Kiprun Kipstorm Elite vs Kipstorm Tempo

Which Running Shoe Is Better?

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite
Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo

Tested using Methodology v0.12

Updated Jul 07, 2026 08:01 PM

DicksSportingGoods.com

Tested using Methodology v0.12

Updated Jul 07, 2026 08:01 PM

DicksSportingGoods.com
Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Picture

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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Picture

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Our Verdict

Kiprun Kipstorm Elite

Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo

The Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo and Kiprun Kipstorm Elite share the same family DNA, but they occupy different parts of a training rotation. The Kipstorm Tempo, as its name suggests, is built for tempo sessions, intervals, and faster daily training. Its A-TPU foam sits on top of an EVA carrier, creating a more cushioned ride overall, especially at the heel. The Kipstorm Elite is the race-day model, pairing A-TPU with PEBA and adding a carbon fiber plate to maximize responsiveness. It's lighter, though not by a huge margin, and its midsole feels noticeably bouncier and more energetic, making it the faster and more performance-oriented option.

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Variants

  • Kipstorm Elite (Vanilla/Smoked Black - (Men - US 9))
  • Kipstorm Elite (Vanilla/Smoked Black - (Women - US 7))
  • Kipstorm Tempo (Foggy Blue/Fluo Neon Pink - (Men - US 9))
  • Kipstorm Tempo (Foggy Blue/Fluo Neon Pink - (Women - US 7))

Main Differences for
Half/Full Marathon Racing

Threshold 

0.10

Half/Full Marathon Racing 
 

8.1
7.8
No major differences between these running shoes for half/full marathon racing. See full list of tests below.

Full Comparison

Design

Weight  

7.5
7.3

Right Shoe Weight Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Right Shoe Weight Photo

Left Shoe Weight Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Left Shoe Weight Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Left Shoe Weight Photo

Weight 
 

218.9 g (7.72 oz)
227.0 g (8.01 oz)

Stack Heights 
 

Stack Height Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Stack Height Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Stack Height Photo

Heel Stack Height 
 

38.7 mm
43.6 mm

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

33.0 mm
30.0 mm

Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

5.7 mm
13.6 mm

Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

5.0 mm
8.0 mm

External Shape 
 

3D Model Full Shoe  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite 3D Model Full Shoe
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo 3D Model Full Shoe

Outsole Heel Width 
 

82 mm (3.2")
85 mm (3.3")

Outsole Arch Width 
 

70 mm (2.8")
77 mm (3.0")

Outsole Forefoot Width 
 

114 mm (4.5")
120 mm (4.7")

Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

2.12
1.95

Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

3.45
4.00

Internal Shape 
 

3D Model Internal  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite 3D Model Internal
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo 3D Model Internal

Internal Length 
 

270 mm (10.6")
277 mm (10.9")

Internal Heel Width 
 

62 mm (2.4")
59 mm (2.3")

Internal Forefoot Width 
 

88 mm (3.5")
90 mm (3.5")

Wide Sizing Available 
 

No
No

Forefoot Fit: Width 
 

8.1
9.7

Forefoot Width Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Width Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Width Photo

Ball-Of-Foot TTS Deviation 
 

1.4 mm (0.055")
1.4 mm (0.056")

Toe TTS Deviation 
 

-6.6 mm (-0.259")
-0.7 mm (-0.028")

Forefoot Fit: Height 
 

7.3
5.7

Forefoot Height Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Height Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Height Photo

Toe TTS Deviation 
 

-3.3 mm (-0.129")
-5.1 mm (-0.200")

Arch Fit: Width 
 

6.8
8.5

Arch Fit Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Arch Fit Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Arch Fit Photo

Arch Width TTS Deviation 
 

-4.9 mm (-0.191")
-2.7 mm (-0.105")

Length Fit 
 

10
7.0

Toe Clearance Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Toe Clearance Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Toe Clearance Photo

Heel Rocker Geometry 
 

7.7
7.8

Heel Rocker Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Heel Rocker Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Heel Rocker Photo

Heel Spring 
 

22 mm (0.9")
27 mm (1.1")

Heel Apex Position 
 

19.6%
16.0%

Heel Rocker Angle 
 

21.4°
26.8°

Forefoot Rocker Geometry 
 

7.9
7.7

Forefoot Rocker Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Rocker Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Rocker Photo

Toe Spring 
 

56 mm (2.2")
53 mm (2.1")

Toe Apex Position 
 

65.0%
63.4%

Forefoot Rocker Angle 
 

29.2°
26.8°

Other Features  

Other Features Photo 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Other Features Photo
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Other Features Photo

Tongue Gusset Type 
 

Semi-gusseted
Fully-gusseted

Plate 
 

Carbon Fiber
None
Performance

Heel Compression Energy Return 
 

8.2
7.2

Heel Compression Video  

Heel Energy Return  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Heel Energy Return
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Heel Energy Return

Heel Energy Return 
 

81.7%
77.1%

Forefoot Compression Energy Return 
 

8.3
7.8

Forefoot Compression Video  

Forefoot Energy Return  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Energy Return
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Energy Return

Forefoot Energy Return 
 

82.4%
79.9%

Heel Cushioning 
 

8.1
9.1

Heel Cushioning Picture 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Heel Cushioning Picture
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Heel Cushioning Picture

Heel Cushioning  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Heel Cushioning
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Heel Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 550N 
 

3.58 J
3.84 J

Energy Absorbed At 1100N 
 

10.27 J
11.92 J

Energy Absorbed At 1900N 
 

16.69 J
20.56 J

Forefoot Cushioning 
 

8.5
8.9

Forefoot Cushioning Picture 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Cushioning Picture

Forefoot Cushioning  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Cushioning
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 800N 
 

5.12 J
5.48 J

Energy Absorbed At 1300N 
 

9.27 J
9.91 J

Energy Absorbed At 2050N 
 

14.27 J
15.08 J

Heel Firmness 
 

7.3
6.0

Heel Firmness Graph  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Heel Firmness Graph
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Heel Firmness Graph

Firmness At 550N 
 

41.4 N/mm
40.3 N/mm

Firmness At 1100N 
 

50.4 N/mm
46.0 N/mm

Firmness At 1900N 
 

72.2 N/mm
63.6 N/mm

Forefoot Firmness 
 

7.3
5.8

Forefoot Firmness Graph  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Firmness Graph
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Firmness Graph

Firmness At 800N 
 

54.8 N/mm
49.7 N/mm

Firmness At 1300N 
 

69.7 N/mm
63.7 N/mm

Firmness At 2050N 
 

94 N/mm
87 N/mm

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning 
 

8.0
8.1

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Long Run Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 10km 
 

8.74 J
9.01 J

Energy Absorbed At 20km 
 

8.61 J
8.80 J

Energy Absorbed At 30km 
 

8.53 J
8.67 J

Energy Absorbed At 40km 
 

8.46 J
8.57 J

Rocker Stiffness 
 

8.1
7.0

Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Video  

Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Graph  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Graph
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Graph

Force To Flatten The Rocker 
 

125 N
84 N

Forefoot Bending Energy Return 
 

8.1
7.5

Forefoot Bending Video  

Forefoot Bending Energy Return  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Bending Energy Return
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Bending Energy Return

Forefoot Bending Energy Return 
 

72.4%
67.8%

Forefoot Bending Stiffness 
 

7.9
7.8

Forefoot Bending Resistance Picture 
 

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Bending Resistance Picture
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Bending Resistance Picture

Forefoot Bending Resistance  

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Kiprun Kipstorm Elite Forefoot Bending Resistance
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Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo Forefoot Bending Resistance

Forefoot Bending Stiffness 
 

18.2 N/mm
14.5 N/mm

Forefoot Bending Force 
 

314 N
348 N

Kiprun Kipstorm Elite

Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo

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