Side by side comparison: Mizuno Neo Zen vs New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5

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.

Where to Buy

Product Judgment

8.4

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$145$220$202$165$147

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 9Stability: 6Durability: 7Fun to Ride: 9

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 7Tempo: 9Race: 8Recovery: 6

Pros & Cons

Lightweight and lively
Great for tempo work
Breathable upper
Limited stability
Not ideal for heavy runners
Average outsole durability

Specs

Best for4:00-5:45 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack35 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight230 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Lightweight, bouncy daily trainer excelling at speed and versatility with minimal support.

Where to Buy