Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 vs ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo
A side-by-side comparison grounded in verdicts from 6 reviewers with every source linked. We don't invent quotes; every claim below is attributed.
Specs at a glance
Reviewers who wore both
Direct paired observations — reviewers who actually ran in both of these and wrote the contrast. This is the strongest comparative signal on the page.
Heavier and cushier with a more protective heel landing. Less forefoot pop and energy return. Better value at a lower MSRP and frequently discounted. May suit marathon runners wanting more comfort, but both reviewers preferred the ASICS overall.
Mentioned as a viable alternative in a similar price category
Adios Pro 4 is much narrower in the toe; Sky has notably more forefoot room
Tokyo's softer direction mirrors the Adios Pro getting much softer between v3 and v4.
Lighter with more forefoot pop and energy return. Slightly less cushy and protective at the heel but faster feeling overall. Preferred by both reviewers for race day across all distances.
Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 — what reviewers say
Ride profile: high cushion , neutral stability .
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EDDBUD found the Adios Pro 4 durable in the outsole and a great, super-soft racer overall, but recommends sizing up half a size because the insole lets your foot slide forward.
Fit:Runs about a half size small due to a slippery, slidy insole that lets the foot slide forward; size up half a size.
In their words: "great in terms of durability" · "quite slippery and slidy" · "great super soft racer"
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The most comfortable of Ben's three race day picks — carbon rods instead of a plate allow more natural movement, making it an excellent choice for longer race distances.
In their words: "most comfortable for me" · "can move a little bit more"
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The Adios Pro 4 is seen as a popular and successful racing shoe but reviewers don't feel as fast in it, and it is eliminated in the group stage.
In their words: "I've never felt that fast in it"
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BITR's preferred Adidas race shoe — beats the Pro Evo 2 at half the price.
Ride:First Adios Pro where BITR likes the foam — v3 was too dense and firm. Lighter and more responsive in v4 with a propulsive feel and distinct pop off the toe. Traction is fine on dry pavement. Knocks out the NB SC Elite V5 in Megan's bracket.
In their words: "almost feels blocky under foot" · "feels like slappy almost" · "more of a propulsive feeling"
ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo — what reviewers say
Ride profile: maximal cushion , neutral stability .
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The Run Testers rank the Metaspeed Sky Tokyo joint-second among racing shoes — very light and bouncy, excelling over long distances, with some team members running their fastest marathons in it.
In their words: "very lightweight and bouncy designs" · "notched our fastest marathons" · "great racing shoe"
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A very fast, lightweight racing shoe the reviewer uses for shorter race distances (5K/10K), while preferring the Edge for half marathon and marathon.
In their words: "extremely fast and very lightweight"
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An exceptionally light, fast racing shoe with top-tier foam that produced the reviewer's fastest recent 5K, at the cost of a narrower, less stable heel and so-so outsole grip.
In their words: "quite amazed, actually, the time I managed to get wearing this shoe" · "almost nothing there on foot"
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A forefoot-oriented carbon-plated racer with FF Leap foam and a big landing pad up front; Kofuzi's go-to race day shoe for fast workouts and racing, though he notes it's slightly less durable than the Metaspeed Ray.
In their words: "giant landing pad in the front" · "ideal for forefoot stompers like me" · "still a very good racing shoe"
Who should buy which
Use cases the reviewers above actually call out — one bullet per distinct take, attributed. Where reviewers converge (e.g. "5K to half marathon" appearing across multiple takes) the agreement is a stronger buying signal than any single voice.
Consider the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 if
- All-out racing at faster paces; the lightest racer in the comparison — EDDBUD
- Marathon racing; verdict deferred to 2025 list. — Kofuzi
- Marathon racing where bounce and pop matter most — The Running Channel
- The most versatile super shoe in the test — 5K through marathon. EDDBUD's overall winner at 19/25. — EDDBUD
- Half marathon and marathon racing, with versatility for daily training use — EDDBUD
- Runners targeting marathon or longer who want cushioned protection and are comfortable with the fit; recommended for those running slower than sub-3 marathon pace — The Run Testers
Consider the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo if
- Half marathon to marathon racing for stride-oriented runners wanting late-race impact protection — EDDBUD
- Marathon racing on flatter courses when not chasing an outright time; reviewer already PB'd a half marathon in it and rates it slightly better than the Sky Paris — The Run Testers
- Races from 5K to marathon for runners who prefer a light, responsive, and poppy carbon plate shoe — The Run Testers
- Marathon racing and any distance where a softer, bouncier carbon-plated feel is preferred, especially on undulating courses. — The Run Testers
- Lighter runners who can maintain form over long races — EDDBUD
- 5K, 10K, and half marathon racing — particularly when going at top speed and striding out for a PB attempt — FORDY RUNS
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 and the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo?
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 is a race shoe and the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo is a race shoe. By the numbers, the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 weighs 201g, has a 39mm heel stack and a 6mm drop, while the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo weighs 159g, has a 40mm heel stack and a 5mm drop. MSRP is $220 for the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 and $270 for the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo.
Should I buy the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 or the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo?
EDDBUD on the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4: All-out racing at faster paces; the lightest racer in the comparison. EDDBUD on the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo: Half marathon to marathon racing for stride-oriented runners wanting late-race impact protection.
Per EDDBUD.
Has anyone reviewed both the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 and the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo?
Yes — The Run Testers, Kofuzi, Believe in the Run, and EDDBUD directly compared the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 and the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo in their reviews.
Per The Run Testers, Kofuzi, Believe in the Run, EDDBUD.
Which is lighter, the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 or the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo?
The ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo is lighter, at 159g versus 201g (men's 9) — about 42g less.
Which is cheaper, the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 or the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo?
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 is cheaper at $220 versus $270 MSRP — about $50 less.