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Action Athleo Turbo-501 vs ASICS Excite 10

On paper, compared with the Action Athleo Turbo-501, the ASICS Excite 10 is 40 g lighter, ₹1,600 pricier, Ride +0.5.

Action Athleo Turbo-501ActionAthleo Turbo-501ASICS Excite 10ASICSExcite 10
Scores
Overall8.009.00
Ride8.08.5
Design & Comfort7.09.5
Value9.09.0
Price
Price₹1,022₹2,612
Specs
CategoryBudgetBudget
Weight300 g260 g
Heel stack–35.2 mm
Forefoot stack–23.4 mm
Drop–11.8 mm
Foam––
Plate––
Fit
Supportneutralmild support
Fitnarrowwide
Sizinggo up halftrue to size
Recommended runner weight60–85 kg60–85 kg
Best for
Best forEasy runsBeginnersEasy runsBeginnersWalking
ProsSoft and responsive · Stable · DurableFirm heel counter · Plush heel padding · Comfy upper · Decent arch support · Wider forefoot · Durable
ConsHeavy · Narrow forefootThin forefoot cushioning
Avoid ifYou want a light shoe or have wide feet. It also runs slightly small.You want plenty of cushioning under the forefoot.

My verdicts

Action

Athleo Turbo-501

The only shoe here with a truly balanced midsole: soft yet responsive, stable and durable.

Avoid if: You want a light shoe or have wide feet. It also runs slightly small.

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ASICS

Excite 10

The best beginner shoe at this price: a firm heel counter, plush heel padding, a comfy upper and decent arch support.

Avoid if: You want plenty of cushioning under the forefoot.

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