Saucony Endorphin Pro 4 vs ASICS MEGABLAST

Which Running Shoe Is Better?

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Saucony Endorphin Pro 4
ASICS MEGABLAST

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Updated Nov 14, 2025 09:26 PM

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Our Verdict

Saucony Endorphin Pro 4

ASICS MEGABLAST

The Saucony Endorphin Pro 4 and ASICS MEGABLAST both sit in the high-stack performance space, but they serve different roles. The Endorphin Pro 4 is a plated racing shoe that is lighter, snappier, and tuned for speed, making it a great choice for workouts and race day. The MEGABLAST, while unplated, has an even higher stack height and manages to feel impressively bouncy for a training shoe, though not quite as snappy as the Saucony. It is far more protective and forgiving, with cushioning that makes it suitable for everyday mileage and long runs. While the Saucony is the sharper tool for races, the ASICS doubles as both a versatile trainer and a potential racing option for amateur runners who prefer durability and comfort over top efficiency.

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Variants

  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Cavern/Violet - (Women - US 7))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Citron/Silver - (Men - US 9))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Citron/Silver - (Women - US 7))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Fog/Peel - (Men - US 9))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Fog/Peel - (Women - US 7))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Mirage/Citron - (Women - US 7))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Navy/Citron - (Men - US 9))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Olivine/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (Pepper/Navy - (Men - US 9))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (White/Black/Orange - (Men - US 9))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (White/Shadow - (Men - US 9))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (White/Silver - (Men - US 9))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (White/Silver - (Women - US 7))
  • Endorphin Pro 4 (White/Violet - (Women - US 7))
  • MEGABLAST (Edo Purple/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • MEGABLAST (Edo Purple/Black - (Women - US 7))
  • MEGABLAST (White/Piedmont Grey - (Men - US 9))
  • MEGABLAST (White/Piedmont Grey - (Women - US 7))

Main Differences for
Marathon Racing

Threshold 

0.10

Marathon Racing 

8.3
7.9

Plate 
 

Carbon Fiber
None

Weight  

7.7
7.2

Full Comparison

Design

Weight  

7.7
7.2

Right Shoe Weight Photo  

Left Shoe Weight Photo  

Weight 
 

214.9 g (7.58 oz)
229.9 g (8.11 oz)
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Stack Heights 
 

Stack Height Photo  

Heel Stack Height 
 

39.3 mm
44.6 mm

Forefoot Stack Height 
 

30.5 mm
35.9 mm

Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.8 mm
8.7 mm

Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop 
 

8.0 mm
8.0 mm

External Shape 
 

3D Model Full Shoe  

Outsole Heel Width 
 

87 mm (3.4")
96 mm (3.8")

Outsole Arch Width 
 

74 mm (2.9")
80 mm (3.2")

Outsole Forefoot Width 
 

114 mm (4.5")
119 mm (4.7")

Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

2.21
2.15

Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio 
 

3.74
3.31
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Internal Shape 
 

3D Model Internal  

Internal Length 
 

270 mm (10.6")
282 mm (11.1")

Internal Heel Width 
 

53 mm (2.1")
66 mm (2.6")

Internal Forefoot Width 
 

87 mm (3.4")
94 mm (3.7")

Wide Sizing Available 
 

No
No
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Other Features  

Other Features Photo  

Tongue Gusset Type 
 

Non-gusseted
Fully-gusseted

Plate 
 

Carbon Fiber
None
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Performance

Heel Energy Return 
 

8.4
8.4

Heel Compression Video  

Heel Energy Return  

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Heel Energy Return 
 

83.2%
82.9%
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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

8.3
8.3

Forefoot Compression Video  

Forefoot Energy Return  

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Forefoot Energy Return 
 

82.6%
82.8%
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Heel Cushioning 
 

7.4
9.3

Heel Cushioning Picture  

Heel Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 550N 
 

3.14 J
4.35 J

Energy Absorbed At 1100N 
 

9.21 J
12.12 J

Energy Absorbed At 1900N 
 

16.16 J
21.19 J
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Forefoot Cushioning 
 

7.1
9.4

Forefoot Cushioning Picture  

Forefoot Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 800N 
 

4.33 J
6.16 J

Energy Absorbed At 1300N 
 

7.59 J
11.21 J

Energy Absorbed At 2050N 
 

11.50 J
16.62 J
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Heel Firmness 
 

5.6
3.8

Heel Firmness  

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Firmness At 550N 
 

55.2 N/mm
41.2 N/mm

Firmness At 1100N 
 

103.1 N/mm
80.3 N/mm

Firmness At 1900N 
 

250.7 N/mm
190.4 N/mm
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Forefoot Firmness 
 

8.1
6.0

Forefoot Firmness  

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Firmness At 800N 
 

115.3 N/mm
69.2 N/mm

Firmness At 1300N 
 

215.0 N/mm
141.0 N/mm

Firmness At 2050N 
 

416.1 N/mm
308.6 N/mm
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Forefoot Long Run Cushioning 
 

6.5
8.9

Forefoot Long Run Cushioning  

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Energy Absorbed At 10km 
 

7.05 J
10.19 J

Energy Absorbed At 20km 
 

6.93 J
9.98 J

Energy Absorbed At 30km 
 

6.84 J
9.84 J

Energy Absorbed At 40km 
 

6.76 J
9.74 J

Saucony Endorphin Pro 4

ASICS MEGABLAST

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