Asics Fujispeed 4 vs Merrell Morphlite

Asics Fujispeed 4

Asics Fujispeed 4

$180
Merrell Morphlite

Merrell Morphlite

$110

Quick verdict

Asics Fujispeed 4

$180

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (33 vs 15)
  • More cushioning (43 vs 26.5 mm heel stack)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 3 mm)

Merrell Morphlite

$110

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $70 less
  • A lighter option (25 g less)

Spec profile

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Asics Fujispeed 4· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Merrell Morphlite· leads in 2

LightnessAffordability
  • Cushioning

    43 mmTop 4%
    27 mm
  • Lightness

    240 gTop 9%
    215 gTop 3%
  • Grip

    3.5 mm
    3 mm
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    6.5 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $110Top 12%

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

180 $
110 $
240 g
215 g

Overview

Trail Racing Shoe
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Technical mountain trails and trail races
Road and light trails
Trail races and fast sessions on mountain terrain
Trail running, mixed terrain, road-to-trail runs

Cushioning

5 mm
6.5 mm
43 mm
26.5 mm
38 mm
20 mm
Dual layer of FF BLAST PLUS foam with a full-length carbon plate
FloatPro™ Foam for lightweight, durable cushioning
Light, energetic and propulsive ride
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Grip & protection

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for grip on varied terrain
Merrell sticky rubber with dual lug pattern for traction on road and trail

Upper & fit

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Jacquard with internal bootie for secure fit
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50% recycled EVA foam with recycled mesh cover
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Traditional lacing
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