New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 vs PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro
We haven't tested PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro yet, so its role suitability is estimated from published specs.
New Balance
FuelCell Rebel v5
Check priceReview Pulse · Strongly positive · 94/100
Reviewers praise the ride and cushioning and split on the upper and stability.
PUMA
Deviate Pure Nitro
Check priceReview Pulse · Mostly positive · 81/100
Reviewers praise the ride and cushioning and split on the upper.
The differences that matter
- PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro has 4 mm more foam under the heel.
- PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro has the higher drop (8 mm vs 6 mm).
What reviewers say
Ride
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
A light, bouncy and flexible ride that feels fun at easy paces and lively enough for tempo work.
PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro
Praised
A natural-feeling, low-plate daily trainer spans easy runs through tempo work; testers like its adaptability, though it is less explosive than the most aggressive speed trainers.
Cushioning
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
The taller PEBA-blended FuelCell stack adds protection without making the shoe feel heavy or mushy.
PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro
Praised
The full-length PEBA Nitro foam offers a balanced mix of impact protection and rebound without an overly soft or unstable feel.
Upper
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Divisive
A light, secure Fantomfit upper with a roomy forefoot, though the midfoot can feel sloppy and the tongue causes pressure for some.
PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro
Divisive
The lightweight mesh and secure lockdown work well for many, but its tapered, low-volume forefoot can feel too narrow until it breaks in.
Durability
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
The outsole rubber and foam hold up well for a light trainer, with better coverage than earlier Rebels.
PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro
Praised
PUMAGRIP and long-mileage reports point to strong outsole life, although lab abrasion testing flags the delicate toe mesh as a weak spot.
Grip
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
Traction is reliable on dry and wet roads, with enough grip for light paths.
PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro
Praised
PUMAGRIP provides dependable wet-road traction and is a recurring strength across reviewers.
Stability
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Divisive
A wider platform and sidewalls add composure, but the soft foam and flexible forefoot make it less stable than firmer trainers.
PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro
Praised
The modest shank and broad-enough midfoot make it a stable neutral option for a lightweight trainer, though it is not a support shoe.
Value
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
At $140 it is one of the best values in the lightweight trainer category.
PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro
Praised
Reviewers consider the $150 price compelling for a lightweight PEBA trainer with broad pace range and durable outsole rubber.
Which one to choose
Choose New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 if…
- you prefer to feel closer to the ground
- you like a lower drop
Reviewers recommend it for
- Daily training
- Tempo runs
- Easy long runs
Choose PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro if…
- you want more foam under you
- you like a higher drop
- its stability is what you care about most
Reviewers recommend it for
- Easy runs, daily miles and tempo sessions
- Runners wanting a light, unplated PEBA trainer
- A versatile shoe for a small rotation
Specifications
- Category
- Tempo / workout
- Tempo / workout
- Price
- $150
- $150
- Weight
- 226 g
- 220 g6 g lighter
- Drop
- 6 mm2 mm lower drop
- 8 mm
- Stack
- 34 / 28 mm
- 38 / 30 mm4 mm more stack
- Plate
- No plate
- Not reported
- Stability
- Neutral
- Neutral
- Foam
- FuelCell
- NITROFOAM
Role suitability
DAILY
RECOVERY
LONG RUN
TEMPO
RACE