Side by side comparison: ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 vs Nike Vomero Premium
Product Judgment
Solid
released 2026
Price Judgment
Unjustified
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Stable for a neutral shoe
Lighter than previous Nimbus
Secure, comfortable upper
Firmer than expected
Tongue can cause lace bite
Limited flexibility
Specs
| Best for | 5:30–7:00 min/km |
| Drop | 8 mm |
| Stack | 39.5 mm heel / 34.3 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 278–280 g (men's US 9), 242 g (women's) |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Stable, firmer daily trainer with premium comfort; Strong but less plush than past Nimbus.
Where to Buy
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2025
Price Judgment
Overpriced
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Exceptional cushioning
Plush, spacious upper
Stable for high stack
Heavy and bulky
Heel collar can rub
Specs
| Best for | 5:30–7:30 min/km |
| Drop | 10 mm |
| Stack | 55 mm heel / 45 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 351 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Ultra-cushioned max trainer with plush ride, ideal for easy and recovery road runs.