Running shoe comparison based on expert reviews, performance and real-world value.

Side by side comparison: Altra FWD VIA vs Altra FWD VIA 2

Altra FWD VIA
AltraFWD VIA

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.8

Solid

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$120$138$127$104$92

Reasonable

Phasing Out

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Roomy anatomical toe box
Stable wide platform
Comfortable plush upper
Limited energy return
Average durability
Moderate breathability

Specs

Best for5:00-6:45 min/km
Drop4 mm
Stack37 mm heel / 33 mm forefoot
Weight269 g
Terrainroad
Widthwide
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, roomy daily trainer prioritizing comfort and fit over speed or bounce.

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Altra FWD VIA 2
AltraFWD VIA 2

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$165$209$191$156$139

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 9

Pros & Cons

Plush max cushioning
Stable, wide platform
Roomy anatomical toe box
Lacks energy at toe-off
Can cause forefoot fatigue

Specs

Best for5:30-7:30 min/km
Drop4 mm
Stack37 mm heel / 33 mm forefoot
Weight267 g
Terrainroad
Widthwide
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Max-cushioned comfort trainer for steady miles and recovery, prioritizing protection over speed.

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