Asics
Better than Nike Zegama 2 at:
- A higher overall score (91 vs 73)
- A lighter option (80 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 36 mm heel stack)

Nike Zegama 2
$180
The better pick if you want:
Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX
$180
The better pick if you want:
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
Nike Zegama 2· leads in 1
Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX· leads in 1
Tied
Cushioning
Lightness
Grip
Drophigher isn't better or worse
Affordability
Compare features between Nike Zegama 2 vs Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX
How Nike Zegama 2 vs Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX 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.
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| 54 | |||||||
| 56 |
Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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For value comparison: The Nike Zegama 2 ($180) provides premium features compared to the Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX ($180). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
The Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX is newer: it came out in 2026, and the Nike Zegama 2 in 2024.
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