Adidas AeroVortexGlide vs Nike Journey Run
On paper, compared with the Adidas AeroVortexGlide, the Nike Journey Run is 42 g heavier, 1.6 mm more drop, 8 mm more heel stack, ₹3,600 pricier, Ride −1.
 AdidasAeroVortexGlide |  NikeJourney Run | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7 | 6 |
| Ride | 6 | 5 |
| Design & Comfort | 7 | 7 |
| Value | 8 | 7 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹1,519 | ₹5,097 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Walking | Walking |
| Weight | 280 g | 322 g |
| Heel stack | 25 mm | 33 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 18 mm | 24.4 mm |
| Drop | 7 mm | 8.6 mm |
| Foam | Cloudfoam | – |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | standard | – |
| Sizing | true to size | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 85 kg | Up to about 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginnersWalking | WalkingRunners 85 kg+ |
| Pros | Plush step-in comfort · Wide, stable platform with side walls · Roomy toe box, usual size works · Great gym and walking shoe · Good value at ₹2,000 | Very durable upper and build · Stable, with a moderate heel counter · Thick, soft heel padding · Good walking and casual shoe |
| Cons | Softness disappears when running · Low drop loads ankles and calves · Exposed outsole limits road durability · Not for paces under 6:00/km, long runs or overpronators | Firm, basic EVA foam gave me knee and hip pain · Poor impact protection · Overpriced at ₹9,000 and rarely discounted |
| Avoid if | You have weak ankles or calves, overpronate, or run faster than 6:00/km or more than 10 km. | You want a running shoe, need soft impact protection, or your ankles collapse when you walk. |
My verdicts
Adidas
AeroVortexGlide
At ₹2,000 this is an Adidas I really like for absolute beginners who want one shoe for walking, gym, occasional jogging and casual wear. It is not for serious runners, and I place it at B-, between B and C.
Avoid if: You have weak ankles or calves, overpronate, or run faster than 6:00/km or more than 10 km.
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Journey Run
I would not recommend the Journey Run for running, for serious runners or beginners, because the foam is firm and gave me knee and hip pain. It is a stable, durable walking and casual shoe, worth it only around ₹3,000 to ₹4,000.
Avoid if: You want a running shoe, need soft impact protection, or your ankles collapse when you walk.
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