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- Main Differences
- Design
- Performance
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Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 vs PUMA Deviate NITRO 3
Side-by-Side Comparison
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Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
PUMA Deviate NITRO 3
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Heel-To-Toe Drop6.4 mm
PlatePlastic
Heel-To-Toe Drop11.0 mm
PlateCarbon Fiber
Variants
- Endorphin Speed 4 (Men - US 9) (Navy/Spice)
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Men - US 9) (Sun Stream/Sunset Glow/White)
Our Verdict
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
PUMA Deviate NITRO 3
The Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 and the PUMA Deviate NITRO 3 are both plated super trainers, but they excel in different areas. The PUMA is a higher-stack shoe that offers slightly better cushioning, making it a better fit for heavier runners or those who prefer a bit more protection underfoot. The Saucony, on the other hand, is notably lighter and has better energy return, making it more efficient for speedwork despite using a nylon plate rather than a carbon fiber plate like the PUMA.
Main Differences forMarathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
7.3
6.8
Forefoot Energy Return
8.2
6.5
Weight
6.7
5.9
Plate
Plastic
Carbon Fiber
Heel Energy Return
8.1
6.6
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
6.7
5.9
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
240.6 g (8.49 oz)
262.1 g (9.25 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
37.2 mm
42.3 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
30.8 mm
31.3 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
6.4 mm
11.0 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
10.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
92 mm (3.6")
83 mm (3.3")
Outsole Arch Width
67 mm (2.6")
58 mm (2.3")
Outsole Forefoot Width
113 mm (4.5")
107 mm (4.2")
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
275 mm (10.8")
275 mm (10.8")
Internal Heel Width
59 mm (2.3")
60 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
91 mm (3.6")
91 mm (3.6")
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Fully-gusseted
Semi-gusseted
Plate
Plastic
Carbon Fiber
Performance
Heel Energy Return
8.1
6.6
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
86.1%
79.6%
Forefoot Energy Return
8.2
6.5
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
87.0%
79.4%
Heel Cushioning
6.4
7.7
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
0.90 J
1.25 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
3.22 J
3.65 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
6.05 J
6.45 J
Forefoot Cushioning
6.2
6.5
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
0.85 J
0.89 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
2.51 J
2.56 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
4.38 J
4.40 J
Heel Firmness
7.1
6.2
Heel Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
47.7 N/mm
33.8 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
57.8 N/mm
55.9 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
79.5 N/mm
80.6 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
9.0
9.0
Forefoot Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
51.0 N/mm
47.9 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
80.4 N/mm
80.2 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
120.4 N/mm
123.3 N/mm
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