Diadora Cellula 2

A highly protective, stable 38/33mm trainer with a new supercritical insert that livens up toe-off. RTR recommends it for recovery days, long slow distance, and heavier runners. It gained nearly an ounce over v1 and runs short in sizing.

Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportMild
Drop5 mm
Heel stack38 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Diadora Cellula 2 for easy recovery days, everyday training miles and long runs. 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. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel. That's great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.

Recovery runsDaily trainingLong runs
Pros
  • Very protective and stable
  • Supercritical insert adds rebound
  • Great for heavier runners and walking
Cons
  • Heavy at 10.9 oz
  • Pricey for a mostly-EVA trainer
  • Runs short
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Skill profile
Support62
Cushion90
Durability80
Popularity48
Price60
Versatility60
Lightness63

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$185Price (MSRP)
38 mmStack height
5 mmDrop
10.9 ozMen's weight
9.3 ozWomen's weight
2025Release year
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