I tested lots of shoes for my best walking shoe guide in 2025, and one of the stand-out pairs for me was the Skechers Max Cushioning Elite 2.0.
It featured as the best Skechers shoe for most of 2025, only to be unseated in November by a newer release.
Despite being supplanted, you can still find a pair online, and there are some great discounts available on certain colorways.
I found this pair reduced to just $74 on Amazon, which is more than $55 off RRP and a $10 larger discount than other colorways in the range.
The Max Cushioning Elite 2.0 is a great example of what Skechers does best: offering high-quality products at an affordable price.
I often test offerings from the big sports brands, and while I love Brooks and Hoka, I think Skechers is a worthy competitor, especially if you are on a budget.
If you have a trip planned where you’ll be on your feet a lot, I can’t recommend this shoe enough. It will keep you comfortable for long miles over hard surfaces, plus Skechers always leave plenty of room for your toes.