The best wide fit running shoes for plantar fasciitis
Wide fit running shoes for heel pain, with room for wide feet and for insoles or orthotics, available in the UK.
Quick answer
For plantar fasciitis with wide feet, our top pick is the Saucony Ride 19, RunRepeat's "best overall" pick for plantar fasciitis. The HOKA Bondi 9 and Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 are close behind. A wide fit also leaves room for an insole or orthotic, which some NHS leaflets suggest for heel pain.
Our picks
- Top match£140
Ride 19
- Comes in a wide fit
- Balanced cushioning
- 8mm drop eases load on calves & Achilles
Fit True to size, order the wide (2E) version
RunRepeat“Best overall” for plantar fasciitis (Sept 2026)
255g 8mm drop
- Strong alternative£160
Bondi 9
- Comes in a wide fit
- Built for road miles
- A go-to for everyday miles
Fit True to size, order the wide (2E) version
RunRepeat“Best shock absorption” for plantar fasciitis (Sept 2026)
297g 5mm drop
- Also great£145
Adrenaline GTS 25
- Comes in a wide fit
- 10mm drop eases load on calves & Achilles
- Built for road miles
Fit True to size, order the wide (2E) version
RunRepeatWomen's Running“Best stability” for plantar fasciitis (Sept 2026)“Everyday support shoe” for overpronation (Apr 2026)
300g 10mm drop
Our picks
- Top match£140
Ride 19
- Comes in a wide fit
- Balanced cushioning
- 8mm drop eases load on calves & Achilles
Fit True to size, order the wide (2E) version
RunRepeat“Best overall” for plantar fasciitis (Sept 2026)
218g 8mm drop
- Strong alternative£160
Bondi 9
- Comes in a wide fit
- Built for road miles
- A go-to for everyday miles
Fit True to size, order the wide (2E) version
RunRepeat“Best shock absorption” for plantar fasciitis (Sept 2026)
263g 5mm drop
- Also great£145
Adrenaline GTS 25
- Comes in a wide fit
- 10mm drop eases load on calves & Achilles
- Built for road miles
Fit True to size, order the wide (2E) version
RunRepeatWomen's Running“Best stability” for plantar fasciitis (Sept 2026)“Everyday support shoe” for overpronation (Apr 2026)
269g 10mm drop
How they compare
| Shoe | Price | Weight (men's / women's) | Drop | Plate | Wide fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saucony Ride 19 | £140 | 255g / 218g | 8mm | None | Yes |
| HOKA Bondi 9 | £160 | 297g / 263g | 5mm | None | Yes |
| Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 | £145 | 300g / 269g | 10mm | None | Yes |
Why width matters with heel pain
Room for insoles. Some NHS leaflets suggest insoles, heel pads or arch supports for plantar fasciitis. They take up space, and a wide fit stops them squeezing your foot.
Tight shoes are on the avoid list. NHS advice for heel pain includes avoiding tight shoes.
Size up or go wide? Sizing up adds length, not width. If the shoe pinches across your foot, choose a wide fit (2E for men, D for women).
Frequently asked questions
Do wide feet cause plantar fasciitis?
Not directly, but shoes that are too tight are on the NHS list of things to avoid with heel pain.
Will an orthotic fit in a standard running shoe?
Usually, once you take the shoe's own insole out. If it then feels tight, a wide fit gives you the room.
When should I see a GP about heel pain?
The NHS says to see a GP if it doesn't improve within two weeks of looking after it yourself.
How we picked
Every shoe we track is scored on cushioning, stability, responsiveness, weight, drop, plate, width options and price. For this guide we ran that scoring for a typical runner with these needs and show the top three. No brand or retailer can pay to appear. How we rank.
This guide is general information, not medical advice. If you're in pain, a GP or physiotherapist can tell you what's causing it.