Side by side comparison: New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 vs Nike Pegasus Plus

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

Nike Pegasus Plus
NikePegasus Plus

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.6

Solid

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$145$123$113$92$82

Unjustified

Limited Availability

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Lightweight and nimble
Energetic ZoomX midsole
Flexible, natural ride
Narrow toe box
Average durability
High price for features

Specs

Best for4:15–5:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack33 mm heel / 23.6 mm forefoot
Weight245 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A nimble, energetic daily trainer best for narrow-footed runners seeking a classic, responsive ride.

Where to Buy