The Pegasus 41 is Nike's popular daily trainer. The new ReactX midsole and higher stack on the Pegasus 41 give it a softer ride than its predecessors, but it’s not so squishy underfoot as to be unstable in any way. It’s a balanced midsole that is comfortable for easy and long runs, but has a little bounce to it when you want to up the pace. Read our full Nike Pegasus 41 review here to find out more — and just note that the newer Nike Pegasus 42 is now available.