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ASICS Cumulus 28 vs Nike Vomero 18

On paper, compared with the ASICS Cumulus 28, the Nike Vomero 18 is 50 g heavier, 5.9 mm more drop, 5.5 mm more heel stack, ₹2,400 cheaper, Ride +2.

ASICS Cumulus 28ASICSCumulus 28Nike Vomero 18NikeVomero 18
Scores
Overall78
Ride68
Design & Comfort88
Value79
Price
Price₹12,999₹10,636
Specs
CategoryDaily trainerDaily trainer
Weight275 g325 g
Heel stack37 mm42.5 mm
Forefoot stack29 mm28.6 mm
Drop8 mm13.9 mm
FoamFF Blast Max + PureGELZoomX
Plate––
Fit
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Sizing––
Recommended runner weightUp to about 85 kgAll runners, including heavy (85 kg+)
Best for
Best forEasy runsWalkingRunners 85 kg+Easy runsTempoWalkingRunners 85 kg+
ProsMost comfortable, stable ride · Soft, plush upperFun, springy ride at all paces · Very comfortable, plush upper
ConsMuted, unexciting ride on longer runs · Outsole could be more durableLimited breathability in hot conditions · Heaviest shoe in the test
Avoid ifYou expect a responsive ride.You want a lighter shoe with a more breathable upper.

My verdicts

ASICS

Cumulus 28

The most comfortable, structured shoe in this test, for short runs.

Avoid if: You expect a responsive ride.

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Nike

Vomero 18

The most fun shoe in this test, for any runner.

Avoid if: You want a lighter shoe with a more breathable upper.

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