Our verdict
Whether you're running, lifting weights, or walking, the Reebok Energen Plus is a fantastic all-rounder. Even better, it's cheap. As a daily trainer, it's perfect for easy or recovery paces in short to middle-distance runs. For long miles and faster efforts, you might want to consider other running shoes.
Pros
- Plush cushion
- Comfortable in-shoe feel
- Lightweight
- Breathable
- Budget-friendly
Cons
- Not for wide feet
- Shallow heel
Who should buy the Reebok Energen Plus
The Reebok Energen Plus is perfect for runners who are looking for a budget shoe that can be used for moderately-paced daily runs and walks on short to middle distances.
Who should NOT buy the shoe
If you're looking for a tempo speedster or a long-distance running shoe, you can skip the Reebok Energen Plus. It's not energetic enough for fast runs. And for the long hauls, its restrictive toe room can be snug.
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Soft and comfortable
Almost all reviewers agree that the Energen Plus from Reebok is very well cushioned. The tongue, heel collar, and midsole are very padded, they're almost "cloud-like." Even those with bad knees really enjoyed the shoe. The shoe is also perfect for walking and situation for hours on your feet.
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Apart from being very pampering, the midsole is also supportive and peppy. Even after 10 miles of running, runners report their feet feel great.
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"A sock with a sole."
This is how testers describe it. It's so sleek, they claim it feels like "nothing at all."
Well-ventilated upper
The shoe is reported to stay breathable even in hot weather.
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At $65, the Reebok Energen Plus is very affordable, yet it has the makings of a more expensive pair — plush comfort, support, and lightweight build. For reference, running shoes cost $127 on average.
Even though some runners did find minor quality issues in the shoe (such as a few threads off on the tongue) they didn't affect the shoe's performance and were considered normal for a shoe at this price point.
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Although its cushion has some bounce to it, critics state that it still "lags behind" in responsiveness to be truly speed-ready.
Constricting toebox
Loads of users share the same gripe over the shoe's narrow toebox. There are even those who had blisters because the upper rubbed against the toes. Unfortunately, the shoe doesn't come in a Wide version either.
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More than a few runners were concerned that the collar sits rather low around the ankle. They felt as if they were about to slip out of the shoe any minute.
Short tongue
Many find the tongue "barely enough" to prevent lace pressure, especially from the lacing on the topmost eyelets.
Energen Plus looks simple yet sleek
This Reebok shoe gained many fans with its minimalist and straightforward design. The wearers also loved the selection of monochromatic color options of the Energen Plus.
