Which is better for HYROX racing?

The Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX. Its carbon plate, nitrogen foam and PUMAGRIP outsole are built for race pace and sled pushes. The Velocity Nitro 5 is a training shoe, not a racer.

Which is better for daily training?

The Velocity Nitro 5. It is lighter and softer, with no plate, so easy miles and gym sessions feel more comfortable. The Deviate is firm at slow paces.

Is the Deviate Nitro 3 worth stepping up to?

Yes if you race or do regular tempo work and want propulsion. If most of your running is easy, the Velocity covers it with less firmness.

Both use durable rubber outsoles. The Deviate's plate and softer race foam tend to wear faster under heavy daily mileage, so reserve it for faster sessions.

Do both fit the same?

Both are neutral, regular-fit lace-ups. The Deviate lists a rounded toe and 10mm drop; the Velocity lists normal width and a flatter platform, so try both if you are between sizes.

Puma Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX vs Puma Velocity Nitro 5 Hyrox

Buy the Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX if you race HYROX or want a fast, propulsive trainer for tempo runs and race day. It has a full-length carbon PWRPLATE, nitrogen-infused NITROFOAM and a 39/29mm stack, so it feels snappy and cushioned at speed. The Velocity Nitro 5 is the more versatile daily shoe: lighter, plainer foam, no plate, and a more forgiving ride for easy miles and gym work. Owners of plated Puma racers praise the grip and energy return but note the plate makes slow paces feel firm.

Choose the Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX if you race HYROX or want a carbon-plated shoe for fast training and race day.
Choose the Velocity Nitro 5 if you want one lighter, unplated shoe for daily miles, easy runs and general gym sessions.

Prices

Puma Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX: $161.00 at Start Fitness (checked today)
Puma Velocity Nitro 5 Hyrox: $139.95 at Zappos (checked today)
Difference: the Puma Velocity Nitro 5 Hyrox is $21.05 cheaper than the Puma Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX today

Puma Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX Mens Running Shoes

	Puma Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX	Puma Velocity Nitro 5 Hyrox
Plate	Full-length carbon PWRPLATE for propulsion	No plate; plain foam midsole
Midsole foam	Nitrogen-infused NITROFOAM for high energy return	Standard foam midsole
Stack height and drop	39mm heel / 29mm forefoot, 10mm drop	Lower, flatter platform with minimal listed drop
Weight	Heavier plated racer	About 7.22 oz, lighter
Ride feel	Firm and snappy; best at faster paces	Softer, more forgiving at easy paces
Outsole grip	PUMAGRIP rubber for sled push and multi-surface traction	Rubber and synthetic outsole
Best use	HYROX racing, tempo and race day	Daily training and all-round gym use
Upper and fit	Regular fit, rounded toe, laces	Mesh and synthetic upper, normal width, laces

Spec	Puma Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX	Puma Velocity Nitro 5 Hyrox
Gore-Tex	—	No
Running Style	—	Neutral
Color	—	Turquoise, Green, Yellow, Blue, White, Purple, …
Outsole	—	Rubber, Synthetic
Gender	—	Unisex
Heel Height (")	—	0.0
Drop (mm)	—	0.0
Insole	—	EVA, Textile
Size (US)	—	13, 11, 12, 9.5, 8.5, 10, 5.5, 10.5, 8, 9, 7.5,…
Weight (oz)	—	7.22
Fastening	—	Laced
Platform Height (")	—	0.0

Spec	Puma Deviate Nitro 3 HYROX	Puma Velocity Nitro 5 Hyrox
Age Group	—	Adult
Lining	—	Polyester, Synthetic, Textile
Upper Material	—	Mesh, Synthetic, Leather, Polyester, Textile
Width	—	Normal
Midsole	—	Foam
Type of Running Shoe	—	Road

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