Action Athleo Turbo-501 vs Lotto EnergeX
On paper, compared with the Action Athleo Turbo-501, the Lotto EnergeX is 50 g heavier, ₹800 pricier, Ride +1.
 ActionAthleo Turbo-501 |  LottoEnergeX | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8 | 8 |
| Ride | 7 | 8 |
| Design & Comfort | 7 | 7 |
| Value | 9 | 8 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹1,022 | ₹1,794 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 300 g | 350 g |
| Heel stack | – | 38 mm |
| Forefoot stack | – | 30 mm |
| Drop | – | 8 mm |
| Foam | – | – |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | standard | standard |
| Sizing | go up half | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 85 kg | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginners | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 85 kg+ |
| Pros | Soft and responsive · Stable · Durable | Very soft, dense midsole, close to the ASICS Nimbus 25 · Handled a half marathon without bottoming out · Thick, durable upper · Great for walking and long hours standing · ₹1,800 to ₹2,000 on sale |
| Cons | Heavy · Narrow forefoot | Heavy, about 350 g in UK 8 · No heel counter, not for overpronators · Not for paces around 5 min/km · Runs small, I sized up a full size |
| Avoid if | You want a light shoe or have wide feet. | You run fast, around 5 to 6 min/km, overpronate or have ankle stability problems. |
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.
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EnergeX
The EnergeX surprised me more than almost any shoe this year. For under ₹2,000 it is a top pick for beginners, heavier runners, slow runners, walkers and people on their feet all day, but not for fast running.
Avoid if: You run fast, around 5 to 6 min/km, overpronate or have ankle stability problems.
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