Head-to-Head
Mach X 3vsCloudmonster 3
The Mach X 3 is a long run shoe while the Cloudmonster 3 is a recovery / easy run shoe. Both are priced at $190. The Mach X 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.9 oz versus 10.4 oz for the Cloudmonster 3. In our ratings, the Mach X 3 edges out the Cloudmonster 3 — 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $190✓ | $190✓ | |
| Weight | 8.9 oz✓ | 10.4 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 5 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 44 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Medium✓ | Warm | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Low | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
