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Hyperion 3vsLaunch 12
The Hyperion 3 and Launch 12 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Hyperion 3 retails for $140 while the Launch 12 comes in at $120 — a $20 difference. The Hyperion 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.6 oz versus 8.9 oz for the Launch 12. In our ratings, the Hyperion 3 edges out the Launch 12 — 9.1/10 versus 8.2/10.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 8.2 / 10 | |
| Price | $140 | $120✓ | |
| Weight | 8.6 oz✓ | 8.9 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Firm | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 36 mm | 35 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
