ASICS Gel Pulse 16 vs Nike Revolution 8
On paper, compared with the ASICS Gel Pulse 16, the Nike Revolution 8 is 52 g heavier, 1.4 mm less drop, 4.7 mm less heel stack, ₹4,600 pricier, Ride −2.
 ASICSGel Pulse 16 |  NikeRevolution 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 9.00 | 6.17 |
| Ride | 8.5 | 6.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 6.0 |
| Value | 9.5 | 6.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹3,401 | ₹8,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Budget | Budget |
| Weight | 240 g | 292 g |
| Heel stack | 36.5 mm | 31.8 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 26.3 mm | 23 mm |
| Drop | 10.2 mm | 8.8 mm |
| Foam | – | EVA |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | mild support | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | narrow |
| Sizing | true to size | go up half |
| Recommended runner weight | 60–90 kg | Not for heavy runners |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsBeginnersWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Walking |
| Pros | Soft, max-cushion midsole · Very comfortable | Lightweight · Very light, breathable upper · Stylish look and colourways · Good outsole grip, even in the wet · Newer EVA than the Revolution 7 |
| Cons | Narrow forefoot · Little energy return | Narrow and small fit · No felt forefoot cushioning, impact caused back pain · Outsole traction gone after 200 to 400 km · Far too expensive at about ₹8,000 · Rarely discounted · Not a proper running shoe |
| Avoid if | You have a wide forefoot or want a bouncy, energetic ride. | Avoid it for running if you are heavy, have wide or even normal feet, or have a back injury. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Gel Pulse 16
The best budget max-cushion shoe for beginners: soft and very comfortable.
Avoid if: You have a wide forefoot or want a bouncy, energetic ride.
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Revolution 8
The Revolution 8 is light, breathable and good-looking, but as a running shoe I would not recommend it, and ₹8,000 is far too much. Consider it only under ₹3,000 if you are light, have narrow feet and no back problems.
Avoid if: Avoid it for running if you are heavy, have wide or even normal feet, or have a back injury.
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