Side by side comparison: Nike Pegasus 42 vs Nike Pegasus Plus

Nike Pegasus 42
NikePegasus 42

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

7.7

Solid

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$145$137$126$103$92

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Durable outsole
Stable platform
Roomier upper fit
Firm heel feel
Heavier than rivals
Less energetic ride

Specs

Best for4:45-6:30 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack37 mm heel / 27 mm forefoot
Weight300 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Traditional, stable daily trainer with durable build and firmer, less energetic ride.

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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.

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