A data-driven comparison of the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 and ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris. See how they stack up on every metric.
These two shoes are remarkably close in overall performance — the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 scores 94/100 while the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris scores 93/100. The real difference isn't in the total score but in *where* each shoe excels. The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 wins on weight. The ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris counters with better value for money and durability. At $250 vs $500, the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris is the more affordable option. The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 is also lighter at 138g vs 185g.
Here's how the numbers stack up:
**Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2:** $500 | 138g | 39mm stack | 3mm drop | Neutral **ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris:** $250 | 185g | 40mm stack | 5mm drop | Neutral
There's a significant 47g weight gap — the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 will feel noticeably lighter in hand and on foot.
**Cushioning (80 vs 82):** Essentially tied. Both shoes provides a balanced mix of cushioning and ground feel.
**Stability (66 vs 68):** Essentially tied. Both shoes offers enough support for most neutral runners without feeling restrictive.
**Flexibility (92 vs 92):** Essentially tied. Both shoes balances flex with structure for a versatile ride.
**Durability (45 vs 58):** The ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris leads here — it should last a typical training cycle of 400-500 miles. A 13-point gap that you will feel in practice.
**Breathability (86 vs 86):** Essentially tied. Both shoes manages airflow adequately for most climates.
**Traction (74 vs 78):** The ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris leads here — it handles most road or trail surfaces without issues. A 4-point gap that is meaningful but not dramatic.
**Weight (100 vs 94):** The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 leads here — it is impressively light, reducing fatigue over long distances. A 6-point gap that you will feel in practice.
**Value for Money (48 vs 62):** The ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris leads here — it is fairly priced for what it offers. A 14-point gap that you will feel in practice.
**Choose the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 if:** - Weight is a priority for you (100/100 vs 94/100) - You want the lighter option (138g) - Your focus is racing
**Choose the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris if:** - Value for Money is a priority for you (62/100 vs 48/100) - Durability is a priority for you (58/100 vs 45/100) - Budget matters ($250 vs $500) - Your focus is racing
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 is the stronger shoe overall, but the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris isn't far behind and actually beats it in value for money. The $250 price gap is significant — the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris at $250 offers strong value, while the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 at $500 needs to justify its premium with performance you'll actually use.
Our scores are aggregated from expert review sources including Runner's World, Believe in the Run, Road Trail Run, Doctors of Running, and other trusted publications. We normalize scores to a 0-100 scale and weight them equally. Specs are sourced from manufacturer data. Prices reflect MSRP at time of writing.
