Side by side comparison: New Balance 1080 v15 vs Puma Magnify NITRO 3

New Balance 1080 v15
New Balance1080 v15

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$170$170$156$128$114

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Plush, soft cushioning
Improved energy return
Lightweight for stack
Potential instability
Narrow, elongated fit
Limited arch support

Specs

Best for5:00-6:45 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack40 mm heel / 34 mm forefoot
Weight255 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Modern plush daily trainer with improved bounce, best for neutral runners seeking comfort.

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Puma Magnify NITRO 3
PumaMagnify NITRO 3

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$160$157$144$118$105

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Very comfortable cushioning
Outstanding outsole grip
Strong value for money
Too soft for speedwork
Can feel bulky
Moderate stability only

Specs

Best for5:30-7:15 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack40 mm heel / 32 mm forefoot
Weight300 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Soft, max-cushioned trainer delivering plush comfort and strong value for easy mileage.

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