ASICS Superblast 3 vs Nike Vomero Plus
On paper, compared with the ASICS Superblast 3, the Nike Vomero Plus is 51 g heavier, 1.9 mm more drop, ₹6,000 cheaper, Ride −0.5.
 ASICSSuperblast 3 |  NikeVomero Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.67 | 8.50 |
| Ride | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 8.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹21,999 | ₹16,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Max cushion | Max cushion |
| Weight | 230 g | 281 g |
| Heel stack | 45.8 mm | 45 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 37.7 mm | 35 mm |
| Drop | 8.1 mm | 10 mm |
| Foam | FF Leap + FF Blast Plus | ZoomX |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | – |
| Sizing | true to size | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsBeginnersRunners 90 kg+ | Long runsWalking |
| Pros | Most fun shoe of the year · Extremely soft FF Leap + FF Blast Plus midsole · Fit true to size at UK 8, snug and secure · Plush woven upper with gusseted tongue · Light at 230 g for a 46/38 mm stack · Stability improved once I'd done a few 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 | Exposed midsole wears and cracks quickly · Outsole rubber wears fast · Narrower forefoot than Superblast 2 · Expensive at ₹22,000–23,000, rarely discounted · Can feel clunky for lighter runners · Less energetic than the Megablast | 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 have ankle pronation and need a stability shoe, or if you have wide feet and can't size up or get the wide version. | Avoid it if you run slower than 6 min/km, are a heavy runner, or have ankle stability problems. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Superblast 3
If money is no issue and you want one shoe that makes you love running, the Superblast 3 is the one I recommend. No other shoe this year gave me this much fun, though the soft exposed midsole wears quickly.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you have ankle pronation and need a stability shoe, or if you have wide feet and can't size up or get the wide version.
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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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