Comparing Nike vs ASICS running shoes could largely be described as a difference in fit and feel, along with some company philosophy if you care about those things (which a lot of you do in this case). Nike might be a behemoth in the sports world, but ASICS is no slouch.
ASICS is well known for their sponsorship of many large marathons and long partnerships with athletes like Deena Kastor.
In the last 20+ years of running and writing shoe reviews, I’m happy to say that I’ve run in a WIDE range of shoes from both brands. There are models I hated, ones I loved and a bunch in between that were just fine, but not my perfect shoe.
Both brands provide high quality shoes and offer a variety of models to suit different needs like overpronation, cushioning, and trail running.
Today, I’m going to give you a breakdown with an overview of features and then we will compare shoe models side by side.
Nike Vs ASICS Key Differences
Asics and Nike offer similar features and models for all kinds of runners, from the new runner to Ultramarathoner to the flat-footed or high-arched.
Largely we’re looking at how a maximal shoes compares to a traditional running shoe.
I break down the differences in more detail below, but here’s a quick overview:
Nike Running Shoes
- More narrow fit,…
