Head-to-Head
Ghost Max 3vsHyperion 3
The Ghost Max 3 is a recovery / easy run shoe while the Hyperion 3 is a daily trainer shoe. The Ghost Max 3 retails for $160 while the Hyperion 3 comes in at $140 — a $20 difference. The Hyperion 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.6 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 | $160 | $140✓ | |
| Weight | 10.8 oz | 8.6 oz✓ | |
| Category | Recovery / Easy Run | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 39 mm | 36 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Breathable✓ | |
| Traction | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
