Head-to-Head
Adizero Evo SlvsMagmax Nitro 2
The Adizero Evo Sl is a daily trainer shoe while the Magmax Nitro 2 is a long run shoe. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Magmax Nitro 2 comes in at $180 — a $30 difference. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 9.7 oz for the Magmax Nitro 2. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Magmax Nitro 2 — 9.2/10 versus 8.6/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 8.6 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $180 | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 9.7 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 46 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
