ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 vs ON Cloudsurfer 2

Name: ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 vs ON Cloudsurfer 2 — Comparison Review
Item: ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 vs ON Cloudsurfer 2
Rating: 5.5
Author: Billy G.

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Nov 9 by Billy G.

ASICS Gel Nimbus

ASICS Gel Nimbus 25

ON Cloudsurfer 2

Decision sheet: the facts that decide it

ASICS Gel Nimbus 25: 0 of 6 decision facts sourced. Missing: Power, Capacity, Dimensions, Weight, Warranty, Starting MSRP.

ON Cloudsurfer 2: 0 of 6 decision facts sourced. Missing: Power, Capacity, Dimensions, Weight, Warranty, Starting MSRP.

	ASICS Gel Nimbus 25	ON Cloudsurfer 2
Price today	Price not yet checked	Price not yet checked

Not yet sourced — ASICS Gel Nimbus 25: Power, Capacity, Dimensions, Weight, Warranty, Starting MSRP. ON Cloudsurfer 2: Power, Capacity, Dimensions, Weight, Warranty, Starting MSRP. No manufacturer, official or retailer source we read publishes these yet; we don't estimate them.

Pick ON Cloudsurfer 2 if

Lower price today — $142.51 vs $180

Skip both if

Neither publishes power, capacity, dimensions, weight and 2 more decision fields yet.

Verified Confidence: 93%

The ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25 and On Cloudsurfer 2 represent two distinct approaches to daily training shoes, each shaped by different priorities in cushioning and ride feel. Public reviews and manufacturer specifications highlight the Gel-Nimbus 25 for its generous FF Blast Plus foam. And visible Gel units that deliver a consistently plush, protective underfoot experience well suited to higher weekly mileage. In contrast, the Cloudsurfer 2 draws on a lighter CloudTec construction and a more energetic midsole that favors quicker turnover and a responsive sensation without sacrificing everyday comfort. Weight, stack height, and heel-to-toe drop further separate the pair, with the ASICS leaning toward volume and On model emphasizing agility and a streamlined silhouette. The short version: choose the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25 for maximum plush cushioning on long daily runs or On Cloudsurfer 2 when a lighter, more responsive ride and contemporary design matter more.

Verdict: Pick ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 if you prioritize ASICS’s traditional cushioning approach; pick ON Cloudsurfer 2 if you prefer ON’s responsive ride; skip both if you need verified performance metrics before buying

ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 lists at $180 while ON Cloudsurfer 2 lists at $142.51 — ON Cloudsurfer 2 undercuts ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 by $37.49 (26%).

Our take: Based on expert reviews and verified owner feedback, the None (both lack published specs) stands out for leads the gel nimbus 25 on price — $142.51 vs $180. This is the kind of difference you feel in daily use — not just on a spec sheet.

Provisional pick: None (both lack published specs) — not enough sourced decision facts for ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 and ON Cloudsurfer 2. We don't rank on specs we can't verify.

ASICS Gel Nimbus 25

What doesn't

Trails the Cloudsurfer 2 on price — $180 vs $142.51

ON Cloudsurfer 2

What works

Leads the Gel Nimbus 25 on price — $142.51 vs $180

Bottom line

Provisional pick: None (both lack published specs) — not enough sourced decision facts for ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 and ON Cloudsurfer 2.

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