Side by side comparison: Adidas Adistar 3 vs ASICS Gel Nimbus 27

Adidas Adistar 3
AdidasAdistar 3

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.7

Solid

released 2025

Price Judgment

No price data

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 5Stability: 5Durability: 6Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Excellent cushioning
Breathable upper
Lighter than predecessor
Reduced stability
Average durability
Muted energy return

Specs

Best for5:30-7:00 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack40.7 mm heel / 30.2 mm forefoot
Weight275 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A comfort-focused daily trainer with plush cushioning and breathability, but limited stability and energy.

ASICS Gel Nimbus 27
ASICSGel Nimbus 27

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.6

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$110$246$225$184$164

Strong Buy

Phasing Out

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 6Stability: 8Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 9

Pros & Cons

Outstanding cushioning
Stable neutral platform
Durable outsole
Firm, less lively ride
Heavy for its class
Stiff sole limits flexibility

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack43 mm heel / 35 mm forefoot
Weight299 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A premium, highly cushioned daily trainer offering top-tier comfort and durability for easy miles.

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