Side by side comparison: Nike Vomero 18 vs Puma MagMax Nitro

Nike Vomero 18
NikeVomero 18

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$155$209$191$156$139

Buy

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Plush max cushioning
Stable wide platform
Durable outsole
Heavy for daily use
Narrow toe box
Limited breathability

Specs

Best for5:30–7:30 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack44 mm heel / 34 mm forefoot
Weight298 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A plush, stable max-cushion trainer best for easy and long runs; Strong tier comfort.

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Puma MagMax Nitro
PumaMagMax Nitro

Max Cushioned

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$120$209$191$156$139

Strong Buy

Phasing Out

Performance

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

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 10Tempo: 5Race: 4Recovery: 9

Pros & Cons

Outstanding stability
Maximal cushioning
Plush, roomy upper
Heavy for faster runs
Abrupt heel landing
Tapered toebox

Specs

Best for5:30–7:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack47 mm heel / 39 mm forefoot
Weight290 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A strong max-cushion trainer prioritizing stability and comfort for long, easy road runs.

Where to Buy