Nike Pegasus 41 vs Nike Vomero 18
Get the Vomero 18. Far more cushioning, so long runs and long days are easier on your legs. The Pegasus 41 is lighter for the gym and short runs, but thin up front and slippy in the wet.
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Which one is for you?
Pegasus 41
Get the Pegasus if this sounds like you: short runs and gym sessions, a lighter shoe, more room at the toes.
Is the Nike Pegasus 41 worth it?Vomero 18
Long easy runs, all day on your feet, the most cushioning Nike makes for the money? Then it's the Vomero.
Is the Nike Vomero 18 worth it?Key differences
Cushioning
Weight
Wet grip
Room at the toes
Best for
What owners say
Verified buyers only; every 1–3 star review read by us. How we do this
Pegasus 41
Nearly all verified owners are happy, mostly praising the comfort for running, walking and the gym.
- Comfortable
- Good for running
- Looks great
Nothing came up often enough to list.
Vomero 18
Nearly all verified owners are happy, mostly praising the soft cushioning and comfort.
- Comfortable
- Looks great
- Soft, well cushioned
Nothing came up often enough to list.
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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 Pegasus 41: 46 verified buyer ratings at Otto (Germany) and Rebel Sport (Australia), read November 2026.
Owner reports for the Vomero 18: 73 verified buyer ratings at Otto (Germany), read November 2026.