The ASICS BLOOMSTRIDE and Saucony Kinvara 16 are both neutral road running shoes. The Kinvara 16 costs about $20 less (from $130) and has a lower heel-to-toe drop (4 mm vs 6 mm).
Specs side by side
| Spec | BLOOMSTRIDE | Kinvara 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $150 | $130 |
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 (13 reviews) | 4.4 / 5 (345 reviews) |
| Weight | 7.4 oz | 7.3 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 4 mm |
| Heel stack height | — | 28 mm |
| Cushioning | — | Firm / responsive |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from ASICS and Saucony, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the BLOOMSTRIDE if…
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
Get the Kinvara 16 if…
- you want to spend less
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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