Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Asics Trabuco Max 5

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180
Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Puma Electrify Nitro 4

$110

Quick verdict

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (33 vs 15)
  • More cushioning (38.5 vs 35 mm heel stack)
  • A lower drop (5 vs 10 mm)

Puma Electrify Nitro 4

$110

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $70 less
  • A lighter option (15 g less)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3.5 mm)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 150 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

Asics Trabuco Max 5· leads in 1

Cushioning

Puma Electrify Nitro 4· leads in 3

LightnessGripAffordability
  • Cushioning

    39 mmTop 15%
    35 mmTop 39%
  • Lightness

    300 g
    285 gTop 48%
  • Grip

    3.5 mm
    4 mmTop 49%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    10 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $110Top 12%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Best value in this comparison

Essentials

180 $
110 $
300 g
285 g

Overview

Max Cushion Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Light to moderate trails, gravel and forest paths
Mixed trail surfaces
Long trail runs and ultra training on light to moderate terrain
Trail running on varied surfaces and terrains

Cushioning

5 mm
10 mm
38.5 mm
35 mm
33.5 mm
25 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for maximum, energetic cushioning
NITROFOAM™ and PROFOAM LITE cushioning
Maximum cushioning for long runs
—

Grip & protection

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for off-road traction
PUMAGRIP ATR rubber for multi-surface traction
Ready to buy?
Asics Trabuco Max 5

Have you used the Asics Trabuco Max 5 before?

Help the community by answering

Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Have you used the Puma Electrify Nitro 4 before?

Help the community by answering

Video Reviews

Watch real-world YouTube reviews from content creators and the Trail Running community.

See all 5 video reviews

Asics Trabuco Max 5

No YouTube reviews available for this product yet.

Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Visual Comparison

See the differences between Asics Trabuco Max 5 and Puma Electrify Nitro 4 in a side-by-side slider comparison.

Asics Trabuco Max 5
Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Comparison Questions

Answers based on product data and key differences.

Ask your own question

Can't find what you're looking for? Ask anything about Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Puma Electrify Nitro 4 and our AI will answer.

Enter to send · Shift+Enter for a new line
Try asking:

Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Puma Electrify Nitro 4?

For value comparison: The Asics Trabuco Max 5 ($180) provides premium features compared to the Puma Electrify Nitro 4 ($110). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Looking for alternatives to Asics Trabuco Max 5?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

See all alternatives