Adidas Supernova Rise 2 vs New Balance 1080 v14
On paper, compared with the Adidas Supernova Rise 2, the New Balance 1080 v14 is 43 g heavier, Ride −0.5.
 AdidasSupernova Rise 2 |  New Balance1080 v14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.83 | 8.17 |
| Ride | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹7,000 | – |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 257 g | 300 g |
| Heel stack | 33.5 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 24 mm | – |
| Drop | 9.5 mm | – |
| Foam | Dreamstrike | Fresh Foam X |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | neutral |
| Fit | – | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 90 kg | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Beginners | Easy runsLong runsRace dayBeginnersRunners 90 kg+ |
| Pros | Soft Dreamstrike foam with strong impact absorption · Moderate rebound keeps it stable at slow paces · Breathable, high-quality engineered mesh upper · Light · Thick, durable outsole, fine after 100 km in mud and rain · Beginner friendly for neutral-arch runners · Great value at ₹7,000 to ₹9,000 | Premium mesh upper you feel at step-in · Soft and comfortable but firmer and more versatile than before · Stable thanks to the wider platform · Thick rubber outsole with full coverage, no wear after 100 km · Likely more durable than the Novablast · Handles 4:00/km to slow runs and up to full marathon |
| Cons | Not very bouncy or springy | Heavy at 300 g (US 9) · Breathability is limited · Expensive at ₹14,000 to ₹16,000 · Mostly offline in India |
| Avoid if | – | Skip it at full retail price; wait for a 10 to 20% offer. |
My verdicts
Adidas
Supernova Rise 2
Of about 20 beginner-friendly daily trainers I tested between ₹10,000 and ₹20,000, this one suited me best. Under ₹8,000 it is one of the best value-for-money shoes you will ever get.
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1080 v14
If you want Novablast-style comfort with more stability and durability, consider the 1080 v14; it will be one of the top daily trainers of 2025. Buy it with a 10 to 20% offer, not at full price.
Avoid if: Skip it at full retail price; wait for a 10 to 20% offer.
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