Side by side comparison: Adidas Supernova Rise 2 vs Adidas Ultraboost 5

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$90$164$150$123$109

Strong Buy

Limited Availability

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 7Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Stable neutral platform
Roomy, comfortable fit
Durable outsole
Limited energy return
Not ideal for racing

Specs

Best for5:00–6:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack35.5 mm heel / 25.5 mm forefoot
Weight257 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A stable, comfort-focused daily trainer with a roomy fit and reliable ride for everyday runs.

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.