Head-to-Head
Hyperion Max 3vsBondi 9
The Hyperion Max 3 is a long run shoe while the Bondi 9 is a recovery / easy run shoe. The Hyperion Max 3 retails for $200 while the Bondi 9 comes in at $170 — a $30 difference. The Hyperion Max 3 is the lighter shoe at 9.9 oz versus 10.5 oz for the Bondi 9. Both score 9.0/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $200 | $170✓ | |
| Weight | 9.9 oz✓ | 10.5 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Soft | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6 mm | 5 mm | |
| Stack | 46 mm | 43 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | High✓ | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Decent | Very Good✓ |
