Nike Alphafly 3 vs Saucony Endorphin Pro 5
Both are neutral shoes with soft cushioning. The Alphafly 3 is the lighter shoe: 7 oz against 7.6 oz in men's sizes, and 6.1 oz against 6.7 oz in women's.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Nike Alphafly 3 | Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Cushioning | Soft | Soft |
| Best for | Race day | Race day |
| Heel drop | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Stack height | 40 mm heel, 32 mm forefoot | 39.5 mm heel, 31.5 mm forefoot |
| Men's weight | 7 oz per shoe | 7.6 oz per shoe |
| Women's weight | 6.1 oz per shoe | 6.7 oz per shoe |
| Rocker sole | Not stated | Yes |
| Carbon plate | Yes | Yes |
Where they differ
- The Alphafly 3 is the lighter shoe: 7 oz against 7.6 oz in men's sizes, and 6.1 oz against 6.7 oz in women's.
What they share
- Both are neutral shoes with soft cushioning.
- Heel drop is the same on both: 8 mm.
- Both have a carbon plate.
About these figures
These are the numbers brands and stores publish, not our own lab tests, and they can change between versions. Specs can't tell you how a shoe feels on your foot, so try a pair on if you can.
See each shoe on its own page: Nike Alphafly 3 and Saucony Endorphin Pro 5. Or browse all comparisons.