Side by side comparison: Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro 3 vs Nike Alphafly 3

Product Judgment

7.9

Solid

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$160$219$201$164$146

Buy

Limited Availability

Performance

Comfort: 7Energy Return: 8Stability: 4Durability: 7Fun to Ride: 8

Run Fitness

Daily: 3Long: 8Tempo: 6Race: 9Recovery: 3

Pros & Cons

Maximal cushioning
Explosive midfoot ride
Roomy toebox for racer
Unstable for heel strikers
Heavier than top super shoes
Lower energy return than leaders

Specs

Best for2:45–4:30 min/km
Drop4 mm
Stack61 mm heel / 57 mm forefoot
Weight218 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Radical, max-stack racing shoe for midfoot strikers; strong but niche, not top-tier.

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Product Judgment

9.2

Elite

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$200$358$328$268$239

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 10Stability: 8Durability: 6Fun to Ride: 10

Run Fitness

Daily: 3Long: 8Tempo: 10Race: 10Recovery: 2

Pros & Cons

Elite energy return
Lightweight for stack
Smooth, aggressive ride
Outsole durability concerns
Fit may feel snug
Limited wet traction

Specs

Best for2:30–4:45 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack38 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot
Weight198 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateCarbon

Judgment Summary

Elite marathon racer with top-tier energy return and aggressive ride, best for fast race efforts.

Where to Buy