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Heel Stack Height
45.0 mm
Weight
301.7 g (10.64 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.8 mm
Plate
None
Heel Stack Height
42.7 mm
Weight
297.5 g (10.49 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.3 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 27
Nike Vomero 18
The ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 27 and the Nike Vomero 18 are both daily trainers designed for comfort, but they offer distinct experiences underfoot. The ASICS is higher-stacked overall and noticeably more cushioned in the forefoot, delivering a plush, soft ride ideal for runners prioritizing impact absorption and an easygoing feel. The Nike, by contrast, is firmer throughout, with a more structured platform and a slightly snappier forefoot, giving it a bit more responsiveness during toe-off. While the ASICS excels in softness and step-in comfort, the Nike edges it out for stability and liveliness, making it a better fit for runners who want a more grounded, supportive ride without sacrificing cushioning.
Variants
- GEL-NIMBUS 27 (Amber/Neutral Pink - (Men - US 9))
- GEL-NIMBUS 27 (Birch/Cold Moss - (Women - US 7))
- Vomero 18 (Black/Summit White/Coconut Milk - (Men - US 9))
- Vomero 18 (Black/Summit White/Coconut Milk - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Half/Full Marathon Racing
Half/Full Marathon Racing
Threshold
Half/Full Marathon Racing
6.4
6.5
Forefoot Compression Energy Return
2.8
5.0
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
8.0
7.0
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
4.5
5.9
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
4.3
4.5
Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Weight
301.7 g (10.64 oz)
297.5 g (10.49 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
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Heel Stack Height
45.0 mm
42.7 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
35.2 mm
32.4 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.8 mm
10.3 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
10.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
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Outsole Heel Width
94 mm (3.7")
96 mm (3.8")
Outsole Arch Width
84 mm (3.3")
72 mm (2.8")
Outsole Forefoot Width
116 mm (4.6")
116 mm (4.6")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.09
2.25
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.30
3.58
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
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Internal Length
278 mm (10.9")
278 mm (10.9")
Internal Heel Width
66 mm (2.6")
64 mm (2.5")
Internal Forefoot Width
95 mm (3.7")
91 mm (3.6")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Forefoot Fit: Width
9.6
9.2
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Ball-Of-Foot TTS Deviation
1.5 mm (0.057")
0.8 mm (0.031")
Toe TTS Deviation
3.7 mm (0.146")
-3.2 mm (-0.124")
Forefoot Fit: Height
7.3
7.7
Forefoot Height Photo
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Toe TTS Deviation
-3.2 mm (-0.126")
-2.7 mm (-0.108")
Arch Fit: Width
8.8
8.2
Arch Fit Photo
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Arch Width TTS Deviation
-2.2 mm (-0.087")
-3.1 mm (-0.121")
Length Fit
10
10
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Heel Rocker Geometry
6.2
8.3
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Heel Spring
17 mm (0.7")
31 mm (1.2")
Heel Apex Position
21.7%
26.8%
Heel Rocker Angle
14.7°
21.2°
Forefoot Rocker Geometry
6.9
6.6
Forefoot Rocker Photo
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Toe Spring
48 mm (1.9")
45 mm (1.8")
Toe Apex Position
66.7%
59.7%
Forefoot Rocker Angle
25.6°
20.6°
Foam
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Primary Foam Name
FF BLAST+ ECO
ZoomX
Primary Foam Type
EVA
PEBA
Secondary Foam Name
No Secondary Foam
ReactX
Secondary Foam Type
No Secondary Foam
TPEE
Laces
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Lace Type
Flat
Flat
Width
5.0 mm (0.2")
5.0 mm (0.2")
Thickness
1.8 mm (0.1")
1.4 mm (0.1")
Stretch
15.0%
14.0%
Other Features
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Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Fully-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Compression Energy Return
2.1
3.6
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Preview Graph
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Heel Energy Return
68.0%
70.1%
Forefoot Compression Energy Return
2.8
5.0
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Preview Graph
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Forefoot Energy Return
69.2%
71.9%
Heel Cushioning
7.8
7.8
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Heel Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.38 J
3.38 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
9.45 J
9.50 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
16.82 J
17.15 J
Forefoot Cushioning
8.6
7.5
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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Forefoot Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 800N
5.22 J
4.43 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
9.40 J
7.97 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
14.18 J
11.95 J
Heel Firmness
8.1
8.0
Heel Firmness Graph
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 550N
45.6 N/mm
45.3 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
55.8 N/mm
55.2 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
76.6 N/mm
75.5 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
7.8
8.9
Forefoot Firmness Graph
Preview Graph
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Firmness At 800N
57.4 N/mm
65.8 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
72.1 N/mm
83.3 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
98 N/mm
114 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
8.0
7.0
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Preview Graph
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Energy Absorbed At 10km
8.84 J
7.58 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
8.65 J
7.40 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
8.54 J
7.31 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
8.51 J
7.25 J
Rocker Stiffness
7.5
4.3
Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Video
Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Graph
Preview Graph
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Force To Flatten The Rocker
99 N
34 N
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
4.5
5.9
Forefoot Bending Video
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
Preview Graph
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Forefoot Bending Energy Return
55.3%
59.9%
Forefoot Bending Stiffness
7.8
7.4
Forefoot Bending Resistance Picture
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Forefoot Bending Resistance
Preview Graph
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Forefoot Bending Stiffness
16.0 N/mm
13.3 N/mm
Forefoot Bending Force
312 N
294 N
Heel Compression Depth
5.8
5.8
Heel Compression Graph
Preview Graph
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Heel Compression At 550N
12.1 mm
12.1 mm
Heel Compression At 1100N
19.7 mm
19.9 mm
Heel Compression At 1900N
24.8 mm
25.2 mm
Forefoot Compression Depth
6.1
5.4
Forefoot Compression Graph
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Compression At 800N
13.9 mm
12.2 mm
Forefoot Compression At 1300N
18.0 mm
15.6 mm
Forefoot Compression At 2050N
21.0 mm
18.1 mm
ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 27
Nike Vomero 18
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