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Magic Speed 5vsDeviate Nitro 4
The Magic Speed 5 and Deviate Nitro 4 are both speed trainer shoes built for road running. The Magic Speed 5 retails for $180 while the Deviate Nitro 4 comes in at $170 — a $10 difference. The Magic Speed 5 is the lighter shoe at 6.9 oz versus 8.8 oz for the Deviate Nitro 4. In our ratings, the Magic Speed 5 edges out the Deviate Nitro 4 — 8.7/10 versus 8.3/10.
| Rating | 8.7 / 10✓ | 8.3 / 10 | |
| Price | $180 | $170✓ | |
| Weight | 6.9 oz✓ | 8.8 oz | |
| Category | Speed Trainer | Speed Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 7 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 37.5 mm | 38 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | High | High | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
