The adidas range here includes the Runfalcon 5 and Runfalcon 6, Galaxy 7, Duramo RC2, Response Runner 2 and the Adizero Evo SL, which adidas describes as inspired by the record-breaking shoes of the Adizero running family. The Treadmove is for treadmill workouts and the Tracefinder is for trails. See all adidas running.

The Nike road range here includes the Revolution 7 and Revolution 8, Downshifter 13 and Downshifter 14, Run Defy, Quest 6 and Journey Run. The Juniper Trail 3 is the Nike trail shoe. For kids there are the Cosmic Runner and the Star Runner 5. See all Nike running shoes.

Yes. The adidas Runfalcon 5 for kids is a lightweight, easy-on shoe with Cloudfoam cushioning. The Nike Cosmic Runner is a baby and toddler shoe with elastic laces and a hook-and-loop strap. The Nike Star Runner 5 is for big kids, and the Reebok Road Strider is a kids' shoe for running, walking and daily wear.

Several listings say so. Reebok describes the Lite 4 as suitable for walking, casual runs or daily errands. The Reebok Road Strider is described for running, walking and daily wear, and the adidas Tracefinder for both trail running and walking. Check each product page for the use the brand names.

CloudTec is the cushioning system On uses in its soles. On describes it in the Cloudswift 4 as a system that absorbs impact, and in the Cloudmonster 1 as oversized CloudTec elements that give a springy, cushioned feel. Other On models on this page include the Cloudsurfer Next and the Cloudrunner 3.