ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
Sqwod verdict
Our pick: ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 takes it — 82 vs 80.
Both are strong — the call comes down to what you prioritise:
- ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 — You coach runners who want maximum underfoot protection for easy days, long slow distance or higher weekly mileage, and you want the current Nimbus rather than run-out stock.
- New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 — Buy if you want a max-cushion, comfort-first daily trainer for easy runs, recovery days and long slow miles.
Our pick 
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28
82Score · Medium
from €140
A lighter, slightly more agile Nimbus that keeps the plush, stable ride for easy miles. There is still no pop for faster running, and at about €140 street it now costs what the 27 did on discount.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
80Score · High
from €136.90
A plush, dependable premium daily trainer that shines on easy and recovery runs — comfort-first, not speed-first.
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