Side by side comparison: ASICS Gel-Nimbus 28 vs On Cloudmonster 3
Product Judgment
Solid
released 2026
Price Judgment
Unjustified
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Stable for a neutral shoe
Lighter than previous Nimbus
Secure, comfortable upper
Firmer than expected
Tongue can cause lace bite
Limited flexibility
Specs
| Best for | 5:30–7:00 min/km |
| Drop | 8 mm |
| Stack | 39.5 mm heel / 34.3 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 278–280 g (men's US 9), 242 g (women's) |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Stable, firmer daily trainer with premium comfort; Strong but less plush than past Nimbus.
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Product Judgment
Solid
released 2026
Price Judgment
Unjustified
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Stable, shock-absorbing ride
Roomy, comfortable toe box
Premium upper materials
Heavy for daily trainer
Laces prone to coming undone
Upper mesh durability concerns
Specs
| Best for | 5:15-6:45 min/km |
| Drop | 6 mm |
| Stack | 35 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 309 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Stable, firm daily trainer best for steady mileage; lacks snap for speed work.
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