New Balance Fresh Foam X Ellipse vs Puma Velocity Nitro 4
On paper, compared with the New Balance Fresh Foam X Ellipse, the Puma Velocity Nitro 4 is 27 g lighter, 1.7 mm more drop, 2.3 mm less heel stack, ₹9,000 cheaper, Ride +1.
 New BalanceFresh Foam X Ellipse |  PumaVelocity Nitro 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7 | 8 |
| Ride | 8 | 9 |
| Design & Comfort | 8 | 7 |
| Value | 6 | 8 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹15,999 | ₹7,019 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 265 g | 238 g |
| Heel stack | 36 mm | 33.7 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 28 mm | 24 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 9.7 mm |
| Foam | Fresh Foam X | Nitro |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | – | narrow |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 85 kg | Up to about 85 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsWalking | Easy runsTempo |
| Pros | Enjoyable, smooth ride at easy paces · Excellent upper comfort · Eye-catching design | Energetic, responsive ride · Lightweight with excellent grip · Best value in the test |
| Cons | No structured heel support · Foam may lose softness over time · Most expensive shoe in the test | Narrow midfoot |
| Avoid if | You want a highly durable midsole or dislike a mushy ride. | You pronate or have a wider foot. |
My verdicts
New Balance
Fresh Foam X Ellipse
The best pick for run-club runs and short 5 to 15 km runs.
Avoid if: You want a highly durable midsole or dislike a mushy ride.
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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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