HOKA Bondi 9 vs ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28
Get the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28. Lighter, far grippier, and plush for long days and easy runs. The HOKA Bondi is wider, steadier and tough, but heavier and warmer.
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Which one is for you?
Bondi 9
Get the Bondi if this sounds like you: a wide, steady base for walking, a shoe that lasts, HOKA's rocker.
Is the HOKA Bondi 9 worth it?Gel-Nimbus 28
Wet roads, a lighter plush shoe and more room at the toes: that's the Nimbus.
Is the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 worth it?Key differences
Weight
Grip
Stability
Breathability
Room at the toes
What owners say
Verified buyers only; every 1–3 star review read by us. How we do this
Bondi 9
Most verified owners love the soft cushioning for walking and long days on their feet; the main complaint is a tight forefoot, so some go a size up.
- Comfortable
- Soft, well cushioned
- Good for walking or all day on your feet
- Tight at the forefoot or runs small
Gel-Nimbus 28
Most verified owners are happy with the soft cushioning; a few found it narrower than earlier versions.
- Soft, well cushioned
- Good for running
- Comfortable
- Narrower or smaller than the last version
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: RunRepeat: ASICS Novablast 5, RunRepeat: Nike Vomero 18, RunRepeat: ASICS Gel-Kayano 32, RunRepeat: HOKA Clifton 10, RunRepeat: Brooks Ghost 17, Believe in the Run: ASICS Novablast 5, Believe in the Run: Nike Vomero 18, Believe in the Run: ASICS Gel-Kayano 32, manufacturer specifications.
Owner reports for the Bondi 9: 107 verified buyer ratings at Otto (Germany) and Rebel Sport (Australia), read November 2026.
Owner reports for the Gel-Nimbus 28: 52 verified buyer ratings at Otto (Germany) and Rebel Sport (Australia), read November 2026.