ASICS Megablast vs ASICS Versablast 4
On paper, compared with the ASICS Megablast, the ASICS Versablast 4 is 68 g heavier, 9 mm less heel stack, ₹18,000 cheaper, Ride −3.5.
 ASICSMegablast |  ASICSVersablast 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.33 | 5.83 |
| Ride | 9.0 | 5.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹23,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Versatile trainer | Versatile trainer |
| Weight | 220 g | 288 g |
| Heel stack | 45.1 mm | 36.1 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 35.2 mm | 26.7 mm |
| Drop | 9.9 mm | 9.4 mm |
| Foam | FF Turbo Squared | Amplifoam Plus |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | narrow |
| Sizing | – | go up half |
| Recommended runner weight | 60 kg up to 110–120 kg; better above 70 kg | Under 80 to 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Long runsTempoRace dayRunners 90 kg+ | Walking |
| Pros | Explosive, springy FF Turbo Squared ride · Fastest and easiest 10K in months · Light at 220 g for its stack · Soft, breathable, durable woven upper · Gusseted tongue and secure heel · Heel padding works well · ASICSGRIP outsole rated for 1,000 km · One shoe for training, long runs and races | Novablast-style design and sharp rocker · Durable, thick, high-traction outsole with full coverage · Thick inner upper layer should resist tearing · Decent walking shoe for people under 85 kg |
| Cons | ₹23,000–24,000 price · Narrower than the Superblast 2 and 3 · Not for beginners · Not for sprinting · Overkill for slower runners | Midsole feels completely dead · Not responsive or energetic · Runs small, needs half to a full size up · Tight at the sides, not for wide feet · Minimal heel padding and heel counter · Not for runs beyond 8 to 10 km · Poor value at ₹5,000 |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you are a beginner, run slower than about 5:00/km, or cannot comfortably spend ₹24,000. | Avoid it if you want a running shoe at ₹5,000, have wide or flat feet, overpronate, or are over 85 kg. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Megablast
The Megablast is one of the best running shoes ever, with an explosive, springy FF Turbo Squared ride I have never felt before. It is only worth ₹23,000–24,000 if you run 2:30–5:00/km and can spare the money.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you are a beginner, run slower than about 5:00/km, or cannot comfortably spend ₹24,000.
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Versablast 4
The Versablast 4 is one of the most disappointing ASICS shoes this year because the midsole feels completely dead. I would not recommend it for running at ₹5,000, only as a walking shoe for lighter people or for running at ₹2,000 to ₹3,500.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you want a running shoe at ₹5,000, have wide or flat feet, overpronate, or are over 85 kg.
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