Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 vs Salomon Genesis

Mizuno Wave Daichi 9

€150

Salomon Genesis

€150

Quick verdict

Mizuno Wave Daichi 9

€150

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

Salomon Genesis

€150

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (85 vs 72)
A lighter option (31 g less)
Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 4 mm)

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

Mizuno Wave Daichi 9· leads in 1

Cushioning

Salomon Genesis· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
34 mm
33 mm
Lightness
306 g
275 gTop 31%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
4.5 mmTop 25%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6.5 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 vs Salomon Genesis

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (15)

Essentials

€150

2025

2024

306 g

275 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Moderate to rugged trails

Technical, mixed terrain and rocky paths

Trail running and long-distance off-road runs

Technical trail running and everyday mountain training

Cushioning

6.5 mm

8 mm

34 mm

33 mm

27.5 mm

25 mm

Mizuno ENERZY foam with Wave foam structure for cushioning & stability

Energy Foam cushioning with Active Chassis™ support

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Moderate cushioning with dynamic support

Grip & protection

Vibram Megagrip rubber with traction lugs

All Terrain Contagrip® rubber with 4.5 mm lugs

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High foot protection for rocks and obstacles

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All Terrain Contagrip® lugs for grip on mixed and rocky ground

Upper & fit

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Matryx® durable textile with breathability and abrasion resistance

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Standard trail sockliner

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Quicklace™ lacing, neutral support, regular width

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On the terrain

How Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 vs Salomon Genesis 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
Mizuno Wave Daichi 9							56
Salomon Genesis							60

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Mizuno Wave Daichi 966

Cushioning29/40
Lightness12/35
Smooth roll25/25

Salomon Genesis68

Cushioning27/40
Lightness20/35
Smooth roll21/25

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 vs Salomon Genesis?

For value comparison: The Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 ($150) provides premium features compared to the Salomon Genesis ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 or the Salomon Genesis?

The Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 is newer: it came out in 2025, and the Salomon Genesis in 2024.

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$150Score 93+21

Better than Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 at:

A higher overall score (93 vs 72)
A lighter option (31 g less)
More cushioning (44 vs 34 mm heel stack)

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Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Salomon

$150Score 90+18

Better than Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 at:

A higher overall score (90 vs 72)
A lighter option (31 g less)
More cushioning (39 vs 34 mm heel stack)

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Kiprun Kipsummit Max

Kiprun

$150Score 86+14

Better than Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 at:

A higher overall score (86 vs 72)
A lighter option (20 g less)
More cushioning (39 vs 34 mm heel stack)

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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

Mizuno Wave Daichi 9· leads in 1

Cushioning

Salomon Genesis· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
34 mm
33 mm
Lightness
306 g
275 gTop 31%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
4.5 mmTop 25%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6.5 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

Pick a ground

Average

Mizuno Wave Daichi 9

Salomon Genesis

Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 vs Salomon Genesis

Mizuno Wave Daichi 9

Salomon Genesis

Quick verdict

Spec profile