Adidas Ultraboost 5 vs Puma MagMax Nitro
On paper, compared with the Adidas Ultraboost 5, the Puma MagMax Nitro is 2.9 mm more heel stack.
 AdidasUltraboost 5 |  PumaMagMax Nitro | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.50 | 8.33 |
| Ride | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 6.5 | 8.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Max cushion | Max cushion |
| Weight | 290 g | 291 g |
| Heel stack | 40 mm | 42.9 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 30 mm | 33.3 mm |
| Drop | 10 mm | 9.6 mm |
| Foam | Light Boost 2.0 | Nitro |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | wide | wide |
| Sizing | – | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | 70 kg to 100–120 kg | 70 kg to 120 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ |
| Pros | Soft Light Boost 2.0 with energy return rare in max-cushion shoes · Feels lighter than its 290 g · Soft, breathable Primeknit upper · Spacious, tall toe box · Durable, grippy Continental rubber outsole · Suits runners up to 100–120 kg · Great for casual wear · Excellent buy under ₹10,000 | One of the most comfortable shoes of the year · Very soft, protective Nitro cushioning · Wide forefoot and roomy toe box · Luxurious gusseted tongue and soft padding · Best-in-class grip, wet or dry · Premium build quality · Good breathability for a max-cushion shoe · Great for walking and casual wear |
| Cons | Heel slippage · Loose on narrow feet · Moderate heel counter, little support for overpronators · Heel tab may rub the Achilles · 290 g, he wants 250 g next version · Not for fast paces · Far too expensive at ₹17,000–18,000 | Laces too short for a runner's knot and loosen at speed · Feels heavy at faster paces · Not for fast running · Overpriced at ₹17,000 · Neutral only, not a stability shoe |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you have narrow feet, because the heel slippage gets worse, or if you overpronate and need ankle support. | Avoid it if you want to run fast or need a stability shoe. |
My verdicts
Adidas
Ultraboost 5
The Ultraboost 5 is the most underrated max-cushion daily trainer, soft with energy return that other max-cushion shoes lack. I would not recommend it at ₹17,000–18,000, but under ₹10,000 just buy it.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you have narrow feet, because the heel slippage gets worse, or if you overpronate and need ankle support.
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MagMax Nitro
The MagMax is one of the most comfortable shoes I tested this year and a protective max-cushion shoe for slow, easy running, scoring 38/50. If you get it for ₹12,000, close your eyes and buy it.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you want to run fast or need a stability shoe.
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