Side by side comparison: Mizuno Neo Vista 3 vs Mizuno Wave Rider 29

Mizuno Neo Vista 3
MizunoNeo Vista 3

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$200$216$198$162$144

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Energetic, lively ride
Smooth roll-through
Improved secure fit
Snug fit for wide feet
Warm, less breathable upper

Specs

Best for4:45–6:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack44.5 mm heel / 36.5 mm forefoot
Weight263 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateComposite

Judgment Summary

Energetic daily trainer with a lively ride and improved fit, best for neutral-footed runners.

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Mizuno Wave Rider 29
MizunoWave Rider 29

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$150$164$150$123$109

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Durable outsole
Stable ride
Breathable upper
Rigid midfoot feel
Limited energy return

Specs

Best for5:00-6:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack39 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight261 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateComposite

Judgment Summary

Modernized daily trainer with stable, durable ride and improved comfort; lacks standout energy return.

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