ASICS Megablast vs Puma Deviate Pure Nitro
On paper, compared with the ASICS Megablast, the Puma Deviate Pure Nitro is 5 g lighter, 7.9 mm less heel stack, ₹12,800 cheaper.
 ASICSMegablast |  PumaDeviate Pure Nitro | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.33 | 8.77 |
| Ride | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| Value | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹23,000 | ₹10,249 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Versatile trainer | Versatile trainer |
| Weight | 220 g | 215 g |
| Heel stack | 45.1 mm | 37.2 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 35.2 mm | 27.6 mm |
| Drop | 9.9 mm | 9.6 mm |
| Foam | FF Turbo Squared | PEBA (supercritical) |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | 60 kg up to 110–120 kg; better above 70 kg | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Long runsTempoRace dayRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsTempo |
| 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 | Enjoyable ride at all paces · Lightweight and stable-neutral · Premium upper and lockdown · Excellent grip |
| Cons | ₹23,000–24,000 price · Narrower than the Superblast 2 and 3 · Not for beginners · Not for sprinting · Overkill for slower runners | Lacks the bounce and snap of the Evo SL |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you are a beginner, run slower than about 5:00/km, or cannot comfortably spend ₹24,000. | You want the Evo SL's top-end speed. It is very close at faster paces, but not quite the same level. |
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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Deviate Pure Nitro
A lighter, more direct and agile shoe that keeps you closer to the ground. Works well for both easy runs and faster efforts.
Avoid if: You want the Evo SL's top-end speed. It is very close at faster paces, but not quite the same level.
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