Head-to-Head
MegablastvsCloudmonster 3 Hyper
The Megablast and Cloudmonster 3 Hyper are both long run shoes built for road running. The Megablast retails for $225 while the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper comes in at $220 — a $5 difference. The Megablast is the lighter shoe at 7.7 oz versus 9.3 oz for the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper. In our ratings, the Megablast edges out the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper — 9.1/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $225 | $220✓ | |
| Weight | 7.7 oz✓ | 9.3 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Soft | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 45 mm | 45 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Medium✓ | Warm | |
| Traction | High✓ | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
