Running shoes comparisons
What's the difference between the Asics Nimbus and the Kayano? Should you try a pair of Nike Pegasus or Hoka Clifton? Our no-nonsense comparisons will help you figure out which is the right running shoe for you
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Brooks Glycerin Max vs Brooks Glycerin
The Glycerin Max is a brand new trainer and is a spinoff series of the popular Glycerin. It has the thickest midsole of any Brooks ... (Read more)
Nike Zoom Fly 6 vs Nike Zoom Fly 5
The Zoom Fly was designed to be a cheaper, more durable version of the Nike super shoes. It's designed to be used for tempo, threshold and ... (Read more)
New Balance 1080 v14 vs New Balance 1080 v13
The 1080 is New Balance's most popular running shoe. It has plush cushioning, premium build quality and a very comfortable ... (Read more)
Hoka Mach X 2 vs Hoka Mach X
The Mach X is designed to be a more affordable, more durable version of the high end Hoka racers. It shares some of the same technologies as the ... (Read more)
Asics Cumulus vs Asics Kayano
Cumulus is ASICS's main daily training running shoes, while the Kayano is a premium stability shoe. What's the difference ... (Read more)
Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 vs Saucony Endorphin Elite
The Endorphin Elite is the pinnacle of Saucony racing shoes. Regarded by many as Saucony's fastest super shoe, the ... (Read more)
New Balance SuperComp Trainer v3 vs New Balance SuperComp Trainer v2
The SuperComp Trainer is the training companion of the SuperComp Elite. It's a more affordable, ... (Read more)
Hoka Rincon 4 vs Hoka Rincon 3
The Rincon used to be one of Hoka's most popular trainers because it was lighter and cheaper than most Hokas, however it has been on a hiatus ... (Read more)
PUMA Deviate Nitro 3 vs PUMA Deviate Nitro 2
The Deviate Nitro is the training companion to the Deviate Nitro Elite racing shoe. It's designed to be a cheaper, more durable ... (Read more)
ASICS Magic Speed 4 vs ASICS Magic Speed 3
The Magic Speed is the training companion to the Metaspeed racing series. It's designed to feel similar to the ASICS super shoes ... (Read more)
Nike Pegasus Plus vs Nike Pegasus 41
The Pegasus Plus is the 4th version of the Pegasus Turbo series. It's designed to be a faster, more premium version of the regular ... (Read more)
Nike Pegasus Plus vs Nike Pegasus Turbo Next Nature
The Pegasus Turbo series is a premium version of Nike's most popular trainer, the Pegasus. It has a better midsole ... (Read more)
Brooks Hyperion Max 2 vs Brooks Hyperion Max
The Brooks Hyperion Max is a cheaper, more durable training version of the Hyperion Elite super racer. It's designed for any ... (Read more)
PUMA Deviate Nitro Elite 3 vs PUMA Deviate Nitro Elite 2
The Deviate Nitro Elite is one of PUMA's long-distance racing shoes. It has PUMA's premium midsole foam, and is ... (Read more)
Adidas Adios Pro Evo 1 vs Adidas Adios Pro 3
The Adios Pro Evo 1 is a limited edition long-distance racer which was designed for elite athletes to use to break records. It ... (Read more)
Saucony Kinvara 15 vs Saucony Kinvara 14
The Kinvara is an immensely popular trainer with good ground feel and a natural ride. Over the years, the Kinvara has changed a lot. ... (Read more)
ASICS Kayano 31 vs ASICS Kayano 30
The Kayano is one of the best selling ASICS trainers and one of the best selling stability trainers in the world. Each version has a ... (Read more)
ASICS Superblast 2 vs ASICS Superblast
The Superblast is an immensely popular trainer due to its thick midsole, lightweight build and high level of versatility. Version 2 ... (Read more)
