Balega vs Feetures; Which are the Better Running Socks?

Wearing the right socks are a necessity when it comes to sustaining a run. Proper running socks help protect the feet from blisters and fatigue.

They also add extra comfort and stability. Many brand name companies manufacture running socks and include many of their unique features.

This article compares and contrasts two most popular brands of running socks that have made it to many top 10 list of running socks:

Balega No Show Ultralight and Feetures Ultralight No Show (essentially the same sock). 

Balega vs Feetures - So Which is Better?:

Customers flock to Balega due to a few reasons. One of the reasons is the price. The average price of a pair of Balega socks is $12, whereas Feetures are priced at $15 per pair.

It's a toss up, I like Feetures because of the higher quality material but Balegas' tend to fit a little snugger.  Below is my top choice from Feetures. 

Balega No Show Ultralight Review:

Balega made the No Show Ultralight with runners in mind as well as comfort. The No Show Ultralight is constructed with reinforcements in the common wear areas: heel and toe areas.

They provide protection without bulk due to the sheer, lightweight design. An embedded band around the ankle and arch serve as extra support in those areas.

The Balega No Show Ultralight has several features:

Feetures High Performance Ultra Light No Show Tab Review: 

Feetures considers this model to be their most technically advanced sock.

It follows suit from One of the Elite Max No Show’s attributes is the patented Target Compression, and the purpose of this technology is to provide comfort and support.

Feetures has such a cool, unique background to their brand. 

What are runners saying about the Feetures Ultra Light No Show:

Like Balega, Feetures made it on the many lists of best running socks. They do have similarities of the Balega socks, such as they also pad the feet well and highly-durable.

They also do not slip into the shoe and decrease foot pain.

Here are some differences they have that are positive and negative. When it comes to areas to improve,

Feetures have some similarities with Balega. Some of those similarities are sizes run too small and not really no show. Some customers also feel the quality has declined.

Here are some other areas for improvement

These are a great choice for those who have overpronation issues. Since some customers feel that these socks are too padded, these socks are not meant for those who do not require that much cushioning.

It seems these socks are ideal for longer distance runners. 

Though, customers state that these can cause blisters, and blisters are a common issue among marathoners as well as other runners.