Side by side comparison: ASICS Fuji Lite 6 vs Nike Pegasus Trail 5

ASICS Fuji Lite 6
ASICSFuji Lite 6

Light/Moderate Trail

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$130$184$169$138$123

Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 7Stability: 8Durability: 8Grip: 9

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 6Light Trail: 9Technical Trail: 5Door to Trail: 7

Pros & Cons

Lightweight and agile
Excellent grip
Comfortable fit
Limited rock protection
Not for long ultras

Specs

Best for5:30–7:30 min/km
Drop4 mm
Stack34 mm heel / 30 mm forefoot
Weight249 g
Terrainlight_trail
WidthMedium
PronationNeutral
SeasonAll seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A lightweight, agile trail shoe excelling on moderate terrain; a Strong performer for daily trail runs.

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Nike Pegasus Trail 5
NikePegasus Trail 5

Light/Moderate Trail

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$110$185$170$139$123

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 7Stability: 7Durability: 9Grip: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Light Trail: 9Technical Trail: 5Door to Trail: 9

Pros & Cons

Plush, soft cushioning
Roomy, comfortable fit
Durable outsole and upper
Limited technical trail stability
Heavier than previous version

Specs

Best for5:15-7:00 min/km
Drop9.5 mm
Stack37 mm heel / 27.5 mm forefoot
Weight293 g
Terrainlight_trail
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Comfortable, protective trail shoe best for easy miles on light to moderate terrain.

Where to Buy