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Gel-Kayano 32vsCloudmonster 3
The Gel-Kayano 32 and Cloudmonster 3 are both recovery / easy run shoes built for road running. The Gel-Kayano 32 retails for $165 while the Cloudmonster 3 comes in at $190 — a $25 difference. The Cloudmonster 3 is the lighter shoe at 10.4 oz versus 10.7 oz for the Gel-Kayano 32. In our ratings, the Gel-Kayano 32 edges out the Cloudmonster 3 — 9.2/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 9.2 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $165✓ | $190 | |
| Weight | 10.7 oz | 10.4 oz✓ | |
| Category | Recovery / Easy Run | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Firm | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 40 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Stability | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low✓ | Low✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium✓ | Warm | |
| Traction | High✓ | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Good |
