Updated 3 Nov 2026
Is the Nike Vomero 18 worth it?
Yes — for long easy runs and walking.
It has one of the thickest, softest midsoles here, so long easy runs and days on your feet feel kind on the legs, and it costs less than most max-cushion shoes. It's stable for its height. The toe box is narrow, it's not light at about 300 g, and grip is only so-so.
97%of 73 owners give it 4 or 5 stars
- Very soft, thick cushioning
- Stable for a max-cushion shoe
- Great for long walks too
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What owners say
Nearly all verified owners are happy, mostly praising the soft cushioning and comfort.
Good to know
- Narrow at the toes.
- Around 300 g each: not light.
- Grip is only average on wet roads.
From 73 buyer ratings at Otto (Germany), every complaint read by us, November 2026. How we do this
What they love
- ComfortableMentioned a lot
- Looks greatMentioned often
- Soft, well cushionedMentioned often
- Good for walkingAlso mentioned
What they complain about
Hardly any: just 2 of 73 owners gave it 3 stars or fewer, and no complaint came up often enough to list.
Get it if…
- You want maximum cushioning for long, easy runs.
- You're on your feet all day.
- You want max cushion without paying top price.
Skip it if…
- You have wide feet — get the Clifton 10 or Novablast 5.
- You want a light shoe for faster runs.
More on the Vomero 18
How we reached this verdict
RunRepeat's lab rated it 90/100: very high shock absorption (147) on a 42.5 mm heel, 298 g, narrow (69.6 mm at the big toe) and with so-so grip. Believe in the Run's testers called it a max-cushion shoe for long, easy miles that doubles as a walking shoe. Otto's verified buyers are nearly all happy, mostly praising the comfort.
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: Nike Vomero 18, Believe in the Run: Nike Vomero 18, Nike (specs), RunRepeat: ASICS Novablast 5, RunRepeat: ASICS Gel-Kayano 32, RunRepeat: HOKA Clifton 10, RunRepeat: Brooks Ghost 17, Believe in the Run: ASICS Novablast 5, Believe in the Run: ASICS Gel-Kayano 32, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 3 Nov 2026How we decide