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  1. Shoes
  2. Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 vs Merrell Nova 4

Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 vs Merrell Nova 4

Adidas Terrex Agravic 3

Adidas Terrex Agravic 3

€140
Merrell Nova 4

Merrell Nova 4

$135

Quick verdict

Adidas Terrex Agravic 3

€140

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (87 vs 75)
  • More cushioning (32.5 vs 29 mm heel stack)

Merrell Nova 4

$135

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $5 less
  • A lighter option (5 g less)
SpecsReview10Alternatives5

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Adidas Terrex Agravic 3· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Merrell Nova 4· leads in none

Tied

LightnessAffordability
  • Cushioning

    33 mm
    29 mm
  • Lightness

    275 gTop 31%
    270 gTop 27%
  • Grip

    5 mmTop 13%
    4 mmTop 50%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    8 mm
    8 mm
  • Affordability

    $140Top 26%
    $135Top 23%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 vs Merrell Nova 4

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Adidas Terrex Agravic 3€140Merrell Nova 4$135

Essentials

€140
$135
2024
2025
275 g
270 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Technical trails and varied off‑road terrain
Trails and varied outdoor surfaces
Trail running, technical trail races, and endurance off‑road runs
Trail running, outdoor adventures, varied terrain

Cushioning

8 mm
8 mm
32.5 mm
29 mm
24.5 mm
21 mm
Lightstrike 2.0 cushioning with TPU stability plate
FloatPro™ foam for lightweight, durable cushioning

Grip & protection

Continental™ rubber with 4–5 mm lugs for grip
Merrell Quantum Grip™ rubber for confident traction

Upper & fit

—
Breathable engineered mesh and TPU
—
50% recycled removable EVA foam with recycled mesh footbed cover
—
Traditional lace closure with elastic lace keeper
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On the terrain

How Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 vs Merrell Nova 4 should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a groundAverage
Adidas Terrex Agravic 367
Merrell Nova 455

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Adidas Terrex Agravic 363
  • Cushioning26/40
  • Lightness20/35
  • Smooth roll17/25
Merrell Nova 467
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness22/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

Adidas Terrex Agravic 3

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Adidas Terrex Agravic 3

Merrell Nova 4

Visual Comparison

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Adidas Terrex Agravic 3
Merrell Nova 4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 vs Merrell Nova 4?

For value comparison: The Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 ($140) provides premium features compared to the Merrell Nova 4 ($135). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 or the Merrell Nova 4?

The Merrell Nova 4 is newer: it came out in 2025, and the Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 in 2024.

Looking for alternatives to Adidas Terrex Agravic 3?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Asics Fuji Lite 6
Asics Fuji Lite 6

Asics

$140Score 85−2

Better than Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 at:

  • A lighter option (15 g less)
  • A lower drop (4 vs 8 mm)
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2Asics Fuji Lite 7
Asics Fuji Lite 7

Asics

$140Score 83−4

Better than Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 at:

  • A lighter option (34 g less)
  • A lower drop (4 vs 8 mm)
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3The North Face Altamesa 500
The North Face Altamesa 500

The North Face

$140Score 82−5

Better than Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 at:

  • More cushioning (36 vs 32.5 mm heel stack)
  • A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)
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