New Balance 1080 v14 vs Puma Velocity Nitro 4
On paper, compared with the New Balance 1080 v14, the Puma Velocity Nitro 4 is 62 g lighter, Ride +1.
 New Balance1080 v14 |  PumaVelocity Nitro 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.17 | 8.07 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 9.0 | 7.2 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| Price | ||
| Price | – | ₹12,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 300 g | 238 g |
| Heel stack | – | 33.7 mm |
| Forefoot stack | – | 24 mm |
| Drop | – | 9.7 mm |
| Foam | Fresh Foam X | Nitro |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | – | narrow |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (90 kg+) | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsLong runsRace dayBeginnersRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsTempo |
| 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 | Energetic, responsive ride · Lightweight with excellent grip · Best value in this test |
| Cons | Heavy at 300 g (US 9) · Breathability is limited · Expensive at ₹14,000 to ₹16,000 · Mostly offline in India | Narrow midfoot |
| Avoid if | Skip it at full retail price; wait for a 10 to 20% offer. | You pronate or have a wider foot. |
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.
Read reviewPuma
Velocity Nitro 4
The best daily trainer in this test: fast, lively and the best value of the eight.
Avoid if: You pronate or have a wider foot.
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