ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 vs Vivobarefoot Primus Lite IV
Sqwod verdict
Our pick: ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 takes it: 83 vs 74.
Both are strong: the call comes down to what you prioritise:
- ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27: You coach runners who want maximum underfoot protection for easy days, long slow distance, or higher-mileage and heavier runners.
- Vivobarefoot Primus Lite IV: Buy if you want maximum ground feel for lifting, functional training and hard gym floors, and you or your clients are already used to barefoot shoes.
Our pick 
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27
83Score · Medium
from €129.90
A supremely comfortable, stable max-cushion daily trainer for easy miles: best bought on discount as the outgoing model.
Vivobarefoot Primus Lite IV
74Score · Low
from €97
The Primus Lite IV keeps the class-leading ground feel of the III in a lighter, more resource-efficient build. Early reviews flag weaker durability and grip, and crowd data is still thin.
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