New Balance TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6 vs Nike Alphafly 4

The New Balance TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6 and Nike Alphafly 4 are both neutral road running shoes with firm, responsive cushioning. On paper they're very close, so fit and feel will decide it.

New Balance

TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6

4.4 (123)

$289.99

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Nike

Alphafly 4

$280

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Specs side by side

Spec	TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6	Alphafly 4
Price	$289.99	$280
Rating	4.4 / 5 (123 reviews)	—
Weight	6.8 oz	6.6 oz
Heel-to-toe drop	—	8 mm
Cushioning	Firm / Responsive	Firm / Responsive
Support	Neutral	Neutral
Plate	Carbon	Carbon
Surface	Road	Road
Available for	Men & Women	Men & Women

Specs and prices from New Balance and Nike, checked 2026-11-02. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.

Which should you get?

Get the TCS NYC Marathon SuperComp Elite v6 if…

it fits you better or you like its colors

Get the Alphafly 4 if…

it fits you better or you like its colors