Nike Pegasus Plus vs Vomero Plus

Which Running Shoe Is Better?

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Nike Pegasus Plus
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Our Verdict

Nike Pegasus Plus

Nike Vomero Plus

The Nike Vomero Plus and the Nike Pegasus Plus are the first two 'Plus' models to be released as part of Nike's daily trainer reshuffle. They follow a similar formula: take the basic geometry of the iconic model's upper, and put a full stack of PEBA-based ZoomX foam in the midsole. In terms of energy return, the result is similar, as both shoes have a good bounce. But when it comes to cushioning, they couldn't be more different: The Pegasus Plus becomes harsh and bottoms out quickly, while the Vomero Plus offers truly excellent impact absorption, thanks to its much taller stack of ZoomX. That said, if you prioritise ground feel and lateral stability, the Pegasus Plus could still be a good option, but if comfort is queen, the Vomero Plus is the better shoe. 

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Variants

  • Pegasus Plus (Aluminum/Royal Pulse/White/Black - (Women - US 7))
  • Pegasus Plus (Black/Anthracite/White/Pure Platinum - (Men - US 9))
  • Vomero Plus (Black/Cool Grey/Metallic Dark Grey/White - (Men - US 9))
  • Vomero Plus (Black/Cool Grey/Metallic Dark Grey/White - (Women - US 7))

Main Differences for
Marathon Racing

Threshold 

0.10

Marathon Racing 
 

5.9
7.2

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

25.4 mm
34.4 mm

Heel Stack Height 
 

34.6 mm
43.8 mm

Weight  

6.8
5.2

Full Comparison

Design

Weight  

6.8
5.2

Right Shoe Weight Photo 
 

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Nike Pegasus Plus Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Nike Vomero Plus Right Shoe Weight Photo

Left Shoe Weight Photo 
 

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Nike Pegasus Plus Left Shoe Weight Photo
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Nike Vomero Plus Left Shoe Weight Photo

Weight 
 

240.5 g (8.48 oz)
280.7 g (9.90 oz)
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Stack Heights 
 

Stack Height Photo 
 

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Nike Pegasus Plus Stack Height Photo
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Nike Vomero Plus Stack Height Photo

Heel Stack Height 
 

34.6 mm
43.8 mm

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

25.4 mm
34.4 mm

Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

9.2 mm
9.4 mm

Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

10.0 mm
10.0 mm

External Shape 
 

3D Model Full Shoe  

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Nike Pegasus Plus 3D Model Full Shoe
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Nike Vomero Plus 3D Model Full Shoe

Outsole Heel Width 
 

86 mm (3.4")
99 mm (3.9")

Outsole Arch Width 
 

63 mm (2.5")
75 mm (3.0")

Outsole Forefoot Width 
 

113 mm (4.5")
115 mm (4.5")

Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

2.49
2.26

Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

4.45
3.34

Internal Shape 
 

3D Model Internal  

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Nike Pegasus Plus 3D Model Internal
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Nike Vomero Plus 3D Model Internal

Internal Length 
 

274 mm (10.8")
278 mm (10.9")

Internal Heel Width 
 

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

Internal Forefoot Width 
 

89 mm (3.5")
91 mm (3.6")

Wide Sizing Available 
 

No
Yes

Other Features  

Other Features Photo 
 

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Nike Pegasus Plus Other Features Photo
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Nike Vomero Plus Other Features Photo

Tongue Gusset Type 
 

Fully-gusseted
Non-gusseted

Plate 
 

None
None
Performance

Heel Energy Return 
 

7.7
7.7

Heel Compression Video  

Heel Energy Return  

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Nike Pegasus Plus Heel Energy Return
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Nike Vomero Plus Heel Energy Return

Heel Energy Return 
 

79.2%
79.4%
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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

7.8
7.8

Forefoot Compression Video  

Forefoot Energy Return  

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Nike Pegasus Plus Forefoot Energy Return
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Nike Vomero Plus Forefoot Energy Return

Forefoot Energy Return 
 

79.8%
79.5%
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Heel Cushioning 
 

5.5
8.4

Heel Cushioning Picture 
 

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Nike Pegasus Plus Heel Cushioning Picture
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Nike Vomero Plus Heel Cushioning Picture

Heel Cushioning  

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Nike Pegasus Plus Heel Cushioning
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Nike Vomero Plus Heel Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 550N 
 

2.86 J
3.64 J

Energy Absorbed At 1100N 
 

7.15 J
10.40 J

Energy Absorbed At 1900N 
 

11.84 J
18.04 J
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Forefoot Cushioning 
 

4.6
8.6

Forefoot Cushioning Picture 
 

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Nike Pegasus Plus Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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Nike Vomero Plus Forefoot Cushioning Picture

Forefoot Cushioning  

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Nike Pegasus Plus Forefoot Cushioning
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Nike Vomero Plus Forefoot Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 800N 
 

3.17 J
5.41 J

Energy Absorbed At 1300N 
 

5.00 J
9.50 J

Energy Absorbed At 2050N 
 

7.06 J
13.92 J
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Heel Firmness 
 

7.3
4.7

Heel Firmness  

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Nike Pegasus Plus Heel Firmness
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Nike Vomero Plus Heel Firmness

Firmness At 550N 
 

67.0 N/mm
46.6 N/mm

Firmness At 1100N 
 

156.4 N/mm
95.6 N/mm

Firmness At 1900N 
 

345.0 N/mm
220.5 N/mm
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Forefoot Firmness 
 

9.6
7.3

Forefoot Firmness  

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Nike Pegasus Plus Forefoot Firmness
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Nike Vomero Plus Forefoot Firmness

Firmness At 800N 
 

191.9 N/mm
87.8 N/mm

Firmness At 1300N 
 

407.7 N/mm
182.2 N/mm

Firmness At 2050N 
 

762.6 N/mm
376.3 N/mm
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Forefoot Long Run Cushioning 
 

4.5
7.1

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning  

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Nike Pegasus Plus Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
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Nike Vomero Plus Forefoot Long Run Cushioning

Energy Absorbed At 10km 
 

4.91 J
7.70 J

Energy Absorbed At 20km 
 

4.88 J
7.54 J

Energy Absorbed At 30km 
 

4.83 J
7.43 J

Energy Absorbed At 40km 
 

4.80 J
7.37 J

Nike Pegasus Plus

Nike Vomero Plus

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