ASICS
Novablast 4
7.4Solid
Previous-generation FF BLAST+ Novablast daily trainer — still a strong clearance pick for bouncy easy and long road miles.
From € 99
Comparison
ASICS Novablast 4 vs Novablast 5
Novablast 5 is the current daily trainer in the family. Novablast 4 remains useful when discounted, but is previous-generation.
- Expert comparison
- Data driven
- Updated 1 September 2026
- Running Shoes
ASICS
Novablast 5
8.8Very Good
Bouncy neutral daily trainer suited to easy miles and long runs.
From € 130
Decision guide
When each shoe is the better buy — by training mix and conditions, not overall score alone.
Bottom line
Upgrade to Novablast 5 when replacing a worn pair; keep Novablast 4 if it still feels good or is heavily discounted.
Current generation with fuller structured recommendation coverage.
ASICS
Choose Novablast 4 if…
- You find a strong discount and already like the Novablast ride.
ASICS
Choose Novablast 5 if…
- You want the current Novablast daily trainer.
Key Differences
Generation status
Novablast 4: Previous generationNovablast 5: Current generationNovablast 5 supersedes Novablast 4 as the current family daily trainer.
Score Comparison
Novablast 4Novablast 5
Cushioning
—9.2Ride & Energy
—9.0Fit & Comfort
—8.2Stability
—7.8Durability
—8.0Value for Money
—8.2
When each wins
Context winners by session type — use these with the decision guide above, not as a universal ranking.
Daily Training
Novablast 5
Current generation with stronger daily-training coverage.
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Long Runs
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Tempo Runs
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Easy Runs
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Trail Running
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Specs
| Spec | Novablast 4 | Novablast 5 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight (g) | 255 | 255 | TIE |
| Drop (mm) | 8 | 8 | TIE |
| Heel Stack (mm) | 41 | 41 | TIE |
| Forefoot Stack (mm) | 33 | 33 | TIE |
| Cushioning | High | High | TIE |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | TIE |
| Energy Return | — | High | — |
| Cushion Feel | — | Soft | — |
| Ride Character | — | Rockered | — |
| Flexibility | — | Moderate | — |
| Plate | No | No | TIE |
| Plate Material | None | None | TIE |
| Midsole | FF BLAST+ | FF BLAST PLUS ECO | — |
| Outsole | AHAR / ASICSGRIP | AHAR rubber (partial) | — |
| Upper | Engineered woven mesh | Engineered mesh | — |
| Terrain | Road | Road, Treadmill | — |
| Training Types | — | Easy, Long, Recovery | — |
| Recommended Distance | — | Daily, Half, Marathon | — |
| Weather Suitability | — | Dry, All Season | — |
| Width Options | — | Standard | — |
| Arch Support | — | Medium | — |
| Fit / Sizing | Men, Women | Men, Women | TIE |
| Recommended Pace Range (min/km) | — | — | — |
| Recommended Runner Weight Range (kg) | — | — | — |
| Surface | — | Asphalt, Treadmill | — |
| Grip | — | Road | — |
| Durability | — | Moderate | — |
| Race Legal | — | Yes | — |
| Breathability | — | High | — |
Current Prices
Regional prices · Netherlands
Prices last checked: 12 Sept 2026. Offer updates do not mean the editorial comparison was re-reviewed.
Top Alternatives
Brooks Ghost 18Novablast 4 vs Ghost 18 is not a score swap. Ghost 18 wins when a same-role peer and beginner-friendly beat bouncy FF BLAST+ ride. drop sits higher on Ghost 18 (12 vs 8).
HOKA Clifton 10Clifton 10 is on the Novablast 4 alternatives list for a same-role peer. Clifton 10 brief: Lightweight max-cushion neutral daily trainer with HOKA’s signature rockered geometry.. Novablast 4 brief: Previous-generation FF BLAST+ Novablast daily trainer — still a strong clearance pick for…. Extra peer cue: smooth rocker. Peer spec: drop 5, midsole Compression-molded EVA / CMEVA, cushion feel plush, stability neutral.
ASICS Novablast 6Leave Novablast 4 for Novablast 6 when a same-role peer outweighs the source’s daily training / easy runs bias. Novablast 6 centres on daily training / long runs. You give up Novablast 4 spec (drop 8, stability neutral).
Brooks Ghost 16a same-role peer is the fork: Ghost 16 (Soft neutral daily trainer popular with beginners.) versus Novablast 4 (Previous-generation FF BLAST+ Novablast daily trainer — still a strong clearance pick for…). Source verdict cue: A previous-gen Novablast daily trainer I’d shortlist on clearance when you want bouncy road cushion… Spec split — peer drop 12, cushion feel soft, stability neutral vs source drop 8, stability neutral.
Nike Pegasus 41Pegasus 41 is on the Novablast 4 alternatives list for a more race-focused platform. Pegasus 41 brief: Nike’s high-volume ReactX daily trainer for easy and steady road miles — versatile, not a…. Novablast 4 brief: Previous-generation FF BLAST+ Novablast daily trainer — still a strong clearance pick for…. Extra peer cue: widely available. Peer spec: drop 10, cushion feel balanced, stability neutral.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4FuelCell Rebel v4 is on the Novablast 4 alternatives list for a more race-focused platform. FuelCell Rebel v4 brief: Previous-generation FuelCell uptempo trainer (~199 g men's US 9) for mixed easy and faste…. Novablast 4 brief: Previous-generation FF BLAST+ Novablast daily trainer — still a strong clearance pick for…. Extra peer cue: official New Balance wide options alongside standard. Peer spec: drop 6, midsole FuelCell, cushion feel balanced, stability neutral.
HOKA Clifton 9Shared use-case alternative
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FAQ
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Is it worth upgrading from Novablast 4 to Novablast 5?
Upgrade when the 4 is worn out or you want the current generation. Keep the 4 if it still feels good or you find a strong discount that fits easy-mileage training.