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Vomero 18

8.4Good

Plush dual-density ZoomX and ReactX daily trainer for easy and recovery road miles.

Available in Men's and Women's sizing.

  • Max Cushion
  • Daily Trainer
  • Neutral
  • 10mm Drop
  • 288g
Nike Vomero 18
  • Best forAlready run Nike (or want a Nike lane) and need a soft easy/recovery shoe beside a firmer.
  • Runner typeNeutral gait
  • SurfacesRoad, Treadmill

Overview

Plush dual-density ZoomX and ReactX daily trainer for easy and recovery road miles.

Kitletics notes particular strengths around soft protective daily ride and clear pegasus complement.

  • Soft protective daily ride
  • Clear Pegasus complement

At a glance

Weight
288 g
Drop
10 mm
Heel Stack
40 mm
Cushioning
High
Stability
Neutral
Terrain
Road, Treadmill
Plate
No
Category
Running Shoes
Best for
Already run Nike (or want a Nike lane) and need a soft easy/recovery shoe beside a firmer

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Soft protective daily ride
  • Clear Pegasus complement

Cons

  • Less snappy for workouts
  • Can feel soft underfoot for some

Key technologies

  • ZoomX

    ZoomX + ReactX dual density

  • Rubber

    Rubber

Specifications

Weight
288g
Drop
10mm
Heel Stack
40mm
Cushioning
High
Stability
Neutral
Terrain
Road, Treadmill
Plate
No

Geometry

Weight288 g
Heel Stack40 mm
Forefoot Stack30 mm
Drop10 mm

Ride

CushioningHigh
Cushion FeelPlush
StabilityNeutral
Energy ReturnHigh
FlexibilityModerate
Ride CharacterSmooth

Construction

UpperEngineered mesh
MidsoleZoomX + ReactX dual density
OutsoleRubber
PlateNo
Plate MaterialNone

Use

TerrainRoad, Treadmill
Training TypesEasy, Long, Recovery
Recommended DistanceDaily, Marathon
SurfaceAsphalt, Treadmill
Weather SuitabilityDry, All Season
Race LegalYes

Fit

Width OptionsStandard
Arch SupportMedium
GripRoad
DurabilityModerate
BreathabilityHigh

Other

Fit / SizingMen, Women

Where to buy

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  • Amazon.nl

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How we assessed this product

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  • Verified specification

    Official product specifications

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    Verified 12 September 2026

  • Editorial research

    Independent expert reviews & Kitletics editorial analysis

    Used to cross-check ride, fit, category placement and buying trade-offs. Not a Kitletics personal wear-test.

    Verified 12 September 2026

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