ASICS Megablast vs Nike Vomero Premium
A side-by-side comparison grounded in verdicts from 5 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.
Same GBP 210 price, but Megablast has 45mm stack, weighs 275g vs 439g, and is far more versatile — usable for fast long runs and even half/full marathons; Vomero Premium is jogging only
Megablast is about 100g lighter with a poppier, more responsive foam, making it a stronger option in the highly cushioned responsive-daily-trainer category.
ASICS Megablast — what reviewers say
Ride profile: maximal cushion , neutral stability .
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The Run Testers name the Megablast their top pick for a faster daily trainer — a pricey, plateless max-stack shoe with FF Turbo Squared foam that stays stable as legs tire and excels at speed sessions and progression runs.
In their words: "sits at the top of the impressive pile" · "plate-less shoe that is built for performance" · "excels for the faster stuff"
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One of the standout shoes in the range — an extremely durable, fast, non-plated foam shoe well suited to marathon racing, let down only by a shallow toe box.
Ride:FF Turbo Squared midsole gives a super snappy, fast ride with your feet 'disappearing' underneath you; excellent durability, reportedly lasting near 1,000 km.
Fit:Toe box is a little shallow, which caused some upper irritation on the reviewer's first pair.
In their words: "your feet just disappear underneath you" · "one of the greatest of all time"
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Fordy's top pick overall for a shoe you could take from long training runs into race day itself — expensive, but he calls it phenomenal for marathon-goal-pace work, with the caveat that a poor fit can rub the little toe.
Ride:Phenomenal, race-day-capable ride Fordy uses specifically for marathon-goal-pace work within long runs.
Fit:Runs narrow through the toe box — a poor fit can rub the little toe.
In their words: "the best shoe if we're really honest" · "phenomenal as a long run shoe"
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Praised as a great, extremely durable shoe and a slightly lighter alternative to the Superblast 2, but passed over for the two-shoe rotation pick due to its more aggressive ride and higher price tag.
Ride:Slightly lighter but noticeably more aggressive-riding than the Superblast 2.
In their words: "even though it is crazy durable" · "a much more aggressive model"
Nike Vomero Premium — what reviewers say
Ride profile: maximal cushion , neutral stability .
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An extremely comfortable, wide, stable max-cushion shoe with two Zoom Air units, despite being heavy and expensive.
Ride:Very wide, stable, extremely comfortable thanks to its two Zoom Air units, though heavy and expensive.
In their words: "extremely comfortable shoe"
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A wild, pillow-soft, ultra-bouncy max-stack jogging shoe that nails its niche brief but is extremely heavy, expensive and offers no versatility beyond easy and recovery runs.
Ride:An unprecedented bouncy, pillowlike ride from the dual Air Zoom pods encased in ZoomX — feels like running with springs underfoot; surprisingly stable for the stack but very heavy, very soft, with a noisy waffle outsole and good wet grip.
Fit:True to size in Nike sizing; pretty wide so most runners are fine without a wide option; thickly padded tongue and no slipping or hot spots.
In their words: "really only suitable for jogging" · "supremely comfortable" · "increased risk of rolling an ankle"
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A fun, bouncy, premium max-cushion shoe with dual Air Zoom units that delivers a uniquely propulsive recovery-day ride, though at 12.8 oz and $220 it is heavy and expensive with significant use-case overlap with the Vomero Plus.
Ride:Dual Air Zoom pods in heel and forefoot act independently, giving a trampoline-like bouncy, propulsive sensation. Wide base provides stability despite the 55.5mm stack. Not a 'running through sand' max cush feel — shoe flows with stride and can pick up the pace.
Fit:Wide fit with highly padded tongue and collar; Thomas had to cinch laces down for lockdown, Megan found it true to size with plenty of toe splay room. Upper can feel warm due to multiple layers.
In their words: "true max cushion upper" · "looks and feels like a premium shoe" · "great for recovery"
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The Vomero Premium nails its brief as one of the best easy-run shoes on the market, pairing a huge, soft ZoomX midsole with enough bounce and stability to also work as a relaxed-paced daily trainer.
Ride:Massive, soft ZoomX-dominant stack that lets the foot sink in at the back of the shoe, with Air Zoom pods adding a touch of stability and bounce back. Feels smoother than its 10mm drop thanks to the rocker and soft heel.
Fit:True-to-size fit with a wider platform than the Pegasus Premium; plenty of room in the toebox and heavily padded collar that did not irritate the Achilles.
In their words: "luxurious feeling of comfort" · "perfect easy recovery shoe" · "great for easy runs"
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 ASICS Megablast if
- Easy long runs where you want maximum cushion and softness — Run Moore
- Versatile non-plated max-stack option that can handle fast running up to marathon distance — EDDBUD
- Runners wanting a non-plated, versatile marathon race day shoe — FORDY RUNS
- Half and full marathon training; versatile daily trainer — EDDBUD
- Top do-it-all marathon training and racing pick (eye-watering price tag aside). — The Run Testers
- Versatile lightweight super-trainer for marathon-pace work, tempo runs, and faster sessions when you want bounce and energy return. — The Run Testers
Consider the Nike Vomero Premium if
- Niche easy-only shoe — close runner-up to the Vomero Plus but pricier and less versatile. — The Run Testers
- Recovery and very easy jogging miles for runners who want maximum softness and bounce in a wild, novelty-feel shoe. — Ben Parkes
- Comfort-focused easy runs when legs are trashed, for runners who don't mind the weight or price. — FORDY RUNS
- Recovery days and long slow distance runs for runners who want a fun, bouncy max-cushion experience — Believe in the Run
- A last-word-in-comfort easy and recovery run shoe that can also handle long runs and easy-to-steady daily training. — The Run Testers
- Maximum-comfort marathon for runners who don't mind weight or premium price. — The Run Testers
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the ASICS Megablast and the Nike Vomero Premium?
The ASICS Megablast is a daily trainer and the Nike Vomero Premium is a recovery / easy. By the numbers, the ASICS Megablast weighs 221g, has a 45mm heel stack and an 8mm drop, while the Nike Vomero Premium weighs 329g, has a 54mm heel stack and a 10mm drop. MSRP is $225 for the ASICS Megablast and $220 for the Nike Vomero Premium.
Should I buy the ASICS Megablast or the Nike Vomero Premium?
Run Moore on the ASICS Megablast: Easy long runs where you want maximum cushion and softness. The Run Testers on the Nike Vomero Premium: Niche easy-only shoe — close runner-up to the Vomero Plus but pricier and less versatile.
Per Run Moore, The Run Testers.
Has anyone reviewed both the ASICS Megablast and the Nike Vomero Premium?
Yes — Ben Parkes and The Run Testers directly compared the ASICS Megablast and the Nike Vomero Premium in their reviews.
Per Ben Parkes, The Run Testers.
Which is lighter, the ASICS Megablast or the Nike Vomero Premium?
The ASICS Megablast is lighter, at 221g versus 329g (men's 9) — about 108g less.
Which is more cushioned, the ASICS Megablast or the Nike Vomero Premium?
Measured by stack height, the Nike Vomero Premium has more underfoot foam — 54mm at the heel versus 45mm.