Nike Winflo 11 vs Nike Winflo 12
On paper, compared with the Nike Winflo 11, the Nike Winflo 12 is 9 g lighter, ₹2,400 pricier, Ride +2.
 NikeWinflo 11 |  NikeWinflo 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 6.50 | 8.67 |
| Ride | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| Design & Comfort | 7.5 | 9.0 |
| Value | 6.0 | 9.0 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹4,348 | ₹6,746 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight | 295 g | 286 g |
| Heel stack | 37.6 mm | – |
| Forefoot stack | 25.3 mm | – |
| Drop | 12.3 mm | – |
| Foam | Cushlon 3.0 | – |
| Plate | – | – |
| Fit | ||
| Support | neutral | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | All runners, including heavy (85 kg+) | – |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Easy runsWalkingRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runs |
| Pros | Very soft step-in comfort, especially at the heel · Premium-feeling upper and gusseted tongue · Stable ride for slow runs · Thick, hard, durable outsole · Good walking and lifestyle shoe | 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 | No bounce or energy return · Feels firmer once running · Snug forefoot with an aggressive medial cut · Not worth ₹6,000–8,000 | No bounce · Not as soft as expected · Soft outsole rubber may wear fast and lose wet grip |
| Avoid if | You have wide feet, need ankle support, or want any bounce or energy return. | You want a soft, bouncy shoe for faster running, or you mostly run on rough tarmac in the wet. |
My verdicts
Nike
Winflo 11
It is a good-looking, stable shoe for walking and slow running on narrow to moderate feet, but there is no bounce or energy return. I would not recommend it at ₹6,000–8,000; at around ₹5,000 you can try it.
Avoid if: You have wide feet, need ankle support, or want any bounce or energy return.
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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