Head-to-Head
Hyperion Max 3vsSC Pacer v2
The Hyperion Max 3 is a long run shoe while the SC Pacer v2 is a race shoe. Both are priced at $200. The SC Pacer v2 is the lighter shoe at 7.4 oz versus 9.9 oz for the Hyperion Max 3. In our ratings, the Hyperion Max 3 edges out the SC Pacer v2 — 9.0/10 versus 8.9/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.9 / 10 | |
| Price | $200✓ | $200✓ | |
| Weight | 9.9 oz | 7.4 oz✓ | |
| Category | Long Run | Race Shoe | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 6 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 46 mm | 35 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | Medium | High✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Breathable✓ | |
| Traction | High✓ | Low | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Low | |
| Durability | Decent | Decent |
