New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 vs Puma Deviate Pure Nitro
On paper, compared with the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5, the Puma Deviate Pure Nitro is 5 g lighter, 3.3 mm more drop, 4.2 mm more heel stack, ₹1,900 pricier, Ride +1.3.
 New BalanceFuelCell Rebel v5 |  PumaDeviate Pure Nitro | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.73 | 8.77 |
| Ride | 7.5 | 8.8 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.2 | 8.5 |
| Value | 7.5 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹8,399 | ₹10,249 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Versatile trainer | Versatile trainer |
| Weight | 220 g | 215 g |
| Heel stack | 33 mm | 37.2 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 26.7 mm | 27.6 mm |
| Drop | 6.3 mm | 9.6 mm |
| Foam | FuelCell | PEBA (supercritical) |
| Plate | none | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | – | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 90 kg | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsTempo | Easy runsTempo |
| Pros | Light on foot · Roomy, comfortable upper · Fun, responsive ride | Enjoyable ride at all paces · Lightweight and stable-neutral · Premium upper and lockdown · Excellent grip |
| Cons | Foam goes flat on long runs · Lowest value in this list | Lacks the bounce and snap of the Evo SL |
| Avoid if | You are expecting a responsive midsole feel after 15 km. | You want the Evo SL's top-end speed. It is very close at faster paces, but not quite the same level. |
My verdicts
New Balance
FuelCell Rebel v5
A fun, lightweight, wider and soft trainer. Great for shorter distance runs and daily training.
Avoid if: You are expecting a responsive midsole feel after 15 km.
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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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