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Magic Speed 5vsMagmax Nitro 2
The Magic Speed 5 is a speed trainer shoe while the Magmax Nitro 2 is a long run shoe. Both are priced at $180. The Magic Speed 5 is the lighter shoe at 6.9 oz versus 9.7 oz for the Magmax Nitro 2. In our ratings, the Magic Speed 5 edges out the Magmax Nitro 2 — 8.7/10 versus 8.6/10.
| Rating | 8.7 / 10✓ | 8.6 / 10 | |
| Price | $180✓ | $180✓ | |
| Weight | 6.9 oz✓ | 9.7 oz | |
| Category | Speed Trainer | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 7 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 37.5 mm | 46 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | High | High | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
