Head-to-Head
Torin 8vsNeo Zen
The Torin 8 and Neo Zen are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. Both are priced at $150. The Neo Zen is the lighter shoe at 8.5 oz versus 10.1 oz for the Torin 8. In our ratings, the Torin 8 edges out the Neo Zen — 9.2/10 versus 9.0/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $150✓ | |
| Weight | 10.1 oz | 8.5 oz✓ | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Low | Medium | |
| Softness | Firm | Soft | |
| Drop | Low | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 0 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 30 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Wide | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium | High✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | Low | High✓ | |
| Durability | Very Good | Very Good |
