Side by side comparison: Adidas Pureboost 5 vs Adidas Ultraboost 5

Adidas Pureboost 5
AdidasPureboost 5

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.8

Solid

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$80$134$123$100$89

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 7Tempo: 7Race: 5Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Lighter than previous version
Strong energy return
Breathable mesh upper
Limited vertical space in upper
Firmer cushioning not for everyone

Specs

Best for4:45–6:30 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack33 mm heel / 23 mm forefoot
Weight270 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A lighter, lively daily trainer with strong stability and durability, but a firmer ride.

Where to Buy

Adidas Ultraboost 5
AdidasUltraboost 5

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.3

Solid

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$140$108$99$81$72

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 7Energy Return: 7Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 6Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Comfortable Primeknit upper
Durable Continental outsole
Stable ride
Heavier than competitors
Lacks plushness and energy
Potential irritation on long runs

Specs

Best for5:00–6:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack39 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight292 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A solid daily trainer with a stable, comfortable ride but lacking standout softness or speed.