Saucony Paramount Max vs Saucony Triumph 24

Saucony Paramount Max

+ Praised

A very soft, springy ride makes easy and long runs its strong suit, but the tall shoe feels less nimble when pace changes.

Saucony Triumph 24

+ Praised

Light and lively for its size, with a smooth rocker that keeps easy miles and long runs comfortable; a few find it sinks into the foam and loses snap once the pace lifts.

Saucony Paramount Max

+ Praised

Reviewers agree the deep, responsive foam offers substantial protection and rebound for long mileage.

Saucony Triumph 24

+ Praised

Deep, plush protection that stays supportive well into long runs, and it bounces back rather than feeling like a marshmallow.

Saucony Paramount Max

± Divisive

The padded mesh and broad fit feel comfortable to many, but reviewers also report low toe volume, heel movement, a minimally padded collar and heat retention.

Saucony Triumph 24

± Divisive

Padded, breathable and roomy for most, but a couple of reviewers find the forefoot tapered or the toe box shallow, and two hit an insole squeak.

Saucony Paramount Max

± Divisive

Lab and retailer assessments are optimistic about outsole life, while one runner noticed early wear in exposed midsole foam.

Saucony Triumph 24

+ Praised

Generous rubber coverage and little visible wear in long-term testing, with most expecting several hundred miles.

Saucony Paramount Max

− Criticised

Grip is average on roads and can be unreliable on loose gravel, so it is best kept to smooth surfaces.

Saucony Triumph 24

+ Praised

Sure-footed on dry and damp roads, and lab traction testing lands well above average.

Saucony Paramount Max

± Divisive

A very broad base and sidewalls help some runners feel stable, but the soft, bouncy platform feels unpredictable to others.

Saucony Triumph 24

± Divisive

The wide platform and sidewalls mostly keep the very soft midsole in check, but reviewers split: several call it stable for a neutral shoe, while others find the heel wobbly and rate it less stable than the Triumph 23.

Saucony Paramount Max

± Divisive

The $200 price is steep, though reviewers see a case for it in the unusual foam, protection and orthotic accommodation.

Saucony Triumph 24

± Divisive

Many think $170 is fair for premium foam at this weight, but a sizeable minority call it steep for a daily trainer, especially next to cheaper rivals.