Head-to-head · Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 vs Nike Pegasus 42

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about high-arch runners wanting maximum cushion — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27

4.7

$160

The Gel-Nimbus 27 is the best-overall pick — ASICS's flagship plush trainer for high arches.

Strengths

— Plush FF Blast Plus cushioning
— Accommodating toe box for high-arch foot shape
— Engineered for neutral runners

Watch-outs

— Heavier than racing-flat alternatives
— Premium pricing
— Some runners find it too soft

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Ranked #5 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

Nike Pegasus 42

4.5

$140

The Pegasus 42 is the Nike high-arch pick — daily trainer with forefoot Air Zoom unit.

Strengths

— Daily-trainer reliability
— Air Zoom unit at forefoot for high-arch responsiveness
— Lighter than ASICS Nimbus

Watch-outs

— Less plush than Brooks Ghost or ASICS Nimbus
— Narrower toe box
— Less recommended for high arches than Brooks / ASICS

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How they stack up

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27

Most plush. Accommodating toe box. Premium.

Nike Pegasus 42

Lighter than ASICS. Less plush. Air Zoom forefoot.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27	Nike Pegasus 42
Drop	8mm	10mm
Use	Neutral daily trainer	Daily trainer
Cushion	FF Blast Plus	—
Brand	ASICS	Nike
Feature	—	Forefoot Air Zoom

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