Diadora Cellula

A soft-yet-quick-rebounding Anima-foam daily trainer on a broad, inherently stable 33/28mm platform. One of RTR's top 2024 picks for runners who want lively cushioning without extreme stack heights. Traction off pavement is weak and the price runs high for the category.

Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportMild
Drop5 mm
Heel stack33 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Diadora Cellula for everyday training miles and easy recovery days. A wide, stable base keeps it steady without stability hardware, so it's a good pick if you're mostly neutral but like a planted feel.

Daily trainingRecovery runs
Pros
  • Easy on the legs with quick rebound
  • Stable wide platform without posts
  • Italian styling and construction
Cons
  • Upper-end pricing
  • Below-average traction off pavement
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Skill profile
Support62
Cushion68
Durability70
Popularity50
Price60
Versatility52
Lightness72

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$170Price (MSRP)
33 mmStack height
5 mmDrop
9.8 ozMen's weight
8.3 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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