Saucony Hurricane 25 vs Nike Vomero Plus

The Nike Vomero Plus and Saucony Hurricane 25 are two max-cushioned trainers built on very different design principles. The Nike shoe has the brand's classic high drop, so while its heel sits higher than the Saucony's, the Nike shoe's forefoot is actually lower to the ground. The Nike is also built on a narrower platform than the Saucony, which, combined with Saucony's moderate stability features, makes the Hurricane 25 the more stable of the two shoes. Unsurprisingly, given the shoes' differing designs, the Nike is comparably more cushioned in the heel, while the Saucony is better cushioned in the forefoot. Both shoes have a fun, bouncy ride, but the Nike returns energy more consistently.