thecaptainchasVideo · Jun 3, 2026INFERRED
A sure buy and an excellent all-around shoe that rivals and often surpasses competitors, hinting at shoe of the year contention.
Puma
Deviate Pure Nitro
Super trainer · Stable Neutral · 217 g · 8 mm drop · MSRP $150
BuildGusset
Critic consensus
from 9 reviewsReviewers consider this a versatile and lightweight daily trainer that brings energetic PEBA foam into an accessible, non-plated design. While mostly praised for balancing responsiveness and comfort, a few testers find the ride firmer or flatter than true super trainers. It best suits runners seeking a nimble, all-around shoe for everyday miles and tempo work.
Reviewers agree
Reliable Pumagrip outsole delivers excellent traction7/9
Very lightweight build enhances agility across daily runs6/9
Strong value and performance at its $150 price point6/9
Comfortable, secure upper with good breathability6/9
Reviewers disagree
Midsole energy return and bounce7 vs 2
Toe box width and volume4 vs 2
What reviewers use it for
Easy9 of 9
Tempo8 of 9
Long run5 of 9
Race2 of 9
A shoe earns a tag as soon as one reviewer recommends it for that kind of run; the count shows how many agree. Mentions include synonyms, so “recovery”, “zone 2” and “conversational” all count toward Easy.
Critic reviews
9 reviews · 9 scores inferredThe Run TestersVideo · Jun 3, 2026INFERRED
A winner and potentially the best Puma shoe he has run in for daily training, offering a fantastic ride that feels natural and controlled.
The Running ChannelVideo · Jun 4, 2026INFERRED
A fun, poppy, and stable shoe that offers exceptional value and could serve as a one shoe does it all option.
Road To TrailVideo · Jun 4, 2026INFERRED
The reviewer is very, very happy with the shoe, calling it a perfect execution of a formula we already know.
SupwellVideo · Jun 4, 2026INFERRED
An excellent, flawless shoe for its intended purpose, offering a reliable daily trainer with some fun and some speed as an Evo SL killer.
RunnertiaVideo · Jun 3, 2026INFERRED
A very, very good shoe and a strong contender for shoe of the year, offering exceptional performance for its $150 price.
KofuziVideo · Jun 5, 2026INFERRED
The Puma Deviate Pure is an excellent daily trainer offering a Goldilocks experience – soft yet not mushy, and responsive yet not firm.
Running WarehouseVideo · Jun 3, 2026INFERRED
An energetic, responsive, PEBA-based daily trainer designed for everyday use while retaining a race-day feel.
EasyWatch review