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Endorphin Elite 2vsEndorphin Pro 5
The Endorphin Elite 2 and Endorphin Pro 5 are both race shoes built for road running. The Endorphin Elite 2 retails for $290 while the Endorphin Pro 5 comes in at $240 — a $50 difference. The Endorphin Elite 2 is the lighter shoe at 7.0 oz versus 7.3 oz for the Endorphin Pro 5. In our ratings, the Endorphin Elite 2 edges out the Endorphin Pro 5 — 8.8/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 8.8 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $290 | $240✓ | |
| Weight | 7.0 oz✓ | 7.3 oz | |
| Category | Race Shoe | Race Shoe | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 39.5 mm | 39.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | Very High✓ | High | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Decent |
