Head-to-Head
SonicblastvsGhost Max 3
The Sonicblast is a speed trainer shoe while the Ghost Max 3 is a recovery / easy run shoe. The Sonicblast retails for $180 while the Ghost Max 3 comes in at $160 — a $20 difference. The Sonicblast is the lighter shoe at 9.0 oz versus 10.8 oz for the Ghost Max 3. Both score 9.1/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 9.1 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $180 | $160✓ | |
| Weight | 9.0 oz✓ | 10.8 oz | |
| Category | Speed Trainer | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 46 mm | 39 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | High✓ | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
