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Arahi 8vsNeo Zen
The Arahi 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 9.0 oz for the Arahi 8. Both score 9.0/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $150✓ | $150✓ | |
| Weight | 9.0 oz | 8.5 oz✓ | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 39 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Stability | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low | High✓ | |
| Breathability | Warm | Medium✓ | |
| Traction | Low | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Very Good | Very Good |
