Head-to-Head
Adizero Evo SlvsCloudmonster 3
The Adizero Evo Sl is a daily trainer shoe while the Cloudmonster 3 is a recovery / easy run shoe. The Adizero Evo Sl retails for $150 while the Cloudmonster 3 comes in at $190 — a $40 difference. The Adizero Evo Sl is the lighter shoe at 7.9 oz versus 10.4 oz for the Cloudmonster 3. In our ratings, the Adizero Evo Sl edges out the Cloudmonster 3 — 9.2/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $190 | |
| Weight | 7.9 oz✓ | 10.4 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6.5 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 38.5 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Warm | |
| Traction | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Low | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
