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ASICS NOVABLAST 5 vs Nike Vomero 18

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ASICS NOVABLAST 5
Nike Vomero 18

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Our Verdict

ASICS NOVABLAST 5

Nike Vomero 18

The ASICS NOVABLAST 5 and the Nike Vomero 18 are both daily trainers focused on comfort, but they take different approaches. The ASICS is lighter, more cushioned, and more energetic, offering a soft, bouncy ride that protects your legs while still feeling playful across a range of paces and distances. It's just a bit more versatile, whether you're cruising or picking things up a bit. The Vomero 18, on the other hand, is heavier and firmer, with a more structured and stable platform that emphasizes consistency and durability. The Vomero counters with a smoother rocker and slightly snappier forefoot, appealing more to those who prefer a grounded, stable feel for short, easy miles.

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Variants

  • NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Breeze/White - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Denim Blue/Midnight - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Illusion Blue/Light Blue - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Indigo Blue/Amber - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Indigo Blue/Seal Grey - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Pure Aqua/Seal Grey - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Pure Aqua/Seal Grey - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Soothing Sea/Wave Teal - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Wave Teal/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Wave Teal/Black - (Women - US 7))
  • Vomero 18 (Black/Summit White/Coconut Milk - (Men - US 9))
  • Vomero 18 (Black/Summit White/Coconut Milk - (Women - US 7))
  • Vomero 18 (Sail/Blk/Crimson/Laser Orange - (Men - US 9))
  • Vomero 18 (Summit White/Black/Coconut Milk - (Women - US 7))
  • Vomero 18 (White/Electric Green/Volt/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • Vomero 18 (White/Electric Green/Volt/Black - (Women - US 7))

Main Differences for
Marathon Racing

Threshold 

0.10

Marathon Racing 

7.3
5.9

Forefoot Energy Return 
 

7.1
3.5

Weight  

6.5
4.5

Heel Energy Return 
 

6.8
3.3

Full Comparison

Design

Weight  

6.5
4.5

Right Shoe Weight Photo  

ASICS NOVABLAST 5 Right Shoe Weight Photo
Nike Vomero 18 Right Shoe Weight Photo

Left Shoe Weight Photo  

ASICS NOVABLAST 5 Left Shoe Weight Photo
Nike Vomero 18 Left Shoe Weight Photo

Weight 
 

248.2 g (8.76 oz)
297.5 g (10.49 oz)
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Stack Heights 
 

Stack Height Photo  

ASICS NOVABLAST 5 Stack Height Photo
Nike Vomero 18 Stack Height Photo

Heel Stack Height 
 

41.8 mm
42.7 mm

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

33.4 mm
32.4 mm

Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.2 mm
10.3 mm

Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.0 mm
10.0 mm
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External Shape 
 

3D Model Full Shoe  

ASICS NOVABLAST 5 3D Model Full Shoe
Nike Vomero 18 3D Model Full Shoe

Outsole Heel Width 
 

89 mm (3.5")
96 mm (3.8")

Outsole Arch Width 
 

75 mm (2.9")
72 mm (2.8")

Outsole Forefoot Width 
 

115 mm (4.5")
116 mm (4.6")

Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

2.13
2.25

Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

3.44
3.58

Internal Shape 
 

3D Model Internal  

ASICS NOVABLAST 5 3D Model Internal
Nike Vomero 18 3D Model Internal

Internal Length 
 

284 mm (11.2")
278 mm (10.9")

Internal Heel Width 
 

62 mm (2.4")
64 mm (2.5")

Internal Forefoot Width 
 

94 mm (3.7")
91 mm (3.6")

Wide Sizing Available 
 

Yes
Yes
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Other Features  

Other Features Photo  

ASICS NOVABLAST 5 Other Features Photo
Nike Vomero 18 Other Features Photo

Tongue Gusset Type 
 

Fully-gusseted
Fully-gusseted

Plate 
 

None
None
Performance

Heel Energy Return 
 

6.8
3.3

Heel Compression Video  

Heel Energy Return  

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Heel Energy Return 
 

80.4%
74.8%
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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

7.1
3.5

Forefoot Compression Video  

Forefoot Energy Return  

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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

81.2%
75.0%
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Heel Cushioning 
 

8.6
7.9

Heel Cushioning Picture  

ASICS NOVABLAST 5 Heel Cushioning Picture
Nike Vomero 18 Heel Cushioning Picture

Heel Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 300N 
 

1.35 J
1.27 J

Energy Absorbed At 600N 
 

4.31 J
3.78 J

Energy Absorbed At 900N 
 

7.54 J
6.82 J
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Forefoot Cushioning 
 

8.6
7.1

Forefoot Cushioning Picture  

ASICS NOVABLAST 5 Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Nike Vomero 18 Forefoot Cushioning Picture

Forefoot Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 300N 
 

1.19 J
0.98 J

Energy Absorbed At 600N 
 

3.41 J
2.78 J

Energy Absorbed At 900N 
 

5.71 J
4.79 J
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Heel Firmness 
 

4.7
5.7

Heel Firmness  

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Average Firmness 0 To 300N 
 

31.9 N/mm
33.0 N/mm

Average Firmness 300 To 600N 
 

45.3 N/mm
53.2 N/mm

Average Firmness 600 To 900N 
 

69.4 N/mm
74.0 N/mm
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Forefoot Firmness 
 

7.3
8.6

Forefoot Firmness  

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Average Firmness 0 To 300N 
 

35.5 N/mm
42.8 N/mm

Average Firmness 300 To 600N 
 

60.4 N/mm
74.5 N/mm

Average Firmness 600 To 900N 
 

98.0 N/mm
111.5 N/mm
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ASICS NOVABLAST 5

Nike Vomero 18

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