Compared to the On Cloud X, the On Cloud X 3 feels a tiny bit more spacious and there seems to be more upper volume through the toe box in this model. On Running has recently updated many of its shoes to contain a Speedboard and Helion superfoam, both of which have changed the game massively.

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If you’re looking into this shoe for day-to-day wear, then I think you’ll enjoy this shoe. For my 2+ mile long dog walks, this shoe has been comfortable and I’ve enjoyed how breathable their upper construction is. On Cloud X 3 Vs On Cloud XFor versatile training where you’re blending HIIT exercises, agility work, and class-style training, the On Cloud X 3 does a pretty good job. This will definitely be the training vertical where this shoe excels the most. Another feature that’s contributing to this lightweight design is a knit-weave upper, which makes the entire shoe more breathable without affecting the level of cushioning throughout - especially on the outsole. This ensures the trainers feel comfortable and agile during runs, hops, skips and jumps - you name it. Meanwhile, a firm foam padding along the collar means they are able to handle all these high-impact moves and retain their shape. These two combined are what makes the On shoes so special. Responsiveness and return goes up a level, add in the specially placed ‘clouds’ and you’ve got a super technical shoe that gives in a big way.

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In this article, I’ll cover three key differences in these shoes’ construction and discuss a few similarities. The first major difference is the upper constructions in both models. The Cloud X 3 features a 3-layer mesh which feels heavier than the On Cloud X’s mesh upper.

The On Cloud X’s upper has a lighter weight feel to it, especially through the toe box. I think the Cloud X 3’s upper will be a little more durable simply due to its heavier construction. Both of the uppers breathe well in these shoes and they both have the upper overlap issue.

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Since this shoe’s price point has seen an increase, I want to make sure this model’s performance aligns with your training wants and needs before you invest in them. As we touched upon in the design section, comfort plays a major role in the Cloud X, and this rings true in terms of performance, too. It means that every time your foot hits the ground, you feel like you’ve got a bit of extra support. Again, this is all thanks to the CloudTec midsole. It’s an impressive bit of engineering that adds just the right amount of padding for a soft yet stable feeling on impact as you land every stride.