The Adidas Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro is a neutral road running shoe and the Nike Vaporfly 4 is a road running shoe. The Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro costs about $23 less (from $150). The Vaporfly 4 is rated higher by buyers (4.6 vs 4.3 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro | Vaporfly 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $150 | $172.97–$225.97 |
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 (12 reviews) | 4.6 / 5 (265 reviews) |
| Weight | 7 oz | 6.7 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 6 mm |
| Heel stack height | 37 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Firm / responsive | — |
| Support | Neutral | — |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Adidas and Nike, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Adizero EVO SL Exo Suede Lightstrikepro if…
- you want to spend less
Get the Vaporfly 4 if…
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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