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  2. Merrell Morphlite vs Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Merrell Morphlite vs Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Merrell Morphlite

Merrell Morphlite

$110
Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Puma Electrify Nitro 4

€110

Quick verdict

Merrell Morphlite

$110

The better pick if you want:

  • A lighter option (70 g less)
  • A lower drop (6.5 vs 10 mm)

Puma Electrify Nitro 4

€110

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (80 vs 70)
  • More cushioning (35 vs 26.5 mm heel stack)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3 mm)
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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

Merrell Morphlite· leads in 1

Lightness

Puma Electrify Nitro 4· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    27 mm
    35 mmTop 43%
  • Lightness

    215 gTop 3%
    285 gTop 46%
  • Grip

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

    6.5 mm
    10 mm
  • Affordability

    $110Top 14%
    $110Top 14%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Merrell Morphlite vs Puma Electrify Nitro 4

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Merrell Morphlite$110Puma Electrify Nitro 4€110

Essentials

$110
€110
2024
December 2024
215 g
285 g

Overview

Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Road and light trails
Mixed trail surfaces
Trail running, mixed terrain, road-to-trail runs
Trail running on varied surfaces and terrains

Cushioning

6.5 mm
10 mm
26.5 mm
35 mm
20 mm
25 mm
FloatPro™ Foam for lightweight, durable cushioning
NITROFOAM™ and PROFOAM LITE cushioning

Grip & protection

Merrell sticky rubber with dual lug pattern for traction on road and trail
PUMAGRIP ATR rubber for multi-surface traction

Upper & fit

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

How Merrell Morphlite vs Puma Electrify Nitro 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
Merrell Morphlite52
Puma Electrify Nitro 457

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Merrell Morphlite80
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness35/35
  • Smooth roll25/25
Puma Electrify Nitro 474
  • Cushioning31/40
  • Lightness18/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

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

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Merrell Morphlite

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Merrell Morphlite vs Puma Electrify Nitro 4?

For value comparison: The Merrell Morphlite ($110) 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.

Which is newer, the Merrell Morphlite or the Puma Electrify Nitro 4?

Both came out in 2024.

Looking for alternatives to Merrell Morphlite?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Brooks Divide 6
Brooks Divide 6

Brooks

$110Score 72+2

Better than Merrell Morphlite at:

  • Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 3 mm)
Compare with Merrell Morphlite
2Kiprun MT Cushion 2
Kiprun MT Cushion 2

Kiprun

$109.99−$0.01Score 87+17

Better than Merrell Morphlite at:

  • A higher overall score (87 vs 70)
  • A lower drop (4 vs 6.5 mm)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 3 mm)
Compare with Merrell Morphlite
3Kiprun Kipsummit WP
Kiprun Kipsummit WP

Kiprun

$109.99−$0.01Score 78+8

Better than Merrell Morphlite at:

  • A higher overall score (78 vs 70)
  • More cushioning (39 vs 26.5 mm heel stack)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3 mm)
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