ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 vs Nike Vomero Plus
On paper, compared with the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28, the Nike Vomero Plus is 2 mm more drop, 2 mm more heel stack, ₹1,700 cheaper, Ride +2.
 ASICSGel-Nimbus 28 |  NikeVomero Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.50 | 8.50 |
| Ride | 6.5 | 8.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 8.0 |
| Value | 7.0 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹16,999 | ₹15,295 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Max cushion | Max cushion |
| Weight | 280 g | 281 g |
| Heel stack | 43 mm | 45 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 10 mm |
| Foam | FF Blast Plus | ZoomX |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | neutral |
| Fit | standard | – |
| Sizing | true to size | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Long runsWalking |
| Pros | Outstanding step-in comfort · Plush upper, soft laces and thick heel padding · True to size with good toe room · Extremely protective cushioning · About 20 g lighter than the Nimbus 27 · Reflective overlays for night runs | Springy, energetic ZoomX ride · Light and breathable for a max-cushion shoe · Foam didn't flatten over a half marathon · Helps when you pick up the pace · Excellent, durable grip · Plush heel padding and tongue, no heel slippage · Reflective details, expected to last over 1,000 km |
| Cons | Foam feels flat on runs over 10 km after 100 km · Squishing sound from the foam after 60–70 km · Upper traps heat at faster paces · Narrower platform than the 27 · may feel less stable · Less outsole rubber and more wear than earlier versions · Poor value at ₹17,000 next to a discounted Nimbus 27 | Expensive at ₹16,000 in India · Only on Nike's website, imported with tax · Unstable for paces slower than 6 min/km · Not for heavy runners or weak ankles |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you want one shoe for long runs or faster running, because the foam felt flat after 10 km and the upper traps heat. | Avoid it if you run slower than 6 min/km, are a heavy runner, or have ankle stability problems. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Gel-Nimbus 28
For heavy beginners, walk-runners and recovery days, it is one of the most comfortable shoes in the world. With ₹17,000 in hand I would not buy it again: I'd buy a discounted Nimbus 27 and a lighter daily trainer.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you want one shoe for long runs or faster running, because the foam felt flat after 10 km and the upper traps heat.
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Vomero Plus
One of my top three max-cushion daily trainers of 2025; I couldn't find any problem with it for its purpose. It's expensive at ₹16,000, and it suits runners at 5 to 6 min/km, not slow, heavy or unstable runners.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you run slower than 6 min/km, are a heavy runner, or have ankle stability problems.
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