Head-to-Head
Adizero Evo SlvsMach X 3
The Adizero Evo Sl is a daily trainer shoe while the Mach X 3 is a long run shoe. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Mach X 3 comes in at $190 — a $40 difference. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 8.9 oz for the Mach X 3. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Mach X 3 — 9.2/10 versus 9.0/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $190 | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 8.9 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 5 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 44 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
