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ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 28 vs New Balance 1080v15

The ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 28 and New Balance 1080v15 are both neutral road running shoes with maximum cushioning. The GEL-NIMBUS 28 is rated higher by buyers (4.4 vs 4.2 out of 5). The 1080v15 is 0.7 oz lighter (9.2 oz vs 9.9 oz) and has a lower heel-to-toe drop (4 mm vs 8 mm).

ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 28

ASICS

GEL-NIMBUS 28

4.4 (1,300)

$170

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New Balance 1080v15

New Balance

1080v15

4.2 (2,132)

$169.99

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Specs side by side

GEL-NIMBUS 281080v15
Price $170 $169.99
Rating 4.4 / 5 (1,300 reviews) 4.2 / 5 (2,132 reviews)
Weight 9.9 oz 9.2 oz
Heel-to-toe drop 8 mm 4–6 mm
Cushioning Max Max
Support Neutral Neutral
Surface Road Road
Available for Men & Women Men & Women

Specs and prices from ASICS and New Balance, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.

Which should you get?

Get the GEL-NIMBUS 28 if…

  • you land on your heel and like a higher drop

Get the 1080v15 if…

  • you want the lighter shoe
  • you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop

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