Head-to-Head
Supernova Prima 2vsCloudmonster 3 Hyper
The Supernova Prima 2 is a recovery / easy run shoe while the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper is a long run shoe. The Supernova Prima 2 retails for $160 while the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper comes in at $220 — a $60 difference. The Cloudmonster 3 Hyper is the lighter shoe at 9.3 oz versus 9.8 oz for the Supernova Prima 2. In our ratings, the Supernova Prima 2 edges out the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper — 9.2/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $160✓ | $220 | |
| Weight | 9.8 oz | 9.3 oz✓ | |
| Category | Recovery / Easy Run | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 39 mm | 45 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Warm | Warm | |
| Traction | High✓ | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
