Side by side comparison: Puma MagMax Nitro vs Puma Magnify NITRO 3

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.

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Puma Magnify NITRO 3
PumaMagnify NITRO 3

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.1

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$160$157$144$118$105

Unjustified

Widely Available

Performance

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

Run Fitness

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

Pros & Cons

Very comfortable cushioning
Outstanding outsole grip
Strong value for money
Too soft for speedwork
Can feel bulky
Moderate stability only

Specs

Best for5:30-7:15 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack40 mm heel / 32 mm forefoot
Weight300 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Soft, max-cushioned trainer delivering plush comfort and strong value for easy mileage.

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