Head-to-Head
Mach X 3vsWave Sky 9
The Mach X 3 is a long run shoe while the Wave Sky 9 is a recovery / easy run shoe. The Mach X 3 retails for $190 while the Wave Sky 9 comes in at $180 — a $10 difference. The Mach X 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.9 oz versus 10.0 oz for the Wave Sky 9. Both score 9.0/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 9.0 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $190 | $180✓ | |
| Weight | 8.9 oz✓ | 10.0 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 5 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 44 mm | 44 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
