The Adidas Adizero Adios PRO 5 and ASICS METASPEED SKY are both neutral road running shoes. The METASPEED SKY is 0.5 oz lighter (5.8 oz vs 6.3 oz), costs about $25 less (from $250) and is rated higher by buyers (4.5 vs 4 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Adizero Adios PRO 5 | METASPEED SKY |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $275 | $250 |
| Rating | 4 / 5 (40 reviews) | 4.5 / 5 (210 reviews) |
| Weight | 6.3 oz | 5.8 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 9 mm | 10.6 mm |
| Heel stack height | 39 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Firm / responsive | — |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Road, Track | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Women |
Specs and prices from Adidas and ASICS, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Adizero Adios PRO 5 if…
- it fits you better or you like its colors
Get the METASPEED SKY if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want to spend less
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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