Nike Vomero 18 vs Nike Winflo 12
On paper, compared with the Nike Vomero 18, the Nike Winflo 12 is 39 g lighter, ₹3,900 cheaper.
NikeVomero 18 | NikeWinflo 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 7.83 | 8.67 |
| Ride | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 7.5 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹10,636 | ₹6,746 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 325 g | 286 g |
| Heel stack | 42.5 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 28.6 mm | – |
| Drop | 13.9 mm | – |
| Foam | ZoomX | – |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | neutral |
| Fit | – | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) | – |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsTempoWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runs |
| Pros | Fun, springy ride at all paces · Very comfortable, plush upper | Wide, stable platform · Breathable mesh upper (fixes the Winflo 11's heat) · Gusseted tongue and strong inner lining · Excellent for walking and casual wear · Fair launch price |
| Cons | Limited breathability in hot conditions · Heaviest shoe in the test | No bounce · Not as soft as expected · Soft outsole rubber may wear fast and lose wet grip |
| Avoid if | You want a lighter shoe with a more breathable upper. | You want a soft, bouncy shoe for faster running, or you mostly run on rough tarmac in the wet. |
My verdicts
Nike
Vomero 18
The most fun shoe in this test, for any runner.
Avoid if: You want a lighter shoe with a more breathable upper.
Read reviewNike
Winflo 12
The best budget Nike in years: a wide, stable, protective daily trainer for beginners and slow runners, and a superb walking and casual shoe.
Avoid if: You want a soft, bouncy shoe for faster running, or you mostly run on rough tarmac in the wet.
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