New Balance SuperComp Elite 6 vs Nike Alphafly 3
We haven't tested New Balance SuperComp Elite 6 yet, so its role suitability is estimated from published specs.
New Balance
SuperComp Elite 6
Check priceReview Pulse · Mostly positive · 81/100
Reviewers praise the ride and upper, criticise the stability and split on the cushioning and value.
The differences that matter
- New Balance SuperComp Elite 6 costs $10.01 less at list price.
What reviewers say
Ride
New Balance SuperComp Elite 6
Praised
A light, rockered race ride that feels natural and fast without demanding elite form; some testers find it firm and less bouncy than rivals.
Nike Alphafly 3
No Review Pulse yet.
Cushioning
New Balance SuperComp Elite 6
Divisive
The heel is well protected and the foam returns energy strongly, but the forefoot stack is lower than stated and feels firm for midfoot and forefoot strikers.
Nike Alphafly 3
No Review Pulse yet.
Upper
New Balance SuperComp Elite 6
Praised
A thin, breathable FANTOMFIT upper with a secure heel and comfortable tongue; the fit is narrow and runs about half a size short.
Nike Alphafly 3
No Review Pulse yet.
Durability
New Balance SuperComp Elite 6
Praised
The TPEE foam holds its bounce well and the heel lining is durable, though the outsole rubber is thin.
Nike Alphafly 3
No Review Pulse yet.
Grip
New Balance SuperComp Elite 6
Praised
Wet-road traction is strong for a super shoe, and testers report confident grip in rain.
Nike Alphafly 3
No Review Pulse yet.
Stability
New Balance SuperComp Elite 6
Criticised
The narrow heel and soft foam make it unstable for anyone with pronation or late-race fatigue; it suits neutral, efficient mechanics.
Nike Alphafly 3
No Review Pulse yet.
Value
New Balance SuperComp Elite 6
Divisive
Reviewers see a fast, durable racer, but the price increase makes it hard to choose over cheaper rivals.
Nike Alphafly 3
No Review Pulse yet.
Which one to choose
Choose New Balance SuperComp Elite 6 if…
- price matters
- its ride is what you care about most
- its upper is what you care about most
- its grip is what you care about most
Reviewers recommend it for
- Marathon and half-marathon racing
- Neutral runners with efficient mechanics
- Runners wanting a high-drop super shoe
Choose Nike Alphafly 3 if…
On paper there is little to separate them.
Specifications
- Category
- Race shoe
- Race shoe
- Price
- $274.99$10.009999999999991 less
- $285
- Weight
- 198 g
- 198 g
- Drop
- 8 mm
- 8 mm
- Stack
- 40 / 32 mm
- 40 / 32 mm
- Plate
- Carbon plate
- Carbon plate
- Stability
- Neutral
- Neutral
- Foam
- Infinion Foam
- ZoomX
Role suitability
DAILY
RECOVERY
LONG RUN
TEMPO
RACE