Head-to-Head
MegablastvsMach X 3
The Megablast and Mach X 3 are both long run shoes built for road running. The Megablast retails for $225 while the Mach X 3 comes in at $190 — a $35 difference. The Megablast is the lighter shoe at 7.7 oz versus 8.9 oz for the Mach X 3. In our ratings, the Megablast edges out the Mach X 3 — 9.1/10 versus 9.0/10.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10 | |
| Price | $225 | $190✓ | |
| Weight | 7.7 oz✓ | 8.9 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 5 mm | |
| Stack | 45 mm | 44 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | High✓ | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
