Asics Novablast 5 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
Critics score the Asics Novablast 5 86 and the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 85 out of 100, from 11 and 9 professional reviews. 5 outlets reviewed both: 2 scored the Asics Novablast 5 higher, 1 scored the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 higher and 2 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Asics Novablast 5 6 points ahead.
Image: AsicsAsics Novablast 5
Praised for: comfort and cushioning (8 of 11), performance (3 of 11), value for money (3 of 11)
The catch: Wet-weather grip is poor.
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Image: SauconySaucony Endorphin Speed 5
Praised for: performance (4 of 9), ease of use (2 of 9)
Criticised for: price (3 of 9), durability (2 of 9)
The catch: The price went up and durability is only average.
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Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | Asics Novablast 5 | Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RunningShoesGuru | 90 | 70 | +20 |
| Tom's Guide | 89est. | 80 | +9 |
| NBC Select | 83est. | 83est. | same |
| Run to the Finish | 90 | 90 | same |
| RunRepeat | 93 | 94 | -1 |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the Asics Novablast 5 minus the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
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Common questions
Which is better, the Asics Novablast 5 or the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5?
Critics rate the Asics Novablast 5 higher: 86 against 85. 5 outlets reviewed both: 2 scored the Asics Novablast 5 higher, 1 scored the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 higher and 2 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Asics Novablast 5 6 points ahead.
Do critics agree about the Asics Novablast 5 and the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5?
The Asics Novablast 5: broad agreement, scores from 77 to 93. The Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: broad agreement, scores from 70 to 94.