ASICS GEL-KAYANO 33 vs Nike Structure Plus
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| ASICSGEL-KAYANO 33 | NikeStructure Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | June 2026 | January 2026 |
| Fit and feel | ||
| Made for | Road running | Road running |
| Weight | 295 g (better) | 309 g |
| Heel height | 41 mm | 42 mm |
| Forefoot height | 33 mm | 32 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 10 mm |
| Carbon plate | No | – |
| Midsole foam | FF BLAST MAX top layer over FF BLAST PLUS; FLUIDSUPPORT stability system; PureGEL in the heel (Running Warehouse) | ZoomX foam above a ReactX foam carrier |
| Upper | Recycled polyester (Running Warehouse) | Engineered mesh with a secure midfoot band, plush collar and tongue |
| Outsole | – | Soft blown rubber at the forefoot and stiff high-abrasion rubber at the heel |
| Use | ||
| Best for | Stability for everyday and long runs | Daily road running and long runs with a midfoot support system wrapping the medial arch and lateral heel |
| Measured figures | Running Warehouse, men's US 9: 295 g, 41 mm heel, 33 mm forefoot, 8 mm offset. RunRepeat lab: 298 g, 36.8 mm heel, 28.3 mm forefoot, 8.5 mm drop. ASICS's figures, as listed by RunRepeat: 298 g, 39 mm heel, 31 mm forefoot | Nike's 309 g weight is for one men's UK 9 shoe; its launch release specifies 42 mm heel and 32 mm forefoot. RunRepeat measures 292 g, 40.9 mm heel and 29.7 mm forefoot in its purchased men's US 9 pair, with an 11.2 mm drop |
| Design | ||
| Colourways | – | White/Pure Platinum/Volt/Black shown; other colours available |
| Widths | – | Regular and Extra Wide, as listed by Nike UK |
