Specification-based buying guide
Puma Deviate NITRO 4
Workout trainer with NITROFOAM ELITE and a carbon-composite PWRPLATE; not the Deviate Elite. Running Warehouse specs use men's US 9, single shoe including laces. Not independently wear-tested by Run Analytics.
Availability not verified
Source checked 2026-09-26 · Not hands-on tested
Specifications at a glance
Historical values are labeled, not newly verified. Prices are snapshots—not MSRP or live offers. Higher stack, lower weight and carbon construction do not establish a better shoe.
| Specification | Puma Deviate NITRO 4Source checked |
|---|---|
| Intended category | speed sessions |
| Weight | 8.5 oz |
| Heel stack | 35 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 27 mm |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 8 mm |
| Recorded price | 169.95 USD |
| Stability category | neutral |
| Cushioning category | medium |
| Carbon reinforcement | Yes |
| Performance foam category | Yes |
| Availability | Availability not verified |
Where Deviate NITRO 4 fits in your rotation
Consider it for the faster sessions in your schedule. Try both warm-up pace and your intended repetitions; a low weight does not establish grip, stability or how the shoe transitions between paces.
What the recorded measurements tell you
Source-checked record: 8.5 oz per shoe, 35 mm heel stack, 27 mm forefoot stack and 8 mm drop. Weight is a comparison input, not a speed prediction. Stack describes height, not softness; drop describes heel-to-forefoot geometry, not injury protection. One men's/unisex US 9 shoe, ounces; stack/drop in millimetres.
Construction and trade-offs to check
The record classifies the platform as neutral with medium cushioning. Carbon reinforcement is recorded; check the source for whether this is a plate or rods and how it is arranged. A performance-foam classification is recorded, but it does not quantify energy return. Confirm toe-box room, heel hold and cornering confidence yourself; these are not established by the listed geometry.
Price, availability and when to wait
Availability not verified. The recorded price is 169.95 USD. Recorded USD price; may be colorway-specific or clearance. Not MSRP, a live quote or a stock guarantee. Compare the same size, width and colorway, including return terms. A discounted older model may be worth considering if its fit and condition meet your needs.
Before buying or upgrading
Use the series links to check the previous Deviate Nitro model, but only draw numerical conclusions when both entries have comparable, dated source measurements. Keep a comfortable existing shoe unless the new version addresses a specific need. For a new model, verify sizing, width options, outsole and return policy rather than inferring them from weight or price.
Deviate Nitro: previous models and series history
Use these records to research changes, not to assume each measurement uses the same test size or source.
| Model | Weight | Heel / forefoot | Drop | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deviate Nitro 3 | 8.5 oz | 37 mm / 29 mm | 8 mm | Historical |
| Deviate NITRO 4 | 8.5 oz | 35 mm / 27 mm | 8 mm | Source checked |
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Questions before buying
What is the Puma Deviate NITRO 4 intended for?
The catalog places it in speed sessions. Consider it for the faster sessions in your schedule. Try both warm-up pace and your intended repetitions; a low weight does not establish grip, stability or how the shoe transitions between paces.
What is the weight and drop of the Deviate NITRO 4?
Recorded weight: 8.5 oz; drop: 8 mm. One men's/unisex US 9 shoe, ounces; stack/drop in millimetres. Missing measurements are not estimated.
Is the Deviate NITRO 4 available now?
Availability not verified. This is not a live inventory check. Confirm current stock for your size and colorway directly with the seller.
How long will the Deviate NITRO 4 last, and will it fit me?
We do not have independent wear-testing or fit measurements for this model. A fixed mileage lifespan or comfort rating would be misleading. Inspect your shoes for wear and changes in feel; use a try-on and the seller’s return policy to assess fit.
How was this page researched?
The linked source is Running Warehouse. Recorded verification date: 2026-09-26. Specification-based buying guidance, not a hands-on review. Running Warehouse is our primary specification source. Categories and buying considerations are editorial interpretations, not measured performance. We do not invent comfort scores, durability mileage, fit tests or race-time gains.
Sources, checks and editorial standards
Specification-based buying guidance, not a hands-on review. Running Warehouse is our primary specification source. Categories and buying considerations are editorial interpretations, not measured performance. We do not invent comfort scores, durability mileage, fit tests or race-time gains.
Puma Deviate NITRO 4
Source-checked specifications
Recorded source check: 2026-09-26 (UTC date).
One men's/unisex US 9 shoe, ounces; stack/drop in millimetres.
- Source checked on the stated date, not continuously refreshed.
- Fit, durability and running economy have not been independently tested by RunAnalytics.
Published by RunAnalytics. Sources are checked on the dates shown, not continuously. Spot an error? Send the model, disputed field and a source link. We retain older records for comparison, but do not label them as newly verified.