The Nike Vaporfly 4 is a road running shoe and the Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 is a neutral road running shoe. The Vaporfly 4 is 0.6 oz lighter (6.7 oz vs 7.3 oz), costs about $67 less (from $172.97), has a lower heel-to-toe drop (6 mm vs 8 mm) and is rated higher by buyers (4.6 vs 3.7 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Vaporfly 4 | Endorphin Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $172.97–$225.97 | $240 |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 (265 reviews) | 3.7 / 5 (239 reviews) |
| Weight | 6.7 oz | 7.3 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 8 mm |
| Heel stack height | — | 39.5 mm |
| Cushioning | — | Balanced |
| Support | — | Neutral |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Nike and Saucony, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Vaporfly 4 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want to spend less
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
Get the Endorphin Pro 5 if…
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
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