The Altra Vanish Carbon 3 and ASICS FUJI LITE 7 are both neutral road running shoes. The Vanish Carbon 3 is 0.8 oz lighter (7.7 oz vs 8.5 oz). The FUJI LITE 7 costs about $100 less (from $140) and is rated higher by buyers (4.9 vs 3.6 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Vanish Carbon 3 | FUJI LITE 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $240 | $140 |
| Rating | 3.6 / 5 (16 reviews) | 4.9 / 5 (39 reviews) |
| Weight | 7.7 oz | 8.5 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Heel stack height | 40 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Max | — |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Road | Road, Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Altra and ASICS, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Vanish Carbon 3 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
Get the FUJI LITE 7 if…
- you want to spend less
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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