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  1. Shoes
  2. Joma TR-5 vs Merrell Nova 4

Joma TR-5 vs Merrell Nova 4

Joma TR-5

Joma TR-5

€132
Merrell Nova 4

Merrell Nova 4

$135

Quick verdict

Joma TR-5

€132

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (83 vs 75)
  • To spend $3 less
  • A lower drop (5 vs 8 mm)

Merrell Nova 4

$135

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

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

Joma TR-5· leads in none

Merrell Nova 4· leads in none

Tied

LightnessGripAffordability
  • Cushioning

    No data
    29 mm
  • Lightness

    269 gTop 24%
    270 gTop 27%
  • Grip

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

    5 mm
    8 mm
  • Affordability

    $132Top 22%
    $135Top 23%

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 TR-5 vs Merrell Nova 4

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Joma TR-5€132Merrell Nova 4$135

Essentials

€132
$135
—
2025
269 g
270 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Technical and medium trail terrain
Trails and varied outdoor surfaces
Trail running on technical and medium terrain
Trail running, outdoor adventures, varied terrain

Cushioning

5 mm
8 mm
—
29 mm
—
21 mm
FLY REACTIVE midsole for reactive cushioning
FloatPro™ foam for lightweight, durable cushioning

Grip & protection

DURABILITY rubber with 4mm 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 Joma TR-5 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
Joma TR-555
Merrell Nova 455

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Joma TR-569
  • Cushioning22/40
  • Lightness22/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on stack height, assumed average.

Merrell Nova 467
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness22/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

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

Joma TR-5

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Joma TR-5

Merrell Nova 4

Visual Comparison

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Joma TR-5
Merrell Nova 4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Joma TR-5 vs Merrell Nova 4?

For value comparison: The Joma TR-5 ($132) offers better affordability compared to the Merrell Nova 4 ($135). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Looking for alternatives to Joma TR-5?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Hoka Torrent 5
Hoka Torrent 5

Hoka

$130−$2Score 94+11

Better than Joma TR-5 at:

  • A higher overall score (94 vs 83)
  • To spend $2 less
  • A lighter option (5 g less)
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2Kiprun Kipride Gravel
Kiprun Kipride Gravel

Kiprun

$129.99−$2.01Score 83

Better than Joma TR-5 at:

  • To spend $2.01 less
  • A lighter option (5 g less)
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3Asics TRABUCO MAX 4
Asics TRABUCO MAX 4

Asics

$126−$6Score 85+2

Better than Joma TR-5 at:

  • To spend $6 less
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