Head-to-Head Comparison
Nike Vaporfly 3 vs Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4
Nike
Vaporfly 3
Engineered for PRs, the Nike Vaporfly 3 combines a carbon fiber plate with elite-level foam to create one of the fastest shoes in the game. Light, propulsive, and built for the 5K to marathon distance.
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Adizero Adios Pro 4
Engineered for PRs, the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 combines a carbon fiber plate with elite-level foam to create one of the fastest shoes in the game. Light, propulsive, and built for the 5K to marathon distance.
Full review →Spec comparison
| Spec | Nike Vaporfly 3 | Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $260 | $250 |
| Weight | 7 oz | 7 oz |
| Stack Height | 40mm | 39mm |
| Drop | 8mm | 6mm |
| Cushion | Moderate | Moderate |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral |
| Widths | standard | standard |
| Surface | road, track | road, track |
| Carbon Plate | Yes | Yes |
| PEBA Foam | Yes | Yes |
The verdict
Pick the Nike Vaporfly 3if…
- +You want a shoe for race day
- +You want a shoe for 5K to marathon
- +You want a shoe for PR attempts
- +You want a shoe for maximum energy return
Pick the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4if…
- +You want a shoe for race day
- +You want a shoe for 5K to marathon
- +You want a shoe for PR attempts
- +You want a shoe for maximum energy return
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