ANTA C202 5 GT   Review

Reviewed Dec 05, 2025 at 09:29 am
Tested using  Methodology v0.8.2 
ANTA C202 5 GT
8.3
Marathon Racing 
8.3
5K/10K Racing 

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Our Verdict

8.3
Marathon Racing
8.3
5K/10K Racing
  • 8.3
    Marathon Racing
  • 8.3
    5K/10K Racing
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Dec 05, 2025:  Review published.
    2.  Updated Dec 02, 2025:  Early access published.
    3.  Updated Sep 22, 2025:  Our testers have started testing this product.
    4.  Updated Sep 05, 2025:  The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
    How We Test Running Shoes
    How We Test Running Shoes

    We've bought and tested more than 250 running shoes. Every pair purchased with our own money, never supplied or sponsored by brands. Our data-driven tests are designed to go beyond marketing claims, and since every shoe goes through the exact same methodology, you can directly compare results to find the right pair for your needs. 

    Test Results

    perceptual testing image
    8.7

    Energy Return

    8.7
    Forefoot Energy Return
    8.6
    Heel Energy Return
    7.6

    Cushioning

    7.9
    Heel Cushioning
    7.2
    Forefoot Cushioning
    7.3

    Lateral Stability

    External Shape
    8.2
    Forefoot Firmness
    5.4
    Heel Firmness
    Other Features
    Additional Tests
    7.8
    Design Weight
    Design Stack Heights
    Design Internal Shape

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