ASICS GT-2000 13 vs GEL-KAYANO 32

Which Running Shoe Is Better?

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ASICS GT-2000 13
ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32

Tested using Methodology v0.8.2

Updated Dec 18, 2025 09:09 PM

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Tested using Methodology v0.9

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Our Verdict

ASICS GT-2000 13

ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32

The ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 and the ASICS GT-2000 13 are both stability shoes, but they differ significantly in how they deliver support and cushioning. The GT-2000 13 is the lighter and lower-stacked of the two, making it feel more nimble but also firmer and less protective, especially on longer runs. Its 3D Guidance system provides mild to moderate stability through a flatter platform and structured midsole without the bulk of a full guidance wall. The KAYANO, on the other hand, uses a 4D Guidance system with more built-up sidewalls and torsional rigidity, offering more pronounced support and control, especially for heavier runners or those who overpronate significantly. It also rides softer and absorbs more shock thanks to its thicker midsole and higher stack, but feels heavier and less agile as a result.

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Variants

  • GT-2000 13 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
  • GT-2000 13 (Black/White - (Women - US 7))
  • GEL-KAYANO 32 (Black/Dark Currant - (Women - US 7))
  • GEL-KAYANO 32 (Black/Graphite Grey - (Men - US 9))
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Main Differences for
Marathon Racing

Threshold 

0.10

Marathon Racing 
 

4.6
5.4

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

27.2 mm
32.6 mm

Heel Stack Height 
 

35.3 mm
41.7 mm

Weight  

5.9
4.4

Full Comparison

Design

Weight  

5.9
4.4

Right Shoe Weight Photo 
 

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Right Shoe Weight Photo
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Right Shoe Weight Photo

Left Shoe Weight Photo 
 

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Left Shoe Weight Photo
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Left Shoe Weight Photo

Weight 
 

264.5 g (9.33 oz)
300.2 g (10.59 oz)
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Stack Heights 
 

Stack Height Photo 
 

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Stack Height Photo
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Stack Height Photo

Heel Stack Height 
 

35.3 mm
41.7 mm

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

27.2 mm
32.6 mm

Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.1 mm
9.1 mm

Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.0 mm
8.0 mm
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External Shape 
 

3D Model Full Shoe  

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ASICS GT-2000 13 3D Model Full Shoe
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 3D Model Full Shoe

Outsole Heel Width 
 

93 mm (3.7")
94 mm (3.7")

Outsole Arch Width 
 

79 mm (3.1")
78 mm (3.1")

Outsole Forefoot Width 
 

114 mm (4.5")
118 mm (4.6")

Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

2.63
2.25

Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

4.19
3.62

Internal Shape 
 

3D Model Internal  

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ASICS GT-2000 13 3D Model Internal
Preview 3D
ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 3D Model Internal

Internal Length 
 

285 mm (11.2")
280 mm (11.0")

Internal Heel Width 
 

70 mm (2.8")
68 mm (2.7")

Internal Forefoot Width 
 

96 mm (3.8")
97 mm (3.8")

Wide Sizing Available 
 

Yes
Yes
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Other Features  

Other Features Photo 
 

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Other Features Photo
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Other Features Photo

Tongue Gusset Type 
 

Fully-gusseted
Fully-gusseted

Plate 
 

None
None
Performance

Heel Energy Return 
 

1.3
1.2

Heel Compression Video  

Heel Energy Return  

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Heel Energy Return
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Heel Energy Return

Heel Energy Return 
 

65.8%
65.5%
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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

1.6
1.6

Forefoot Compression Video  

Forefoot Energy Return  

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Forefoot Energy Return
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Forefoot Energy Return

Forefoot Energy Return 
 

67.0%
67.0%
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Heel Cushioning 
 

5.7
7.3

Heel Cushioning Picture 
 

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Heel Cushioning Picture
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Heel Cushioning Picture

Heel Cushioning  

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Heel Cushioning
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Heel Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 550N 
 

2.62 J
2.98 J

Energy Absorbed At 1100N 
 

7.27 J
8.96 J

Energy Absorbed At 1900N 
 

12.90 J
16.53 J
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Forefoot Cushioning 
 

5.5
7.4

Forefoot Cushioning Picture 
 

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Forefoot Cushioning Picture

Forefoot Cushioning  

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Forefoot Cushioning
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Forefoot Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 800N 
 

3.36 J
4.29 J

Energy Absorbed At 1300N 
 

6.01 J
7.86 J

Energy Absorbed At 2050N 
 

9.02 J
11.92 J
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Heel Firmness 
 

6.7
5.3

Heel Firmness  

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Heel Firmness
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Heel Firmness

Firmness At 550N 
 

66.7 N/mm
57.3 N/mm

Firmness At 1100N 
 

136.6 N/mm
102.7 N/mm

Firmness At 1900N 
 

270.7 N/mm
199.2 N/mm
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Forefoot Firmness 
 

8.9
7.8

Forefoot Firmness  

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ASICS GT-2000 13 Forefoot Firmness
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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Forefoot Firmness

Firmness At 800N 
 

138.1 N/mm
106.5 N/mm

Firmness At 1300N 
 

276.0 N/mm
200.4 N/mm

Firmness At 2050N 
 

512.6 N/mm
387.6 N/mm
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Forefoot Long Run Cushioning 
 

6.9

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning  

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ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 Forefoot Long Run Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 10km 
 

7.53 J

Energy Absorbed At 20km 
 

7.35 J

Energy Absorbed At 30km 
 

7.25 J

Energy Absorbed At 40km 
 

7.18 J

ASICS GT-2000 13

ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32

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