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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Weight
    2. Stack Heights
    3. External Shape
    4. Internal Shape
    5. Other Features
  5. Performance
    1. Heel Energy Return
    2. Forefoot Energy Return
    3. Heel Cushioning
    4. Forefoot Cushioning
    5. Heel Firmness
    6. Forefoot Firmness
  6. Comments

PUMA Deviate NITRO 3 vs ASICS NOVABLAST 5

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

PUMA Deviate NITRO 3
ASICS NOVABLAST 5

Tested using Methodology v0.8

Updated Apr 24, 2025 07:56 PM

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Updated Apr 25, 2025 06:55 PM

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PUMA Deviate NITRO 3 Picture
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  3. For Men

Variants

  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Black/Sun Stream - (Men - US 9))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Black/Sunset Glow/Sun Stream - (Women - US 7))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Black/White/Silver - (Women - US 7))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Cool Weather/Blue Crystal/Silver - (Women - US 7))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Cool Weather/Yellow Alert - (Men - US 9))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Crystal/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Glowing Red/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Glowing Red/Silver - (Women - US 7))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Lapis Lazuli/Sunset Glow - (Women - US 7))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Pale Plum/Midnight Plum/Sun Stream - (Women - US 7))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Peaceful Blue/Glowing Red - (Men - US 9))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Peaceful Blue/Glowing Red - (Women - US 7))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (Sun Stream/Sunset Glow/White - (Men - US 9))
  • Deviate NITRO 3 (White/Glowing Red - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Breeze/White - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Denim Blue/Midnight - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Illusion Blue/Light Blue - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Indigo Blue/Amber - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Indigo Blue/Seal Grey - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Pure Aqua/Seal Grey - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Pure Aqua/Seal Grey - (Women - US 7))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Soothing Sea/Wave Teal - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Wave Teal/Black - (Men - US 9))
  • NOVABLAST 5 (Wave Teal/Black - (Women - US 7))

Our Verdict

PUMA Deviate NITRO 3

ASICS NOVABLAST 5

The ASICS NOVABLAST 5 and the PUMA Deviate NITRO 3 are both high-stack cushioned trainers that perform similarly despite some key differences. They both return a similar amount of energy, but the ASICS offers a more cushioned ride, making it a better choice for longer efforts and for those seeking plush comfort. The PUMA, however, feels more controlled, with a carbon fiber plate and firmer foam.

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