Nike
SauconyWhich should you buy?
Choose the Zoom Fly 6 if you want a durable, carbon-plated shoe for tempo runs and races on a budget.
Choose the Endorphin Speed 6 if you want a bouncier, lighter shoe for workouts and long runs with some pace.
The Zoom Fly 6 is 18 g heavier than the Endorphin Speed 6. It has 2 mm more foam under the heel. It costs £15 less at full price.
Side by side
| Spec | Zoom Fly 6Nike | Endorphin Speed 6Saucony |
|---|---|---|
| Review score | 93/100 (2 reviews) | Not enough reviews yet |
| Type | Super trainer | Super trainer |
| Weight (men's UK 8.5) | 248 g | 230 g |
| Heel stack | 40 mm | 38 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Cushioning | Balanced | Balanced |
| Bounce | Bouncy | Springy |
| Plate | Carbon plate | Nylon plate |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Fit | True to size | True to size |
| Widths | standard | standard |
| Waterproof version | No | No |
| UK RRP | £155 | £170 |
Weights are for a men's US 9 / UK 8.5. Prices are UK RRPs; shops often sell for less.
What the critics say
Zoom Fly 6
- Versatile super trainer that handles tempo and marathon sessions
- Excellent durability for the price
- Secure, comfortable upper
- Firm, muted ride lacks bounce
- Narrow, low toe box
Scores from RunRepeat, Road Trail Run.
Endorphin Speed 6
- Springier PWRRUN PBX foam
- More cushioning but lighter
- Secure heel lock
- Less grounded at easy paces
- Little rubber at the heel
Paraphrased from published reviews.
What's new in each
Nike Zoom Fly 6: Lighter than the Zoom Fly 5, with softer cushioning and a more flexible carbon plate that feels less aggressive underfoot.
Saucony Endorphin Speed 6: New PWRRUN PBX foam, 2 mm more stack and a redesigned nylon plate, while dropping about 17 g compared with the Endorphin Speed 5.
Prices for the Zoom Fly 6 Prices for the Endorphin Speed 6
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