Side by side comparison: ASICS Megablast vs ASICS Superblast 3

ASICS Megablast
ASICSMegablast

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.7

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$225$194$177$145$129

Unjustified

Limited Availability

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 10Stability: 7Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 9

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 10Race: 8Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Outstanding energy return
Lightweight for max stack
Versatile for many run types
Narrow, short toe box
Minimal tongue padding
Limited stability for overpronators

Specs

Best for4:15–6:00 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack45 mm heel / 37 mm forefoot
Weight220 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A strong, energetic daily trainer with elite bounce and versatility, best for neutral runners.

ASICS Superblast 3
ASICSSuperblast 3

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.5

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$210$244$224$183$163

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 8Stability: 9Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 10Tempo: 7Race: 6Recovery: 9

Pros & Cons

Plush, energetic cushioning
Stable high-stack platform
Excellent outsole durability
Firm lower foam feels stiff
Upper volume too high for narrow feet

Specs

Best for5:30-7:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack46.5 mm heel / 38.5 mm forefoot
Weight239 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Elite max-cushion trainer balancing plush comfort, stability, and durability for high-mileage road running.