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Mach X 3vsSC Trainer v3
The Mach X 3 and SC Trainer v3 are both long run shoes built for road running. The Mach X 3 retails for $190 while the SC Trainer v3 comes in at $180 — a $10 difference. The Mach X 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.9 oz versus 9.8 oz for the SC Trainer v3. In our ratings, the Mach X 3 edges out the SC Trainer v3 — 9.0/10 versus 8.9/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.9 / 10 | |
| Price | $190 | $180✓ | |
| Weight | 8.9 oz✓ | 9.8 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 5 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 44 mm | 41 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good✓ | Decent |
