Side by side comparison: New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v15 vs Nike Pegasus 41

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$150$157$144$118$105

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 7

Pros & Cons

Excellent stability
Cushioned, protective ride
Comfortable upper fit
Heavier than previous version
Stiff, less flexible ride
Outsole grip on wet surfaces

Specs

Best for5:00-6:45 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack40.5 mm heel / 34.5 mm forefoot
Weight286 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, max-stack daily trainer with firm cushioning; excels in comfort and reliability.

Where to Buy

Nike Pegasus 41
NikePegasus 41

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$130$164$151$123$110

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 7Tempo: 6Race: 5Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Plush, soft cushioning
Durable construction
Stable, wide platform
Limited traction on wet surfaces
Heavier than some competitors
Snug toe box

Specs

Best for5:00–6:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack37 mm heel / 27 mm forefoot
Weight283 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A plush, stable daily trainer with strong comfort and durability but average speed and grip.

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