Side by side comparison: Puma Deviate Pure Nitro vs Puma Velocity Nitro 4

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$180$162$149$122$108

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Lightweight construction
Durable outsole
Stable neutral ride
Snug toe box
Muted energy return

Specs

Best for4:45–6:30 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack38 mm heel / 30 mm forefoot
Weight220 g (men's US 9)
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Lightweight, stable daily trainer with durable outsole and snug fit; less lively than rivals.

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Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$100$158$145$118$105

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Lively, responsive ride
Excellent outsole grip
Lightweight and agile
Limited stability
Not for wide feet

Specs

Best for4:45–6:30 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack36 mm heel / 26 mm forefoot
Weight224 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A strong daily trainer with a lively ride, excellent grip, and secure fit for neutral runners.

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