Side by side comparison: ASICS Sonicblast vs ASICS Superblast 3

ASICS Sonicblast
ASICSSonicblast

Speed Trainer

Product Judgment

7.8

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$120$178$163$133$119

Buy

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 7Long: 8Tempo: 9Race: 7Recovery: 5

Pros & Cons

Excellent traction
High energy return
Breathable upper
Narrow, restrictive fit
Firm, stiff ride
Low toebox durability

Specs

Best for3:45-5:15 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack45.4 mm heel / 36.4 mm forefoot
Weight255 g
Terrainroad
Widthnarrow
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateComposite

Judgment Summary

Firm, plated super trainer with high energy return and secure, narrow fit.

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.