Nike Alphafly 4 vs Nike Vaporfly 4
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| NikeAlphafly 4 | NikeVaporfly 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | September 2026 | March 2025 |
| Fit and feel | ||
| Made for | Racing | Racing |
| Weight | 208 g | 190 g (better) |
| Heel height | – | 34.1 mm |
| Forefoot height | – | 25.5 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 6 mm |
| Carbon plate | Yes | Yes |
| Midsole foam | ZoomX LT foam above ZoomX foam, layered above and below the plate; dual forefoot Air Zoom units, softer and quieter than before | Full-length ZoomX foam midsole, with foam removed where it isn't needed to save weight |
| Plate | Wide carbon-fibre Flyplate with the Alphafly's propulsive scoop | Full-length, curved carbon-fibre Flyplate at a higher angle than the Vaporfly 3 |
| Upper | Seamless Atomknit upper with open-hole mesh zones, midfoot cables and an integrated heel unit; moulded sockliner | Engineered mesh; smaller heel and tongue; centred lace system with slightly elastic laces |
| Outsole | Fast Shot outsole | Thinner blown rubber outsole than the Vaporfly 3 |
| Use | ||
| Best for | Half-marathon and marathon racing | Racing from 5K and 10K to the marathon |
| Measured figures | – | RunRepeat lab: 166 g, 34.1 mm heel, 25.5 mm forefoot, 8.6 mm drop |
| Design | ||
| Colourways | Sea Glass/Laser Crimson/Phantom/Burgundy Ash | Spruce Aura/Grey Fog/Ice Peach/Dark Obsidian, Barely Green/Volt Tint/Sapphire/Black Spruce and others |
