Side by side comparison: Adidas Hyperboost Edge vs Puma MagMax Nitro 2

Product Judgment

8.6

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$200$254$233$191$169

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 9Stability: 8Durability: 7Fun to Ride: 8

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 7Race: 5Recovery: 9

Pros & Cons

Outstanding cushioning
High energy return
Stable for high stack
Limited breathability
Bulky at high speeds
Toe box could be roomier

Specs

Best for5:30-7:30 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack45 mm heel / 39 mm forefoot
Weight255 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Super-cushioned, energetic max trainer; excels in comfort and stability for daily and long runs.

Where to Buy

Puma MagMax Nitro 2
PumaMagMax Nitro 2

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.5

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$170$244$224$183$163

Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 7Stability: 9Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Outstanding stability
Durable outsole
Protective cushioning
Narrow midfoot fit
Potential Achilles discomfort

Specs

Best for5:30–7:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack46 mm heel / 38 mm forefoot
Weight266 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Max-cushioned, stable daily trainer with durable traction; excels at long, easy runs.

Where to Buy