Puma Deviate Nitro 3

Puma · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 88/100 based on 5 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 268 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 10.1 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: NITROFOAM
  • Official Retail MSRP: €170 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion
  • NITROFOAM midsole delivering responsive energy return
  • Best wet-weather road grip on earth
  • Explosive supercritical nitrogen foam

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Collar padding is minimalist
  • Narrow heel base for heavy heel strikers
  • Heel collar feels slightly stiff around sensitive ankles

Expert Review Sources

  • Believe in the Run : 92.8 / 100 — « Puma continues their streak of incredible performance shoes. The PWRPLATE carbon composite fork provides smooth snap while PumaGrip remains the best rubber compound in road running. »
  • Running Lab : 89.3 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 10.1 mm drop and weighing 268 g, the Puma Deviate Nitro 3 strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (268 g, a 10.1 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
  • Runnea : 91.9 / 100 — « Pairing Puma's NITROFOAM platform with a 10.1 mm drop, the Deviate Nitro 3 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
  • r/RunningShoeGeeks (Reddit) : 91.2 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 10.1 mm drop and weighing 268 g, the Puma Deviate Nitro 3 earns strong long-term mileage feedback from runners for its joint-friendly NITROFOAM ride (268 g). A smart choice for runners looking for a 10.1 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
  • RunRepeat : 85.6 / 100 — « The PUMA Deviate Nitro 3 is a great choice for runners who want a little extra excitement in their tempo training. We discovered that this shoe comes with a carbon plate similar to those used in racing shoes, offering excellent energy return, traction, and cushioning, all at a very reasonable price. In our assessment, while there is still room for improvement in breathability, outsole durability, and weight, the overall update is clearly positive. »

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