ASICS Dynablast 4 vs Nike Vomero 18
On paper, compared with the ASICS Dynablast 4, the Nike Vomero 18 is 65 g heavier, 5.9 mm more drop, 8.5 mm more heel stack, ₹5,600 pricier.
 ASICSDynablast 4 |  NikeVomero 18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7 | 8 |
| Ride | 8 | 8 |
| Design & Comfort | 7 | 8 |
| Value | 7 | 9 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹5,000 | ₹10,636 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 260 g | 325 g |
| Heel stack | 34 mm | 42.5 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 26 mm | 28.6 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 13.9 mm |
| Foam | FF Blast | ZoomX |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | – |
| Fit | wide | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runs | Easy runsTempoWalkingRunners 85 kg+ |
| Pros | Soft with manageable bounce · Stable ride from 4:30 to 10:00/km · About 60–80% of the Novablast 5 feel · Thick 5 mm high-abrasion outsole · Amazing value at ₹5,000–6,000 | Fun, springy ride at all paces · Very comfortable, plush upper |
| Cons | Feels like a 5–6 mm drop, not the listed 8 mm · Can tire calves of heel-striking beginners · Very thin tongue | Limited breathability in hot conditions · Heaviest shoe in the test |
| Avoid if | You are a heel-striking beginner without strong calves and ankles. | You want a lighter shoe with a more breathable upper. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Dynablast 4
After my first 10 km, the Dynablast 4 gives 60 to 80 percent of the Novablast 5 feel at a budget-friendly price. At ₹5,000 to ₹6,000 it is amazing value, but the low-feeling drop may not suit heel-striking beginners.
Avoid if: You are a heel-striking beginner without strong calves and ankles.
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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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