Side by side comparison: ASICS Gel Nimbus 27 vs Nike Vomero 18

ASICS Gel Nimbus 27
ASICSGel Nimbus 27

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.6

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$110$246$225$184$164

Strong Buy

Phasing Out

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Outstanding cushioning
Stable neutral platform
Durable outsole
Firm, less lively ride
Heavy for its class
Stiff sole limits flexibility

Specs

Best for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack43 mm heel / 35 mm forefoot
Weight299 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A premium, highly cushioned daily trainer offering top-tier comfort and durability for easy miles.

Where to Buy

Nike Vomero 18
NikeVomero 18

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$155$209$191$156$139

Buy

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Plush max cushioning
Stable wide platform
Durable outsole
Heavy for daily use
Narrow toe box
Limited breathability

Specs

Best for5:30–7:30 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack44 mm heel / 34 mm forefoot
Weight298 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A plush, stable max-cushion trainer best for easy and long runs; Strong tier comfort.

Where to Buy