New Balance 1080 v14 vs Nike Winflo 11
On paper, compared with the New Balance 1080 v14, the Nike Winflo 11 is 5 g lighter, Ride −1.5.
 New Balance1080 v14 |  NikeWinflo 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.17 | 6.50 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 6.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 7.5 |
| Value | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | – | ₹6,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 300 g | 295 g |
| Heel stack | – | 37.6 mm |
| Forefoot stack | – | 25.3 mm |
| Drop | – | 12.3 mm |
| Foam | Fresh Foam X | Cushlon 3.0 |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | – | narrow |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsRace dayBeginnersRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsWalkingRunners 90 kg+ |
| Pros | Premium mesh upper you feel at step-in · Soft and comfortable but firmer and more versatile than before · Stable thanks to the wider platform · Thick rubber outsole with full coverage, no wear after 100 km · Likely more durable than the Novablast · Handles 4:00/km to slow runs and up to full marathon | Very soft step-in comfort, especially at the heel · Premium-feeling upper and gusseted tongue · Stable ride for slow runs · Thick, hard rubber outsole should be durable · Good walking and lifestyle shoe · Good looks |
| Cons | Heavy at 300 g (US 9) · Breathability is limited · Expensive at ₹14,000 to ₹16,000 · Mostly offline in India | No bounce or energy return · Feels firmer once running · Snug forefoot with aggressive medial cut · Drop felt higher than the stated 10 mm · May run hot at faster paces · Not worth ₹6,000–8,000 |
| Avoid if | Skip it at full retail price; wait for a 10 to 20% offer. | Avoid it if you have wide feet, need ankle support, or want any bounce or energy return. |
My verdicts
New Balance
1080 v14
If you want Novablast-style comfort with more stability and durability, consider the 1080 v14; it will be one of the top daily trainers of 2025. Buy it with a 10 to 20% offer, not at full price.
Avoid if: Skip it at full retail price; wait for a 10 to 20% offer.
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Winflo 11
It is a good-looking, stable shoe for walking and slow running on narrow to moderate feet, but there is no bounce or energy return. I would not recommend it at ₹6,000–8,000; at around ₹5,000 you can try it.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you have wide feet, need ankle support, or want any bounce or energy return.
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