Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4

Ben Parkes praises Adidas for keeping the price of the Adios Pro 4 the same in an inflationary environment, noting it is now significantly cheaper than the Vaporfly 3.

Ben Parkes recommends going half a size up if in doubt about sizing for the Adios Pro 4.

Ben Parkes recommends the Adios Pro 4 and says it will replace the Nike Vaporfly 3 for him if he wants all-out comfort and speed.

Ben Parkes speculates the Adios Pro 4 is probably too soft for heavier runners, especially heel strikers, because the foam at the back is particularly soft and will cause instability.

Ben Parkes was worried about the lack of padding at the rear of the Adios Pro 4 but had absolutely no heel slip.

The Run Testers has never felt that fast in the Adios Pro 4 and has never got on that well with it.

The Run Testers is not overly bothered about the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4.

The Run Testers runs in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 in UK 8.5 / US 9, which is their regular Adidas size.

The Run Testers uses UK 8.5 / US 9 in the Adidas Adios Pro 4 as their regular size in Adidas shoes.

The Run Testers attributes to Kieran the observation that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 is soft and bouncy, softer than previous models of the shoe, and really good for long distances.

After 4 miles fresh out of the box (1 mile easy warm-up, then 3 miles progressively faster ending around 6-minute mile pace), the reviewer finds the energy is 'wild' and brilliant — the shoes feel like they're working your feet forward, giving more propulsion the faster you go.

Despite initial concerns about the minimal heel collar with two small pads, the reviewer found the heel felt really locked in place with good hold and no rubbing or hot spots on the first run.

The Run Testers finds the Adios Pro 4 runs true to size and is a definite improvement over the Pro 3 in fit.

The Run Testers finds the Adios Pro 4 works best when landing mid-to-forefoot; that is when the energy really comes in.

The Run Testers finds the extra softness makes the shoe somewhat less stable, with more wobble in the heel when moving slower, but this is not an issue when landing mid-to-forefoot and attacking aggressively.

The Run Testers finds the new Light Strike Pro foam is a shade softer than the Pro 3 but with more bounce coming back.

The Run Testers notes the Adios Pro 4 carries the same energy rods 2.0 as the Adios Pro 3.

The Run Testers observes that at slower paces he felt the rocker and some foam underfoot, and the ball of the foot felt knotting and not springy; but at faster speeds the rocker (moved to 60%) kicks in, the foam returns, and the shoe springs off with a huge amount of energy.

The Run Testers reports wearing a UK 8.5 / US 9.5 (his regular Adidas size) and finds the fit overall more comfortable and more 'disappearing' than the Pro 3.

The Run Testers states that the midsole uses a new formula Light Strike Pro compound tuned slightly differently from the Pro Evo 1, tuned to provide a little extra softness.

EDDBUD finds that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 covers the 5K to marathon category perfectly.

EDDBUD finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 difficult not to recommend from £130 upwards as a top racer.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 has an 'excellent light traction outsole' which is 'insanely durable'.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 has energy rods providing rigidity.

EDDBUD recommends going up a half size in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 for marathon use to have extra toe box room.

EDDBUD speculates that the reason Adidas is moving away from energy rods is that with a softer foam and those rods, cracking is likely.

EDDBUD warns about 'broken rods' which can happen from time to time on the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4.

EDDBUD finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 is at an affordable price point.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 can often be grabbed for about £140 here in the UK.

EDDBUD observes that there are loads of Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 on discount in the UK.

EDDBUD states the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 can be used for any type of race from 5K through to the marathon.

EDDBUD states the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 has a £220 retail price.

EDDBUD observes that the Adios Pro 4 is easily available in the UK for less money than the Fadian 6 Elite.

EDDBUD attributes durability issues to the Adios Pro 4, including lots of broken energy rods.

EDDBUD finds the Adios Pro 4 very soft, especially compared to the previous version.

EDDBUD finds the Endorphin Pro 5 may be a better option for stability than the Adios Pro 4, especially when form breaks down in longer races, due to increased surface area in the heel.

EDDBUD observes that the Adios Pro 4 dulls quicker over time than the other shoes in the comparison.

EDDBUD says the Adios Pro 4 lacks structure and some people suggest needing to go up a half size to get the best out of it.

EDDBUD speculates that broken energy rods in the Adios Pro 4 are due to Adidas using a softer version of Light Strike Pro.

EDDBUD speculates the rods in the Adios Pro 4 may be moving too much due to too much flexibility.

EDDBUD states the outsole of the Adios Pro 4 is insanely durable.

EDDBUD considers the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 a real banger of a shoe and one of the best race shoes Adidas has ever produced.

EDDBUD describes the outsole of the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 as almost indestructible.

EDDBUD finds that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 has a much softer energized midsole material.

EDDBUD finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 a very credible option due to its features and discounts.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 launched in early 2025 and notes it was available at significant discounts by the time of recording.

EDDBUD finds the Adios Pro 4 a very versatile shoe where you can run however you want to.

EDDBUD prefers the Adios Pro 4 as a more versatile race shoe than the New Balance SC Elite v5, noting the Adios Pro 4 felt great across all common race distances.

EDDBUD recommends the Adios Pro 4 as a better pickup at retail price than the New Balance SC Elite v5.

EDDBUD observes that a big problem with the Adios Pro 4 was that due to the softness of the foam, the rods were cracking quite a lot; he knows a lot of people who cracked the rods in that shoe and contacted Adidas to just send them a brand new pair.

EDDBUD observes that the rest of the Adios Pro 5 shoe and certainly the outsole seems to be very close to the V4, which in all fairness was good in terms of durability and traction.

EDDBUD speculates that the Adios Pro 5 will not revert to the Pro 3's more responsive midsole feel; he thinks it will feature the newer, softer Light Strike Pro material that was found in the V4.

EDDBUD speculates the Adios Pro 4 from Adidas got much softer between the 3 and the 4.

EDDBUD finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 to be better value in terms of durability, longevity, and potential use case compared to the Nike Vaporfly 4.

EDDBUD finds that the Adizero Adios Pro 4 is discounted to 150 pounds from Start Fitness using a code, down from a sale price of 175 pounds, for a saving of 70 pounds off retail.

EDDBUD observes that the lightness, exciting midsole, and top-notch outsole design of the Adizero Adios Pro 4 make it the best value race shoe discount in the UK at the time of recording.

EDDBUD observes that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 can often be found discounted well below £200 a few months after release.

EDDBUD attributes having heard of a few people experiencing rod fractures in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4, but states it has not happened to him.

EDDBUD attributes that Adidas seems good at replacing shoes with rod fractures.

EDDBUD finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 to be a great race shoe for the masses, potentially for full or half marathons.

EDDBUD finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 to be very soft — softer for him than some other contenders.

EDDBUD found that the midsole of the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 seemed too dull in terms of softness after about 100 miles.

EDDBUD suggests that if a runner is worried about stability, the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 could be a better shoe than the ASICS Meta Speed Ray.

[t 202] The reviewer observes that the Adios Pro 4 fits a little bit snug.

[t 202] The reviewer thinks runners might want to go up half a size in the Adios Pro 4.

EDDBUD finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 'easily the softest Adizero option out there.'

EDDBUD has found the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 at Pro Direct Running in the launch white and red colorway, down from £220 to £154.

EDDBUD observes that with their narrower foot, going true to size in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 was okay due to that 'very soft and flexible upper.'

EDDBUD recommends considering going up a half size if doing a marathon in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4, to give yourself extra room.

FORDY RUNS observes that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 missed the mark — he states 'Pro 4 for some missed'.

Yowana advises against the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 for runners with substantial stability needs.

Yowana describes a love-hate relationship with the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4, reporting some very good runs and some bad runs in it.

Yowana finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 a good choice for runners who land more on the front of the foot and want a bouncy, energetic, forgiving platform that will not punish them.

Yowana finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 offers good value at its discount price for a race shoe that is soft, bouncy, and fast.

Yowana observes some variation in the foam of the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4.

Yowana ran his 5K PR (16:20 at the Boston 5K) in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4.

Yowana reports the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 can be bought for US$180 using a Running Warehouse discount code, and has been seen even cheaper on Amazon.

Marathon Handbook describes the Adidas Adios Pro 4 as otherwise a comfy shoe and a very durable shoe as far as super shoes go.

Marathon Handbook finds that what the Adidas Adios Pro 4 has over the Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 is stability and connection with the ground factor.

Marathon Handbook has always felt stable and comfortable taking turns with the Adidas Adios Pro 4, which they could not say for the Saucony Endorphin Elite 2.

Marathon Handbook notes that Adidas does not really use a carbon plate with the Adios Pro 4; it uses carbon rods shaped like the phalanges of the foot, likely to save weight, but it has all the snap a carbon plate would have.

Marathon Handbook reports that their Adidas Adios Pro 4 has taken up to 400 km including workouts and is doing just fine.

Marathon Handbook scores the Adios Pro 4 value an 8.3 out of 10, noting they are way less expensive than competitors like the Pro Evo and also much less pricey than the Alphafly 3, at $250 USD.

Marathon Handbook states that around those rods and through the midsole is Lightstrike Pro foam that is incredibly light and bouncy.

Marathon Handbook states that, like its predecessors, the Adios Pro 4 does not have a carbon plate, but instead carbon rods shaped like toe metatarsals, which cut weight while still giving the shoe a lot of bounce.

Marathon Handbook thinks Adidas has created a total winner with the Adios Pro 4, a winner that is more affordable, more accessible, and easier to find than the Pro Evo 1.

Marathon Handbook 's final verdict is that he is not convinced the Adios Pro 4 is better than the Adios Pro Evo 1; he still thinks the Evo keeps an edge due to its lightweight.

Marathon Handbook notes that the Adios Pro 4 does not have a carbon plate but instead has carbon rods shaped like toe metatarsals.

Marathon Handbook reports no blisters and no other problems from the Adios Pro 4.

Sagasu Running observes that with the Adios Pro 4, they bought a pair back in December around the time they bought the Evo SL, and recently have tried on some newer colorways of the Adios Pro 4 and they fit the same; there is absolutely no difference in fit across colorways.

Sagasu Running states the Adios Pro 4 was released with a new light traction outsole, which the reviewer calls the best racing outsole on any shoe in 2025, a full-coverage CPU outsole.

Sagasu Running describes the Adios Pro 4 as an amazing upgrade.

Sagasu Running finds the Adios Pro 4 is a lot softer than what has been seen from Adizero.

Sagasu Running finds the Adios Pro 4 requires a lot of foot strength, both to activate the shoe and to really engage the rods to get the most out of it, and also to stabilize the soft platform.

Sagasu Running observes there are many micro-stabilizations the lower leg and foot must perform to make the Adios Pro 4 feel really stable.

Sagasu Running states he has been talking about the Adios Pro 4 all year and absolutely adores it.

Sagasu Running states he likes the new softer foam in the Adios Pro 4.

Sagasu Running observes that the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 contains a newer, less firm/dense Light Strike Pro foam than the Light Strike Pro Classic found in the Adidas Evo SL and the Adios Pro 3.

jogoncrago finds the stability on the Fang Plate 3 is better than the Adios Pro 4, noting the Adios Pro 4 has a really soft compressive heel and a midfoot cutout.

jogoncrago found the fit of the Adios Pro 4 was a little bit short.

jogoncrago reports that the heel counter on the Adios Pro 4 gave him blisters on a couple of different occasions.

jogoncrago comments that the Adios Pro 4 is a softer shoe that someone who likes the firmer, more aggressive Elite 5 might not enjoy.

jogoncrago notes that the Adios Pro 4 has a stiff heel counter that has aggravated some runners' Achilles over time, and he prefers the softness of the Anta C202 G92's heel.

jogoncrago observes that the Adios Pro 4's heel counter dug into his foot straight away when he stepped back into the shoe.

jogoncrago states that the Adios Pro 4 has a midfoot cutout that can be contentious; he did not personally notice it as a supinator, but it offers less resistance when force is pushed through the inside edge.

jogoncrago finds the Adios Pro 4 to be a shoe that he initially loved but is starting to have a change in preference toward firmer shoes over time.

jogoncrago finds the Fadian Ultra 5 more stable than the Adios Pro 4, noting the Adios Pro 4 compresses through the heel and its arch cutout does not suit everyone.

jogoncrago observed the Adios Pro 4 held up nicely when taken on gravel.

jogoncrago observes better grip and more outsole durability on the Adios Pro 4 than the Fadian Ultra 5.

jogoncrago observes better stability on the Fadian Ultra 5 than the Adios Pro 4.

jogoncrago observes the Adios Pro 4's arch cutout does not work well for everyone.

[t 376] The reviewer observes that the Adios Pro 4 is among the shoes moving into a more comfortable, softer, smoother zone, in contrast to the firmer, more aggressive Li-Ning Fadien Ultra 4.

jogoncrago states the Light Strike Pro foam in the Adios 9 is "the same stuff that we're getting in the Adios Pro 4, which is a little bit softer, a little bit more forgiving than what you get in the Evo SL and the Adios Pro 3."

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds outsole durability impressive; after several workouts and long runs there is barely any visible wear.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds the Adios Pro 4 ankle collar caused bad bloody blisters at the pull tab area by the heel, which they attribute to the ankle collar design.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds the Adios Pro 4 fits a tad short; in their normal size 12 it was a little short in the toe, especially with thicker socks, and they felt they could go up half a size.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds the Adios Pro 4 version feels a lot more bouncy and fun compared to V3, while still having the expected snappiness.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) finds the biggest leap forward for the Adios Pro 4 is the midsole with the new Light Strike Pro foam formula, which feels more energetic and bouncy than previous versions.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) found Light Traction gripped well on dry pavement, wet roads, and light gravel with no problems.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) observes the Adios Pro 4 has been holding up better than many other super shoes they have run in, which they feel tend to shred quickly, and they are happy with the durability.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) observes the Adios Pro 4 heel can feel a tad unstable at times, especially when cornering, and speculates this is partially due to not being able to tighten the upper as much without risk of blisters.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) recommends the Adios Pro 4 with a yellow light for 5K and 10K distances, explaining that personally they feel there is a little too much cushion and it's a little too soft for those distances.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) states the Adios Pro 4 is their favorite iteration of the shoe since the original.

TF XC Running Shoe Reviews (TF XC) suggests that if someone only has one super shoe and races a mix of marathon, 10K, and 5K, the Adios Pro 4 is a good do-it-all shoe.

Road To Trail does not see himself running in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 anymore.

Road To Trail finds the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 very soft.

Road To Trail never really loved the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4.

Road To Trail observes that his pair of the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 is still very much usable and in fairly decent condition in terms of performance.

Road To Trail highly recommends the Adios Pro 4.

Road To Trail observes the Adios Pro 4's outsole looks absolutely pristine with no wear except for the stripes peeling off.

Runnertia finds drawbacks for the Adios Pro 4 are stability and upper fit.

Runnertia observes that the Adios Pro 4 has a very, very soft foam.

Runnertia observes that the Adios Pro 4 has energy rods instead of a carbon fiber plate.

Runnertia states he never really fully bought into the Adios Pro 4, but that it is still a very good shoe.

Runnertia identifies stability and upper fit as drawbacks of the Adios Pro 4.

Runnertia notes the Adios Pro 4 has energy rods instead of a carbon fiber plate.

Runnertia observes the Adios Pro 4 has a very very soft foam.

Runnertia states he never really fully bought into the Adios Pro 4, but it is still a very good shoe.

Runnertia expresses a negative impression of the Adios Pro 4, stating he doesn't totally love it.

Runnertia does not think that a lot of new runners will get along with the Adidas Adios Pro 4.

Runnertia does not think the Adidas Adios Pro 4 is a very good beginner's carbon-plated racing shoe.

Runnertia finds that the Adidas Adios Pro 4 has too much instability and is too soft for them.

Runnertia finds that the Adidas Adios Pro 4 is soft and has a very soft, rubbery-feeling foam that is very nice.

Runnertia notes that it is generally recommended that people go up half a size in the Adidas Adios Pro 4, which is also true for the reviewer.

Runnertia sees a lot of runners at the start line of races in the Adidas Adios Pro 4 but does not know why, and thinks it is better for intermediate and advanced runners than beginners.

Runnertia speculates that the large medial cutout on the Adidas Adios Pro 4 will create instability for a lot of people, causing them to pronate inwards more than they would otherwise in the shoe.

Runnertia speculates that while the Adidas Adios Pro 4 might be comfortable to walk in at the store, it will feel crazy when laced up for the first run, especially at slower paces as a runner fatigues throughout a race.

Runnertia states that they are between sizes and went with their larger size in the Adidas Adios Pro 4.

Runnertia thinks that if a runner bonks at mile 20 and starts to fall apart, the Adidas Adios Pro 4 will not be fun to run in.

Runnertia finds the Adios Pro 4 is bouncy and keeps getting faster the more pace you put into it.

Runnertia hopes the foam of the Adios Pro 4 holds up because he could see it degrading quite a bit quicker than the Adios Pro 3.

Runnertia observed that at paces around 6:30 per mile or under, the Adios Pro 4 felt incredible; the sweet spot was around 7:00 per mile or under.

Runnertia observes that the Adios Pro 4 is very forefoot-dominant and really likes it when you land on your forefoot; it guides you towards that. He generally lands on his forefoot.

Runnertia observes that the Adios Pro 4's grip was insufficient for the mud-slush conditions, making the sidewalk not runnable in these shoes that day.

Runnertia slipped and fell on a turn while running in the Adios Pro 4. He was thinking on that turn that he really needed to slow down a lot to turn in these, and as he was slowing down, he slipped.

Runnertia speculates that the Adios Pro 4's rods do a better job than plates at defraying some of the reverberative energy that you get in plated shoes, making for a more comfortable ride.

Runnertia speculates the rods in the Adios Pro 4 do not really affect stability, or if anything, maybe benefit stability, but they make the shoe less rigid underfoot and less 'leg-shattering' compared to plated shoes.

Runnertia states he would not wear the Adios Pro 4 for a race based on the grip issue alone.

Runnertia states that on a dry day, of course he would race in the Adios Pro 4; he would consider racing pretty much the entire range of distances in it.

Runnertia does not own the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4. They tried it on in a store and the heel collar immediately started rubbing, so they decided not to buy it.