Joma Rase vs Merrell Morphlite

Joma Rase

€106

Merrell Morphlite

$110

Quick verdict

Joma Rase

€106

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (73 vs 70)
To spend $4 less

Merrell Morphlite

$110

The better pick if you want:

A lighter option (139 g less)

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…).

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Joma Rase· leads in 1

Grip

Merrell Morphlite· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
No data
27 mm
Lightness
354 g
215 gTop 3%
Grip
4.5 mmTop 25%
3 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
6.5 mm
Affordability
$106Top 11%
$110Top 14%

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 Joma Rase vs Merrell Morphlite

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Essentials

€106

$110

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2024

354 g

215 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Road-to-Trail Running Shoe

Medium and low-difficulty trails

Road and light trails

Fast trail running, long distances and training/competition

Trail running, mixed terrain, road-to-trail runs

Cushioning

8 mm

6.5 mm

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26.5 mm

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20 mm

Dual-density with REACTIVE BALL and phylon for cushioning and energy return

FloatPro™ Foam for lightweight, durable cushioning

Grip & protection

DURABILITY rubber with 4.5mm lugs for grip

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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On the terrain

How Joma Rase vs Merrell Morphlite 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 ground							Average
Joma Rase							49
Merrell Morphlite							52

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Joma Rase43

Cushioning22/40
Lightness0/35
Smooth roll21/25

Estimated: no data on stack height, assumed average.

Merrell Morphlite80

Cushioning20/40
Lightness35/35
Smooth roll25/25

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Which offers better value: Joma Rase vs Merrell Morphlite?

For value comparison: The Joma Rase ($106) offers better affordability compared to the Merrell Morphlite ($110). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

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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

Joma Rase· leads in 1

Grip

Merrell Morphlite· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
No data
27 mm
Lightness
354 g
215 gTop 3%
Grip
4.5 mmTop 25%
3 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
6.5 mm
Affordability
$106Top 11%
$110Top 14%

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

Pick a ground

Average

Joma Rase

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Joma Rase vs Merrell Morphlite

Joma Rase

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Quick verdict

Spec profile