Side by side comparison: Mizuno Neo Vista 2 vs Saucony Endorphin Trainer

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.

Where to Buy

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$100$157$144$118$105

Strong Buy

Limited Availability

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 6Race: 5Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Excellent forefoot cushioning
Stable wide platform
High energy return
Heavy for category
Polarizing fit
Blocky at fast paces

Specs

Best for4:45-6:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack42 mm heel / 34 mm forefoot
Weight285 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Max-cushion carbon-plated trainer with stable, plush ride; best for long, steady runs.

Where to Buy