A data-driven comparison of the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 and New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5. 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 New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 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 New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 counters with better durability and value for money. At $250 vs $500, the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 is the more affordable option. The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 is also lighter at 138g vs 213g.
Here's how the numbers stack up:
**Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2:** $500 | 138g | 39mm stack | 3mm drop | Neutral **New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5:** $250 | 213g | 40mm stack | 8mm drop | Neutral
There's a significant 75g weight gap — the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 will feel noticeably lighter in hand and on foot. The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 has a lower 3mm drop, which encourages a more midfoot strike pattern. The 8mm drop on the other shoe suits heel strikers.
**Cushioning (80 vs 84):** The New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 leads here — it provides a balanced mix of cushioning and ground feel. A 4-point gap that is meaningful but not dramatic.
**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 New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 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 84):** Essentially tied. Both shoes manages airflow adequately for most climates.
**Traction (74 vs 76):** Essentially tied. Both shoes handles most road or trail surfaces without issues.
**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 56):** The New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 leads here — it is expensive relative to its performance — you're paying a premium. A 8-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 New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 if:** - Durability is a priority for you (58/100 vs 45/100) - Value for Money is a priority for you (56/100 vs 48/100) - Budget matters ($250 vs $500) - Your focus is racing
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 is the stronger shoe overall, but the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 isn't far behind and actually beats it in durability. The $250 price gap is significant — the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 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.
