Mike's preferred pick of the two — a heavier but plush, stable max-cushion daily trainer that handles its weight well and suits high-mileage easy running. — The Run Testers
Easy recommendation — a high-cushion daily trainer at a bargain price (cheaper than V17) that excels for marathon-training mileage; not the right pick for 5K/10K speed.
Best for: Half-marathon and marathon training where most miles are at easy/long-run paces; runners who want one shoe to do most of their training and pair with carbon racers.
A different shoe than the V17 — heavier, more cushioned, slightly firmer, bouncier, more neutral, less versatile but a very solid easy/long run premium daily trainer at a $10-cheaper price.
Best for: Easy runs, long runs, and recovery for runners wanting a premium max-cushion daily trainer with bounce; better for wider feet than the V17.
Cheapest of the max-cushion 4-pack and competitive on cushioning, but the aggressive drop and controlling ride caused hip pain for the reviewer — he prefers the Glycerin Max and Nimbus 27 over it.
Best for: Runners who land at the heel and want a max-cushion daily option at an aggressive price; reviewer's least-preferred of the four compared.
A bit of a let-down for this reviewer — heavy, controlling and forces a specific gait; price ($135) is the main draw, but Pegasus Premium and Pegasus 41 are better picks for most runners.
Best for: Heavier-built wider-footed runners doing easy/recovery road miles who want max impact protection; not for speed or trail.
Reviewer's clear second-place pick of the four — only loses to the Novablast 5 because of weight and Novablast's better pace versatility, but the better outsole and balanced cushion make this the best easy-run option.
Best for: Easy daily-trainer steady miles when you don't want to carry a worry — reviewer's favorite Nike shoe at the moment.
Nike has finally produced a great daily trainer — fantastic outsole, stable wide platform, surprising pep, sensibly priced; a strong rotation option for everyday runners.
Best for: Daily easy and recovery miles for marathon training (40-50 mpw); great rotation pick alongside a Nike race-day shoe.
Nike is finally committing to the Vomero as a real max-cushion shoe — reviewer enjoyed it and likes the direction; reasonable value at $150.
Best for: Runners who want a true max-cushion daily trainer with bounce and a smooth transition; a real change from prior Vomeros that felt more like a 'GT Pegasus'.
An upgraded Vomero that moves in the right direction — supportive, durable, stable, and a better daily-trainer pick than the Invincible for runners who found the V3 too soft.
Best for: Higher-volume runners wanting a supportive, dense daily trainer with longevity (expected 500 miles).
The 17-to-18 update transformed and hooked Kieran: a soft, super-easy ride with a hint of response on a narrower, more precise and agile platform that hides the weight, durable over hundreds of miles.
Best for: A wide range of runs up to marathon pace and a great single travel shoe; good value at 140 pounds
Best for: Top cushion pick of 2025 for Kieran — the one shoe to take when packing light. 140 GBP.
Reviewer's pick over the 1080 V14 thanks to firmer ride, more pace versatility, and a meaningfully lower price.
Best for: Easy to moderate pace daily training and long runs; can hit marathon pace at a push; lighter trails OK due to outsole coverage.
Reviewer's pick over the Glycerin Max — equal comfort and protection, slightly more pace versatility, and a much lower price.
Best for: Easy and long runs, daily training, casual 5K runners, heavier runners; can handle moderate-to-tempo paces too.
Mike's preferred pick of the two — a heavier but plush, stable max-cushion daily trainer that handles its weight well and suits high-mileage easy running.
Best for: Max cushion daily trainer for easy and long runs at slower paces, with occasional uptempo capability.
Reviewer's favorite shoe of the year so far — supersedes the Pegasus 41 as the better all-rounder; max-cushion comfort that still picks up the pace.
Best for: Cushioned daily training and long runs at easy-to-moderate paces; beginners and casual runners; suitcase shoe that handles most rotation roles up to tempo.
A big improvement on the Vomero 17 that delivers plush comfort and versatility despite the weight gain — a strong all-rounder daily trainer at a competitive price.
Best for: Long, easy and moderate paced miles for runners who want a comfortable, protective max-cushion daily trainer; first-time marathoners who want comfort over the distance.
Reviewers note: True to size with a roomy toe box, plush padded tongue and heel collar; uppers flex nicely and offer good lockdown.
Per The Run Testers.
The Nike Vomero 18 weighs about 298g (men's 9), has a 44.0mm heel stack and a 10.0mm heel-toe drop.
Reviewers compare the Nike Vomero 18 to ASICS Novablast 5, Nike Pegasus 41, Nike Vomero 16, Under Armour Infinite Elite 2.
Per The Run Testers, Kofuzi, FORDY RUNS, EDDBUD, Ben Parkes, Seth James DeMoor, Doctors of Running.
Next Pair aggregates 17 expert reviews of the Nike Vomero 18, including The Run Testers, Kofuzi, Seth James DeMoor.
Per The Run Testers, Kofuzi, Seth James DeMoor.
Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.
