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Neo ZenvsH1
The Neo Zen and H1 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Neo Zen retails for $150 while the H1 comes in at $160 — a $10 difference. Both weigh 8.5 oz. In our ratings, the Neo Zen edges out the H1 — 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $160 | |
| Weight | 8.5 oz✓ | 8.5 oz✓ | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Trail | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 40 mm | 35 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Decent |
