The Adidas Adizero Boston 13 and Adidas adizero EVO SL are both neutral road running shoes with firm, responsive cushioning. The Adizero Boston 13 costs about $22 less (from $128). The adizero EVO SL is 1.5 oz lighter (7.7 oz vs 9.2 oz) and sits higher off the ground (39 mm vs 36 mm heel stack).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Adizero Boston 13 | adizero EVO SL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $128–$160 | $150 |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 (1,097 reviews) | 4.7 / 5 (8,686 reviews) |
| Weight | 9.2 oz | 7.7 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 7 mm |
| Heel stack height | 36 mm | 39 mm |
| Cushioning | Firm / responsive | Firm / responsive |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Road, Track | Road, Track |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Adidas, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Adizero Boston 13 if…
- you want to spend less
- you like feeling closer to the ground
Get the adizero EVO SL if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want more foam under your heel
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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