ASICS Gel Nimbus 28 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X More v6: Which Easy-Day Shoe Wins?

Introduction

If your priority is comfort over speed, the ASICS Gel Nimbus 28 and the New Balance Fresh Foam X More v6 are both shoes worth shortlisting. Both are built for easy miles and daily-type sessions rather than fast training, but they go about it differently, and the price gap between them matters. Here is how they compare.

Specs at a Glance

The ASICS Gel Nimbus 28 costs £180 or $170, weighs 272 g (9.6 oz) for men in a size 8, and has an 8 mm drop. The New Balance Fresh Foam X More v6 costs £150 or $154.99, weighs 291 g (10.3 oz) for men in a size 8, and has a 4 mm drop.

ASICS Gel Nimbus 28

The Gel Nimbus 28 is designed to offer a smooth and comfortable running experience. The latest version keeps much of what worked before while adding a new engineered knit upper for breathability and a supportive fit, plus a redesigned hybrid grip outsole that delivers reliable traction across different conditions while keeping a soft, flexible feel.

Returning features include a knit tongue with a pull loop that makes the shoe easy to slip on, Pure Gel technology for shock absorption and softer, more stable landings, and an FF Blast Plus midsole for a balanced, well-cushioned ride. The ride feels livelier than the previous version, with a bit more bounce and a lighter feel on the run, which makes it more usable as a daily shoe than the Nimbus 27 ever was.

New Balance Fresh Foam X More v6

The More has always been built for easy-mile comfort, and the v6 continues that mission while fixing a stability issue introduced by the very soft v5. Tweaks include a more structured heel counter and higher sidewalls, so you keep the comfort people expect from the line but with plenty of support.

The shoe also gets a roomy engineered mesh upper for improved fit, plus a modest amount of outsole rubber to protect the midsole and provide good grip. A wide version is available too.

Fit and Sizing

In the Gel Nimbus 28, a UK size 8 felt very comfortable, with a bit more toe space than expected but nothing worth sizing down for. The forefoot is slightly narrower than the More v6, though not uncomfortably so for average-width feet, and the gusseted tongue with modest padding works well. Stick to your usual size.

The More v6 is roomier in width with less toe space and a roomier heel section, plus a really cushioned tongue. It is the more comfortable fit of the two, and again there is no need to change size. Both shoes run true to a UK size 8.

Everyday Ride Feel

The More v6 is a simple shoe that does one thing extremely well. Its thick stack of Fresh Foam X is balanced rather than ridiculously soft, but because there is so much of it, you really notice the squishy, cushioned feeling. The wide base adds stability despite the soft midsole and creates a lovely rolling action: plant, roll through, next step. It is not versatile, and energy return is limited, but for easy runs up to about 15k it is excellent.

The Gel Nimbus 28 sits slightly closer to daily-trainer territory and is a bit more versatile than the More v6, though not by much. It still works best for easy sessions, and at its price there are better options for a true cushioned-versatility balance.

Outsole and Durability

The More v6 has a thick layer of rubber with a large exposed section, but the rubber is thick enough that it should take a while to wear through. Grip is good without being class-leading. The Nimbus 28 has a redesigned, fairly minimal outsole with thick rubber in key areas and a sizeable exposed midsole section, presumably to save weight. It should hold up, though the exposed midsole is worth watching over time.

Verdict and Buying Advice

Both are competent easy-day shoes, but the choice comes down to price and feel. The More v6 excels at max-cushioned, stable easy-day comfort and, as an older model, can often be found for around £100, which is excellent value. The Nimbus 28 is an improvement over its predecessor, but £180 is a high price for what it does, and dropping back to the Nimbus 27 means losing some of that midsole quality.

If easy-day comfort is the goal, the New Balance Fresh Foam X More v6 is the pick all the way. If you want a slightly speedier, more versatile cushioned alternative, the Brooks Glycerin Max 2 is another option, though it costs more.

Conclusion

For dedicated easy-day running, the More v6 wins on comfort, stability, and value. The Gel Nimbus 28 is a nicer shoe than before, but its price makes it hard to justify over the More for the same job.