A bouncy, full-length ZoomX max-cushion daily trainer that recaptures the liveliness of the original Invincible while adding stability and durability; versatile enough for easy miles through tempo work, though some find it heavy and prefer firmer alternatives.
A standout max-cushion recovery trainer that the reviewer would lace up over the Vomero 18 — soft, bouncy, durable, and a contender for best max-cushion shoe of the year.
Best for: Easy days, recovery runs, and long runs at conversational pace.
Ben Parkes calls the Vomero Plus the most enjoyable Nike daily trainer since the Invincible — a protective, bouncy ZoomX max-cushion shoe that eats up easy miles and still lets you pick up the pace on long runs.
Best for: Runners wanting a max-cushioned daily trainer that can also handle long runs with an uptempo finish, and Invincible fans looking for a replacement.
A solid high-stack daily option that is firmer and more reactive than the MagMax 2, with better stability from its full outsole but a less plush long-run feel.
Best for: A high-stack do-it-all daily shoe for runners who are not racking up the longest long runs.
Nike are back with an easy-to-recommend max-stack daily that delivers Invincible 1/2-style fun with better heel lockdown and stability, though the 45mm stack is arguably more than needed.
Best for: Runners looking for the spiritual successor to the Nike Invincible 1/2 — a fun, plush, do-it-all daily shoe with enough versatility to race in.
What they hoped the Vomero would be. Effort is showing in Nike's trainers, not just racers.
A polarizing but highly durable, bouncy high-drop daily trainer that delivers what many hoped the Vomero 18 would be. Great for neutral runners who want a plush, chunky ZoomX long-run and daily option, but wrong for anyone wanting a wide toe box, low drop, or stability.
Best for: Neutral runners who want a high-drop, chunky-heeled, bouncy daily trainer for easy miles, long runs, and some uptempo work — especially those offloading the Achilles or wanting an alternative to super shoes.
#10. Best Nike shoe of 2025. Plush comfortable upper, reasonable weight and price, widely available. Great for easy recovery efforts and giving legs a break.
Comfortable plush lifestyle and easy-day option but ~2.7 oz heavier than the Megablast and significantly behind it as a running shoe.
Best for: Easy days, recovery runs, and lifestyle/walking use
A soft, maximally cushioned daily option that feels clunky and not built for fast running; reviewer currently prefers the Nimbus 28 over it.
Best for: Soft, cushioned easy miles; aggressive pricing makes it attractive at sale prices
A plush, bouncy cruiser that excels at easy and recovery paces but is too bulky for fast running and has subpar outsole durability.
Best for: Plush cruiser for easy and recovery miles, on-feet-all-day use, and heavier runners needing impact protection
Durable, padded easy-day shoe but feels dated versus newer max-cushion rivals.
One of the best Nike running shoes in years — full-length ZoomX, wide toe box, stable smooth ride and a strong price make it a credible cheaper alternative to the ASICS Superblast 2.
Best for: Daily training and long runs, especially as a cheaper Superblast 2 alternative for runners wanting a max-cushion ZoomX trainer
Currently the best long-run shoe the reviewer thinks you can buy for the money at £110 — a very strong value alternative to the ASICS Blast range, and a good middle ground for those who want a less soft ride than the Superblast 3.
Best for: Everyday runners who want a great long-run shoe at a lower price and don't want the softness of the Superblast 3 or the narrow fit of the Megablast.
The pick of the bunch based on price — phenomenal full-length ZoomX, excellent fit, works across weather conditions and long runs, ideal for marathon/half training.
#4 long-run shoe — slid down from where the Invincible 3 sat. Less peppy than predecessor, slightly heavier, overly padded tongue/heel.
Honorable cushion daily trainer mention — the middle member of the Vomero family with a big stack of ZoomX foam offering comfort, bounce and versatility across paces.
Nick's go-to long-run shoe and one of the first max-cushion shoes he's truly loved — ticks every box for marathon training miles.
A strong addition to the max-cushion category that brings back the lively, bouncy feel of the early Nike Invincible while being more stable; a versatile mileage-eater that the reviewer thinks is a step up on midsole performance versus rivals.
Best for: High-mileage daily training, easy runs, long runs, and recovery for runners who want max cushion with more energy and bounce than typical comfort-focused shoes
A plush, bouncy max-cushion easy-day shoe with strong outsole coverage and durability; more supportive but less versatile than the RAD UFO.
Best for: Easy and long runs in a rotation; cushion-shoe slot.
Nick's favorite max-cushion shoe overall — more fun, bouncier and more versatile than the Glycerin Max 2, and cheaper too.
Best for: Easy and long runs for neutral runners who want a max-cushion shoe that still feels lively and responsive.
The preferred pick of the two: lighter, bouncier, more versatile, and cheaper, making it a strong one-shoe-does-everything max-cushion trainer.
Best for: Easy, long, and daily training runs with enough versatility to stretch into tempo work.
Nick's favorite cushion shoe on the market thanks to its exceptionally bouncy ZoomX ride that feels lively at both easy and faster paces.
Best for: Versatile max-cushion daily trainer for easy runs, long runs, and even first races
Nick's favorite easy/long run shoe on the market; bouncier and more fun than the 1080 V15 without sacrificing versatility.
Best for: Easy runs, long runs, and daily training; top pick for cushioned daily trainer
Nick's favorite of the two — a livelier, more exciting ZoomX-powered max-cushion daily trainer worth paying up for if you value fun on the run, though it's the pricier and heavier option.
Best for: Easy and long runs for neutral runners who want a soft, bouncy, fun max-cushion daily trainer that can also handle some tempo work.
Compared to other road easy recovery in the same lane.
