Asics Fujispeed 4 vs Craft Vild 1

Asics Fujispeed 4

Asics Fujispeed 4

$180
Craft Vild 1

Craft Vild 1

$179.95

Quick verdict

Asics Fujispeed 4

$180

The better pick if you want:

  • A lighter option (20 g less)
  • More cushioning (43 vs 36.5 mm heel stack)
  • A lower drop (5 vs 7 mm)

Craft Vild 1

$179.95

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 173 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 Fujispeed 4· leads in 2

CushioningLightness

Craft Vild 1· leads in none

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    43 mmTop 3%
    37 mmTop 31%
  • Lightness

    240 gTop 8%
    260 gTop 16%
  • Grip

    3.5 mm
    No data
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    7 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $180

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Asics Fujispeed 4 vs Craft Vild 1

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Essentials

$180
$179.95
July 2025
2026
240 g
260 g

Overview

Trail Racing Shoe
Mountain Trail Running Shoe
Technical mountain trails and trail races
rugged and technical Alpine trails, steep descents
Trail races and fast sessions on mountain terrain
Alpine marathons and fast, technical descents

Cushioning

5 mm
7 mm
43 mm
36.5 mm
38 mm
29.5 mm
Dual layer of FF BLAST PLUS foam with a full-length carbon plate
Cr Foam™ supercritical EVA with a softer formula
Light, energetic and propulsive ride
Light and responsive for fast mountain running

Grip & protection

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for grip on varied terrain
Vibram® Megagrip rubber outsole
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TPU overlays in high-wear areas
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Vibram® Megagrip for wet and dry rock

Upper & fit

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Tear-resistant polyester ripstop with TPU overlays in critical areas
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Removable sockliner
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Craft Endurance Fit® with narrow heel cup, midfoot lock-in and roomy forefoot
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On the terrain

How Asics Fujispeed 4 vs Craft Vild 1 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
Asics Fujispeed 455
Craft Vild 162

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Asics Fujispeed 495
  • Cushioning40/40
  • Lightness30/35
  • Smooth roll25/25
Craft Vild 183
  • Cushioning34/40
  • Lightness24/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on lug depth, assumed average.

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

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Asics Fujispeed 4 vs Craft Vild 1?

For value comparison: The Asics Fujispeed 4 ($180) provides premium features compared to the Craft Vild 1 ($179.95). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Asics Fujispeed 4 or the Craft Vild 1?

The Craft Vild 1 is newer: it came out in 2026, and the Asics Fujispeed 4 in July 2025.

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