Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 vs Adidas Supernova Solution 2

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

+ Praised

Soft, bouncy and quick at race pace, with a pronounced forefoot rocker and strong energy return; it feels less punchy than the Pro 3 and awkward at easy paces.

Adidas Supernova Solution 2

+ Praised

A bouncy, smooth and flexible ride that feels lighter than its size, though the angled heel flare can feel awkward.

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

+ Praised

The plush Lightstrike Pro midsole protects the legs over long races and is softer than the Pro 3, though the foam is expected to lose some bounce after about 100 miles.

Adidas Supernova Solution 2

± Divisive

Dreamstrike+ provides lively heel cushioning, but the forefoot is noticeably thinner and less protective.

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

± Divisive

The light, soft upper and padded tongue are a big improvement, but the fit is narrow and tapered, runs about half a size small, and causes toe pressure or nail damage for several testers.

Adidas Supernova Solution 2

± Divisive

A comfortable, roomy mesh upper, but the thick non-gusseted tongue slides and the materials feel budget compared with rivals.

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

± Divisive

Outsole rubber coverage is excellent and lab wear is low, but the thin toe box mesh scores poorly and the softer foam is expected to fade faster than the Pro 3.

Adidas Supernova Solution 2

+ Praised

The Adiwear outsole and PEBA foam hold up very well, with almost no wear after 50 miles.

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

+ Praised

Lighttraxion and the Continental forefoot patch give excellent wet and dry road grip, though wet metal and gravel remain slippery.

Adidas Supernova Solution 2

+ Praised

Adiwear rubber grips wet and dry pavement reliably, with enough traction for smooth paths.

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

− Criticised

The wide forefoot is stable, but the narrow heel and soft foam make the midfoot and rearfoot unsettled, especially for heel strikers and late in a race.

Adidas Supernova Solution 2

+ Praised

Support rods, sidewalls and a wider midfoot provide mild but noticeable guidance for heel and midfoot stability needs.

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

+ Praised

At $250 it undercuts most flagship racers and matches the Pro 3's price, making it one of the better-value super shoes despite the fit and durability caveats.

Adidas Supernova Solution 2

+ Praised

At $140 it is an excellent value for a lightweight PEBA stability trainer.