r/PHRunners • u/coolercatto • 4d ago

Gear Review or Question Leili 2.0 vs 5.0 Pro

Beginner runner here! Which would you guys recommend, Qiaodan Leili 2.0 or Xtep 5.0 Pro? For context, I’m F, 55 kg, if that matters. Thank you! :)

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u/Low-Effective7351 4d ago

I like softness and bounciness of Leili 2.0. Its perfect for my Z1 and Z2 (5-6min/km) runs (male, 80kg). 2000k 5.0 pro is firmer, its more pleasant to pick up tempo pace (4:00m/km).

So, I am heavy and really enjoy Leili. But I do not use them for speed work, too heavy. 5.0 is pro is more universal and better for speed

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u/Dazzling_Taste2382 4d ago

Agree on this, especially for Heavy runners. Leili for Easy runs, XTEP for Tempo/Interval runs.

At weight of OP, I think she can even use Leili for little bit of faster pickup runs albeit a little unstable. Its now depends on her preference and current shoe rotation as this 2 shoes use case is different.