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Lotto Xwift vs Red Tape Pegasus / Flow+

On paper, compared with the Lotto Xwift, the Red Tape Pegasus / Flow+ is 50 g lighter, Ride +1.5.

Lotto XwiftLottoXwiftRed Tape Pegasus / Flow+Red TapePegasus / Flow+
Scores
Overall8.0010.00
Ride8.510.0
Design & Comfort7.010.0
Value8.510.0
Price
Price₹1,682₹1,284
Specs
CategoryBudgetBudget
Weight330 g280 g
Heel stack––
Forefoot stack––
Drop––
Foam––
Plate––
Fit
Supportneutralneutral
Fitnarrowwide
Sizingtrue to sizetrue to size
Recommended runner weight70–100 kg60–90 kg
Best for
Best forEasy runsLong runsWalkingRunners 90 kg+Long runsTempoRace dayRunners 90 kg+
ProsThe softest shoe in this list · High shock absorption · Great for all-day walking and standingDurable, responsive TPU midsole · Wider forefoot
ConsHeaviest shoe in this list · Not for wide feetNo runner's-knot eyelet · Little ankle support for beginners
Avoid ifYou want a light, fast shoe or have wide feet.You are a beginner who needs ankle support, or you use a runner's knot.

My verdicts

Lotto

Xwift

Max cushioning like a budget ASICS Gel-Nimbus: the softest shoe in this list. Want it lighter? The Lotto EnergeX has a similar profile, is 20 g lighter and has a more breathable upper.

Avoid if: You want a light, fast shoe or have wide feet.

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Red Tape

Pegasus / Flow+

Half-marathon racing at this price: a durable, responsive TPU midsole with a wider forefoot.

Avoid if: You are a beginner who needs ankle support, or you use a runner's knot.

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