Nike Vomero Premium Review: You Don’t Need It (But You Might Want It)
- FORDY RUNS
- 15 minutes ago
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Overview
Nike has reorganised its running shoe lineup into three silos — Pegasus, Structure, and Vomero — each with three tiers: the base model, the Plus, and the Premium. The Vomero Premium sits at the very top of that range and, naturally, carries the price tag to match. The Nike Vomero Premium — the top-of-the-line version in Nike’s refreshed Vomero series for 2025. The big question we’re answering today: do you actually need this shoe? Spoiler: probably not. But let’s unpack why.
About the shoe
Price: £210 (but 15% off for 40 Runs club members at SportsShoes.com)
Weight: 364 g (UK 9.5)
Stack: 55 mm heel / 45 mm forefoot (10 mm drop)
Midsole: ZoomX foam above and below twin Air units
Upper: Engineered mesh
Outsole: Classic waffle rubber
Plate: None — this one’s all about foam and comfort
On paper, it’s a monster of a shoe — thick foam, loads of comfort, premium build. But how does it run?
Performance & Ride Feel
I’ve been tapering for the Chicago Marathon, so most of my testing has been easy miles and a few goal-pace efforts. And honestly, the Vomero Premium has been a joy to run in.
The closest comparison I can make is the Nike Neo Vista 2 — soft, bouncy, and surprisingly stable. Despite the towering stack height, I’ve had zero real stability issues, even as a mild pronator. It picks up the pace better than expected, making it versatile for easy runs and tempo work alike.
The outsole is excellent, too. The waffle rubber grips nicely, even in the wet (something that can’t always be said for Nike shoes). That said, when it does get soaked, it feels noticeably heavy — all 364 grams of it. But when dry, it runs lighter than it looks.
Comfort & Fit
As expected, the Vomero Premium delivers that plush, cushioned ride Nike fans love. The foam-heavy heel and tongue give a pillow-like feel, and the wide base adds a sense of security underfoot. There’s no carbon or plastic plate here — just good old-fashioned foam doing its job.
It’s super comfortable for long miles, and I’m genuinely looking forward to taking it through a full 20-mile long run once Chicago is done. For now, though, it’s been perfect for taper weeks and steady runs.
The Big Question: Do You Need It?
Here’s the truth: you don’t need this shoe. At £210, it’s hard to justify when options like the Neo Vista 2 (£150) or the Vomero Plus (£155) offer nearly identical performance at a significantly lower cost. Both of those models deliver the same soft, stable, cushioned ride — just without the “Premium” badge and price tag. That said, the Vomero Premium is a lovely shoe. It’s well-built, super comfortable, and genuinely fun to run in. So while you may not need it, you might want it — and that’s a fair distinction.
Final Verdict
✅ Pros:
Exceptionally comfortable and cushioned
Smooth, stable ride
Great outsole grip, even in wet conditions
Premium materials and build
❌ Cons:
£210 is steep
Heavy when wet
Offers little over cheaper models like the Vomero Plus or Neo Vista 2
