Running shoe comparison based on expert reviews, performance and real-world value.

Side by side comparison: Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 vs ASICS Metaspeed Ray

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4
AdidasAdizero Adios Pro 4

Race

Product Judgment

9.5

Elite

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$200$402$368$301$268

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 10Stability: 6Durability: 6Fun to Ride: 10

Run Fitness

Daily: 4Long: 10Tempo: 8Race: 10Recovery: 5

Pros & Cons

Exceptional energy return
Plush, comfortable ride
Lightweight for category
Reduced heel stability
Limited durability
Narrow fit, low breathability

Specs

Best for2:30–4:45 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack39 mm heel / 33 mm forefoot
Weight200 g
Terrainroad
Widthnarrow
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Top-tier marathon racing shoe with plush ride, elite energy return, and some stability trade-offs.

Where to Buy

Buy on Amazon
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ASICS Metaspeed Ray
ASICSMetaspeed Ray

Race

Product Judgment

8.6

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$300$292$268$219$195

Unjustified

Limited Availability

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 10Stability: 4Durability: 5Fun to Ride: 9

Run Fitness

Daily: 3Long: 8Tempo: 10Race: 10Recovery: 4

Pros & Cons

Ultra-lightweight build
Exceptional energy return
Plush, bouncy cushioning
Poor stability
Limited durability
Not for heel strikers

Specs

Best for2:30–4:30 min/km
Drop5 mm
Stack39.5 mm heel / 34.5 mm forefoot
Weight130 g
Terrainroad
Widthnarrow
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Ultra-light, bouncy racing shoe for forefoot strikers; elite energy return, but unstable and specialized.

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