Side by side comparison: Mizuno Neo Vista 2 vs Mizuno Neo Zen

Mizuno Neo Vista 2
MizunoNeo Vista 2

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$140$209$191$156$139

Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 6Stability: 6Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Outstanding cushioning
Durable outsole
Smooth transitions
Soft heel reduces stability
Limited responsiveness
Loose fit for narrow feet

Specs

Best for5:30–7:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack51 mm heel / 43 mm forefoot
Weight264 g
TerrainRoad
WidthMedium
PronationNeutral
SeasonAll seasons
PlateComposite

Judgment Summary

A Strong max-cushion trainer excelling in comfort and protection for long, easy miles.

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Mizuno Neo Zen
MizunoNeo Zen

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.6

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$120$193$176$144$128

Strong Buy

Phasing Out

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 8Race: 6Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Energetic, bouncy ride
Plush, soft cushioning
Sock-like, breathable upper
Minimal heel support
Tapered toe box
Forefoot overlay irritation

Specs

Best for4:45–6:30 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack46 mm heel / 40 mm forefoot
Weight235 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A plush, energetic daily trainer with standout comfort and a lively ride, rated Strong.

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