Nike Invincible 3 vs On Cloudmonster 3
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| NikeInvincible 3 | OnCloudmonster 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | February 2023 | March 2026 |
| Fit and feel | ||
| Made for | Road running | Road running |
| Weight | 309 g | 295 g (better) |
| Heel height | 35.2 mm | 35 mm |
| Forefoot height | 25.6 mm | 29 mm |
| Drop | 9 mm | 6 mm |
| Carbon plate | No | No |
| Midsole foam | ZoomX foam midsole, wider and taller than the Invincible 2, rocker shaped | Dual-density Helion foam in a triple layer of CloudTec cushioning; enhanced rocker shape |
| Plate | – | Nylon-blend Speedboard |
| Upper | Flyknit upper with billow cables in the midfoot; extra cushioning around the heel and tongue; reflective details | Engineered knit with targeted breathable zones; enhanced tongue |
| Outsole | Rubber Waffle outsole | Compressed rubber |
| Fit | Fits small; Nike recommends ordering half a size up | Regular, true to size (On) |
| Use | ||
| Best for | Everyday and long road runs with maximum cushioning | Everyday runs; On calls it a daily trainer |
| Measured figures | RunRepeat lab: 284 g, 35.2 mm heel, 25.6 mm forefoot, 9.6 mm drop (Nike gives 309 g for a men's UK 9 and a 9 mm drop; one part of Nike's page says 8 mm) | On gives 295 g for a men's US 8.5. Running Warehouse, men's US 9: 295 g, 40 mm heel, 34 mm forefoot. RunRepeat lab: 301 g, 38.6 mm heel, 32.2 mm forefoot, 6.4 mm drop |
| Design | ||
| Widths | – | Regular and wide |
| Colourways | Black/White, White/Blue Tint/Sail/Blue Void and others | – |
