ASICS Versablast 4 vs Puma Deviate Pure Nitro
On paper, compared with the ASICS Versablast 4, the Puma Deviate Pure Nitro is 73 g lighter, ₹5,200 pricier, Ride +3.3.
 ASICSVersablast 4 |  PumaDeviate Pure Nitro | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 5.83 | 8.77 |
| Ride | 5.5 | 8.8 |
| Design & Comfort | 6.0 | 8.5 |
| Value | 6.0 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹5,000 | ₹10,249 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Versatile trainer | Versatile trainer |
| Weight | 288 g | 215 g |
| Heel stack | 36.1 mm | 37.2 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 26.7 mm | 27.6 mm |
| Drop | 9.4 mm | 9.6 mm |
| Foam | Amplifoam Plus | PEBA (supercritical) |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | – |
| Sizing | go up half | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Under 80 to 85 kg | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Walking | Easy runsTempo |
| Pros | 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 | Enjoyable ride at all paces · Lightweight and stable-neutral · Premium upper and lockdown · Excellent grip |
| Cons | 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 | Lacks the bounce and snap of the Evo SL |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you want a running shoe at ₹5,000, have wide or flat feet, overpronate, or are over 85 kg. | 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
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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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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