Updated 3 Nov 2026
Is the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 worth it?
Yes — for comfort, more than speed.
It's soft and plush, with excellent grip and a low drop, and it's very comfortable for easy runs and long days of walking. It feels blocky and dull when you pick up the pace, the upper isn't very breathable, and it's one of the dearest shoes here. The Nimbus 27, if you can find it on sale, feels much the same for less.
87%of 52 owners give it 4 or 5 stars
- Soft, plush cushioning
- Excellent grip
- Comfortable for all-day walking
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What owners say
Most verified owners are happy with the soft cushioning; a few found it narrower than earlier versions.
Good to know
- Flat and blocky when you run faster.
- The upper is warmer than most.
- A few owners find it narrower than the Nimbus 26 and 27.
From 52 buyer ratings at Otto (Germany) and Rebel Sport (Australia), every complaint read by us, November 2026. How we do this
What they love
- Soft, well cushionedMentioned a lot
- Good for runningMentioned a lot
- ComfortableMentioned a lot
What they complain about
- Narrower or smaller than the last versionOccasional
Get it if…
- You want a plush, comfortable shoe for easy runs.
- You walk a lot and want soft cushioning.
- You run on wet roads and want grip.
Skip it if…
- You want a lively, bouncy shoe — get the Novablast 5.
- You'd rather spend less — the Cumulus 27 is close.
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How we reached this verdict
RunRepeat's lab rated it 86/100: high shock absorption (137), excellent grip, 278 g and a 5.2 mm drop, but low energy return and below-average breathability. Believe in the Run's testers found it blocky, best as an all-day walking shoe, and suggest the 27 on sale. Otto and Rebel Sport's verified buyers are mostly happy with the cushioning.
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 Gel-Nimbus 28, Believe in the Run: ASICS Nimbus 28, ASICS (specs), 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.
Updated 3 Nov 2026How we decide