Head-to-Head
Mach X 3vsCloudmonster 3 Hyper
The Mach X 3 and Cloudmonster 3 Hyper are both long run shoes built for road running. The Mach X 3 retails for $190 while the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper comes in at $220 — a $30 difference. The Mach X 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.9 oz versus 9.3 oz for the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper. In our ratings, the Mach X 3 edges out the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper — 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $190✓ | $220 | |
| Weight | 8.9 oz✓ | 9.3 oz | |
| Category | Long Run | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 5 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 44 mm | 45 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium✓ | Warm | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
