Adidas Pureboost 5 vs Puma Velocity Nitro 4
On paper, compared with the Adidas Pureboost 5, the Puma Velocity Nitro 4 is 22 g lighter, ₹2,500 pricier, Ride +1.
 AdidasPureboost 5 |  PumaVelocity Nitro 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8 | 8 |
| Ride | 8 | 9 |
| Design & Comfort | 7 | 7 |
| Value | 8 | 8 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹4,549 | ₹7,019 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 260 g | 238 g |
| Heel stack | – | 33.7 mm |
| Forefoot stack | – | 24 mm |
| Drop | – | 9.7 mm |
| Foam | Light Boost | Nitro |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | wide | narrow |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) | Up to about 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsBeginners | Easy runsTempo |
| Pros | Balanced, bouncy Light Boost, even at slow paces · 10/10 step-in comfort · Spot-on heel lockdown and snug midfoot · Wide, stable forefoot for beginners · Excellent value under ₹6,000 | Energetic, responsive ride · Lightweight with excellent grip · Best value in the test |
| Cons | Can feel flat after about 18 km at slow pace · Traction a bit lower than premium Adidas models · Not worth the ₹12,000 retail price | Narrow midfoot |
| Avoid if | You would pay the ₹12,000 retail price, or need full cushioning beyond about 18 km at slow paces. | You pronate or have a wider foot. |
My verdicts
Adidas
Pureboost 5
The Pureboost 5 is one of the best daily trainers you can get under ₹6,000, with balanced, bouncy Light Boost that stays fun even at slow paces. Grab it under ₹6,000; it is not worth the ₹12,000 retail price.
Avoid if: You would pay the ₹12,000 retail price, or need full cushioning beyond about 18 km at slow paces.
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Velocity Nitro 4
The best daily trainer in this test: fast, lively and the best value of the eight.
Avoid if: You pronate or have a wider foot.
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