OnCloudstratus 3
Powered by dual-layer CloudTec® cushioning and a tuned Speedboard®, the Cloudstratus 3 delivers smooth protection with a lively forward roll for daily training. Balanced, comfortable, and distinctly On, it’s built for runners who want plush impact control without losing responsiveness.
Details
The On Cloudstratus 3 delivers a luxuriously cushioned yet smoothly propulsive ride, ideal for runners who want reliable comfort with a touch of uptempo energy. Its dual-layer Helion™ foam midsole, arranged in stacked CloudTec® pods, offers generous impact absorption with On’s characteristic rebound, striking a balanced feel between soft landings and responsive push-off. A refined Speedboard® sits at the core of the platform, adding stability and subtle pop for efficient turnover when the pace picks up.
Up top, the updated engineered mesh upper improves breathability and step-in comfort while retaining structured midfoot support for confident daily mileage. The refreshed sockliner further enhances underfoot plushness, rounding out a package that’s both performance-forward and unmistakably On in aesthetic and feel. Whether used for easy base mileage, tempo-leaning days, or stylish commuter comfort, the Cloudstratus 3 brings cushioning, control, and premium design together in one highly versatile trainer.
MIDSOLE
- Dual Layer CloudTec Elements allows for cushioned heel strikes and firm push-offs.
- Helion foam provides lightness, cushioning, and durability.
OUTSOLE
- CloudTec rubber increases grip and durability by placing abrasion pads in key areas of the forefoot and heel.
UPPER
- Engineered mesh helps support high performance running with a smooth, breathable sock-like fit.
- Elastic performance laces create a secure, personalized fit.
- Updated Collar and Tongue created additional comfort.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
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Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the On Cloudstratus 3 compares with 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- Medium
- Listed weight
- Notably heavy for category
- Stack
- Slightly low for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Notably low for category
- Plate
- None
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | Cloudstratus 3 | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 10.3oz | 9.6oz | Heavier (67th percentile) |
| Heel stack | 37mm | 38mm | Lower (28th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 31mm | 31mm | Typical (46th percentile) |
| Drop | 6mm | 8mm | Lower (23rd percentile) |
| Price | $180 | $160 | Higher range (89th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At $180, its price sits $20 above the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
- Its 6mm midsole drop is 2.0mm below the current Trainers / Daily median of 8mm (n=69).
- At 10.3 oz, its listed weight is 0.7 oz above the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database (9.6 oz).
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