Side by side comparison: ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 vs Puma Magnify NITRO 3

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28
ASICSGel-Nimbus 28

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.9

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$165$149$137$112$100

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

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 for5:30–7:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack39.5 mm heel / 34.3 mm forefoot
Weight278–280 g (men's US 9), 242 g (women's)
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, firmer daily trainer with premium comfort; Strong but less plush than past Nimbus.

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Puma Magnify NITRO 3
PumaMagnify NITRO 3

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$160$157$144$118$105

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 7Stability: 7Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Very comfortable cushioning
Outstanding outsole grip
Strong value for money
Too soft for speedwork
Can feel bulky
Moderate stability only

Specs

Best for5:30-7:15 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack40 mm heel / 32 mm forefoot
Weight300 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Soft, max-cushioned trainer delivering plush comfort and strong value for easy mileage.

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