Side by side comparison: Altra Experience Flow ST vs Saucony Guide 19

Product Judgment

7.9

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$145$149$137$112$100

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 6Stability: 8Durability: 6Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 7Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Soft, plush cushioning
Lightweight for stability shoe
Wide, natural toe box
Outsole durability concerns
Tongue can slide
Fit tricky for narrow feet

Specs

Best for5:15–6:45 min/km
Drop4 mm
Stack32 mm heel / 28 mm forefoot
Weight10.6 oz / 300.5 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationoverpronation
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Lightweight, mild stability daily trainer with plush comfort and a wide fit; outsole durability limits.

Saucony Guide 19
SauconyGuide 19

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$150$169$155$127$113

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 6Stability: 9Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Gentle, non-intrusive stability
High comfort and plush fit
Improved outsole durability
Heavier than previous versions
Limited responsiveness

Specs

Best for5:15-6:45 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack35 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight275 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationoverpronation
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, plush daily trainer prioritizing comfort and durability over speed or excitement.

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