Side by side comparison: New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 vs Saucony Endorphin Elite 2
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2025
Price Judgment
Reasonable
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Stable for a super shoe
Comfortable over marathon distance
Strong propulsion
Not the lightest racer
Less explosive than top rivals
Limited daily durability
Specs
| Best for | 3:15-4:45 min/km |
| Drop | 4 mm |
| Stack | 40 mm heel / 36 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 212 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | summer |
| Plate | Carbon |
Judgment Summary
Balanced super shoe combining comfort, stability, and propulsion for marathon racing.
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Product Judgment
Elite
released 2025
Price Judgment
Reasonable
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Exceptional energy return
Ultra-soft, bouncy cushioning
Highly breathable upper
Narrow, stiff toe box
Limited stability
Fit issues for wide feet
Specs
| Best for | 2:45-4:30 min/km |
| Drop | 8 mm |
| Stack | 39.9 mm heel / 32.4 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 199 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | Carbon |
Judgment Summary
Elite marathon racer with ultra-soft, bouncy ride and best-in-class energy return.
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