Nike Vomero Plus vs Puma MagMax Nitro 2
On paper, compared with the Nike Vomero Plus, the Puma MagMax Nitro 2 is 6 g lighter, 2 mm less drop, ₹1,700 pricier, Ride −0.7.
 NikeVomero Plus |  PumaMagMax Nitro 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.50 | 7.60 |
| Ride | 8.5 | 7.8 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Value | 9.0 | 7.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹15,295 | ₹17,000 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Max cushion | Max cushion |
| Weight | 281 g | 275 g |
| Heel stack | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 35 mm | 38 mm |
| Drop | 10 mm | 8 mm |
| Foam | ZoomX | Nitro |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | – | – |
| Sizing | – | true to size |
| Recommended runner weight | Up to about 85 kg | – |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Long runsWalking | – |
| Pros | Springy, energetic ZoomX ride · Light and breathable for a max-cushion shoe · Foam didn't flatten over a half marathon · Excellent, durable grip · Plush heel and tongue, no heel slippage | 60–70% of the Superblast 3 feel · More stable and very durable · Breathable upper, light build for its stack |
| Cons | Expensive at ₹16,000 in India · Only on Nike's website · Unstable slower than 6 min/km · Not for heavy runners or weak ankles | Not as soft or bouncy as the Superblast 3 · Expensive at the ₹17,000 MRP |
| Avoid if | You run slower than 6 min/km, are a heavy runner, or have ankle stability problems. | Avoid it if you want the full softness and bounce of the Superblast 3. |
My verdicts
Nike
Vomero Plus
One of my top three max-cushion daily trainers of 2025; I couldn't find any problem with it for its purpose. It's expensive at ₹16,000, and it suits runners at 5 to 6 min/km, not slow, heavy or unstable runners.
Avoid if: You run slower than 6 min/km, are a heavy runner, or have ankle stability problems.
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MagMax Nitro 2
Can't buy the Superblast 3? This is the one I recommend. You get 60–70% of its feel, and it's more stable. A max-cushion shoe for long runs up to a marathon, best bought under ₹14,000.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you want the full softness and bounce of the Superblast 3.
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