Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3

Puma · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 84/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 204 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 10.6 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: NITROFOAM Elite
  • Official Retail MSRP: €230 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Remarkable featherweight build (204 g) for effortless accelerations
  • 11 mm drop that relieves strain on the calves and Achilles
  • Ultra-competitive featherweight build (204 g)

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces
  • Requires an active stride to fully load the plate

Expert Review Sources

  • Solereview : 85.2 / 100 — « Across our race & marathon testing on road, the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3 stands out in compression testing with a seamless heel-to-midfoot transition (204 g). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €230. »
  • RunRepeat : 84.6 / 100 — « We found the PUMA Deviate Nitro Elite 3 to be a significant upgrade from its predecessor—faster, lighter, and impressively responsive. For us, it's a real super shoe contender with its explosive bounce. While the lack of stability might be a major drawback for heel strikers, we think it's ideal for runners craving agility and speed. In our lab tests, the enhanced Nitro Elite cushioning and lightweight design stood out, and we believe it offers superior value for its price compared to other super shoes. On top of that, it looks fantastic! »
  • OutdoorGearLab : 82.6 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable race & marathon option, the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3 holds its own against top race & marathon rivals thanks to its resilient NITROFOAM Elite platform. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €230. »

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